Saturday, October 20 2012 9:41 AM EDT2012-10-20 13:41:49 GMT
The pictures posted on Facebook have everybody talking. How did a teen with Cerebral Palsy end up bruised and bloodied at school? According to the victim and his mom, a derogatory word may have sparked the attack.More >>
The pictures posted on Facebook have everybody talking. How did a teen with Cerebral Palsy end up bruised and bloodied at school? According to the victim and his mom, a derogatory word may have sparked the attack. The boy's mom said her son was bullied and she wants justice.More >>
No formal charges yet in George Co. student's assault
These pictures of Austin's injuries, taken by his mother, have gone viral on Facebook as people outraged by the attack show their support. (Photo source: Facebook)
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:09:37 GMT
Johnny Magee defeated Omeria Scott Tuesday evening in a run-off to win the Democratic nomination for mayor of Laurel.Magee, a city councilman, carried 54% with 1,857 votes. Scott a state representativeMore >>
Johnny Magee defeated Omeria Scott Tuesday evening in a run-off to win the Democratic nomination for mayor of Laurel.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:05:09 GMT
Two elementary students are injured after an inflatable slide the size of a small building collapsed and toppled over at the Hawkins Elementary annual field day. Students tried to escape after the inflatable collapsed,More >>
Two elementary students were taken to a local hospital Tuesday after an inflatable slide the size of a small building collapsed and toppled over at the Hawkins Elementary Annual Field Day.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:28:08 GMT
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.Jimmy plays in the 9-10 year old little league in Petal, andMore >>
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:21:47 GMT
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - An Army wife who lost over 100 pounds while her husband was away in Afghanistan surprised the soldier Wednesday when he arrived at Wilmington International Airport. Misty Shaffer,More >>
A soldier from Wilmington returns from Afghanistan to a big surprise: a new wife, a new house and a different child.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:10:01 GMT
Over 600,000 Mississippians on Medicaid are at risk of losing their health benefits if the legislature doesn't reauthorize Medicaid by July 1st. House democratic leader Bobby Moak says Governor BryantMore >>
Over 600,000 Mississippians on Medicaid are at risk of losing their health benefits if the legislature doesn't reauthorize Medicaid by July 1st. More >>
The 14-year-old George County boy who was allegedly beaten at George County High School Thursday is doing well.
WLOX News spoke with Austin Stokes' mother Friday morning. Lori Ann Dees said her son is now resting at home, in good condition. Dees said Austin has cerebral palsy, is legally blind and has a hard time using the left side of his body.
She said he was punched by another student at school Thursday and had to be taken to the hospital. In addition to being bloodied and bruised, he also chipped a tooth when he fell to the ground.
Officials with the George County Sheriff's Department said the high school is responsible for the investigation, since the incident happened on school grounds. Formal charges have not yet been filed.
WLOX News spoke with George County Schools Superintendent Debbie Harrell who refused to give any specifics about the case.
"We cannot discuss any student matter publicly," Harrell said. "We are very proactive with the safety of our students. We will follow our policies and procedures with each situation."
Trang Pham-Bui will have more from Austin's family later today on WLOX News and WLOX.com.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:50:04 GMT
Laurel businessman and former firefighter, Ken Keyes, opened his mayoral campaign office on Wednesday. The Independent candidate's office is located on Sawmill Rd. across from the city's post office. KeyesMore >>
Laurel businessman and former firefighter Ken Keys opened his mayoral campaign office on Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:28:08 GMT
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.Jimmy plays in the 9-10 year old little league in Petal, andMore >>
Everyone knows when Jimmy Dunkle comes to the plate at Petal's Optimist Park. The stands are packed with fans cheering and chanting his name.More >>
Two teens charged with murder in a fatal 2011 Hattiesburg shooting have had their charges upgraded to capital murder by a Forrest County grand jury.More >>
Two teens charged with murder in a fatal 2011 Hattiesburg shooting have had their charges upgraded to capital murder by a Forrest County grand jury.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:09:37 GMT
Johnny Magee defeated Omeria Scott Tuesday evening in a run-off to win the Democratic nomination for mayor of Laurel.Magee, a city councilman, carried 54% with 1,857 votes. Scott a state representativeMore >>
Johnny Magee defeated Omeria Scott Tuesday evening in a run-off to win the Democratic nomination for mayor of Laurel.More >>
These pictures of Austin's injuries, taken by his mother, have gone viral on Facebook as people outraged by the attack show their support. (Photo source: Facebook)
