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Copiah County Sheriff Harold Jones told WLBT news Wednesday he does not believe Linda Gale Reed is dead. More>>

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Man pardoned by Governor Barbour indicted in deadly DUI

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An Oxford man pardoned by Gov. Haley Barbour earlier this year has been indicted on three counts related to the 2011 highway death of 18-year-old Charity Smith. More>>

Brown wins Democratic runoff for Natchez mayor

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Natchez voters went to the polls Tuesday for a runoff in the race for mayor. Larry L. "Butch" Brown and Phillip "Bucket" West faced off to become the Democratic candidate. More>>

3 charged in connection to burning body found in April

Three people have been charged in connection to the death of a man found burning on a Jackson street April 11. More>>

Police Memorial Luncheon honors fallen officers

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A Police memorial luncheon is being held at the Trade Mart building on the fairgrounds. This follows a service honoring fallen officers at Jackson police headquarters. More>>

School board holds end of year meeting

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The final meeting of the school year was held Tuesday for the Jackson Public School Board. With just days remaining in the 2011-2012 session department heads shared their yearend evaluations with trustees. More>>

Deputies: Fla. mom killed 4 kids, then herself

In the middle of the night, Tonya Thomas' neighbors awoke to the sound of a gunshot and moments later heard a knock on their door. More>>

Motorists wary of unmarked law enforcement vehicles

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There are concerns that someone may be posing as a police officer in north Mississippi. Two people have been killed in different counties, shot inside their vehicles. Now some motorists are left wondering More>>

AP IMPACT: Evacs and drills pared near nuke plants

By JEFF DONN AP National Writer Without fanfare, the nation's nuclear power regulators have overhauled community emergency planning for the first time in more than three decades, requiring fewer... More>>

Yazoo City's Glenwood in running for Spookiest U.S. Cemeteries

The Huffington Post has chosen Yazoo City's Glenwood Cemetery to be in the running for the Spookiest U.S. Cemetery against 7 others from across the United States. More>>

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Ex-Houston cop not guilty in teen suspect beating
Ex-Houston cop not guilty in teen suspect beating
Jurors are deliberating for a second day in the case of a former Houston police officer accused of taking part in the videotaped beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect.More >>
A former Houston police officer was found not guilty Wednesday in the 2010 videotaped beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect.More >>
Army reviews whether women can go to Ranger school
Army reviews whether women can go to Ranger school
U.S. Army leaders have begun to study the prospect of sending women soldiers to the service's prestigious Ranger school - another step in the effort to broaden opportunities for women in the military.More >>
U.S. Army leaders have begun to study the prospect of sending women soldiers to the service's prestigious Ranger school - another step in the effort to broaden opportunities for women in the military.More >>
End urged to terror suspects' indefinite detention
End urged to terror suspects' indefinite detention
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is challenging a new law that allows the indefinite detention without trial of suspected terrorists, even U.S. citizens seized within the United States.More >>
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is challenging a new law that allows the indefinite detention without trial of suspected terrorists, even U.S. citizens seized within the United States.More >>
Police escort school buses after Ga. rifle threat
Police escort school buses after Ga. rifle threat
After a man aimed a rifle at a school bus and dropped a notebook that listed bus numbers, police in an Atlanta suburb are escorting school buses and guarding students at bus stops.More >>
ATLANTA (AP) - Police in an Atlanta suburb are escorting school buses and guarding students at bus stops after a man aimed a rifle at a bus with children on board and dropped a notebook that listed bus numbers.More >>
New generation Porsche icon
New generation Porsche icon
By ANN M. JOB For The Associated Press The new-generation, 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera has the familiar, sexy shape of its forebears. But it's tastefully redone with a wider front track, a body that's...More >>
By ANN M. JOB For The Associated Press The new-generation, 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera has the familiar, sexy shape of its forebears. But it's tastefully redone with a wider front track, a body that's...More >>

