Officer Ruthie McCoy and Jailor Kortnee Hill were given the Life Saving Award for their efforts.

It’s a dream that now belongs to both of them: To get Jade Simmons on the ballot for the 2020 presidential election.

Belhaven University is offering full scholarships for online master’s degrees for its students.

An Oklahoma couple's disabled calf and carsick cattle dog have become best friends.

The march from the Vicksburg Police Department to the Market Place by the river almost seemed to symbolize the march for racial equality over the years.

His random act of kindness is getting praise all across social media.

Sesame Street handed down 1,500 distance learning kids to be used by the kids in Jackson.

"God doesn’t see blue lives, God doesn’t see black lives, God sees lives. And all of those lives matter."

“Just try to live as along as you can do the best you can while God got you here."

Oprah Winfrey is giving grants to the cities she’s called home through her $12 million coronavirus relief fund.

Jackson's credit rating is looking up, in part thanks to an $89 million settlement with Siemens.

Local rapper Kirk Williams earned his degree from Jackson State University at age 36 this year.

There’s no qualifications--it’s available to anyone in the area.

Hot rods, motorcycles, hum-vees, and a fire truck rolled through the front drive in a parade hosted by the staff at the Community Living Center.

“I’ve been so mad that I could not come and eat at a restaurant or anything for so long that I’m just ready to be out here."

Two unlikely sources of help came out of nowhere for an Obama Magnet School second grade teacher.

After stunning judges weeks ago in the first audition rounds, Todd has been on a roll.

On the first day of National Nurses Week, National Guard members stepped forward to honor healthcare heroes at UMMC for their selfless service.

A Petal woman who battled COVID-19 at a Hattiesburg hospital was released in style Wednesday.

The coronavirus outbreak robbed many high school athletes of their senior night, including St. Joesph baseball.

Church members of Greater Mount Calvary in Jackson say they really miss their pastor and first lady, so surprised them with a parade during the coronavirus pandemic.

Jackson Revival Center in South Jackson gave away boxes packed with frozen chicken breasts.

Coronavirus may be changing the way people usually celebrate, but this Rankin County mom knows how to get creative.

The City of Jackson is calling for its residents to show their support for first responders on Friday, April 10.

Ole Miss sophomore Londyn Lorenz made her way to Jeopardy!

Visitors can walk or drive through the 'Stations of the Cross' during Holy Week.

There's always a line outside MePa's Diner in Central, especially since the governor ordered all restaurants to serve take-out only.

Jackson Hinds Library System is launching curbside book pickup.

A Jackson gas station owner is giving back to his community during the global pandemic.

Law enforcement and families came from around the area to grab lunch to go Saturday.

She was born while the Spanish Flu was still wreaking havoc across the world. Now, 100 years later, her birthday celebration was interrupted by COVID-19.

Krispy Kreme will be offering free donuts to doctors and nurses every Monday until May.

A Clinton mother is stepping up to make sure the elderly community gets all the nutrition they need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The non-profit, Couture Cares, held its “Her Prom Closet” event Saturday in Jackson and gave free prom dresses and accessories to students.

A Brookhaven truck driver won $20,000 from a Mississippi Lottery scratch off ticket.

The Mississippi House of Representatives have passed a resolution in honor of Deputy Brad Sullivan.

Jackson State viral sensation Thomas “Snacks” Lee made an appearance on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna on Thursday morning.

A Make-A-Wish celebration party was held Wednesday for a local child who will be going to Disney World over spring break.

Compassion, love and kindness are just three things a Kentucky high school student showed his classmate.

Some spare change helped bring a young boy together with a puppy.

Atmos Energy and Public Service Commissioner Brent Bailey made a $5,350 check presentation to Jackson Public Schools.

Todd Tilghman, 41, is from Meridian, Mississippi. Todd says with some pressuring from his wife, he decided to audition for The Voice and try something new in life.

Area flood victims are getting a helping hand from strangers as they clean up their homes after the Pearl River flooding.

One MDOT employee had quite the eventful Monday morning!

One Ole Miss fan attended a basketball game this weekend and left with a new car.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital helps children battle terrifying diseases for no cost to their family.

Robert Reed is the much-loved custodian at Farmington Elementary in Germantown. He loves his job so much, he’s willing to walk miles, literally, to get to work. His colleagues decided it was time to give Robert a lift.

Acting JSU President Thomas Hudson said the partnership with Kroger is just the beginning.

Two local Super Bowl LIV champions were honored Tuesday by the Mississippi Senate.

The offer lasts Sunday, the 16th, and Monday, the 17th.

A Ridgeland funeral home is donating funeral services and handling arrangements for the Clinton family members tragically killed in a house fire.

Last week more than 170 dogs were rescued from a backyard breeder in Tate County, Mississippi. Now 24 of those dogs are recovering with their new foster families thanks to Operation Breathe.

In Ascension Parish Friday night (Feb. 7), a lot of people got to take part in an unforgettable prom night.

Madison police officers made a trip to Germantown High School to spend time with the kids there.

The Mississippi House of Representatives honored the Alcorn State football team during a session.

A dog named Scout being treated for cancer at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine will be the star of a very special Super Bowl ad.

The Clinton Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to participate in the installation of the new Playground at Kid’s Towne Park on January 25-27 from 8:00 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Two reformed Gangster Disciples say love can be the key to keeping kids out of a life of crime.