Mississippi

Police are investigating a video of an alleged argument involving 18-year-old Nolan Wells before he went missing during a Fourth of July boat trip. A body matching his description was discovered Monday morning.

The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, found dead off Horn Island, Mississippi, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump as part of an ongoing investigation into his death. Wells went missing after a July 4 boat trip to the island and was discovered the following morning; authorities indicate he may have stayed behind assuming he would return with another group.

The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, found dead off Horn Island, Mississippi, after a July 4 boat trip, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump to investigate his death. Wells did not return with his friends from the island, and his body was discovered the following morning; authorities are examining the circumstances, including whether he stayed on the island intending to ride back with someone else.

The family of an 18-year-old found dead after a July 4 boat trip off the Gulf Coast has hired civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The individual, identified as Nolan Wells, was discovered deceased following the incident.

A U.S. appeals court ruled 2-1 that immigrants arrested for crossing a border illegally must receive a bond hearing within 90 days, challenging the Trump administration’s mandatory detention policy. The decision affects Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, where many immigrants are transferred after arrest, and follows conflicting rulings from other courts, with the Supreme Court expected to review the policy in October.

Nolan Wells, a Mississippi teen who went missing during a Fourth of July trip, has been found dead according to officials. The body is believed to have been located after the teen disappeared.

Chokwe Antar Lumumba, mayor of Jackson, Mississippi, pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a real estate bribery scheme involving six figures. The case involves allegations of accepting bribes related to real estate transactions.

A 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling requires immigrants detained under Trump's mandatory detention policy to receive bond hearings within 90 days, affecting Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The decision faces opposition from the Department of Homeland Security, which claims it disagrees with the ruling and seeks Supreme Court review. The policy, criticized as unconstitutional by multiple courts, has been partially reversed in some states.

A 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling requires immigrants detained under Trump's mandatory detention policy to receive bond hearings within 90 days, affecting Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The decision, which contrasts with prior rulings, challenges the policy's constitutionality and may lead to Supreme Court review.

The body of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, who went missing after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island, Mississippi, was found on the island. His mother, Christine Wonsley, identified the body, ending a two-day search that drew national attention.

A U.S. appeals court ruled 2-1 that immigrants detained under the Trump administration’s mandatory detention policy must receive bond hearings within 90 days, marking another legal challenge to the policy. The decision affects Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, where many immigrants are transferred for detention, and follows conflicting rulings from other courts, with the Supreme Court likely to review the issue later this year.

A 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling requires immigrants detained for crossing borders illegally to receive bond hearings within 90 days, challenging the Trump administration’s mandatory detention policy. The decision affects Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, where many New York immigrants are transferred, and contradicts earlier rulings in other states. The Department of Homeland Security disputes the decision, seeking Supreme Court review.

A U.S. appeals court ruled 2-1 that immigrants detained for crossing the border illegally must receive a bond hearing within 90 days, challenging the Trump administration’s mandatory detention policy. The decision affects Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, where many New Yorkers are transferred after arrest. The Department of Homeland Security opposes the ruling, which aligns with broader judicial pushback against the policy.

The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Trump administration’s policy of detaining immigrants without bond hearings is unconstitutional, requiring bond hearings within 90 days for those arrested on immigration charges. The decision, which affects Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi, overturns a policy that required detention for all immigration arrestees, regardless of their time in the U.S.

Chokwe Antar Lumumba, mayor of Jackson in November 2024, pleaded guilty to bribery, wire fraud, and money laundering charges following an FBI investigation and sting operation. He had previously described the case as a 'political prosecution'.

The search for missing Mississippi teen Nolan Xavier Wells, who vanished on the Fourth of July near Horn Island, has been called off after a body matching his description was recovered off the coast. Volunteer group United Cajun Navy ceased efforts, and Wells' family expressed devastation in a social media post.

Nolan Wells' mother expressed devastation over his death after his body was found following a two-day search on a local island in Mississippi. She described him as a 'special soul' in her public statements.

A U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Trump administration's policy of detaining immigrants without bond hearings is unconstitutional, requiring bond hearings within 90 days for those arrested on immigration charges. The decision affects Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi, benefiting detained immigrants including Ignacio Sosnava Rodriguez, Alejandro Villegas Angel, and Miguel Angel Gomez Alvarado, who had lived in the U.S. for over a decade.

New laws in Iowa, Mississippi, and Tennessee restrict access to abortion medications and limit minors' access to sexual and reproductive healthcare, including the HPV vaccine. A federal lawsuit challenges FDA rules allowing mifepristone to be dispensed via telehealth, with nationwide implications.

Sartell is seeking a developer for a 26-acre riverfront site, formerly the Verso Paper Mill, with plans for markets, housing, and hotels. The city purchased the site in 2023 and has proposed two development plans costing $3 million and $25 million to $30 million, aiming to avoid taxpayer burden while seeking external funding.

Mississippi is investing $9 million in the Adolescent Literacy Initiative to improve middle school reading scores, following stagnant progress in eighth grade reading. The initiative expands the 2013 Literacy-Based Promotion Act into higher grades, introducing assessments and high-quality curriculum for students in grades four through eight.

