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A 21-year-old man named Mustafa Abdulla Alyazidi is facing serious charges after allegedly opening fire from his handgun at a St. Martin business during a heated dispute. Arrested quickly by police, he’s now locked up in the Jackson County Adult Detention Center awaiting trial on one count of drive-by shooting. Authorities are still investigating the full backstory of the confrontation, while the...

A Louisiana man booked a hotel room online only to show up at a ghost building—abandoned and unoccupied—after his Lyft dropped him off. The booking site still advertised rooms at the OYO Hotel, but the address matched a closed-down property. When he confronted the situation, he was met with hostility and a call center that dodged accountability. Frustrated, he turned to TikTok to warn others and d...

Mississippi’s state coffers just hit a new high, thanks to a surprise surge in corporate and use taxes—jumping over $100 million above projections—while extreme heat is already costing the state billions in lost productivity. A rocket test gone awry at Anduril’s expanding facility didn’t hurt anyone, but did draw attention as the company pours $75 million into the state. Meanwhile, soybean prices...

Mississippi’s sales tax holiday is here—July 12–14—and it’s a shopper’s dream: snag eligible clothing, shoes, and school supplies under $100 per item, tax-free. Backpacks, notebooks, textbooks, and even online purchases qualify, but jewelry, work boots, and coupon-reduced items don’t. Smart tip: exchanges stay tax-free, but returns used to buy new stuff? That’s taxed. Perfect for back-to-school bu...

Mississippi’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is here—July 10–12—let you grab clothes, shoes, and supplies tax-free, as long as each item costs under $100. Plus, retailers are throwing in extra discounts, making it a double savings bonanza for families stretching their budgets. Don’t miss this chance to gear up for the school year without the tax hit. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli P...

Mississippi’s Supreme Court district battle is back in court after a pivotal Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, which bans states from using race as a factor in redistricting. Judge Sharion Aycock has reopened the case to reassess whether the current districts dilute Black voting power, ordering both sides to gather more evidence before a new hearing — all while rejecting the state’s pu...

A chilling murder case in Jackson, Mississippi, has sent shockwaves through the community: nineteen-year-old Jadon Sanders is now charged with killing his friend, Javion Clinton, during a deadly gun deal gone wrong at an abandoned house on Woody Drive. The fatal shootout erupted after a planned firearm trade turned violent, with an automatic rifle allegedly involved. Clinton, a promising Forest Hi...

A tragic mystery unfolds as authorities confirm the body found on Horn Island belongs to 18-year-old athlete Nolan Wells, who vanished on July 4th. As investigators dig into the day he disappeared, a flood of AI-generated deepfakes and fake videos is spreading misinformation online, confusing the public and complicating the search for truth. Nolan’s mother has urgently appealed for help stopping t...

New program “Trump Accounts” gives kids born 2025–2028 a $1,000 government deposit into a savings account that could grow to $6,000 by age 18. Families can sign up online at trumpaccounts.gov, and while early-born kids miss the initial deposit, foundations like Dell’s offer extra cash—up to $250—for qualifying lower-income families. Don’t wait—these opportunities won’t last. Funds are locked until...

Eighteen-year-old Nolan Wells drowned on Horn Island over the Fourth of July, sparking a national outcry as his family, civil rights attorney Ben Crump, and Reverend Al Sharpton demand a full, transparent investigation. Authorities haven’t confirmed the cause or manner of death, leaving grieving loved ones and the public demanding answers. Nolan, a promising college athlete, is being honored with...

Nolan Wells, 18, vanished on July 4th during a boat trip and was found dead on Horn Island days later—authorities are urgently seeking anyone with photos, videos, or eyewitness accounts from the northwest tip that day, especially of disturbances or his presence. With misinformation swirling online, the family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump, alongside Reverend Al Sharpton, are pushing for tran...

A 23-year-old man, Ladarius Thompson, faces brutal charges including kidnapping, child exploitation, human trafficking, and sexual battery after a 15-year-old boy vanished in June—only to be found weeks later with Thompson, who allegedly engaged in repeated sexual acts and received explicit images. The teen reportedly used the money to cover their hotel stays in Jackson. Thompson’s bond? A jaw-dro...

