Friday, May 24 2013 10:46 AM EDT2013-05-24 14:46:44 GMT
(RNN) - A deadly tornado ripped through Moore, OK, killing 24 people. The EF-5 tornado had wind speeds of at least 200 mph and was roughly two miles wide. Among the dead were children who took shelterMore >>
A deadly EF-5 tornado, a murder suspect with links to the Boston bombing suspects and a British soldier brutally killed by alleged terrorists dominated headlines this week.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:16 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:16:29 GMT
(RNN) - A jury found Dr. Kermit Gosnell guilty of more than 200 counts involving the deaths of babies killed during failed abortions on Monday. Gosnell, 72, was sentenced the three consecutive life sentencesMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-05-10 13:37:34 GMT
(RNN) - Authorities were shocked to discover that three missing Cleveland women were being held captive in the same house. Amanda Berry, Georgiana DeJesus and Michelle Knight were found alive after BerryMore >>
Three missing women found alive in the same house, the verdict in the Jodi Arias trial and an insanity plea by the Colorado theater shooting suspect made headlines this week.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 10:01 AM EDT2013-05-03 14:01:56 GMT
(RNN) - Police said they arrested three people in connection with the Boston Marathon bombing attacks. Two of the students were roommates with Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the surviving suspect of the attacks. AzamatMore >>
New suspects in the Boston bombing attacks, an NBA player comes out as gay and the lifting of the One World Trade Center spire made headlines this week.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-04-26 15:43:46 GMT
(RNN) – Authorities questioned Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev while he recovered in the hospital. Tsarnaev reportedly told police that his brother, Tamerlan Tsarnaev, who died in a shootoutMore >>
The one-week anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing attacks, the effects of the sequestration on airports and the opening of a new presidential library are just a few of the stories that caught our eye this week.More >>
Friday, April 12 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-04-12 15:07:05 GMT
(RNN) – Breaking news gripped the nation this week following the deaths of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and actress Annette Funicello. Authorities said a student went on a stabbingMore >>
A mass stabbing at a school, a couple of high-profile deaths and a bipartisan political effort are some of the big stories in the news this week.More >>
Friday, March 29 2013 3:26 PM EDT2013-03-29 19:26:34 GMT
(RNN) - Court cases around the world dealt with controversial issues surrounding marriage, murder and mergers this week. Thousands of protesters gathered on the steps of the Supreme Court this week toMore >>
Marriage, murder and mergers sparked controversy in court systems around the world this week.More >>
Friday, March 22 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-03-22 23:07:09 GMT
(RNN) - Gun control and assault weapons issues thrust themselves into the spotlight after a college campus narrowly avoided tragedy and lawmakers stalled to make legislative progress. A former collegeMore >>
A deranged student, dropped amendment and diplomatic trip to the Middle East caught our attention this week.More >>
Friday, March 15 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-03-15 20:06:49 GMT
(RNN) - Thousands gathered at St. Peter's Square in the Vatican this week to witness the introduction of the new pope. Cardinals from around the world elected Jorge Bergoglio as the next leader of CatholicsMore >>
A newly-elected pope, continuing cruise ship problems, and partisan politics headlined this week's news.More >>
Friday, March 8 2013 11:00 AM EST2013-03-08 16:00:12 GMT
(RNN) - International issues captured our attention this week after Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez died from a heart attack. Chavez, 58, was in poor health and had only returned to Venezuela last monthMore >>
A fallen dictator, rising Dow Jones and stagnant senator defined this week's biggest stories.More >>
Friday, March 1 2013 6:45 PM EST2013-03-01 23:45:14 GMT
(RNN) - The country paused for two somber anniversaries this week. Florida teen Trayvon Martin was shot one year ago, sparking controversy after neighborhood watch leader George Zimmerman said he shotMore >>
Americans remembered several tragedies this week in the midst of looming legislative issues.More >>
Friday, February 22 2013 6:28 PM EST2013-02-22 23:28:29 GMT
(RNN) - Despite dodging most of the tax hikes associated with the fiscal cliff less than two months ago, politicians in Washington find themselves back at the bargaining table to avoid across-the-boardMore >>
Massive budget cuts, miserable weather and a medalist accused of murder captured our attention in this week's headlines.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
A 15-year-old boy is in custody after authorities investigating the stabbing deaths of his younger adopted brothers found him miles away with traces of blood on him, officials said.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 4:38 AM EDT2013-05-24 08:38:10 GMT
(RNN) - A bridge in Washington has collapsed and at least two cars are in the water, according to KING 5 TV out of Seattle. The bridge is part of Interstate 5. There is no word on injuries. Copyright 2013More >>
A photo from the scene showed a man sitting on top of his car, which was partially submerged.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:31:22 GMT
The pastor and members of a Jefferson county church make the gruesome discovery of a body on the way to Bible study Wednesday evening. Sheriff Peter Walker said a woman's body was found just before 6:30More >>
Jefferson County Sheriff Peter Walker has identified the woman found dead in the cemetery of East Mount Olive Baptist Church Wednesday night.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:11 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:11:14 GMT
The number of mystery illness cases affecting Alabama is growing. Wednesday, Alabama Department of Public Health spokeswoman Dr. Mary McIntyre confirmed the number rose to ten overnight from a previous report of seven.More >>
The number of mystery illness cases affecting Alabama is growing. Wednesday, Alabama Department of Public Health spokeswoman Dr. Mary McIntyre confirmed the number rose to ten overnight from a previous report of seven.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:38:18 GMT
The picture of a George County dog set on fire is disturbing. Authorities say the circumstances surrounding how fire consumed the dog are shocking. According to George County Sheriff Dean Howell, 20-year-oldMore >>
Socks, the dog reportedly burned this week by his owner, has died. That word comes from a George County Sheriff's deputy. Socks succumbed to injuries suffered after 20-year-old Brandon Pierce allegedly set his dog on fire Tuesday night. The suspect told deputies he torched the dog because he "wanted to help the dog go to heaven."More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:42:16 GMT
The Hattiesburg City Council is expected to vote soon, possibly as early as next week, on its preferred method to upgrade the city's sewer lagoon system. The two options on the table are to build a newMore >>
In order to be able to pay for their new wastewater treatment facility, Hattiesburg is increasing sewer rates for Petal and Lamar County customers.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:13 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:13:14 GMT
The Mississippi National Guard has honored a Meridian soldier who was killed in action in Iraq eight years ago. Guard officials Thursday presented a Silver Star and Citation to Wilma Allen, the motherMore >>
National Guard officials Thursday presented a Silver Star and Citation to Wilma Allen, the mother of Sgt. Shane Pugh.More >>
Over 20 Hattiesburg teachers lose their jobs; Lamar County Schools lack funding
Thursday, May 23 2013 8:05 PM EDT2013-05-24 00:05:03 GMT
Faculty members and students in two area school districts suffer a major blow as a result of underfunding for Mississippi's public schools. Hattiesburg is facing a budget shortfall that could cost overMore >>
Faculty members and students in two area school districts suffer a major blow as a result of underfunding for Mississippi's public schools. Hattiesburg is facing a budget shortfall that could cost overMore >>
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