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A pedestrian was struck and killed, another seriously injured, and a Biloxi man is behind bars after an early morning wreck in the Hub City. Justin Williamson, 25, of Biloxi, was arrested and charged with DUI-negligence resulting in death after an early morning crash on U.S. 49 by Interstate-59 and according to Hattiesburg Police Department Capt. Branden McLemore. McLemore said a man and woman were both walking along the road around 2 a.m. when they were struck by the ve...
More >>A pedestrian was struck and killed, another seriously injured, and a Biloxi man is behind bars after an early morning wreck in the Hub City. Justin Williamson, 25, of Biloxi, was arrested and charged with DUI-negligence resulting in death after an early morning crash on U.S. 49 by Interstate-59 and according to Hattiesburg Police Department Capt. Branden McLemore. McLemore said a man and woman were both walking along the road around 2 a.m. when they were struck by the ve...
More >>An Ingalls employee is fighting for his life in a Mobile hospital after an explosion at the shipyard left him in critical condition Friday morning.
More >>An Ingalls employee is fighting for his life in a Mobile hospital after an explosion at the shipyard left him in critical condition Friday morning.
More >>Reports had indicated he was unlikely to allow the documents to be made public due to security concerns.
More >>Reports had indicated he was unlikely to allow the documents to be made public due to security concerns.
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More >>A child was injured on Friday evening after an accident on a ride at the South Mississippi State Fair in Laurel. Fair representative Pam Holyfield said that a little girl was on a ride called "Up, Up and Away" when the seat on the ride came loose and the little girl fell out of the ride. The fall knocked the girl unconscious, according to the little girl's mother. The child was taken to South Central Medical Center in Laurel where they are awaiting test results. ...
More >>A child was injured on Friday evening after an accident on a ride at the South Mississippi State Fair in Laurel. Fair representative Pam Holyfield said that a little girl was on a ride called "Up, Up and Away" when the seat on the ride came loose and the little girl fell out of the ride. The fall knocked the girl unconscious, according to the little girl's mother. The child was taken to South Central Medical Center in Laurel where they are awaiting test results. ...
More >>Missed the WDAM 7 Gametime show? No worries! We have your high school highlights right here! MOBILE USERS: Click here to watch the show. About the WDAM 7 Gametime app: The WDAM 7 Gametime app is bringing you the latest on Pine Belt sports. The app features up to the minute scores for games, video highlights from local games, in-depth interviews with coaches, and updated schedules for your convenience. Interact with us by sending us your pictures from local games or by...
More >>Missed the WDAM 7 Gametime show? No worries! We have your high school highlights right here! MOBILE USERS: Click here to watch the show. About the WDAM 7 Gametime app: The WDAM 7 Gametime app is bringing you the latest on Pine Belt sports. The app features up to the minute scores for games, video highlights from local games, in-depth interviews with coaches, and updated schedules for your convenience. Interact with us by sending us your pictures from local games or by...
More >>The South Mississippi community is coming to terms with the loss of a beloved little girl. Sophia Myers, 7, of Ocean Springs died October 20, 2017 after battling Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, also known as DIPG.
More >>The South Mississippi community is coming to terms with the loss of a beloved little girl. Sophia Myers, 7, of Ocean Springs died October 20, 2017 after battling Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma, also known as DIPG.
More >>Students at Lumberton High School walked around campus Friday to raise awareness for breast cancer and domestic violence awareness.
More >>Students at Lumberton High School walked around campus Friday to raise awareness for breast cancer and domestic violence awareness.
More >>Students are joining researchers and educators for a prestigious international nursing conference at the University of Southern Mississippi.
More >>Students are joining researchers and educators for a prestigious international nursing conference at the University of Southern Mississippi.
More >>It's time to play ball in the Pine Belt.
More >>It's time to play ball in the Pine Belt.
More >>Plans for a new multi-purpose Wellness Center are underway at The University of Southern Mississippi.
More >>Plans for a new multi-purpose Wellness Center are underway at The University of Southern Mississippi.
More >>"When you look at me, what do you see? A drug-free me." That's the message at Oak Park Elementary where students kicked off Red Ribbon Week Friday morning in Laurel.
More >>"When you look at me, what do you see? A drug-free me." That's the message at Oak Park Elementary where students kicked off Red Ribbon Week Friday morning in Laurel.