Mississippi’s 2026 sales tax holiday hits July 10–12—perfect for back-to-school shoppers! Get tax-free clothing, shoes, and school supplies under $100, including shirts, pants, socks, backpacks, and notebooks. But beware: sports gear, electronics, and certain items like helmets or textbooks still carry tax. Check the Mississippi Department of Revenue’s official list to be sure—this is your chance...

Cowboy Maloney’s, the iconic Mississippi retail staple known for its nostalgic commercials, is stepping into a new era after being sold by the Maloney brothers—Con, Eddie, and Johnny—to O’Shaughnessy Holding Company from Minnesota. The brothers, who’ve owned and operated the Jackson-based business since 1952, are passing the torch as they age, calling the transition bittersweet but necessary. O’Sh...

Three former Jackson power players—Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, DA Jody Owens, and Councilman Aaron Banks—pleaded guilty, closing a three-year FBI corruption probe without trial. As city leaders debate whether trust can be restored, some say the scandal is behind them, while others warn of deep-seated distrust that demands action on public safety and infrastructure to rebuild faith in government. L...

Centreville is under curfew after a deadly Fourth of July shooting left two young men dead and seven others injured near Orchard Cafe. The interim police chief resigned just weeks into his role, adding pressure as authorities scramble to solve the crime and bring justice. A $5,000 reward is now offered for tips — the community is urged to come forward to help end this tragedy and restore safety. L...

The body of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, missing since July 4th after vanishing from Horn Island with friends, has been identified. His family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, is demanding a full, transparent investigation, with civil rights icon Al Sharpton set to join the call for truth. Though initial reports ruled out foul play, authorities are now actively seeking witnesses and any video foota...

Beef prices are soaring—not just for summer grills, but because a deadly screwworm outbreak in Mexico has spilled into the U.S., hitting a fragile cattle market. With the North American trade deal under renegotiation and President Trump hinting at non-renewal, the stakes are high. The U.S., Canada, and Mexico are deeply tied in beef trade: the U.S. imports young cattle from Mexico and finished bee...

Chick-fil-A’s Jackson location is relocating to Ridgeland—right where Logan’s Roadhouse once stood—due to crippling traffic congestion at its current spot. Alderman D.I. Smith called the old location a “nightmare,” praising the new site for better flow and accessibility. No official move date has been set yet, but fans should stay tuned for updates as the chain prepares to serve up chicken in a mu...

A promising college football star vanished during a July Fourth boat trip to Horn Island—his body found two days later. As investigators dig into the mystery, his family demands answers and plans their own autopsy, while the community mourns the loss of a bright, beloved young man. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward as they await autopsy results and work to uncover the truth...

A deer just crashed into a police cruiser in Pearl, Mississippi—straight onto the hood before bounding away. No injuries, minor scratches on the car, and the footage is wild. Pearl PD is using the moment to remind drivers to stay alert, especially at dawn and dusk when deer are most active. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: ad...

The search for answers in Nolan Wells’ mysterious death on Horn Island intensifies as investigators sift through tips, timelines, and social media noise—while authorities vow to wait for the autopsy before releasing key details, and community leaders urge patience to ensure a fair, unbiased investigation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adver...

Iran claims it has struck U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating tensions after Trump declared the ceasefire broken and warned of further retaliation. The conflict reignites following U.S. strikes on 90 Iranian targets, including air defenses and naval assets — actions Iran calls unjustified. The volatile standoff, fueled by February’s alleged U.S.-Israeli strike that killed a top I...

A chilling home invasion in Simpson County, Mississippi, has turned deadly: 17-year-old Cordarius Hobbs is charged with double homicide after allegedly killing 75-year-old Bill and 71-year-old Carol Blair during a botched burglary. The standoff escalated into a shootout, injuring a deputy. The Blairs, hailed as community pillars, are mourned deeply. Hobbs faces multiple charges including two count...

A retired doctor and longtime Mississippi resident, Michael Baker, is pushing for a major overhaul of the state’s electoral maps, arguing that racial history shouldn’t dictate current redistricting. He’s targeting Congresswoman Bennie Thompson’s district, claiming her constituents haven’t seen meaningful progress since she took office and that political loyalty—not policy—keeps her in power. Baker...