Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:04:51 GMT
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall Co. More than 100 of the rescued animals are now at the Humane Society of South MS.More >>
A Tylertown man is charged with animal cruelty in connection to that suspected puppy mill in Walthall County. Sheriff's officials say James Thornhill, 72, turned himself in Tuesday and was released on his own recognizance. Meanwhile, 102 of the animals rescued Monday are now getting a lot of TLC at the Humane Society of South Mississippi.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:54:17 GMT
In the wake of Monday's puppy mill bust in Walthal County may Mississippi animal advocates are calling for tougher animal cruelty laws in the state. Advocates believe stiffer penalties would go a longMore >>
In the wake of Monday's puppy mill bust in Walthal County many Mississippi animal advocates are calling for tougher animal cruelty laws in the state.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 >>
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.
A jury found a woman guilty on all counts for the murder of her infant daughter. Jessica Shah is accused of starving her 7-month-old daughter to death in 2011.
The mother of four took the stand Thursday. A week before baby Alejandra Molina died her mother, Jessica Shah, testified the baby seemed to struggle to breathe. Shah described the house as "very hot" that summer due to a broken air conditioner.
The soft-spoken mother said she loved her daughter very much and saw no signs that she was dehydrated nor did she notice the baby crying more than usual.
The mother of four was a was a stay-at-home mom, but she allowed her 14-year-old be the primary caregiver because the teenager always asked to feed and change the baby's diaper.
Prosecution asked Shah why she did not check on baby "Ale" for 16 hours, she said the baby usually slept through the night and she did not want to wake her up.
Shah says there is an explanation for the bug bites doctors found on baby Alejandra. She said to keep the children cool, she bought a kiddy pool for them to play in and while outside, the baby was bitten by mosquito's.
Columbus Pediatrician Doctor Joseph Zanga said Alejandra died a slow gradual death and weighed only nine pounds when she was found dead in her crib. He said gradual starvation caused the 7-month-old to suffer from dehydration.
Dr. Zanga added there were no pre-existing factors that would have contributed to the baby's death – there were several signs Alejandra was chronically dehydrated, including not having any baby fat, a very dry cotton-like mouth and sunken eyes.
Jurors also heard from two WIC nutritionists who testified Shah was given free high-calorie formula to feed Alejandra - who was born premature.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:25:38 GMT
If you see or even have seen this female German shepherd, named Bandit, please call 601-550-1454 or 601-336-6637. She is wearing a red/orange collar with no id. The dog was last seen around 8 a.m. onMore >>
If you see or even have seen this female German shepherd, named Bandit, please call 601-550-1454 or 601-336-6637.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:20:42 GMT
The University of Southern Mississippi Foundation has halted its tornado relief campaign. USM announced Wednesday that its tornado relief and campus beautification campaigns were entering a quiet phaseMore >>
USM announced Wednesday that its tornado relief and campus beautification campaigns were entering a quiet phase as the nation focuses its attention on tornado victims in Oklahoma.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:55:25 GMT
The Hattiesburg Sunrise Rotary Club presented a check for $5000 Wednesday to the Pine Burr Area Council Boy Scouts. The club raised more than $10,000 in their annual Charitable Funds Awards 5-K run. MoreMore >>
The Hattiesburg Sunrise Rotary Club presented a check for $5000 Wednesday to the Pine Burr Area Council Boy Scouts. The club raised more than $10,000 in their annual Charitable Funds Awards 5-K run. MoreMore >>
Clips from activities day for Military Appreciation Month at the Collins Veterans Home. American Legion Riders were there to honor vets and a band from Kosciusko performed.More >>
Jessica Shah is accused of starving her 7-month-old baby to death in 2011.
