MSDH Declares Public Health Emergency on Infant Mortality
According to the MSDH Press Release, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) today declared a public health emergency in response to rising infant mortality rates across the state.
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Minnesota sues TikTok, alleging it preys on young people with addictive algorithms
According to Associated Press, Minnesota on Tuesday joined a wave of states suing TikTok, alleging the social media giant preys on young people with addictive algorithms that trap them into becoming compulsive consumers of its short videos.
Billy Joel closing beloved New York motorcycle shop after brain disorder diagnosis
According to Associated Press, Billy Joel’s beloved Long Island motorcycle shop is closing down after nearly 15 years of offering fans a free peek at his personal collection of dozens of bikes.
New York man charged with cyberstalking a family member of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO
Sources from Associated Press say that a New York man has been charged with cyberstalking a family member of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, allegedly leaving threatening voicemails that expressed glee about the killing within hours of the fatal shooting, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.
Venus Williams gets a US Open wild card at age 45 and will be the oldest in singles since 1981
According to Associated Press, Venus Williams will make her return to Grand Slam tennis at the U.S. Open after a two-year absence
Former K-9 Maple is busy as a bee sniffing out threats to Michigan State University colonies
According to Associated Press, researchers at a Michigan State University facility dedicated to protecting honey bees are enlisting a four-legged ally to sniff out danger to the prized pollinators.
Around the Area with Allie Martin (MEM Wrestling) - 08/07/2025
On this week's segment of Around the Area, Allie is in Memphis with wrestlers Big John Dalton and King Cobra and Tupelo Supershow Organizer Murray Collum to talk about Wrestling for St. Jude.
Soldiers hailed as heroes for tackling armed assailant at Georgia Army base
Sources from Associated Press say that a half-dozen soldiers at a Georgia Army base are being hailed as heroes for tackling an armed assailant accused of shooting five people and then giving aid to their wounded colleagues.
Roblox rolls out open-source AI system to protect kids from predators in chats
According to Associated Press, Roblox, the online gaming platform wildly popular with children and teenagers, is rolling out an open-source version of an artificial intelligence system it says can help preemptively detect predatory language in game chats.
5 soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart in Georgia. A suspect is in custody.
Sources from Associated Press say that five soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart Wednesday, prompting a short lockdown at one of the country’s largest Army bases before a suspect was taken into custody, military officials said.
Claire’s, known for piercing millions of teens’ ears, files for Chapter 11, 2nd time since 2018
According to Associated Press, mall-based teen accessories retailer Claire’s, known for helping to usher in millions of teens into an important rite of passage — ear piercing — but now struggling with a big debt load and changing consumer tastes, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Police bust airplane carrying $295,000 worth of drugs in the Delta
The Winona Police Department helped bust a high-flying drug operation in the Delta. A plane, along with 247 pounds of marijuana and more than $295,000.
AL Governor releases encouraging video to students on first day
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey released a video message encouraging students across the Yellowhammer State to dream big and have a successful academic year.
Auditor Recovers Over $900,000 for Taxpayers in FY25, Responds to Questions Regarding Attorney General
According to the press release, State Auditor Shad White announced in an annual Audit Exceptions Report that his office recovered $905,225.71 in taxpayer funds and returned them to the deserving entities in Fiscal Year 2025.
August Games Feature Cool Cash and Classic Cars
The Mississippi Lottery is revving up the excitement on Tuesday, August 5, with the release of new scratch-off games offering a range of price points, top prizes up to $100,000, and a special nod to one of the state’s most iconic events, Cruisin’ the Coast.
A quick reminder for 2025 Special Primary Election Day
Mississippi's 2025 Special Primary Election Day polls for the Special Primary Election will open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. Any voter in line at 7:00 p.m. is legally entitled to cast a ballot.
California city that experienced deadly tsunami in 1964 warns people to stay off beaches
According to Associated Press, officials warned people to stay away from beaches and waterways Wednesday in a small California coastal city near the border with Oregon that has been hit by dozens of tsunamis, including one that turned deadly more than 60 years ago.
Father accused of drowning daughter pleads not guilty in New York court
Sources from Associated Press say that a man accused of drowning his 9-year-old daughter while vacationing in New York’s Adirondack region and hiding her body in the water in the woods pleaded not guilty Wednesday.
Massive loggerhead sea turtle full of eggs returns to ocean after treatment in Florida
According to Associated Press, a large sea turtle that was found injured along the Florida coast in May following a boat strike was returned to the ocean on Wednesday.
Nebraska plant explosion killed 2 girls and an employee, and the fire is still burning
According to Associated Press, two girls and an adult missing since a huge explosion tore through a Nebraska biofuels plant are confirmed dead
Former WWE boss Vince McMahon is cited for reckless driving in Connecticut crash
Sources from Associated Press say that Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon is accused of causing a crash on a Connecticut highway that wrecked his Bentley and damaged two other cars.
Ozzy Osbourne, who led Black Sabbath and became the godfather of heavy metal, dies at 76
According to the Associated Press, Ozzy Osbourne, died on Tuesday, just weeks after his farewell show. He was 76.
MEMA deadline approaching for March storm victims across MS
People that suffered damage from the March 14th and 15th tornadoes have a deadline approaching.
UOM Football player dies after a shooting in Memphis
CBS affiliate, WREG, reports that a football player for the University of Mississippi has died in a shooting over the weekend.
Department of Health releases alert of whooping cough increase in MS
The Mississippi State Department of Health issues a health alert about an increase in pertussis cases, better known as whooping cough.