Family of Nolan Wells getting independent autopsy after teen found dead on Horn Island

11th annual Frida Festival in Bay St. Louis/Biloxi Beach Chickens giveaway

The event celebrating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo will take place all day on July 11, plus, the Biloxi Shuckers alter ego "Beach Chickens" are giving away free cooler bags to first 1,000 guests on Aug. 1.

Hinds County teen stomped to death in jail

An 18-year-old murder suspect was stomped to death in a Hinds County jail on July 3. It was believed to be done by one of the correctional officers.

NASA calling for volunteers

NASA is calling for volunteers to live for a year in a simulated moon and Mars colony, something that could interest Mississippians because of Hancock County's ties to NASA.

Contract for I-55 lane addition is being advertised by MDOT

MDOT Executive Director Brad White sheds some light on the recently advertised contract for the I-55 lane addition job.

Mississippi business leaders pushing high school initiatives to grow workforce

Business leaders in Mississippi are working with state lawmakers to enhance workforce development opportunities at local high schools. Mississippi Business Alliance President and CEO John McKay said Accelerate Mississippi, the state's workforce development arm, is pushing programs to give young people an idea of what career path they may want to pursue down the road.