Tippah County, MS News
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Two Stone County residents used their boating experience to answer calls for help and rescue people and about a dozen pets after remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur caused widespread flooding, Mississippi officials said.
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Authorities continue to investigate the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, emphasizing transparency and community unity amid national scrutiny.
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The Mississippi Bar has petitioned the state Supreme Court to immediately suspend Chokwe Antar Lumumba from practicing law following his guilty plea in a federal bribery case. Lumumba, a former Jackson mayor, faces possible disbarment.
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President Donald Trump said he would not sign the bipartisan housing bill to protest the Senate’s failure to pass a strict voter ID measure, allowing the legislation to take effect without his signature.
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Gov. Tate Reeves announced the appointment of Brad McCullouch as Hinds County district attorney following the resignation of Jody Owens. McCullouch has over 20 years of legal experience.
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Letters between the Legislature and the Mississippi Department of Education make clear which teachers and staff qualify for raises passed in the 2026 session, including assistant teachers, special education teachers, charter teachers and school attendance officers.
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Legislative leaders and negotiators say they are close to finalizing youth court reforms and expect Gov. Tate Reeves to call a special session soon after confidentiality provisions expired.
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A two-page incident report obtained by Mississippi Today provides minimal detail about the June shooting that killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, leaving key questions about who fired and why.
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Jackson bus drivers and transportation workers have issued a 72-hour strike notice amid ongoing contract talks with MV Transportation. A strike could begin as early as Monday morning if an agreement isn’t reached.
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Authorities arrested 28-year-old Nydia Hudson on four counts of felony child endangerment after a July 1 document indicated she and her children had illegal substances in their systems, the sheriff’s office said.
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