Wicker: National Guard promotes public safety
We must reinvest in local crime-fighting efforts that will keep the public safe.
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DeSoto DA Launches “Turn Back Now” Billboard Campaign Warning Memphis Criminals to Stay Out
The District Attorney’s Office frames the initiative as a necessary reinforcement of the distinct legal differences between Tennessee and Mississippi.
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ICE arrests, deports violent offender during Olive Branch court appearance
The District Attorney’s Office said Ambrosio meets the current administration’s deportation criteria.
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Olive Branch Mayor touts top-tier financial health, economic growth
Adams highlighted that Olive Branch is one of only two cities among Mississippi’s top five most populous—along with Jackson—to surpass the $1 billion assessed value mark.
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Man hospitalized in Southaven shooting; two individuals detained
This is a developing story, and more information may be released as the investigation continues.
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Southaven police detain suspects in shots fired incident, de-escalate situation with armed man
The Southaven Police Department responded to two separate, serious incidents Thursday morning.
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Groundbreaking Marks Start of Olive Branch Fire Station No. 6 Construction
The facility will be built on a two-acre site generously donated to the city by David Halle.
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Southaven adopts new building codes; infrastructure projects advance
Several important infrastructure initiatives received the green light, promising improvements to local traffic flow and road safety.
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Hernando aldermen decline to advance proposal to rename street for Charlie Kirk
For now, no street name change was approved, and the city took no further action on the proposal.
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DeSoto County law enforcement prepares for federal task force in Memphis
DeSoto County has not been asked to directly assist with operations in Shelby County, but officials said they would be ready to offer resources if needed.
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