Meridian Police Department is investigating after a shooting Thursday morning left one person dead and a suspect in custody.

Students at Carver Elementary School will be able to earn free books through reading after the school and First Mississippi Federal Credit Union on Wednesday unveiled a new Book Nook vending machine.

Improvements to the Youth Court system are again before the Mississippi Legislature, and representatives of the judiciary and ...

A Meridian icon was recognized Monday for his years of service to the community as longtime Boys and Girls Club of East ...

Meridianites celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday with the annual MLK Day parade through ...

More than 300 victims of human trafficking were reported in Mississippi in 2024, and most involved sex trafficking. During ...

Friday, Feb. 13, will be a true “Night to Shine” at Central United Methodist Church.  In partnership with the Tim Tebow ...

The second week of the 2026 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature has concluded. The House continued its work on a variety of issues, with education remaining the main focus. Lawmakers ...

On the first day of the 2026 session, the Mississippi Senate took a strong position against public school vouchers. “Vouchers ...

The Meridian Star provides a list of arrests and crimes being reported to authorities to keep the community informed about ...

One of the most dependable and stylish houseplants I recommend is Sansevieria, commonly known as snake plant or mother-in-law ...

Trying to stay on schedule this year? The Meridian Star's 2026 Pet Parade Calendar can help and is available for pickup. Featuring some of Meridian and Lauderdale County's most photogenic furry ...