Local News

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is launching a new driver service location in Columbia on Feb. 9, aiming to improve access for residents in Marion County.

The city of Waveland will shut down both directions of U.S. 90 between Drinkwater Road and Auderer Boulevard for a Mardi Gras parade this weekend.

Warm weather is expected to continue into the afternoon, with temperatures reaching into the 50s and 60s. Nighttime temperatures will drop again, potentially causing icy roads Saturday morning.

Meteorologists and weather professionals are honored on National Weather Person’s Day, recognizing their contributions behind the scenes.

The MS LIFT Resource & Referral Network at MSU Extension in Ridgeland officially opened, aiming to support local families and providers.

The Michigan Department of Transportation is hiring a Deputy Director to oversee its Asset Management Division in Jackson. The role focuses on managing the agency’s fixed assets throughout their lifecycle.

The southbound entrance ramp at I-55 and SR 570/Veterans Boulevard in Pike County will be closed over the weekend for construction work, officials say.

The university expresses gratitude as volunteers and donors assist in storm recovery efforts amid pending water test results.

A local office releases its annual StoryMap highlighting significant weather events and community support across the Mid-South in 2025.

Eighteen years after a devastating tornado outbreak, residents reflect on the event that changed many lives in the Mid-South.