Disaster Preparedness Day Set for June 13 in Flowood
Organizers said Disaster Preparedness Day will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Lowe’s in Flowood to teach residents how to prepare for storms and connect with local resources.
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Northeast President Debunks Community College Misconceptions on Podcast
Northeast President Dr. Ricky G. Ford told the TigerTalk podcast that students should not view community college as a ‘second choice’ and outlined what attendees can expect academically and socially at Northeast, Ford said.
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Report: Trump and aides privately fixated on Jeffrey Epstein scandal despite public dismissals
Newly disclosed reporting reveals that President Donald Trump and his team were deeply involved in managing the Jeffrey Epstein controversy behind the scenes, even as publicly downplaying its significance.
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Toledo police identify Ka Nye Taylor in festival shooting; second gunman sought
The Toledo Police Department named Ka Nye Taylor as a suspect in a June 6 shooting near the Old West End Festival that injured 12 people and said it is searching for a second suspected shooter.
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Republicans extend win streak in Congressional charity baseball game
Republican lawmakers beat Democrats Wednesday at Nationals Park, extending the GOP’s winning streak to six seasons, organizers said.
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Grassley urges vaccine for screwworms; Rollins rejects idea, report says
Sen. Chuck Grassley urged Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to develop a vaccine after New World screwworms returned to the U.S. for the first time in 60 years. The original report said Rollins knocked down the suggestion.
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Trump urges Republicans to pass $350 billion reconciliation bill with Save America Act
President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged Republicans to “IMMEDIATELY” advance a third $350 billion reconciliation bill, saying it should include the Save America Act and calling the measure “Recon 3.0.”
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Wembanyama taunts Robinson after hit as Knicks fans boos in Game 4
Victor Wembanyama and Mitchell Robinson exchanged tense moments during Game 4 of the NBA Finals, with Wembanyama making a controversial foul and taunting Robinson afterward, as Knicks fans voiced their displeasure.
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FBI partners with UFC for training ahead of White House MMA event
The FBI collaborated with UFC to train approximately 300 agents ahead of the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House grounds, highlighting an unusual partnership between law enforcement and mixed martial arts.
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Knicks rally from 29-point deficit to beat Spurs in NBA Finals Game 4
New York overcame a 29-point deficit to win 107-106 over San Antonio, taking a 3-1 series lead in the NBA Finals. OG Anunoby’s tip-in sealed the victory at Madison Square Garden.
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Mexico kicks off expanded World Cup as U.S. and Canada prepare for opening matches
The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, begins with Mexico’s opener Thursday. The tournament features 48 teams in a record 104 matches over 39 days.
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Jacob Parker to Return to Mississippi State; Analyst Praises Freshman
Jacob Parker announced Wednesday he will return to Mississippi State for another season at Dudy Noble Field, and analyst Brian Hadad praised the freshman and discussed incoming transfer-portal additions.
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AWS marks $1 billion investment to convert Clinton plant into data center
Amazon Web Services officially marked a $1 billion project to transform a dormant Delphi manufacturing facility in Clinton into a data center, city and company officials said.
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Trump signs nearly $70 billion bill for immigration enforcement through 2024
President Donald Trump signed legislation providing nearly $70 billion for immigration and border enforcement efforts through the end of his term. The bill aims to support deportation efforts and border security initiatives.
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NPL Construction to locate fabrication, manufacturing operations in Greenwood
The Mississippi Development Authority said NPL Construction will invest more than $1.9 million and create over 40 jobs by leasing a 70,000-square-foot facility in Greenwood.
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Mississippi Today asks judge to unseal filings after more than 100 DNA items went missing
The news outlet moved Monday to lift a court seal in a Greenville case after officials could not account for more than 100 pieces of DNA evidence tied to a 2005 rape and manslaughter conviction, attorney Andrew Coffman said.
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Solar Power Reaches New Milestones in U.S. Amid Efforts to Boost Coal
Despite federal efforts to support coal, solar power continues to grow in the United States, surpassing coal for the first time in May and remaining the leading source of new electricity capacity.
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Hinds County Temporarily Boosts Public Defender Salaries with Federal Relief Funds
Hinds County has approved a temporary pay increase for public defenders using federal pandemic relief funds, narrowing the pay gap with prosecutors for six months amid ongoing calls for long-term funding.
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Mississippi DOT offers free hurricane-prep checklists and evacuation maps
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging residents to prepare for hurricane season and is offering free checklists and evacuation-route maps, the agency said.
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Tupelo man arrested on aggravated domestic violence charge
Sherrodrick M. Taylor was taken into custody after an incident at a local gas station, with charges pending grand jury review.
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