More >>Being a lineman is not an easy job, and Southern Pine Electric recently showed just how taxing the position is in a new mini-documentary.
More >>Being a lineman is not an easy job, and Southern Pine Electric recently showed just how taxing the position is in a new mini-documentary.
More >>The Hattiesburg Zoo has two new attractions: Camp Capybara and an African Mixed Species Exhibit.
More >>The Hattiesburg Zoo has two new attractions: Camp Capybara and an African Mixed Species Exhibit.
More >>It’s no mystery that most teenagers live on social media, and by now, many parents are familiar with the common apps kids use like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
More >>It’s no mystery that most teenagers live on social media, and by now, many parents are familiar with the common apps kids use like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
More >>A Petal High School student wanting to learn more about an essay competition sponsored by Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann asked him to speak about it in-person at his school.
More >>A Petal High School student wanting to learn more about an essay competition sponsored by Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann asked him to speak about it in-person at his school.
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More >>Lt. Governor Tate Reeves released a statement on the Mississippi Supreme Court's Thursday ruling on educational funding. The court affirmed a ruling from a Hinds County Chancery Court, which had dismissed a lawsuit from 21 public school districts that sought more than $235 million in state funds they argued that they were entitled to from 2010-2015 under the Mississippi Adequate Education Program. The districts argued that under Mississippi Code, the state legi...
More >>Lt. Governor Tate Reeves released a statement on the Mississippi Supreme Court's Thursday ruling on educational funding. The court affirmed a ruling from a Hinds County Chancery Court, which had dismissed a lawsuit from 21 public school districts that sought more than $235 million in state funds they argued that they were entitled to from 2010-2015 under the Mississippi Adequate Education Program. The districts argued that under Mississippi Code, the state legi...
More >>The court ruled Thursday against 21 school districts that sued the state in 2015. They sought money to make up for years of shortfalls when lawmakers didn't fully fund the Mississippi Adequate Education Program.
More >>The court ruled Thursday against 21 school districts that sued the state in 2015. They sought money to make up for years of shortfalls when lawmakers didn't fully fund the Mississippi Adequate Education Program.
More >>"Extraordinary cooperation" between federal and local investigators and "good, old-fashioned police work" are being cited as the top reasons South Mississippi is at the center of an international drug trafficking investigation.
More >>"Extraordinary cooperation" between federal and local investigators and "good, old-fashioned police work" are being cited as the top reasons South Mississippi is at the center of an international drug trafficking investigation.
More >>Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker released a statement on the closing of a green energy plant in Hattiesburg. On Tuesday, Stion notified the state that it would be closing its Hattiesburg plant on Dec. 13 and laying off its 137 employees, according to the Associated Press. "Anytime a business entity closes in our city, it brings great disappointment," Barker wrote in an email. "However, we will work with local and state partners to connect those needing w...
More >>Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker released a statement on the closing of a green energy plant in Hattiesburg. On Tuesday, Stion notified the state that it would be closing its Hattiesburg plant on Dec. 13 and laying off its 137 employees, according to the Associated Press. "Anytime a business entity closes in our city, it brings great disappointment," Barker wrote in an email. "However, we will work with local and state partners to connect those needing w...
More >>The Petal School District is the number one district in the state of Mississippi.
More >>The Petal School District is the number one district in the state of Mississippi.
More >>South Jones High School football has been here before. Now, Coach Cory Reynolds wants his Braves to take the next step forward.
More >>South Jones High School football has been here before. Now, Coach Cory Reynolds wants his Braves to take the next step forward.
More >>A Los Angeles judge has tossed out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson baby powder for feminine hygiene.
More >>A Los Angeles judge has tossed out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson baby powder for feminine hygiene.
More >>AP FACT CHECK: John Kelly distorts tale in slamming 'selfish' congresswoman.
More >>AP FACT CHECK: John Kelly distorts tale in slamming 'selfish' congresswoman.
More >>The White House is defending chief of staff John Kelly after he mischaracterized the remarks of Florida Rep. Frederica Wilson.
More >>The White House is defending chief of staff John Kelly after he mischaracterized the remarks of Florida Rep. Frederica Wilson.
More >>A tornado tore through Petal Wednesday.
More >>A tornado tore through Petal Wednesday.
More >>Click here for photos from the Game of the Week.
