JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann says giving teachers a pay raise will be the most important issue he pushes during the 2021 legislative session. The state has had some of the lowest teacher salaries in the nation for…
Memorial Hospital is committed to stopping the spread of infection by operating the following convenient clinics for COVID-19 testing. There’s a new location at Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building in D’Iberville open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.…
Most of us are ready to turn the page on 2020, but as COVID-19 cases continue to surge across the country, the CDC has tips on how you can ring in the new year safely. The agency…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 1,943 new COVID-19 cases and a record high 85 new deaths including one new death in Hancock County, three in Jackson County, and 11 new deaths in Harrison County.…
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - An inmate has died after being found unresponsive at East Mississippi Correctional Facility. The private company that runs the prison says medical workers did CPR on 35-year-old Gary Long after he was found Monday. He was…
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a reported runaway juvenile. Sixteen-year-old Tyteeona Arrington reportedly ran away from her residence on December 23rd, 2020 at about 9:30 p.m. Tyteeona has committed the…
CANTON, Miss. (AP) - A police chief in central Mississippi says a man and a pregnant woman have been shot to death and a 1-year-old child has been wounded during what appeared to be a robbery in a home. Canton…
LAUREL, Miss. (AP) - Authorities say one person is dead after a helicopter crashed in southeast Mississippi. Jones County Fire Council spokesperson Dana Bumgardner says emergency personnel were called to the crash site shortly before 9 a.m. Tuesday. The MD…
The Cash 3 draw winning numbers for December 28th are: 2-4-3. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Pascagoula police have released an update on the investigation into the woman found in a pond on Christmas Eve. Police say they believe foul play was not a factor in the death of 65-year-old Deloise Moody and…
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) will reopen CARES Act Section 12005 online applications on the MDMR website to allow all sectors of Mississippi residents who are commercially licensed/permitted (commercial fishermen, charter fishermen and dealer/processors) in another Gulf…
In the spirit of giving, the IP Hotel and Casino donated $40,000 in food and goods to three local food banks on the Coast. Since Thanksgiving, the IP Hotel and Casino planned to give back to the…
It’s the final countdown as the Salvation Army that serves South Mississippi’s six southern-most counties races to close the gap. Nonprofits throughout the nation took a hit this year due to COVID, but that didn’t stop South…
Jackson County has announced locations for residents to dispose of their Christmas trees through the month of January. Tree recycling will be available through January 31st at five locations including: The Jackson County Landfill at Seaman Road…
Don’t let that tree go to waste! Mississippi Power has partnered up with Harrison County to recycle Christmas trees. Save trees, live better! Walmart is recycling unsold Christmas trees to help beautify our community. Walmart Store Manager…
This afternoon, Ocean Springs businessman and Republican State Representative for District 114 Jeffrey Guice announced his plans to run for mayor of Ocean Springs. Guice joins fellow Republican Melanie Allen as the two candidates currently set to…
The Mississippi Highway Patrol has wrapped up its holiday travel enforcement period. We have the latest numbers of citations and arrests on the Coast. MHP conducted safety checkpoints to combat speeding and reckless and distracted driving. Statewide…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 1,701 new COVID-19 cases and 28 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 208, 089 cases and 4,634 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our…
A former state lawmaker died today after being hospitalized with pneumonia from COVID-19. Nolan Mettetal was 75 years old. His wife, Kay Mettetal, said in a Facebook post on December 23rd that he was “in the hospital…
Sharing is caring so don’t forget to donate to your favorite local charity this holiday season. The Blind Tiger partnered with CASA of Hancock County for the fourth year challenging the community and local businesses to match…
Outdoor markets have become a popular trend during the pandemic as they allow shoppers to buy local while staying within safety guidelines. Each Saturday, local artists and vendors gather at War Memorial Park at the weekly Pass…
We’ve finally reached the end of 2020! With New Years approaching, firework stands are beginning to pop up all around the Coast. In Long Beach, Crazy Carl’s Fireworks is preparing for the end-of-the-year celebration. Crazy Carl’s Fireworks…
Harrison County hosted their third annual Cardboard Recycle Day Saturday, allowing residents to get rid of excess Christmas cardboard. Now that people have enjoyed the holidays and the year is coming to an end, Harrison County wants…
Here are the winning numbers for tonight's Powerball draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.