Tuesday, July 22 2014 1:04 AM EDT2014-07-22 05:04:40 GMT
Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber spoke out Monday on the sudden resignation of JPD Chief Lindsey Horton. The mayor praised former Chief Horton's work over the past year and his help with the administrative transition. ButMore >>
Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber praised former Police Chief Lindsey Horton's work over the past year and his help with the administrative transition. But refuted rumors that Horton was forced out or asked to leave.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 2:37 AM EDT2014-07-22 06:37:03 GMT
Jackson Police say there is now a Person of interest in custody in the murder. JPD recruits searching for weapon used in creek near murder scene. JPD recruits preparing to search creek where suspect inMore >>
Interim Jackson Police Chief Lee Vance announced the arrest of a suspect in the capital murder case of Helen Harrion. Twenty-nine year old Alonzo Stewart is charged with capital murder and house burglary.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 7:01 AM EDT2014-07-22 11:01:13 GMT
A train bearing the bodies of the people who died in the Malaysia Airlines crash arrived in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Wednesday on their way to the Netherlands.More >>
The remains of the victims of the Malaysia Airlines crash arrived in territory held by the Ukrainian government on Tuesday on their way to the Netherlands, after delays and haphazard treatment of the bodies that put...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 6:53 AM EDT2014-07-22 10:53:04 GMT
The Board of Directors of Margaritaville Casino said they have been unable to put together a deal to build a hotel, and that means Margaritaville can't compete in the Biloxi market. More >>
The Board of Directors of Margaritaville Casino said they have been unable to put together a deal to build a hotel, and that means Margaritaville can't compete in the Biloxi market. As of today, the casino is planning to close its doors by September 19.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 5:51 AM EDT2014-07-22 09:51:16 GMT
Israel bombed five mosques, a sports stadium and the home of the late Hamas military chief across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday, a Gaza police official said, as the U.N. chief and the U.S. secretary of state...More >>
An Israeli soldier is missing following a deadly battle in the Gaza Strip, a defense official said Tuesday as Israeli airstrikes pummeled a wide range of targets in the coastal strip and diplomatic efforts intensified to...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 4:54 AM EDT2014-07-22 08:54:27 GMT
South Korean police said Tuesday that a badly decomposed body found surrounded by liquor bottles in a field last month was that of a fugitive billionaire businessman blamed for April's ferry disaster that...More >>
South Korean police said Tuesday that a badly decomposed body found surrounded by liquor bottles in a field last month was that of a fugitive billionaire businessman blamed for April's ferry disaster that killed more...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 4:42 AM EDT2014-07-22 08:42:05 GMT
An assassination attempt against Russian President Vladimir Putin. A desperate ploy to draw the West into the battle for Ukraine's east. A botched mission to commit mass murder against Russian citizens.More >>
An assassination attempt against Russian President Vladimir Putin. A desperate ploy to draw the West into the battle for Ukraine's east. A botched mission to commit mass murder against Russian citizens.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:41 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:41:28 GMT
(WMC-TV) – A brand new exhibit opened at Graceland, giving visitors and up close and personal view of The King and his lifetime of music. The exhibit is called "60 Years of Elvis." Remember Elvis' rockingMore >>
A brand new exhibit opened at Graceland, giving visitors and up close and personal view of The King and his lifetime of music.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:38 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:38:24 GMT
Sheriff's deputies arrested an Athens mother for capital murder on Monday after the woman told police she killed her 4-year-old daughter, the day the young girl was supposed to go and sign up for pre-K. More >>
Sheriff's deputies arrested an Athens mother for capital murder on Monday after the woman told police she killed her 4-year-old daughter, the day the young girl was supposed to go and sign up for pre-K. More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:29 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:29:54 GMT
BancorpSouth says its acquisitions of a bank in Louisiana and one in Texas will be delayed because of federal inquiries into BancorpSouth's practices.More >>
