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Sep 23, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Metia Carroll

    Police investigating deaths of two Ole Miss students | Packaged kratom found at both scenes (opens the original)

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    Authorities are investigating the deaths of two University of Mississippi students following a rowdy weekend in which the school hosted rival Louisiana State University for a football game. Investigators said there is no confirmed evidence indicating the deaths are connected, but packaged kratom sold from a retail store – an herbal extract that can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects – was found in both investigations, according to Lafayette County Metro Narcotics. The Lafayette County co

  2. Article · Sep 22, 2026 · Metia Carroll

    Grand jury returns unanimous 'no true bill' in the death of Nolan Wells | Here's what that means (opens the original)

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    A grand jury in Mississippi has unanimously returned a "no true bill" in the death of Nolan Wells. A "no true bill" means that a grand jury decided there is not enough evidence to prove probable cause, meaning the criminal case will not move forward with that indictment. Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Jackson County, Mississippi, over the Fourth of July weekend. Related previous coverage in video above: Nolan Wells birthday vigil According to the grand jury report, the grand jury engaged

  3. Article · Aug 24, 2026 · Metia Carroll

    8-year-old Louisiana girl dies from brain-eating amoeba one day after her birthday (opens the original)

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    An 8-year-old Louisiana girl has died after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare, brain-eating amoeba. Lillian Smart of Ruston, Louisiana, died Saturday, a day after her birthday. She possibly contracted the infection during a recent swim at Lake Claiborne. In a statement on social media, her family stated: "Her brain injuries were too severe for her to recover from." Her family confirmed her passing in a statement on Facebook. "Last night Lillian ran from our arms to the arms of Jesus. The inj

  4. Article · Jul 28, 2026 · Metia Carroll

    Mississippi AG warns threats against law enforcement in Nolan Wells case will be taken seriously (opens the original)

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    Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is warning those who are threatening law enforcement working on the Nolan Wells case. Fitch's office issued a statement warning that any efforts to intimidate, disrupt, or interfere with the case will be taken seriously. "I am proud of the professionalism with which our law enforcement, district attorney, and other local leaders are approaching this tragic case. During an open investigation, it is vital to the cause of justice that everyone respects the in

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