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Instagram influencer who described herself as a ‘con artist’ gets 16 years in prison for identity theft, bank fraud
Instagram influencer who described herself as a ‘con artist’ gets 16 years in prison for identity theft, bank fraud
A social media influencer who scammed the federal government out of $1 million in disaster loans during the pandemic has learned her prison sentence.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Instagram influencer who described herself as a ‘con artist’ gets 16 years in prison for identity theft, bank fraud
Teen dies unexpectedly on Christmas Day after opening presents with family: ‘Hug your babies every day’
Teen dies unexpectedly on Christmas Day after opening presents with family: ‘Hug your babies every day’
A 16-year-old girl in Alabama died unexpectedly on Christmas Day after opening presents with her family.
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December 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Teen dies unexpectedly on Christmas Day after opening presents with family: ‘Hug your babies every day’
Bay High School honors former basketball great Mike Necaise
Bay High School honors former basketball great Mike Necaise
Bay High School honored one of the greatest athletes on the hardwood not only in school history, but also in the state.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Bay High School honors former basketball great Mike Necaise
‘Blew my mind’: Single mom receives generous Christmas gift from Taylor Swift while working at Chiefs stadium
‘Blew my mind’: Single mom receives generous Christmas gift from Taylor Swift while working at Chiefs stadium
A single mom got the surprise of a lifetime from Taylor Swift on Christmas Day.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
‘Blew my mind’: Single mom receives generous Christmas gift from Taylor Swift while working at Chiefs stadium
MHP ‘holiday travel period’ begins at 6 a.m. Wednesday, continues through midnight on New Year’s Day
MHP ‘holiday travel period’ begins at 6 a.m. Wednesday, continues through midnight on New Year’s Day
MHP says 'Holiday Travel Period' opens at 6 a.m. Wednesday
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December 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM
MHP ‘holiday travel period’ begins at 6 a.m. Wednesday, continues through midnight on New Year’s Day
Family sues health facility for allegedly using wrong semen to impregnate woman in 1980
Family sues health facility for allegedly using wrong semen to impregnate woman in 1980
A family is suing a health facility for allegedly using the wrong semen to impregnant a woman in 1980.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Family sues health facility for allegedly using wrong semen to impregnate woman in 1980
Harrison County officials urge firework safety ahead of New Year’s Eve
Harrison County officials urge firework safety ahead of New Year’s Eve
The fire department recommends keeping a fire extinguisher or bucket of water nearby to extinguish any accidental flames.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Harrison County officials urge firework safety ahead of New Year’s Eve
Ocean Springs hosts New Year’s Eve celebration with midnight ball drop
Ocean Springs hosts New Year’s Eve celebration with midnight ball drop
The event begins at 8 p.m. with a stage set up in the center of downtown.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Ocean Springs hosts New Year’s Eve celebration with midnight ball drop
Teacher, 9-year-old student attacked by 2 dogs while headed into school
Teacher, 9-year-old student attacked by 2 dogs while headed into school
An elementary school teacher and a 9-year-old student are traumatized after they were attacked by two dogs while headed into the school building.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Teacher, 9-year-old student attacked by 2 dogs while headed into school
Grandfather dies after running back into burning home to save his 14-year-old grandson
Grandfather dies after running back into burning home to save his 14-year-old grandson
The victim's family says he was known for selfless acts of love as a hardworking immigrant and beloved school custodian.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Grandfather dies after running back into burning home to save his 14-year-old grandson
Woman accused of drugging disabled great-granddaughter in attempted murder-suicide
Woman accused of drugging disabled great-granddaughter in attempted murder-suicide
Authorities found a note explaining the suspect was ending her and her great-granddaughter’s lives to spare the family further stress.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Woman accused of drugging disabled great-granddaughter in attempted murder-suicide
Vacant Moss Point house catches fire as homeless seek shelter from cold, officials say
Vacant Moss Point house catches fire as homeless seek shelter from cold, officials say
Moss Point Fire Chief Jason Davis said the house was empty when crews arrived, and the fire was extinguished.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Vacant Moss Point house catches fire as homeless seek shelter from cold, officials say
Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list
Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list
Britons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year’s honor’s list
Small fires burning in Jackson County marsh area
Small fires burning in Jackson County marsh area
No homes or structures are in danger at this time.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Small fires burning in Jackson County marsh area
One found dead at Moss Point hotel after reported shooting, police say
One found dead at Moss Point hotel after reported shooting, police say
Interim Police Chief Dennis Stevenson said the department responded to a shooting call at the Quality Inn on Highway 603.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:30 PM
One found dead at Moss Point hotel after reported shooting, police say
Mother gives birth under Christmas tree in hospital’s lobby: ‘The greatest gift’
Mother gives birth under Christmas tree in hospital’s lobby: ‘The greatest gift’
The hospital gifted the baby's family the Christmas tree he was born under.
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December 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Mother gives birth under Christmas tree in hospital’s lobby: ‘The greatest gift’
Mobile row team boat found in France after 3 years lost at sea
Mobile row team boat found in France after 3 years lost at sea
The weather capsized their boat, forcing them onto the spare life boat until they could be rescued.
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December 31, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Mobile row team boat found in France after 3 years lost at sea
‘Profound sadness’: 2 children killed in house fire after being unable to escape home; father hurt
‘Profound sadness’: 2 children killed in house fire after being unable to escape home; father hurt
Two children in Texas lost their lives in a house fire on Tuesday morning, with their father also being injured.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:30 AM
‘Profound sadness’: 2 children killed in house fire after being unable to escape home; father hurt
Man dies following crash just after attending relative’s funeral, coroner says
Man dies following crash just after attending relative’s funeral, coroner says
South Carolina authorities say a person has died in a crash just after attending a relative’s funeral.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Man dies following crash just after attending relative’s funeral, coroner says
Three weeks without heat leaves Gulfport senior, 76, fearing for her health
Three weeks without heat leaves Gulfport senior, 76, fearing for her health
As cold weather sweeps across the Coast, many are enjoying the comfort of their warm homes. However, 76-year-old Evelyn Graves hasn’t been so lucky as of late.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Three weeks without heat leaves Gulfport senior, 76, fearing for her health
ICE doesn’t plan to detain Abrego Garcia again as long as judge’s order stands
ICE doesn’t plan to detain Abrego Garcia again as long as judge’s order stands
Immigration officials do not plan to detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia again as long as a judge’s order banning it stands.
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December 31, 2025 at 3:00 AM
ICE doesn’t plan to detain Abrego Garcia again as long as judge’s order stands
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died at age 71
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December 31, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Brigitte Bardot’s funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez
Brigitte Bardot’s funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot will be held next week in Saint-Tropez, the glamorous French Riviera resort she helped make famous and where she lived for more than a half-century, local authorities said.
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December 31, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Brigitte Bardot’s funeral will be held next week in French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez
Veterinarians get up close with aquatic life at Gulfport Marine Park
Veterinarians get up close with aquatic life at Gulfport Marine Park
A group of animal experts tours The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, observes the care of aquatic life
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December 31, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Veterinarians get up close with aquatic life at Gulfport Marine Park
Body found during search for 19-year-old who disappeared on Christmas Eve, sheriff says
Body found during search for 19-year-old who disappeared on Christmas Eve, sheriff says
Texas authorities say a body was found during the search for a missing 19-year-old girl.
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December 31, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Body found during search for 19-year-old who disappeared on Christmas Eve, sheriff says