BancorpSouth says its acquisitions of a bank in Louisiana and one in Texas will be delayed because of federal inquiries into BancorpSouth's practices.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:10 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:10:26 GMT
Witty and eclectic novelist Thomas Berger, who reimagined the American West in the historical yarn "Little Big Man" and mastered genres ranging from detective stories to domestic farce, has died at age 89.More >>
Thomas Berger, the witty and eclectic novelist who reimagined the American West in the historical yarn "Little Big Man" and mastered genres ranging from detective stories to domestic farce, has died at age 89.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 10:03 PM EDT2014-07-22 02:03:48 GMT
Mississippi Highway Patrol troopers responded to fatal wreck in Amite County Monday evening, just before 6 p.m. The two vehicle collision happened on Mississippi 24, near East Newman Road.A 1995 PontiacMore >>
Mississippi Highway Patrol troopers responded to fatal wreck in Amite County Monday evening, just before 6 p.m. The two vehicle collision happened on Mississippi 24, near East Newman Road.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 8:44 PM EDT2014-07-22 00:44:18 GMT
Governor Phil Bryant's Friday letter to the President will now have a follow up. He plans to join other governors on a conference call to the White House Tuesday. The topic will be immigrant children comingMore >>
Governor Phil Bryant's Friday letter to the President will now have a follow up. He plans to join other governors on a conference call to the White House Tuesday. The topic will be immigrant children coming into the United States.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 8:20 PM EDT2014-07-22 00:20:43 GMT
Jackson Police Chief Lindsey Horton has announced his retirement, effective Monday, July 21. Mayor Tony Yarber accepted Horton's retirement, and expressed his appreciation for Chief Horton's service toMore >>
Jackson Police Chief Lindsey Horton is stepping down. The news comes after a rough week for the city's police department.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 4:41 PM EDT2014-07-21 20:41:17 GMT
George Newell, Jr., of Ridgeland, has been sentenced to 20 years for manslaughter and 20 years for felony leaving scene in the death of 13-year-old Ray Echols in November of 2011.Echols and a friend wereMore >>
George Newell, Jr., of Ridgeland, has been sentenced to 20 years for manslaughter and 20 years for felony leaving scene in the death of 13-year-old Ray Echols in November of 2011.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 4:18 PM EDT2014-07-21 20:18:03 GMT
State Auditor Stacey Pickering announced today that Former Fire Chief, Jerry Warren, has been indicted on one count of grand larceny. Warren is accused of embezzling nearly $10,000 from the SouthwestMore >>
Former Fire Chief Jerry Warren has been indicted on one count of grand larceny.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:41 AM EDT2014-07-21 15:41:34 GMT
When it comes to toys, dogs can be both territorial and selfish. After all, they are born with both instincts. But this video shows us that even the most selfish of dogs can turn over a new leaf ratherMore >>
When it comes to toys, dogs can be both territorial and selfish. After all, they are born with both instincts.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 6:05 PM EDT2014-07-21 22:05:47 GMT
(WMC) - Crews are responding to a house fire at Shady Lane and McLemore Avenue. Chopper 5 images reveal heavy smoke rising in the South Memphis community. Stay with WMCActionNews5.com for updates. CopyrightMore >>
Heavy smoke billowed through South Memphis after a house fire at Shady Lane and McLemore Avenue on Thursday afternoon. More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 5:53 PM EDT2014-07-21 21:53:55 GMT
Federal workers and contractors who are gay and transgender are getting new protections from President Barack Obama.More >>
President Barack Obama on Monday ordered employment protection for gay and transgender employees who work for the federal government or for companies holding federal contracts, telling advocates he embraced the...More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 5:40 PM EDT2014-07-21 21:40:28 GMT
Jurors in the trial of a friend of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (joh-HAHR' tsahr-NEYE'-ehv) have resumed deliberations in his obstruction of justice trial.More >>
A college friend was convicted Monday of trying to protect Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev by agreeing with another friend to get rid of a backpack and disabled fireworks they took from his dorm room...More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 4:20 PM EDT2014-07-21 20:20:07 GMT
