Local fire departments helping Louisiana residents
In an effort to bring relief to Louisiana residents affected by the devastation brought on by Hurricane Ida, fire departments from along the Mississippi Gulf Coast have started supply drives.…
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Fatal pedestrian involved accident on I-10 in Hancock County
On Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at approximately 1:50 am, the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Interstate 10 in Hancock County involving a pedestrian. A 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 driven by 33-year-old Elwin Wise of Three Rivers,…
Community drive-thru food drop
Extend a Hand, Help a Friend, Climb CDC, and Feeding the Gulf Coast of Gulfport all came together to host a drive-thru food drop to help out people impacted by Hurricane Ida.…
Update on Hurricane Ida press conference
Hurricane Ida entered the southwest part of Mississippi and left over the northeast part, damaging areas from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee line. In a press conference today, Governor…
Biloxi residents dealing with river flooding
River flooding has been a major concern for South Mississippi due to the heavy rainfall from Hurricane Ida. “When you live on the river, this is the stuff you deal…
GoFundMe created for 17-year-old in critical condition after George County road collapse
Layla Jamison, a senior at George County High School, was critically injured in the highway collapse. She was transported to USA Medical Center in…
MSDH reports highest number of COVID cases in August
During the weekly Mississippi State Department of Health COVID-19 update, state health officials discussed already stressed hospitals, qualifications for monoclonal antibodies, and updates in COVID cases. MSDH…
Harrison County Sand Beaches remained closed
By order of the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, Harrison County sand beaches remain closed until further notice. Conditions continue to be hazardous as crews operate heavy equipment while clearing Hurricane Ida debris and repairing damage.
Biloxi PD searching for missing 22-year-old Sierra Pugh
The Biloxi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman. Family members reported 22-year-old Sierra Pugh missing on August 31st. Pugh was last…
Jackson County Sheriff's Corporal dies from COVID-19
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department announced the passing of Corporal Robert Verzal after being hospitalized several weeks with COVID-19. Corporal Verzal was 39-years-old and was with the sheriff’s department for ten years. He was the lead correctional deputy at the…
Victims identified in George County road collapse
On Monday, August 30, 2021, at approximately 10:30 pm, the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to multiple crashes on Highway 26 in George County, including two fatalities after the highway collapsed. Seven cars crashed into the collapse before first responders could…
Mega Millions winning numbers for August 31st, 2021
Here are the winning numbers for tonight's Mega Millions draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
CASH 3 draw winning numbers for August 31st, 2021
The CASH 3 Draw winning numbers for August 31st are: 2-5-1. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Mississippi Aquarium reopens after Hurricane Ida
The Mississippi Aquarium opened again after initially closing for Hurricane Ida. The aquarium opened for free today as a way to bring the community together after Hurricane Ida. The aquarium…
Prayer vigil for student injured in George County road collapse
George County High School came together to pray for senior Layla Jamison this evening as she remains in critical condition, undergoing multiple surgeries and fighting for…
George County High student injured in collapse
On their Facebook page today, George County High School announced one of their seniors was critically injured in the highway collapse. Layla Jamison was transported to USA Medical…
Highway 26 collapse leaves two dead, at least ten injured in George County
Two people are dead and ten more injured after a portion of a road collapsed in George County. Forty-two-year-old Jerry Lee of Lucedale…
Comeback Coolers prepare to help Hurricane Ida victims
Comeback Coolers will respond to Hurricane Ida this Saturday, September 4th. Currently they are accepting donations of packed coolers, kid coolers, and linemen’s buckets. Comeback Coolers provides support…
Ida's sweltering aftermath: No power, no water, no gasoline
By KEVIN MCGILL, CHEVEL JOHNSON and MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Louisiana communities battered by Hurricane Ida are now dealing with the possibility of weeks without power in the stifling, late-summer heat. Ida ravaged the region’s power…
Coast casinos reopen after Hurricane Ida
Casinos across the Coast closed on Saturday as Hurricane Ida approached. The Mississippi Gaming Commission went by each casino to verify there were no damages and they were ready to…
Tchoutacabouffa River flooding homes
After last night’s rainfall, the Tchoutacabouffa River crested this morning at 15.43 feet. The rain levels are more than seven feet over flood stage, but should slowly start to fall in to…
Traffic issues in South Mississippi
As evacuees head back to their homes following the storm, parts of South Mississippi are experiencing traffic issues. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department has been present at some off ramps and…
Arrest warrants issued for man who caused disturbance during live weather report
On August 30, 2021, at approximately 12:38 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to a complaint that an MSNBC reporter was assaulted by a suspect who was traveling in a white Ford F150 truck on Highway 90 during the city-wide…
Harrison County beaches and Hwy 90 still closed
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has not reopened Highway 90. Conditions on sections of the highway remain hazardous. Non-official traffic on Highway 90 impedes MDOT’s ability to return Highway 90 to safe conditions. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors has…