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102-year-old Mississippi man receives medals nearly 80 years after serving in World War II

U.S. Rep. Mike Ezell said it was an honor to present 102-year-old Pernellus Turner with medals he earned in World War II, eight decades ago.

 

Council working on getting JFD firefighters raises, Banks says

During Tuesday's Jackson City Council meeting, Council President Aaron Banks grilled Fire Chief Willie Owens over lack of pay raises in JFD budget.

 

Are conditions ripe for Mississippi to see massive wildfires as Hawaii has?

With extremely dry conditions and record-breaking temperatures this summer, we decided to ask the experts whether Mississippi could see major fires.

 

Illinois National Guard member dies of heat injuries at Camp Shelby in Mississippi

An Illinois National Guard member has died after suffering heat injuries during outdoor fitness activities at a military base in Mississippi.

 

Donald Trump charged in sweeping Georgia indictment alongside Republican allies: recap

A grand jury in Georgia indicted Donald Trump Monday, accusing the former president and his allies of trying to steal President Joe Biden's win.

 

Trial to begin for two white Mississippi men charged with shooting at Black FedEx driver

A trial is set to begin for two white Mississippi men who are accused of chasing and shooting at a Black FedEx driver after he dropped off a package.

 

Want to try out to be the next 'American Idol'? Here's your chance

"Idol Across America" will hold virtual auditions in Mississippi on Wednesday, Aug. 16, for talented Mississippians to be considered for the show.

 

Hear from Gibbs, Lumumba as Jackson-area District 72 MS House runoff election approaches

Hear from Justis Gibbs and Rukia Lumumba, the two candidates to advance to the runoff in the District 72 race, with the election just two weeks away.

 

Exploding propane bottles scatter across Mississippi highway in fiery crash

A semitrailer hauling propane bottles crashed and caught fire Monday, blocking traffic for several hours along Interstate 59 in southern Mississippi.

 

What's at stake as two Republicans in Congress push resolution on how media cover shootings

The resolution was introduced by U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Columbia, and U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah.

 

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