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Exclusive: Rankin Co. sheriff denies allegations he helped get DUI dismissed
The sheriff of Rankin County denies recent allegations published by Mississippi Today claiming that he helped get a felony ...
Residents go to Energy Assistance Blitz for help with gas bills
A second baby has been surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at a Mississippi location in less than a year. (Source: WDAM) ...
He was wanted for killing two women in Jackson. Then, officers found him dead
A second baby has been surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at a Mississippi location in less than a year. (Source: WDAM) ...
Mayor creates apartment task force to ‘ensure resident safety and compliance’
A second baby has been surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at a Mississippi location in less than a year. (Source: WDAM) ...
One wounded in Tombigbee Street shooting
According to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Capitol Police officers responded to a call for service regarding a ...
Jackson continues to grapple with state’s Open Carry Law, youth violence
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade says the state’s Open Carry Law continues to have a detrimental ...
State Auditor responds to questions regarding Attorney General; Attorney General responds to Auditor’s claims
State Auditor responds to questions regarding Attorney General; Attorney General responds to Auditor’s claims ...
Chief Joseph Wade
A second baby has been surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at a Mississippi location in less than a year. (Source: WDAM) ...
Teen girl driving motorcycle killed during collision with vehicle
A second baby has been surrendered at a Safe Haven Baby Box at a Mississippi location in less than a year. (Source: WDAM) ...
Federal judge questions attorneys $30 million cut of JXN’s Siemens settlement and more on WLBT+
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Recent standoff draws questions about civil commitment process
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health has a step-by-step guide on its website regarding The Civil Commitment Process. Rep. Sam Creekmore (R) explains the process changed just over one year ago. ...
MS unveils latest Safe Haven Baby Box
GLUCKSTADT, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippi has unveiled its latest Safe Haven Baby Box and this one is in Madison County. Law enforcement, elected officials, and members of the community gathered to ...