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U.S. House - District 3

U.S. House - District 4
U.S. Senate - Class II
Covington Co. Supervisor Dist. 2
Chancery Court Judge Dist. 13 Place 2
Circuit Court Judge Dist. 15 Place 2
Circuit Court Judge Dist. 18 Place 1
Lamar Co. School Board Dist. D
Perry Co. School Board Dist. 3
Perry Co. School Board Dist. 5
Full Results
Headshot of Michael Guest
Michael Guest (R)
144,471 - 57.6%
Headshot of Michael A. Chiaradio
Michael A. Chiaradio (D)
103,164 - 41.1%
Headshot of Erik Kiehle
Erik Kiehle (L)
3,146 - 1.3%
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Votes in: Estimated 95%

Hattiesburg names Harold Robert Hall 2026 Veteran of the Year

Hattiesburg announces Chief Warrant Officer 4 Harold Robert Hall as its 2026 Veteran of the Year for decades of military service and his continued commitment to the community.
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Hattiesburg Fire Training Academy recruit class nears graduation

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Columbia funeral home collecting toys for Toys for Tots

State

The deployment of resources includes 23 staff members spread across Jackson and Biloxi.
NAACP deploys election protection resources, staff to Mississippi

TOP HEADLINES

Events

Three dozen businesses will participate in a Holiday Open House in Columbia Nov. 6-7.

Three dozen businesses participating in Columbia’s Holiday Open House Nov. 6-7

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Charles Herrington
Three dozen businesses throughout Columbia will be participating in a Holiday Open House Nov. 6-7.

Mental Health Awareness

Time change

Time change could impact mental health as days grow shorter, psychiatrist warns

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Quentis Jones
While many people welcomed an extra hour of sleep when daylight saving time ended Sunday, a Mississippi psychiatrist said the seasonal transition can bring challenges for mental health.

Local

As the town of Sumrall continues to work on its Outdoor Learning Center, every citizen is...

Sumrall students build tables, fish huts for town’s new Outdoor Learning Center

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Raven Little
As the town of Sumrall continues to work on its Outdoor Learning Center, every citizen is finding a way to pitch in.

Top Story

Chief Brown says he doesn’t want to deny public access to fire stations across the city, but a...

Man steals $1,500 in equipment from Laurel Fire Station, police say

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Raven Little
Laurel Fire Chief Leo Brown said he doesn’t want to deny public access to fire stations across the city, but a recent incident has LFD exploring surveillance options for all facilities.

Regional

"Operation Tiger Punch” Results in Federal and State Indictments of 16 Defendants

‘Operation Tiger Punch’ nabs 16 suspects for meth trafficking conspiracy

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Stuart Rucker
The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the 25th Judicial District announced multiple arrests following a joint federal, state, and local law enforcement operation into methamphetamine trafficking in rural West Tennessee.

Regional

A microscopic image shows a cyst form of Acanthamoeba, an organism that can cause serious eye...

Louisiana amoeba infections leave 5 with permanent vision loss, 1 dead

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Georgia Peck
State epidemiologist says lenses should come out before showering or swimming.
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News

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is accepting toy donations for "Toys for Tots."
Columbia funeral home collecting toys for Toys for Tots

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Hattiesburg, Edwards Street Fellowship Center Food Drive

City of Hattiesburg, Edwards Street preparing for community food drive

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Brandon Buie
There will be stations at both Walmarts in Hattiesburg, and before you go into the store, volunteers can provide you with a list of the most needed non-perishable food items, including canned food, oatmeal, rice, peanut butter and more.

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Cindy Hyde-Smith lawyers send letter to Mississippi counties demanding preservation of...

Cindy Hyde-Smith lawyers send letter to Mississippi counties demanding preservation of affidavit ballots

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Flora Dedeaux
Lawyers for the Cindy Hyde-Smith campaign have sent a letter to all Mississippi county election commissioners and circuit clerks, asking them to separate, secure and preserve any affidavit ballots cast in the midterm elections in the state.

Southern Miss

Southern Mississippi quarterback Ethan Hampton (5) passes the ball during the first half of an...

UPDATES: Southern Miss plays James Madison at home for third straight win

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By WDAM Staff
Live updates on USM's game against James Madison at 7 p.m.

State

Mississippi Republican Party

MS Republican Party to host press conference on election results, integrity

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Brooke Parker
The Mississippi Republican Party hosts a press conference to discuss the recent elections in the state and the ongoing efforts to ensure election integrity.

Regional

Daniel Thomas Gunn

MCSO: Man arrested on child pornography charges following AI cyber tips

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Mike Brantley
A Mobile man has been arrested following an investigation into online child sexual exploitation sparked by artificial intelligence cyber tips, authorities said.

Southern Miss

Southern Mississippi head coach Blake Anderson reacts during the first half against UConn an...

