Monday, July 21 2014 5:57 PM EDT2014-07-21 21:57:33 GMT
A former Lamar County Sheriff's deputy and Hattiesburg police sergeant has been charged with two accounts of attempted capital murder. Averal "Junior" Burnett was denied bond June 16, and was chargedMore >>
A former Lamar County Sheriff's deputy and Hattiesburg police sergeant has been charged with two accounts of attempted capital murder. Averal "Junior" Burnett was denied bond June 16, and was charged with one count of forcible rape.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 3:24 AM EDT2014-07-22 07:24:32 GMT
Two Cincinnati women have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings, claiming they were victims of racial discrimination while employees at the Forest Park restaurant location.More >>
Two Cincinnati women have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings, claiming they were victims of racial discrimination while employees at the Forest Park restaurant location.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 7:32 PM EDT2014-07-21 23:32:31 GMT
The South Mississippi Narcotics Task Force made half a dozen drug arrests in Wayne County last week, but one man remains at large. According to an arrest warrant and video footage, Joe Barnett allegedlyMore >>
The South Mississippi Narcotics Task Force made half a dozen drug arrests in Wayne County last week, but one man remains at large. According to an arrest warrant and video footage, Joe Barnett allegedlyMore >>
Friday, July 18 2014 3:26 PM EDT2014-07-18 19:26:33 GMT
It's been an extremely difficult day for family and friends as well as officers. So many people were crying, upset as the body of 5-year-old Janaya Thompson was removed from an abandoned trailer.More >>
It's been an extremely difficult day for family and friends as well as officers. So many people were crying, upset as the body of 5-year-old Janaya Thompson was removed from an abandoned trailer. Coroner Gary Hargrove said Janaya's body was found in a bathroom.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 6:53 AM EDT2014-07-22 10:53:04 GMT
The Board of Directors of Margaritaville Casino said they have been unable to put together a deal to build a hotel, and that means Margaritaville can't compete in the Biloxi market. More >>
The Board of Directors of Margaritaville Casino said they have been unable to put together a deal to build a hotel, and that means Margaritaville can't compete in the Biloxi market. As of today, the casino is planning to close its doors by September 19.More >>
Jones County Sheriff Deputies arrested Cory Cotten, 27, on Thursday.
Cotten is accused of computer luring of a person under the age of 18 to engage in sexual contact and has also been charged with exploitation of children.
Investigative Division Captain, Don Sumrall, said a search warrant was executed on Cotten's residence on Reid Road.
Cotten's arrest comes after a four month investigation. Cotton is expected to make his initial appearance before a judge Friday at 11 a.m.
Monday, July 14 2014 6:46 PM EDT2014-07-14 22:46:49 GMT
The state auditor's office has begun the process of reviewing the city of Hattiesburg's annual audit, according to spokesperson Brett Kittredge. "There were some serious findings, and that's why theyMore >>
A letter dated July 11to auditor Stacey Pickering from council president Kim Bradley said the independent review was sought "to verify the audit findings and to determine whether the qualified opinions are merited."More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 11:04 AM EDT2014-07-22 15:04:48 GMT
This is a news release from the Jones County Fire Council A family of three is homeless today after a fire destroyed the home they were occupying, in the Rustin community of Jones County, early TuesdayMore >>
A family of three is homeless today after a fire destroyed the home they were occupying, in the Rustin community of Jones County, early Tuesday morning, July 22.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 7:42 AM EDT2014-07-22 11:42:01 GMT
On this day in history - July 22nd, 1934 - John Dillinger is killed. Dillinger was one of the United States' most infamous gangsters and one of the earliest men the FBI labeled as "Public Enemy No. 1."InMore >>
John Dillinger is killed. Dillinger was one of the United States' most infamous gangsters and one of the earliest men the FBI labeled as "Public Enemy No. 1."More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 12:09 AM EDT2014-07-22 04:09:11 GMT
Earlier today I sat down with Southern Miss Athletic Director Bill McGillis, to recap his first year on the job. All week we'll have portions of the interview including today's topic, is the athleticMore >>
Earlier today I sat down with Southern Miss Athletic Director Bill McGillis, to recap his first year on the job.
All week we'll have portions of the interview including today's topic, is the athletic department on track to turn a profit in 2014 as it did in 2013?