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Barnes Foundation opening in new Philly location
Barnes Foundation opening in new Philly location
After years of bitter court fights, the Barnes Foundation is opening its doors to the public at its new location on Philadelphia's "museum mile."More >>
After years of bitter court fights, the Barnes Foundation is opening its doors to the public at its new location on Philadelphia's "museum mile."More >>
Cannes Film Festival jury keeping an open mind
Cannes Film Festival jury keeping an open mind
If Nanni Moretti had his way, what happened in Cannes would stay in Cannes.More >>
If Nanni Moretti had his way, what happened in Cannes would stay in Cannes.More >>
As 'SNL' season ends, signs of a coming shift
As 'SNL' season ends, signs of a coming shift
How can "Saturday Night Live" possibly replace (fill in the blank)?More >>
How can "Saturday Night Live" possibly replace (fill in the blank)?More >>
NY's Met Museum lets visitors climb to cloud nine
NY's Met Museum lets visitors climb to cloud nine
New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art is big on bubbles.More >>
Go ahead. Poke your head in the clouds.More >>
Cannes' female-free directors line-up criticized
Cannes' female-free directors line-up criticized
This year's Cannes Film Festival features directors in their 30s and their 80s, directors from Europe and North America, directors from Asia and the Middle East - but no women.More >>
CANNES, France (AP) - At this year's Cannes Film Festival, there are directors in their 30s and their 80s, directors from Europe and North America, directors from Asia and the Middle East - but no women.More >>

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Johnson bond reduced to $250K
Johnson bond reduced to $250K
A Hancock County man has been released on $250,000 bond on charges in the death of 50-year-old Louis Matranga in April.More >>
A Hancock County man has been released on $250,000 bond on charges in the death of 50-year-old Louis Matranga in April.More >>
Miss. authorizes press hunt for highway killer
Miss. authorizes press hunt for highway killer
As they search for suspects in two highway killings, authorities in northwest Mississippi are urging drivers to use caution when approached by any vehicle with flashing blue lights.More >>
As they search for suspects in two highway killings, authorities in northwest Mississippi are urging drivers to use caution when approached by any vehicle with flashing blue lights.More >>
Brown wins Democratic runoff for Natchez mayor
Brown wins Democratic runoff for Natchez mayor
Larry L. Brown has won the Democratic primary for Natchez mayor, defeating Phillip West by 541 votes in the runoff.More >>
Larry L. Brown has won the Democratic primary for Natchez mayor, defeating Phillip West by 541 votes in the runoff.More >>
TVA: Browns Ferry not yet ready for re-inspection
TVA: Browns Ferry not yet ready for re-inspection
TVA says its Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, which has been under a federal safety warning for a year, isn't yet ready for an inspection.More >>
TVA says its Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, which has been under a federal safety warning for a year, isn't yet ready for an inspection.More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Mississippi news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Mississippi news from The Associated Press
A Mississippi doctor charged with hiring men to kill his ex-wife's divorce lawyer is scheduled to be in court today for a preliminary hearing. Dr. Ralph Arnold Smith Jr. is charged with conspiring to kill Lee Abraham,...More >>

