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Exploding the Myth of the ‘Welfare Queen’
JACKSON — Carla is a mother of two in Jackson. She cares for not only her kids but also for her mother and disabled brother. Carla, whose name has been changed to protect her privacy, has been trying to find a job for a year and a half—but with no luck. She lives in an affordable housing community with a strict curfew, so ducking out of her apartment for some fresh air after 8 p.m. is off limits.
USC vs. LSU odds, picks and predictions
The USC Trojans and LSU Tigers open their seasons Sunday at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the USC vs. LSU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions. It’s a big night...
Destrehan and two LSU commitments are focused ‘trying to reach the end goal’
The expectation at Destrehan is always the game: To reach the Ceasars Superdome with the chance to win a football state championship. It didn’t happen last season, when the Wildcats had their 25-game winning streak stopped in the state quarterfinals at home against Zachary. The next chance will come...
Mississippi State pulls off impressive trick play to take commanding lead over Eastern Kentucky
The Mississippi State Bulldogs haven’t wasted any time putting their mark on the 2024 season. On the first drive of the game, QB Blake Shapen connected with Jordan Mosley for a 65-yard touchdown to give the Bulldogs their first score of the new season. The Mississippi State defense stifled...
5 apply for Columbia police chief
COLUMBIA, Miss. (WDAM) - The City of Columbia is moving closer to finding a new police chief. Columbia Mayor Justin McKenzie said five people had applied for the position. Friday marked the deadline for applying to fill the vacancy created two weeks ago by the resignation of former police chief, Michael Kelly.
Agritourism continues to be a draw in Mississippi
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – Farms are one of the most prominent symbols of agritourism in Mississippi, according to the Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension Service. Fall marks the time of year when this activity is at its peak, and one easy way to experience it firsthand with minimal advance planning is the Mississippi Hills Farm […]
Mississippi AG wants court to vacate ruling that blocks law requiring age verification online
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Attorney General Lynn Fitch (R-Miss.) filed a brief in the Fifth Circuit of Appeals urging the court to vacate a preliminary injunction ruling that blocked a Mississippi law that requires age verification and other measures on certain websites. House Bill 1126, also known as the Walker Montgomery Protecting Children Online Act, would […]
Another Mississippi city bans the sale of kratom
Last week, Ridgeland Mayor Gene McGee and the Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a measure prohibiting the drug within city limits. Because it was passed unanimously, the measure will go into effect immediately. McGree said after the vote that the Ridgeland Police Department would begin working with businesses in about 10 days to pull the substance from the stores currently selling it.
Boler joins MDAC as Director of Administration
Jennifer Boler of Florence has been named the Director of Administration with the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC). “I am proud to welcome Jennifer Boler on staff at the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce,” said Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson. “Jennifer Boler’s extensive background of working in various administrative roles at other state agencies will be beneficial in creating new efficiencies.”
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
Southern's special teams failures allow McNeese to score 21 unanswered in fourth quarter
Southern was in position to hand coach Terrence Graves an emotional victory in his debut as a full-time coach. Two special teams disasters later and the Jaguars were instead feeling the pain of a gut-wrenching loss. A blocked field goal and bad punt snap in the fourth quarter led to...
APSO Arrest Report for the Week of August 22-29
Below is Ascension Sheriff’s arrest report for the week of August 22-29: George Applewhite, 19, 37048 Agnes Webb Ave, Prairieville was arrested pursuant to a fugitive warrant;. Roosevelt Carter, Jr., 39, 1725 Glenmore Ave, Jackson was arrested pursuant to a fugitive warrant;. Michael Jones, 34, 5557 Charlene Dr, Baton...
The End Zone: Week Two
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Week two of high school football is here as teams set off on their quest to win a championship! To see full scores, click here. Our game of the week featured Vicksburg hosting the Holmes County Jaguars, with both teams eyeing a 1-0 start to the season.
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