More >>Click here for photos from the Game of the Week.
More >>Forty-nine people were killed in a terrorist attack in Orlando.
More >>Forty-nine people were killed in a terrorist attack in Orlando.
More >>Click here for photos from Ryan Moore at the NCAA Regional Tournament.
More >>Click here for photos from Ryan Moore at the NCAA Regional Tournament.
More >>The student’s mother is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, in connection to the incident.
More >>The student’s mother is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, in connection to the incident.
More >>Henrico police are now investigating a video posted on social media showing middle school students simulating sex and shouting racially insensitive remarks.
More >>Henrico police are now investigating a video posted on social media showing middle school students simulating sex and shouting racially insensitive remarks.
More >>The Alabama Department of Corrections executed Torrey McNabb Thursday night for his conviction in the 1997 murder of Montgomery police officer Anderson Gordon.
More >>The Alabama Department of Corrections executed Torrey McNabb Thursday night for his conviction in the 1997 murder of Montgomery police officer Anderson Gordon.
More >>"He took away a child's father, and the love of my life," Cagle said. "His stupid act took away a life."
More >>"He took away a child's father, and the love of my life," Cagle said. "His stupid act took away a life."
More >>The US Marshals are asking for the public's help in finding this man who is wanted for the rape and murder of a 13-month-old girl.
More >>The US Marshals are asking for the public's help in finding this man who is wanted for the rape and murder of a 13-month-old girl.
More >>Download the WDAM First Alert Weather App to stay on top of the latest information this Hurricane Season.
More >>Download the WDAM First Alert Weather App to stay on top of the latest information this Hurricane Season.
More >>Check out your local trick-or-treating times around the Pine Belt!
More >>Check out your local trick-or-treating times around the Pine Belt!
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More >>Holding leaders accountable, giving you the answers to the questions you want asked.
More >>Two Hattiesburg Police officers lost their lives May 9, 2015.
More >>WDAM LawCallTM is hosted by the Mississippi personal injury law firm of Reeves & Mestayer, WDAM LawCall is a live legal call-in show featuring guest attorneys from across the state. Reeves & Mestayer, PLLC focuses on personal injury law including tractor trailer, car wreck and general injury. The firm has a special emphasis on Jones Act cases. Now viewers in Hattiesburg & the Pine Belt can watch Law Call on WDAM ABC. Pine Belt viewers c...
More >>WDAM LawCallTM is hosted by the Mississippi personal injury law firm of Reeves & Mestayer, WDAM LawCall is a live legal call-in show featuring guest attorneys from across the state. Reeves & Mestayer, PLLC focuses on personal injury law including tractor trailer, car wreck and general injury. The firm has a special emphasis on Jones Act cases. Now viewers in Hattiesburg & the Pine Belt can watch Law Call on WDAM ABC. Pine Belt viewers c...
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More >>Find the latest health violations at Pine Belt restaurants here.
More >>Find the latest health violations at Pine Belt restaurants here.
More >>A large tornado destroyed parts of the Pine Belt Saturday morning.
More >>A large tornado destroyed parts of the Pine Belt Saturday morning.
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More >>A pedestrian was struck and killed, another seriously injured, and a Biloxi man is behind bars after an early morning wreck in the Hub City. Justin Williamson, 25, of Biloxi, was arrested and charged with DUI-negligence resulting in death after an early morning crash on U.S. 49 by Interstate-59 and according to Hattiesburg Police Department Capt. Branden McLemore. McLemore said a man and woman were both walking along the road around 2 a.m. when they were struck by the ve...
More >>A pedestrian was struck and killed, another seriously injured, and a Biloxi man is behind bars after an early morning wreck in the Hub City. Justin Williamson, 25, of Biloxi, was arrested and charged with DUI-negligence resulting in death after an early morning crash on U.S. 49 by Interstate-59 and according to Hattiesburg Police Department Capt. Branden McLemore. McLemore said a man and woman were both walking along the road around 2 a.m. when they were struck by the ve...
More >>An Ingalls employee is fighting for his life in a Mobile hospital after an explosion at the shipyard left him in critical condition Friday morning.
More >>An Ingalls employee is fighting for his life in a Mobile hospital after an explosion at the shipyard left him in critical condition Friday morning.
More >>LSU is looking for its third straight SEC win Saturday against the Ole Miss Rebels.