A Mississippi teen died days after graduation due to a 'bad decision,' according to his mother, who is demanding answers alongside the mourning family.

Thousands of Amana air conditioners are under recall due to fire and burn risks, with the heating element posing a hazard even when turned off. The recall occurs amid a dangerous heatwave affecting the Central and Eastern U.S., during which a woman in Mississippi died from heat exposure.

Thousands of Amana air conditioners are under recall due to fire and burn risks caused by a faulty heating element. The recall, issued on June 25, affects units sold between April 2025 and December 2025, as a deadly heatwave persists across parts of the U.S.

Thousands of Amana air conditioners are being recalled due to fire and burn risks caused by a faulty heating element. The recall, issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, affects units sold from April to December 2025. The recall coincides with a dangerous heatwave in the U.S., during which a woman died after being exposed to extreme heat.

An 83-year-old woman in Mississippi died after falling in a flowerbed during extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 90s and surface temperatures near 125 degrees. Her husband, Rick Van Egmond, described their three-hour struggle in the sun and warned about the dangers of heat, emphasizing that even those who feel comfortable in high temperatures can be at risk.

An 83-year-old woman in Mississippi died after falling in her garden during extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 90s. Her husband recounted their three-hour ordeal in the sun, warning about the dangers of heat, and described her as a devoted, faith-driven individual.

Martha Irene Van Egmond, an 83-year-old woman in Mississippi, died after falling in her garden during a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 90 degrees. Her husband, Rick Van Egmond, also fell while trying to help her, and the couple remained in the sun for over three hours before assistance arrived. Rick warned about the risks of extreme heat, emphasizing its potential to cause fatal conditions like heat stroke.

Rising cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections in coastal waters and increased health risks are linked to Trump administration cuts in health programs and ocean monitoring. The administration reduced investments in agencies tracking pathogens, leading to challenges in addressing emerging threats like flesh-eating bacteria, screwworm reemergence, and malaria vulnerabilities.

Mississippi is experiencing a financial aid shortfall, as reported in the article. The issue is highlighted without additional details on causes or specific impacts.

A 19-year-old Mississippi high school graduate died in Florida days after his graduation during a trip with friends. Witnesses reported he 'drinking too much,' and his family is seeking answers about alcohol access and events leading to his hospitalization. The family is establishing an alcohol education program and nonprofit to address underage drinking.

A 19-year-old Mississippi high school graduate died during a Florida trip days after graduation, with witnesses reporting he 'drinking too much.' His family seeks answers about his access to alcohol and the events leading to his hospitalization, while advocating for an alcohol education program and a nonprofit against underage drinking.

A 19-year-old Mississippi high school graduate died on a Florida trip days after graduation, with witnesses citing excessive alcohol consumption. His family seeks answers about his access to alcohol and the events leading to his hospitalization. They are establishing a nonprofit to address underage drinking.

Nine states, including Florida, Utah, and Mississippi, have enacted voting laws this year that impose stricter requirements for state and local elections, drawing criticism for potentially disenfranchising eligible voters. Proponents argue the laws protect election integrity, while opponents claim they disproportionately burden marginalized groups. A Utah review found only 27 noncitizen voters out of 2 million registered voters.

New laws in Iowa, Mississippi, and Tennessee restrict access to abortion medications and HPV vaccines for minors, effective July 1. The laws require in-person dispensing of abortion pills and prohibit minors under 18 from consenting to STD-related vaccinations in Iowa. A federal lawsuit challenges FDA rules allowing telehealth dispensing of mifepristone, which could impact nationwide access.

New laws in Iowa, Mississippi, and Tennessee restrict access to abortion medications like mifepristone and misoprostol and limit minors' access to the HPV vaccine. A federal lawsuit challenges FDA rules allowing telehealth dispensing of mifepristone, with nationwide implications.

Dave Zirin discusses his career in political sports journalism, the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement on amplifying voices at the intersection of justice and athletics, and his forthcoming book about historian Howard Zinn. The article highlights backlash against progressive narratives, including book bans and McCarthyism-like tactics, as well as Zinn's influence on U.S. history education.

Nine U.S. states (Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Utah, and West Virginia) have enacted laws to restrict voting access, with proponents arguing these measures enhance election integrity. Critics, including organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center, contend the laws disproportionately disenfranchise eligible voters, particularly marginalized groups. Key figures such as Florida's Ron DeSantis and Utah's Deidre Henderson support the policies, while advocates like Sonya Williams Barnes of the Southern Poverty Law Center highlight concerns over noncitizen voting and voter suppression.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Mississippi law allowing mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five business days, preserving similar policies in Nevada and other states. Voting rights advocates celebrated this and two other recent legal victories but remain concerned about potential election restrictions. Trump criticized the ruling and promoted the SAVE America Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote but is stalled in the Senate.

Two Mississippi men, Jordan Lee Carter and Cornelious Carter, were arrested and charged with capital murder in a targeted triple homicide that killed two women and a 2-year-old child. The victims were identified as Erica Weathersby, Keyana Weathersby, and Camari Givens. Police recovered three firearms from the suspects' vehicle after a pursuit and public tips led to their arrest.