Steve Ford, the owner of Losers Most Wanted Bar Grill, told the Tennessean that former LSU quarterback Zach Mettenberger was the victim of a sucker-punch by an Alabama fan.More >>
Steve Ford, the owner of Losers Most Wanted Bar Grill, told the Tennessean that former LSU quarterback Zach Mettenberger was the victim of a sucker-punch by an Alabama fan.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 4:16 PM EDT2014-07-21 20:16:00 GMT
An elderly Florence man accused of hitting and killing a boy boarding a school bus -- has died. Raymond Watts was charged with manslaughter and felonious fleeing the scene of an accident back in 2011. 10-year-oldMore >>
10-year-old Allen Lutrick was getting on a school bus on Cleary Road in Richland when Watts' car ran into him.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 3:55 PM EDT2014-07-21 19:55:35 GMT
20-year-old Grantham Armstrong Mitchell of Hattiesburg was sentenced today to 15 years in federal prison for production of child pornography and 7 years for possession of child pornography. The two sentencesMore >>
He previously pled guilty to producing a video of himself and a minor child engaging in sexually explicit conduct in Orange Beach, Alabama in 2012.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 12:51 PM EDT2014-07-21 16:51:35 GMT
MHSAA is making a lot changes for the upcoming years. Southern Miss will host the Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Football Classic in 2015 and 2017. This is a big deal for Mississippi because they haven'tMore >>
Southern Miss will host the Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Football Classic in 2015 and 2017.This is a big deal for Mississippi because they haven't games played here in 26 years. The 2014 and 2016 football championships will be at Mississippi State and at Ole Miss for 2015 and 2017.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:50 AM EDT2014-07-21 15:50:20 GMT
A woman and her 12-month-old baby were killed in a car crash on Sunday afternoon. At around 2:30 pm, Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to the two vehicle fatal collision. The crash happened on MSMore >>
The Impala, driven by Smith, crossed into the northbound lane of traffic and collided head-on with Bailey's pickup.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:21 AM EDT2014-07-21 15:21:16 GMT
Sanderson Farms, Inc., one of the nation's leading food corporations, is offering free downloads of the full-length, original song "I Believe (The American Way)" on its website. They say will donate $1.00More >>
They say will donate $1.00 for every song downloaded through December 31, 2014, to the United Service Organization.More >>
Coach Sean Payton returned from one-year bounty ban and the Saints went to playoffs for fourth time in five seasons, and also won first road playoff game in franchise history in Philadelphia. The team looks to build on that.More >>
Coach Sean Payton returned from one-year bounty ban and the Saints went to playoffs for fourth time in five seasons, and also won first road playoff game in franchise history in Philadelphia. The team looks to build on that.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 8:38 AM EDT2014-07-21 12:38:47 GMT
Many of us with dogs as pets often wonder, do they really understand what we say and feel? Research in Atlanta is looking to prove dogs may be more like humans and even smarter than we think.More >>
Many of us with dogs as pets often wonder, do they really understand what we say and feel? Research in Atlanta is looking to prove dogs may be more like humans and even smarter than we think.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 6:13 AM EDT2014-07-22 10:13:34 GMT
By JULIE WATSON Associated Press The two Americans killed in fighting in the Gaza Strip followed in the footsteps of scores of Jews from around the world who have volunteered to fight for Israel.More >>
By JULIE WATSON Associated Press The two Americans killed in fighting in the Gaza Strip followed in the footsteps of scores of Jews from around the world who have volunteered to fight for Israel.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 5:04 AM EDT2014-07-22 09:04:39 GMT
After a bruising nine-week runoff campaign, Georgia Republicans will finally have their Senate nominee who will compete against Democrat Michelle Nunn for a seat the GOP can ill afford to lose as the party looks to...More >>
After a bruising nine-week runoff campaign, Georgia Republicans will finally have their Senate nominee who will compete against Democrat Michelle Nunn for a seat the GOP can ill afford to lose as the party looks to take...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 3:32 AM EDT2014-07-22 07:32:33 GMT
Firefighters and local authorities are heartened by weather forecasts that call for continued cooler temperatures and higher humidity as they battle a destructive wildfire that has charred hundreds of square miles...More >>
