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Search Continues for Missing Covington County Man

Authorities comb Mississippi River and wooded areas after car, keys found near Natchez riverfront

Probationary Columbus Firefighter Arrested for DUI

Jacorey Douglas faces charges after early morning incident

Man found dead in vehicle at Madison Home Depot parking lot

Police investigating after body discovered in truck at retail store

Threat Discovered at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Mississippi

Police investigating note and bullet found in bathroom at major shipyard

Fugitive with Violent Warrants Apprehended

Charles County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Marshals capture wanted man in West Virginia

Ridgeland Police Seek Public's Help Identifying Person in Photo

Authorities provide limited details on why they want to identify the individual.

Pascagoula Police Search for Missing Runaway Teen

Melody Chandler, 16, was last seen leaving her home on February 22nd.

Jackson Renames Street Corner to Honor Fallen Hinds County Deputy

The city honors Deputy Martin Shields Jr. one year after he was killed responding to a domestic disturbance call.

Police Arrest Person of Interest in West Point Shooting

Authorities believe Jalon Lamon Little has information about or may have been involved in the February 19 incident.

Police Investigating Threats Against Pearl Daycares

Authorities say they are working to identify the source of the threats, which have not been verified as credible.

Batesville Police Ask Public to Help Identify Man

Authorities provide limited details on why they are seeking the man's identity.

Natchez Man Dies After Vehicle Crashes Into Tree

Adams County authorities say driver appeared to overcorrect before leaving road and hitting tree.

Officer-Involved Shooting Investigated Near Crestview Street in Jackson

Capitol Police Department responds to report of shots fired, leading to exchange of gunfire

Suspicious Notes Found on Jackson Buildings, Prompting Security Concerns

Authorities investigating spray-painted messages that referenced a local church

Police swarm downtown Jackson after traffic stop leads to fleeing charge

The incident near State and Pearl streets did not escalate into a high-speed chase, authorities say.

Police Seek Help Finding Missing Gautier Woman

Lindsey Leigh Savage, 42, was last seen in January in Gautier, Mississippi.

Ridgeland Police Launch 'Cover the Cruiser' Fundraiser for Special Olympics

Community members can purchase pledge cards to support Special Olympics athletes in Mississippi.

Lamar County Sheriff's Office Holds T-Shirt Fundraiser for Deputy Family

All proceeds from $20 shirt sales will go towards medical costs for the family.

Firefighters Rescue Man Trapped in Delta Grain Bin

Madison and Ridgeland crews worked together to free the man from the sinking grain.

Manhunt Underway After Suspect Escapes Police in Byram

Law enforcement searching for wanted man who fled from officers