Family, community demand transparency in death of 1-year-old in Senatobia
Relatives and advocates call for release of police footage and an independent autopsy after a toddler was shot and killed during a police encounter in Senatobia.
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Report: Fatherlessness imposes costs on Mississippi taxpayers
A report released by an office analyzed the taxpayer cost of fatherlessness in Mississippi and found children from fatherless homes face higher risks of health problems, school dropout and incarceration, the report said.
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Heavy rain floods areas around I-240 loop in Shelby County; motorists warned
A local weather alert says very heavy rain is overwhelming drainage systems in Shelby County and causing flooding around the I-240 loop. Motorists were urged to avoid flooded roads.
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Strong to severe storms possible across northeast Mississippi
An 11:30 a.m. weather update warned of strong to severe storms across northeast Mississippi this afternoon, with damaging winds and heavy rain that could cause flooding. Forecasters said a tornado cannot be ruled out.
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Mississippi DOT closes sections of State Routes 26 and 512 after flooding
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said stretches of State Route 26 in George County and State Route 512 in Clarke County are closed because of flooding and will remain so until conditions improve.
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Mississippi DOT Donates Truck to Hinds County for Litter Removal
Mississippi Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons presented a truck to Jackson Mayor John Horhn and Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones to support inmate-led litter cleanup efforts.
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BMCU lowers tuition for online degrees
BMCU announced lower tuition for its online degree programs and said classes begin Aug. 17. The school provided an application link and encouraged prospective students to apply.
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Walnut Man Charged in Prentiss County Bad Check Investigation
RENTISS COUNTY, Miss. — A Walnut man has been charged with two counts of issuing bad checks following an investigation
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NWS warns of severe storms, flash flooding for north and central Mississippi
The National Weather Service issued a slight risk of severe weather and an elevated flash-flood threat for north and central Mississippi on Monday, June 22, 2026. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urged residents to stay weather aware and avoid flooded roads.
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Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urges flood victims to document, report damage
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urged residents affected by recent flooding to file insurance claims, photograph damage and report losses through its online self-report tool, the agency said.
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Mississippi identifies cause of driver’s licenses not scanning at TSA
The Mississippi Driver Service Bureau said it has identified an issue causing some driver’s licenses to fail to scan at TSA and other locations and will issue free replacements by appointment starting June 23.
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NEMCCAE urges adults to pursue education and job skills
In a social media post, NEMCCAE said it is never too late for adults to earn a high school equivalency, build job skills or pursue a new career.
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Northeast says students can save thousands by starting there
Northeast told parents that beginning college at its campus can reduce student debt and help families stay focused on academic goals.
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U.S. military strikes suspected drug vessel in Caribbean, killing two
The U.S. Southern Command conducted a strike on a vessel believed to be involved in drug trafficking, resulting in two deaths and six survivors, amid ongoing concerns over the use of force in anti-drug operations.
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Australian police seize 3 tons of cocaine; two arrested in Sydney
The Australian Federal Police said officers found 3 tons of cocaine buried beneath three shipping containers on June 19 and arrested two Sydney residents who face potential life sentences.
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Honoring Fathers and Faith: A Call for Moral Courage in Our Communities
As we celebrate Father’s Day and reflect on civic challenges in Mississippi, our faith calls us to perseverance, justice, and moral clarity amid ongoing struggles.
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37 percent of Americans say Iran MOU favors Tehran, poll finds
A CBS News/YouGov poll released Sunday found that 37 percent of Americans say the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding benefits Tehran. The results come as the Trump administration works toward a long-term peace deal in the Middle East.
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Keane: U.S.-Iran MOU signals shift from military to economic, political goals
Retired Gen. Jack Keane said Sunday that a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding marks a major change in the Trump administration’s Middle East approach, shifting priorities away from military aims toward economic and political objectives.
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Trump criticizes New York Times over Iran coverage
President Donald Trump accused the New York Times of treasonous reporting on Iran and announced plans to include an article in his lawsuit against the newspaper.
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Georgia man and woman charged with murder after bartender’s dismembered remains found in lake
Authorities allege a Georgia couple murdered and dismembered a bartender, whose remains were recovered from a lake outside Atlanta. The suspects are held without bond as investigations continue.
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