Firefighters and local authorities are heartened by weather forecasts that call for continued cooler temperatures and higher humidity as they battle a destructive wildfire that has charred hundreds of square miles in...More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 3:23 AM EDT2014-07-22 07:23:29 GMT
A man who says he is the father of two of three teens charged with fatally beating two homeless men says that they too were once homeless, and he has no idea what prompted the brutal Friday night attack that police...More >>
A man who says he is the father of two of three teens charged with fatally beating two homeless men says that they too were once homeless, and he has no idea what prompted the brutal Friday night attack that police say...More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:10 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:10:24 GMT
Witty and eclectic novelist Thomas Berger, who reimagined the American West in the historical yarn "Little Big Man" and mastered genres ranging from detective stories to domestic farce, has died at age 89.More >>
Thomas Berger, the witty and eclectic novelist who reimagined the American West in the historical yarn "Little Big Man" and mastered genres ranging from detective stories to domestic farce, has died at age 89.More >>
Natchez Mayor Butch Brown says he'd like to form a local film commission to follow quickly on the heels of the release of the James Brown biopic "Get On Up."More >>
Natchez Mayor Butch Brown says he'd like to form a local film commission to follow quickly on the heels of the release of the James Brown biopic "Get On Up."More >>
A judge has ruled that former Southaven Mayor Greg Davis cannot use his $100,000 public official bond from the city to cover his appeal in a case with the state auditor's office.More >>
A judge has ruled that former Southaven Mayor Greg Davis cannot use his $100,000 public official bond from the city to cover his appeal in a case with the state auditor's office.More >>
The National Trust for Historic Preservation highlighted some of "the nation's greatest treasures" since 1988. Check out the National Trust's list of the country's most historic and endangered places.More >>
The National Trust for Historic Preservation highlighted some of "the nation's greatest treasures" since 1988. Check out the National Trust's list of the country's most historic and endangered places.More >>
Every Friday, chef Julie Levanway joins The Morning Team to cook up a delicious meal "Fresh from the Flame." After you see her latest creation on the air, this is the place to get the recipe.More >>
Although more than 8 million people signed up for healthcare through exchanges set up through the Affordable Care Act, the debate continues in Washington over funding.More >>
Although more than 8 million people signed up for healthcare through exchanges set up through the Affordable Care Act, the debate continues in Washington over funding. More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 3:24 AM EDT2014-07-22 07:24:32 GMT
Two Cincinnati women have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings, claiming they were victims of racial discrimination while employees at the Forest Park restaurant location.More >>
Two Cincinnati women have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Buffalo Wild Wings, claiming they were victims of racial discrimination while employees at the Forest Park restaurant location.More >>
Tuesday, July 22 2014 2:37 AM EDT2014-07-22 06:37:03 GMT
Jackson Police say there is now a Person of interest in custody in the murder. JPD recruits searching for weapon used in creek near murder scene. JPD recruits preparing to search creek where suspect inMore >>
Interim Jackson Police Chief Lee Vance announced the arrest of a suspect in the capital murder case of Helen Harrion. Twenty-nine year old Alonzo Stewart is charged with capital murder and house burglary.More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 11:38 PM EDT2014-07-22 03:38:24 GMT
Sheriff's deputies arrested an Athens mother for capital murder on Monday after the woman told police she killed her 4-year-old daughter, the day the young girl was supposed to go and sign up for pre-K. More >>
Sheriff's deputies arrested an Athens mother for capital murder on Monday after the woman told police she killed her 4-year-old daughter, the day the young girl was supposed to go and sign up for pre-K. More >>
Monday, July 21 2014 8:20 PM EDT2014-07-22 00:20:43 GMT
Jackson Police Chief Lindsey Horton has announced his retirement, effective Monday, July 21. Mayor Tony Yarber accepted Horton's retirement, and expressed his appreciation for Chief Horton's service toMore >>
Jackson Police Chief Lindsey Horton is stepping down. The news comes after a rough week for the city's police department.More >>
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