Mississippi Grad defies odds, walks across stage
Many parents dream of the day when their child walks across the stage and receives that college diploma. But it almost didn't happen for one Mississippi Student.
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Man convicted in Meridian 1980s rape cases dies in prison
The Mississippi Department of Corrections says 65-year-old Larry Fisher died Thursday at the hospital at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman.
Some people to be removed from Mississippi sex offender list
U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves signed the partial settlement order Thursday.
Missing teen home, 'no sign' of teacher accused of sex crime
Hattiesburg police spokesman Ryan Moore didn't provide further information about O'Neal's disappearance or where he may have been.
New license plate unveiled for the Magnolia State
These license plates will be available in January 2019.
Army National Guard uses Mississippi port for the first time
Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says more than 40 local contractors from Mississippi were hired.
Officer shoots suspect at Mississippi gas station
The condition of the injured man is currently unknown. No identities have been released.
Mississippi National Guardsmen deploying to US-Mexico border
A send-off ceremony will be conducted for the soldiers Friday at the Tupelo Army Aviation Support Facility.
Family says intruder shot Mississippi teen to death in bed
Leflore County Coroner Debra Sanders says the victim was shot at least twice. An autopsy is pending.
Missing Mississippi woman, 30, found dead in Florida
Suwannee County investigators don't suspect foul play. An autopsy will be completed to determine cause of death.
2 dead, 1 wounded after shooting at Mississippi pool hall
Police haven't identified a suspect. The men are the 34th and 35th to die in homicides this year in Jackson.
Vicksburg Mayor Flaggs rules out run for statewide office
Flaggs says Monday that after prayer and meditation, he doesn't feel the pull to run a statewide campaign.
Historic church in Vicksburg partially collapses
A tarp was put over the roof as the church waited on its insurance company, but then the collapse happened before it was inspected.
Mississippi senator confirms he lost money in fraud scheme
Although prosecutors say "well in excess" of $100 million was invested, it's unclear how much of that was lost.
2 counties sue Mississippi governor over bridge closures
Bryant has said he will call lawmakers into special session if they can agree on a funding plan.
Lincoln County murder suspect Cory Godbolt appears in court
A judge says jurors will probably have to be chosen from another part of the state for his trial, but no date has been set.
April the deadliest month of 2018 in Mississippi capital
Following four homicides last weekend, Jackson Police Chief Anthony Moore told press Wednesday that April was the deadliest month of the year.
Food Network dubs biscuits as Mississippi's 'must try' food
From the Atlantic, across the Great Plains and on to the Pacific, the way we cook, present and eat our food differs greatly.
UMMC to drop top Blue Cross & Blue Shield insurance
Insurance for Mississippi public and school employees, covered by a Blue Cross-administered plan, won't be affected.
2 Holmes County boys found safe, alert cancelled
The boys are 6 and 7 years old.
Prosecutors: Mississippi man stole more than $100M in scheme
The criminal charge says the 58-year-old Jackson resident defrauded more than 250 investors in at least 14 states.
GOP Rep. Mark Baker running for Mississippi attorney general
Hood is in his fourth term as the state's top legal officer, and he is the last Democrat remaining in statewide office.
Missing teenager may be with teacher accused of sex crime
16-year-old Oscar O'Neal II was last seen at his home early Monday and was reported missing around 7 a.m.
Police search for third suspect in Mississippi shooting
Reportedly, the suspects intended to rob the victim.
1 Mississippi county late for overseas absentee ballots
Because of the missed deadline, Hosemann says those four voters will have two extra days - until June 7 - to return their marked ballots.