Mississippi Delta Report

A black bear tagged in Louisiana was recently found in Mississippi, highlighting interstate wildlife cooperation. The bear, now six, was fitted with a GPS collar and is expected to have cubs this spring.

Mississippi State Parks are welcoming campers with options ranging from cabins to primitive sites, signaling the start of the camping season.

K9 Caine and his handler, Lt. Schuetz, tracked suspects responsible for an auto burglary, leading officers to a residence and arresting juvenile offenders.

The arrival of cooler mornings on the water often signals the start of fall, bringing quieter days and better fishing conditions, anglers say.

Hoot 4 Hope, a family-friendly walk supporting the American Cancer Society, will take place at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science on Oct. 3, 2026.

Law enforcement agencies in Panola County will honor Deputy Joe Cosby on Wednesday with a memorial walk and flag-lowering ceremony. The event marks the anniversary of his death in the line of duty.

Traffic in Batesville is heavy as vehicles are being rerouted following a crash on the interstate at Sardis, authorities say.

The National Hurricane Center reports that Tropical Storm Hanna has developed in the central Atlantic and poses no threat to land.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons criticizes Optimum for ongoing service disruptions affecting Greenville, calling for accountability and improved reliability.

Construction crews have resumed paving Holmes Street in Greenville after city officials secured funding and completed necessary approvals, officials say.