Mississippi News
MHP responds to 4 fatal crashes during 2024 Memorial Day Enforcement Period
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol concluded the 2024 Memorial Day Holiday Travel Period on May 27, issuing 7,026 citations, 118 DUIs, and 864 seatbelt violations. Troopers investigated 135 crashes, resulting in 53 injuries and four fatalities in Benton, Tunica, Itawamba, and Harrison counties. Compared to 2023, there were fewer citations (8,945 in 2023), seatbelt violations (961 in 2023), DUIs (170 in 2023), and crashes (156 in 2023), but more fatal crashes and fatalities (three each in 2023). MHP also assisted 90 motorists during the period.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Lottery Corporation has transferred approximately $9.6 million to the state‘s coffers in August, contributing to nearly $18.5 million in total earnings from lottery proceeds for the first two months of the fiscal year. State law dictates that the initial $80 million goes to the Mississippi Department of Transportation Projects, while any extra funds are allocated to the education enhancement fund. This transfer marks the second of twelve scheduled for the fiscal year. Winning lottery numbers are broadcast nightly on WCBI News at 10 p.m.
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SUMMARY: A tragic accident in Amite County, Mississippi, resulted in the death of 17-year-old Mason Prima from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The crash occurred on Highway 568 just before 8:00 p.m. on September 13, when Prima’s 2010 Toyota Tacoma left the road and collided with a tree. He was airlifted to Our Lady of the Lake hospital in Baton Rouge but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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SUMMARY: WCBI is seeking a Sports Anchor/MMJ to cover local and national sports events in the Southeastern Conference area, including Mississippi State University and Ole Miss. The role involves creating specialized content and engaging stories about student-athletes. Ideal candidates should be energetic, creative, and possess strong sports judgment, with experience in ENPS, producing, and Adobe Premiere Pro. Responsibilities include live reporting at events, working nights and weekends, and the opportunity to anchor sportscasts. Candidates should demonstrate professionalism on social media and have general sports knowledge. Interested applicants should submit their resume and reel to WCBI.
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Mississippi News Video6 days agoStarkville apartment complex resident holds Bible study in the wake of violence
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Mississippi News Video3 days ago
Woman arrested after reposting school threat in Calhoun County
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News from the South - Tennessee News Feed6 days ago
Mother outraged after she says son attacked by former Mississippi middle school coach
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed3 days ago
Food drive underway for Hurricane Francine victims in Kenner
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News from the South - Alabama News Feed6 days ago
Former Vigor coach Markus Cook making big impact at Williamson
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Crooked Letter Sports Podcast5 days agoPodcast: The Clevelands pay tribute to native Mississippian James Earl Jones and also discuss a full weekend of football, from high schools to the NFL.
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Local News5 days agoSchedule changes due to potential impacts from Francine
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News from the South - Kentucky News Feed6 days ago
Anderson County school evacuated after bomb threat
