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The Mississippi Department of Transportation says a new traffic signal at U.S. 49 and State Route 149 in Simpson County is fully operational as part of a project to improve safety and traffic flow.

Photos from US National Weather Service Memphis Tennessee's post

Local News

Slow-moving front brings severe storms and flash-flood risk near Interstate 40

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A slow-moving cold front will produce a secondary round of severe weather mainly along and south of Interstate 40 this afternoon and into the evening, the National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee said. The agency also warned of 1.5 to 2 inches of additional rain and a potential flash-flood threat.

Two planes come within 500 feet of each other while approaching JFK Airport in latest close call

National News

Two planes came within about 500 feet while approaching JFK, FAA says

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Flight-tracking data and air-traffic audio indicate an Endeavor Air flight and a Cirrus SR22 were separated by roughly 475 to 500 feet while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport, authorities and media reports say.

Opinion

A Tale of Unexpected Compassion in Uncertain Times

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Amid the headlines of political shifts and international tensions, one story of quiet kindness reminds us of the enduring power of human connection.

Democrats in Michigan keep state Senate majority with special election win

National News

Greene projected winner in Michigan Senate special; Democrats keep majority

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Decision Desk HQ projected Democrat Chedrick Greene won the special election for Michigan’s 35th Senate District, preserving and expanding the party’s slim majority in the chamber.

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National News

Trump-backed challengers unseat five Indiana state Senate incumbents in primary

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Five of seven incumbents targeted by President Donald Trump’s endorsed challengers lost Indiana state Senate primaries Tuesday, according to state election results, a development tied to the president’s push to redraw congressional maps ahead of the midterm elections.

California gubernatorial candidates pounce on Becerra at debate

National News

Gubernatorial candidates target Becerra at California debate

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Candidates vying to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized Xavier Becerra during Tuesday’s debate, highlighting his rise in the crowded race after Eric Swalwell’s exit.

South Carolina inmate who believes he is immortal cannot be executed due to mental illness, judge ru

National News

Judge: S.C. inmate who says he’s immortal unfit for execution

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A South Carolina judge found that John Richard Wood cannot be executed because mental health experts say his delusions leave him unable to rationally understand or communicate about his punishment, court filings show.

Scalise urges Pritzker to 'look at the man in the mirror' after he blames Trump for political violen

National News

Scalise urges Pritzker to reflect after blaming Trump for political violence

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise criticized Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker for blaming President Trump for fostering political violence, calling for self-reflection.

Cameron Brink says being white and blonde gives her a marketing privilege over other WNBA players

National News

Cameron Brink cites racial privilege in marketing opportunities in WNBA

May 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink discusses her success in fashion and social media, highlighting racial disparities in endorsement opportunities within the league.

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New traffic signal now operating at U.S. 49 and State Route 149 in Simpson County

Slow-moving front brings severe storms and flash-flood risk near Interstate 40

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A Tale of Unexpected Compassion in Uncertain Times

Greene projected winner in Michigan Senate special; Democrats keep majority

Trump-backed challengers unseat five Indiana state Senate incumbents in primary

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Scalise urges Pritzker to reflect after blaming Trump for political violence

Cameron Brink cites racial privilege in marketing opportunities in WNBA