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'Swamp People' cast member dies
'Swamp People' cast member dies
Updated: May 14, 2012 03:31 PM 2012-05-15 10:00:52 GMT
According to Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office, one of the stars from the History Channel's show "Swamp People" died Monday morning. According to Sheriff Waguespack, Mitchell Guist was loading somethingMore >>
According to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office, one of the stars from the History Channel's show "Swamp People" died Monday morning.More >>
Deputies: Fla. mom killed 4 kids, then herself
Deputies: Fla. mom killed 4 kids, then herself
Authorities say five people are dead after a shooting in Florida.More >>
In the middle of the night, Tonya Thomas' neighbors awoke to the sound of a gunshot and moments later heard a knock on their door.More >>
Police investigate kidnapping/armed robbery of La. women
Police investigate kidnapping/armed robbery of La. women
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:07 AM EDT2012-05-15 04:07:49 GMT
A trip across the river to a Vicksburg casino turned into a nightmare for two women who police said were abducted and robbed by men they just met. According to Vicksburg Police, two Louisiana women wereMore >>
A trip across the river to a Vicksburg casino turned into a nightmare for two women who police said were abducted and robbed by men they just met.More >>
Man pardoned by Governor Barbour indicted in deadly DUI
Bostick faces 3 counts in DUI-death case
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:04 PM EDT2012-05-15 16:04:05 GMT
An Oxford man pardoned by Gov. Haley Barbour earlier this year has been indicted on three counts related to the 2011 highway death of 18-year-old Charity Smith.More >>
An Oxford man pardoned by Gov. Haley Barbour earlier this year has been indicted on three counts related to the 2011 highway death of 18-year-old Charity Smith.More >>
Fatal highway shooting suspect possibly posing as officer
Fatal highway shooting suspect possibly posing as officer
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 2:04 PM EDT2012-05-14 18:04:28 GMT
The Mississippi Highway Patrol's Bureau of Investigation is investigating two fatal shootings on north Mississippi highways last week. Tuesday around 1:30 a.m., 74-year-old Thomas K. Schlender of NebraskaMore >>
The Mississippi Highway Patrol's Bureau of Investigation is investigating two fatal shootings on north Mississippi highways last week.More >>
Bain family focused on healing
Bain family focused on healing
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 10:23 AM EDT2012-05-15 14:23:37 GMT
(WMC-TV) - A Bain family representative is offering new insight into the relationship between the Bain sisters and their suspected kidnapper, Adam Mayes.The family representative said family members areMore >>
A Bain family representative is offering new insight into the relationship between the Bain sisters and their suspected kidnapper, Adam Mayes.More >>
Man gunned down on Northside Drive
Man gunned down on Northside Drive
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 6:54 PM EDT2012-05-14 22:54:16 GMT
A man was shot and killed around two this afternoon, as he walked along Northside Drive. Police say a car came up behind him, a man got out and opened fire. The victim ran toward the Tisdale Library,More >>
A man was shot and killed around two this afternoon, as he walked along Northside Drive. Police say a car came up behind him, a man got out and opened fire.More >>
Body found in Jeff Davis County
Body found in Jeff Davis County
Updated: Tuesday, May 15 2012 6:52 PM EDT2012-05-15 22:52:55 GMT
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY, MS (WDAM) - Maintenance workers discovered a body while work on the highway in Jeff Davis County. Authorities are investigating. More details to come...More >>
Maintenance workers discovered a body while working on a highway in Jeff Davis County.More >>
Troopers: Too many people in SUV crash that killed 3
Troopers: Too many people in SUV crash that killed 3
Updated: Monday, May 14 2012 6:30 PM EDT2012-05-14 22:30:21 GMT
Authorities say three people have now died after an SUV with 10 people rolled over several times Sunday afternoon near Hayti.More >>
Authorities say three people have now died after an SUV with 10 people rolled over several times Sunday afternoon near Hayti. Troopers say too many people were in the vehicle and no one was wearing a seatbelt.More >>
MS officials urge drivers to use caution pulling over for flashing lights
MS officials urge drivers to use caution pulling over for flashing lights
(WMC-TV) – The Tate County Sheriff's Office is warning drivers to be cautious while being pulled over. The sheriff's office posted a warning on their Facebook page: "If someone attempts to pull you overMore >>
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is warning drivers to be cautious while being pulled over as they investigate two deadly highway shootings.More >>

