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Chad D. Burleson, 30, was arrested July 18 and initially charged with aggravated assault. The charge was upgraded to first-degree murder after the victim died, the Tupelo Police Department said.

Forecasters say a marginal and a slight risk for severe weather is expected tomorrow evening through early Wednesday, with damaging winds and heavy rain the primary threats. Heat headlines will continue through tomorrow.

Forecasters said heat indices could reach 110 to 115 degrees in the Delta and up to 110 degrees elsewhere, and officials urged residents to stay hydrated and avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said Tropical Depression Two is expected to become a tropical storm later today and could bring flash flooding to the Gulf Coast and southern Mississippi through Friday.

Members of the Mississippi Highway Patrol achieved top finishes in various events at Lawfit 2026, highlighting their athleticism and team strength.

The Buena Vista Water Department says it has shut off water service in the Buena Vista area while crews repair a busted line on CR 703. The department estimates the work will take about 60 to 90 minutes.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that a heatwave will continue through Tuesday with heat index values above 105 degrees Fahrenheit, issuing an Extreme Heat Warning for the Delta and a Heat Advisory for the rest of the Mid-South.

Tupelo police say a person shot inside a vehicle at a Shell station died after being taken to a hospital, and a suspect has been taken into custody.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned the Mid‑South will remain in an extreme heat wave through Tuesday, with conditions expected to peak Tuesday. A Heat Advisory is in effect Sunday and more advisories or warnings are likely.

GoMDOT is offering free hurricane preparedness checklists on its website and urged residents to make plans before storms are named.