More >>LSU is looking for its third straight SEC win Saturday against the Ole Miss Rebels.
More >>For some disabled children and adults, finding accommodations for everyday activities can be difficult. One non-profit aims to help people with special needs explore the great outdoors.
More >>For some disabled children and adults, finding accommodations for everyday activities can be difficult. One non-profit aims to help people with special needs explore the great outdoors.
More >>After a week off to rest and heal, the Jaguars (3-3, 1-1) now embark on a five week SWAC schedule that includes Grambling State and Prairie View.
More >>After a week off to rest and heal, the Jaguars (3-3, 1-1) now embark on a five week SWAC schedule that includes Grambling State and Prairie View.
More >>A witness to the deadly shooting rampage inside a Maryland granite company says the suspect had grown increasingly hostile recently and had tried to pick fights with co-workers.
More >>A witness to the deadly shooting rampage inside a Maryland granite company says the suspect had grown increasingly hostile recently and had tried to pick fights with co-workers.
More >>A Los Angeles judge has tossed out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson baby powder for feminine hygiene.
More >>A Los Angeles judge has tossed out a $417 million jury award to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer by using Johnson & Johnson baby powder for feminine hygiene.
More >>A Kentucky man dressed as a Pokemon character is accused of trying to jump the White House fence _ all in the name of making a buzzy YouTube video.
More >>A Kentucky man dressed as a Pokemon character is accused of trying to jump the White House fence _ all in the name of making a buzzy YouTube video.
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We've seen fierce debate over Confederate monuments across the South, and beyond. Some people want to tear them down. Some people revere them.
More >>We've seen fierce debate over Confederate monuments across the South, and beyond. Some people want to tear them down. Some people revere them.
More >>The state of Mississippi stands up against the opioid epidemic touching families of all socioeconomic statuses and races.
More >>The state of Mississippi stands up against the opioid epidemic touching families of all socioeconomic statuses and races.
More >>Does the City of Hattiesburg have a gang problem?
More >>Does the City of Hattiesburg have a gang problem?
More >>Two people have been criminally charged in connection to a federal investigation that allegedly defrauded the federal government in hundreds of millions of dollars.
More >>Two people have been criminally charged in connection to a federal investigation that allegedly defrauded the federal government in hundreds of millions of dollars.
More >>Administrative personnel are needed to keep school districts functioning, but how much money is spent and how many people are employed in district central offices varies widely across the Pine Belt.
More >>Administrative personnel are needed to keep school districts functioning, but how much money is spent and how many people are employed in district central offices varies widely across the Pine Belt.
More >>Former Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner Chris Epps pleaded guilty to conspiracy to money launder, and in return lost his two houses and luxury cars. But there is one thing that he got to keep, and Mississippi taxpayers are paying for it.
More >>Former Mississippi Department of Corrections Commissioner Chris Epps pleaded guilty to conspiracy to money launder, and in return lost his two houses and luxury cars. But there is one thing that he got to keep, and Mississippi taxpayers are paying for it.
More >>Millions of tax dollars filter through Hattiesburg’s Lake Terrace Convention Center every year, and public records obtained by On Your Side show that some of the people tasked with managing those funds have an added interest in where it's being spent.
More >>Millions of tax dollars filter through Hattiesburg’s Lake Terrace Convention Center every year, and public records obtained by On Your Side show that some of the people tasked with managing those funds have an added interest in where it's being spent.
More >>The Executive Director of the Hattiesburg Convention and Tourism Commission, Rick Taylor, is actively lobbying for an increased base salary of 267k dollars, which would be funded by taxpayers.
More >>The Executive Director of the Hattiesburg Convention and Tourism Commission, Rick Taylor, is actively lobbying for an increased base salary of 267k dollars, which would be funded by taxpayers.
More >>With every meal bought at a Hattiesburg restaurant, and every hotel or motel room booked in the Hub City, taxpayers are hit with an additional two-percent tax that funnels around $4 million annually into the bank accounts of the Hattiesburg Tourism and Convention Commissions.
More >>With every meal bought at a Hattiesburg restaurant, and every hotel or motel room booked in the Hub City, taxpayers are hit with an additional two-percent tax that funnels around $4 million annually into the bank accounts of the Hattiesburg Tourism and Convention Commissions.
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