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'Swamp People' cast member dies Monday morning
'Swamp People' cast member dies Monday morning
Man gunned down on Northside Drive
Man gunned down on Northside Drive
I-20 lane closure in Brandon could last past midnight
I-20 lane closure in Brandon could last past midnight
Police investigate kidnapping/armed robbery of La. women
Police investigate kidnapping/armed robbery of La. women
3 Jackson kids killed in interstate crash
3 Jackson kids killed in interstate crash
SKYCOPTER REPORT: Eighteen-wheeler accident slows I-20 traffic
SKYCOPTER REPORT: Eighteen-wheeler accident slows I-20 traffic
An 18-wheeler, traveling westbound on I-20, near the downtown Brandon exit, crossed the median and the eastbound lanes and tipped over. Eastbound traffic is almost at a standstill.More >>
Wanted felon found in Brandon
Wanted felon found in Brandon
Two teens arrested for video taping teacher
Two teens arrested for video taping teacher
Equine EHV-1 deadly outbreak contained
Equine EHV-1 deadly outbreak contained
Eighteen-Wheeler accident slows I-20 traffic
Eighteen-Wheeler accident slows I-20 traffic
An 18-wheeler accident on I-20 this afternoon has eastbound traffic at almost a standstill. The truck was going westbound when it crossed the median and the eastbound lanes and tipped over.More >>

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Horse runs into sea, rescued a mile offshore
Horse runs into sea, rescued a mile offshore
Maybe he should be named Bob.More >>
Maybe he should be named Bob.More >>
Workers go trash-picking for Mass. woman's rings
Workers go trash-picking for Mass. woman's rings
An Attleboro, Mass., woman is praising the city's trash collection company after its workers helped her dig through mountains of stinking garbage to find five valuable rings she inadvertently threw away, including her...More >>
An Attleboro, Mass., woman is praising the city's trash collection company after its workers helped her dig through mountains of stinking garbage to find five valuable rings she inadvertently threw away, including her...More >>
Dozens of flyswatters wash up on Alaska beaches
Dozens of flyswatters wash up on Alaska beaches
Dozens of fly swatters bearing logos of collegiate and professional sports teams have been washing up on the beaches of an Alaska island.More >>
Dozens of fly swatters bearing logos of collegiate and professional sports teams have been washing up on the beaches of an Alaska island.More >>
Man freed on bond but must write book reports
Man freed on bond but must write book reports
A man charged in an undercover sting operation in Northern California that ended in gunfire has been ordered released on bond on the condition that he read and write book reports.More >>
A man charged in an undercover sting operation in Northern California that ended in gunfire has been ordered released on bond on the condition that he read and write book reports.More >>
Cops: NY man shoots friend in leg at his request
Cops: NY man shoots friend in leg at his request
Authorities say a northern New York man had his friend shoot him in the leg with a rifle because he wanted to know what it feels like to be shot.More >>
Authorities say a northern New York man had his friend shoot him in the leg with a rifle because he wanted to know what it feels like to be shot.More >>
No border dispute here: Vt., NH reaffirm boundary
No border dispute here: Vt., NH reaffirm boundary
In case you were wondering, the Vermont-New Hampshire border hasn't changed.More >>
In case you were wondering, the Vermont-New Hampshire border hasn't changed.More >>
Teen arrested after homework left at crime scene
Teen arrested after homework left at crime scene
An 18-year-old Utah man was arrested on suspicion of burglary after police say he left his homework at the crime scene.More >>
An 18-year-old Utah man was arrested on suspicion of burglary after police say he left his homework at the crime scene.More >>
Calif. family wakes to find Lexus in their pool
Calif. family wakes to find Lexus in their pool
The Diaz family awoke to find a Lexus at the bottom of their swimming pool.More >>
The Diaz family awoke to find a Lexus at the bottom of their swimming pool.More >>
Man makes amends for stealing plants _ in 1958
Man makes amends for stealing plants _ in 1958
No matter how much digging investigators did, the crime remained open until a thief turned himself in and returned the fruits of his theft.More >>
No matter how much digging investigators did, the crime remained open until a thief turned himself in and returned the fruits of his theft.More >>
Fla. author's book confused with '50 Shades'
Fla. author's book confused with '50 Shades'
The author of a book called "Shades of Gray" says her work is being confused with that of a chart-topping erotic fiction writer.More >>
The author of a book called "Shades of Gray" says her work is being confused with that of a chart-topping erotic fiction writer.More >>