Southern Miss hosts James Madison in Sun Belt matchup

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WDAM Staff
Southern Miss (3-5, 2-2) plays James Madison (7-2, 4-2) Thursday at 7 p.m. at Renasant Stadium for its third straight win.

National

Jennifer Christine Pledger

3 injured in shooting at Iowa post office, suspect facing charges

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By KCRG Staff
A shooting at an Iowa post office left multiple people injured Thursday, authorities said.

State

I-10 in Jackson County

Carjacking suspects arrested after chase on I-10 in Jackson County, officials say

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By WLOX Staff
According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, Mobile County deputies pursued the vehicle into Mississippi.

State

Another tree planting is scheduled for Nov. 17 at the Singing River Hospital location in...

Hospice of Light plants live oak tree in Pascagoula to memorialize loved ones

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 5:23 PM CST
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By Michael Rodgers
Hospice of Light planted a live oak tree at the Singing River Hospital walking track in Pascagoula with loved ones of people who have died this year.

Politics

Reeves confident Hyde-Smith will retain Senate seat

Gov. Reeves confident Hyde-Smith will retain Senate seat

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 10:33 PM CST
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By WLBT Staff
Gov. Tate Reeves said he is confident Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith will come out on top and retain her U.S. Senate seat.

Elections

Scott Colom launches Senate campaign against Cindy Hyde-Smith

Colom leads Senate race against Hyde-Smith on day 3 of ballot counting

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Brooke Parker
The race remains too close to call.

Forecast

Riley's Sunrise Forecast

Mostly sunny today

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Riley Bridges
Mostly sunny today and mild!

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HS Football

Cougars RB Bentley Myers

Undefeated, District Champion Columbia Academy Forced on the Road for MAIS Playoffs

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Scott Kirk
When the MAIS postseason opens Friday night, the Cougars won’t be playing in front of their home crowd.

Elections

Cindy Hyde-Smith, Scott Colom

Colom flips Forrest County, leads incumbent Sen. Hyde-Smith in too-close-to-call race

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 7:33 AM CST
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By Brooke Parker and Renaldo Hopkins II
According to the secretary of state’s office, about 3,600 outstanding absentee-by-mail ballots have not been counted.

Top Story

Both candidates are making another push to earn voters’ support, pointing to their legal...

Chancery Court judge race heads to Dec. 1 runoff as candidates make final push for votes

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 8:32 PM CST
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By Quentis Jones
The race has now narrowed to George Schmidt and John Smallwood, who will face off on Tuesday, Dec. 1.

Politics

A runoff will be held Dec. 1 for the District Two supervisor position in Covington County.

Runoff in Covington Co. Dist. 2 supervisor race set for Dec. 1

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 8:11 PM CST
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By Charles Herrington
The runoff election for District 2 supervisor in Covington County will feature candidates Robert Aultman and Gary G. Deen.

Top Story

After months on the campaign trail, Jones County district attorney Brad Thompson is preparing...

Jones County D.A. Brad Thompson elected to new 18th District Circuit Court bench

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 6:45 PM CST
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By Keaundria Milloy
The current Jones County district attorney won Tuesday’s race to serve a new four-county district.

Team of the Week

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Team of the Week: Hattiesburg High School

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Scott Kirk
The Tigers control their destiny in 6A-Region 3 after a 20-15 win against West Jones.

Elections

Some voters were surprised to learn they were on the inactive list when they showed up at...

Cast an affidavit ballot? Here’s what Mississippi voters need to know

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 3:31 PM CST
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By WLOX Staff
Election commissions across Mississippi are responsible for reviewing affidavit ballots to verify voters’ eligibility.

State

Independent Ty Pinkins says he is staying in Mississippi US Senate race

‘What I actually did was split the Republican vote’: Ty Pinkins shares why he stayed in

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 4:54 PM CST
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By Wayne Hereford
Mississippi's third option for U.S. Senate, Ty Pinkins, is on the mind of many as the race remains in the balance.

State

Mississippi has 10 days to certify election results, secretary of state says

Mississippi has 10 days to certify election results, secretary of state says

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 4:17 PM CST
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By Jas N Smith
Mississippi counties are continuing to process ballots and certify results from the Nov. 3 general election, with approximately 3,600 absentee-by-mail ballots still outstanding, Secretary of State Michael Watson said Wednesday.

New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) plays in the first half of an NBA basketball...

Utah Jazz face Pelicans, aims to stop 5-game skid | Watch on WDAM 7 ABC

Updated: Nov. 4, 2026 at 4:23 PM CST
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By The Associated Press
In the last matchup on Oct. 24 the Jazz won 120-119 led by 24 points from Jaren Jackson Jr., while Zion Williamson scored 23 points for the Pelicans.
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