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UPDATE: Man wanted in murder of woman found in Leaf River

The suspect is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
According to JCSD, Marty Breazeale, 48, is wanted on a charge of first-degree murder in the...

Crime

Harris, 22, has been charged with one count of attempted murder and possession of a weapon by a...
Hub City man charged with attempted murder for May 4 shooting

Crime

Breazeale, 48, of Laurel has been charged with murder, according to the sheriff’s department,...
JCSD: Wanted suspect involved in Holifield murder captured

State

Mayor Lumumba blames state for Jackson’s ongoing crime issues

TOP HEADLINES

State

Candlelight vigil held to honor murdered infant in Pearl

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Melissa Payne
Prayers and forgiveness were the overwhelming themes today at a special balloon release and prayer vigil for a murdered infant.

State

Beloved community cat stolen from Gulfport business

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Josh Jackson
Last week, Buddy was stolen. Security video captured the moment the Russian Blue cat was taken from Sticky Fingers Sno-Balls.

Community

National Police Week honors fallen law enforcement officers

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Caroline Wood
This week serves as a time dedicated to honoring the men and women in blue.

Top Story

Superintendent says she is experiencing racial discrimination

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Mia Monet
Summer is approaching, and the West Jasper School District is still without a superintendent.

Events

‘Popsicles in the Park’ happening Thursday with HPD

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Caroline Wood
The event will be happening from 4-6 p.m. at Jaycee Park.

State

What to do if you end up in the middle of an active shooter situation

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Courtney Ann Jackson
There are several mass shootings in recent headlines, including the Mudbug Festival. So, what do you need to do for your personal safety?
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Two Mid-South children hospitalized due to nationwide formula shortage
Two Mid-South children hospitalized due to nationwide formula shortage

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A Jeffersonville teenager is going viral for serving sequined realness as he was crowned king...
‘I’m trying to push doors open’: Drag queen crowned prom king at Jeffersonville High

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Man wanted in murder of woman found in Leaf River
Man wanted in murder of Laurel woman

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Events

‘Right Way to Throw Away Day’ to be held Saturday

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Mia Monet
Drop-off locations will be at the Hattiesburg Bobby L. Chain Municipal Airport or the Lamar County Multipurpose Center from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Military

12th Annual Wounded Minutemen Golf Tournament held in Purvis

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Eddie Robertson
The 12th Annual Wounded Minutemen of Mississippi Golf Tournament was held on Monday, May 16, 2022, at the Pine Creek Golf Club in Purvis.

Events

Hattiesburg to host annual Student Job Fair on May 23

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Marissa McCardell and WDAM Staff
Local high school students will have an opportunity to meet local employers who have instant hiring needs for the summer and industries that could help create careers.

Community

Hattiesburg Zoo holding contest to name baby monkey

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Eddie Robertson
The Hattiesburg Zoo is holding a contest to name its baby monkey.

Forecast

More hot weather is on the way

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Patrick Bigbie
Tomorrow will be warm as highs top out into the low 90s under mostly sunny skies.

News

LMSA went into lockdown out of caution Monday afternoon

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WDAM Staff
An official said a domestic argument between two adults involving a weapon on 12th Street, adjacent to the school, led to the campus going into a lockdown around 12:30 p.m.

State

WATCH: Gov. Reeves touts new metal packaging facility in Olive Branch

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Jacob Gallant
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves is touring a new facility in Olive Branch.

National

Raising Cane’s marks 25th birthday with limited-edition pup plush

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By WDAM Staff
The newest edition to the Cane’s signature collectible series is said to give customers a way of supporting local pet welfare organizations.

Crime

Man charged for 4 weekend burglaries in Hub City

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Renaldo Hopkins
Zachary James Thames, 28, was arrested Monday morning and charged with three counts of commercial burglary and one count of auto burglary.

State

Protestors stand outside governor’s mansion in support of abortion rights

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 9:48 PM CDT
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By Christopher Fields
They are upset over the leaked draft opinion that says the high court may soon overturn Roe v. Wade, which legalized abortions nationwide a half century ago.

News

USM’s six home runs Sunday help USM clinch C-USA baseball series over UTSA.

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 11:52 PM CDT
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By WDAM Staff
Christopher Sargent (41) gets a helmet bump Sunday from Slade Wilks after rounding the bases following one of his three home runs.

NFL

Drew Brees teases he ‘may play football again,’ after report says he’s out after one season at NBC

Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 5:59 AM CDT
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By Ken Daley
Drew Brees says he's 'undecided' on his future following a media report that he's out after one season as an NFL analyst on NBC Sports.

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Top Story

Real estate market is feeling the effects of inflation

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 9:36 PM CDT
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By Will Polston
Real estate rising with inflation rate.

News

National Healthy Vision month stresses protection

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 9:11 PM CDT
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By Marissa McCardell
National Healthy vision month

Community

City of Hattiesburg releases summer activities guide

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 7:18 PM CDT
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By Will Polston
The City of Hattiesburg activities guide includes parks, summer camps, even splash pads

News

Bay St. Louis student wins state runner-up for National Spelling Bee

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 3:23 PM CDT
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By Amber Spradley
The National Spelling Bee is right around the corner, and you can find our state’s runner up in Hancock County ready to go as an alternate if needed.

News

Muggy could turn soggy by end of next week

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 5:12 PM CDT
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By Rex Thompson
WDAM 7's Rex Thompson says a muggy week could give way to a soggy weekend.

News

Female body found in Leaf River Sunday; developing situation, according to JCSD

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 2:53 PM CDT
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By Caroline Wood
A body was recovered after boaters found it on the Leaf River Sunday afternoon

News

Gulfport Police Department hosted an event to bond with community members

Updated: May. 14, 2022 at 10:10 PM CDT
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By Leslie Rojas
Community members got a chance to interact with police officers during the event. Patrol Officer, Hannah Hendry said it is important for people to see officers outside their line of work.

News

Water experts gives tips to avoid drowning for swimming season

Updated: May. 15, 2022 at 6:58 PM CDT
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By Jasmine Lotts
From the end of April to the middle of May, there have been three drownings on the Coast, two of which being children.

Community

Pine Belt cities partake in Stamp Out Hunger Drive

Updated: May. 14, 2022 at 9:19 PM CDT
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By Will Polston
Hattiesburg, Petal and more collect food for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Top Story

Richton’s ‘Front Street Fest’ acts as step for economic growth

Updated: May. 14, 2022 at 8:43 PM CDT
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By Will Polston
The Richton Front Street Association hosts first festival in its short history.
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