Whether you dismiss urban legends as children's lore or believe they're based on fact, these 50 tales will send a shiver up ...

YAZOO CITY, Miss. — As the country mourns former President Jimmy Carter, residents in Yazoo City honored their connection to the 39th U.S. president. In 1977, Carter visited Yazoo City for a town hall ...

While the Gypsy Queen was a benevolent figure to her people, the Witch of Yazoo did not have as good a reputation in her city. Legend has it that in the 1880s, this unnamed witch was believed to be ...

Rather than trying to escape, the witch spent her last moments swearing to return in 20 years to burn the town to the ground. She died on May 25, 1884, 20 years before the 1904 fire that destroyed 200 ...

The Yazoo City Indians are on the cusp of a second-straight MHSAA State Championship after Tuesday’s convincing 56-41 semifinal win over Provine.

YAZOO CITY — The defending state-champion Yazoo City Indians chose the right moment to put together their most complete game of the season. Behind a balanced offensive attack and some key free ...

Local myths and legends have been a part of human culture for time immemorial. Much of folklore around the world is built around inexplicable events, seemingly impossible sightings, and phenomena ...

The Witch of Yazoo's Grave, Yazoo City The legends surrounding the Witch of Yazoo have stood the test of time for over a century. Today, her supposed gravesite is still a tourist attraction.

Yazoo County police investigated the scene and discovered a person shot multiple times. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene. According to Shivers, the victim was identified as Richard Baker, ...

Several Democratic Party candidates for MS offices held a forum in Yazoo City. No Republican candidates chose to participate.