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Carlos de la Cruz, an Air Force veteran and brother of Rep. Monica de la Cruz, is projected to win the GOP runoff in Texas’ newly redrawn 35th Congressional District, defeating longtime state lawmaker John Lujan.
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Colin Allred, a former NFL linebacker and ex-congressman, is set to return to Congress after winning a runoff election in Texas. He defeated Rep. Julie Johnson in a closely contested race.
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Oklahoma City takes a 3-2 series lead behind a strong performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while Victor Wembanyama posts a series-low 20 points in Spurs’ loss.
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Coach Samantha Ricketts kept a promise to return to Thunder & Lightning after Mississippi State advanced to the Women’s College World Series, the program said.
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Mississippi State softball has achieved three historic victories in recent weeks, fueling anticipation for its first appearance in the Women’s College World Series. Experts weigh in on how these wins rank in school history.
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Researchers at the University of Mississippi and University of California, San Diego say a new method can reveal protein shapes and interactions that may provide earlier markers for diseases such as Type 1 diabetes and chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
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Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson announced his bid for governor, emphasizing the need to reconnect state officials with Mississippi’s working people. He launched his campaign in June 2025, building grassroots support across the state.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation will evaluate vulnerable roads statewide under a federal program to improve resilience against natural disasters.
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A transgender student addressed his graduation crowd after being misnamed and excluded in school yearbook photos, highlighting ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ+ students at D’Iberville High School.
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South Carolina senators blocked a Republican effort to cancel upcoming primaries and redraw congressional districts, as early voting began Tuesday amid broader legal challenges to redistricting efforts nationwide.
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A U.S. Navy T-45C Goshawk crashed Tuesday in Noxubee County, prompting an investigation. Both pilots ejected and are being evaluated.
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Forecasters say daily showers and a few thunderstorms are likely across the Mid-South into the weekend, with most areas seeing up to 1 inch of rain and localized amounts of 1 to 2 inches possible.
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Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director Brad White told SuperTalk Mississippi that the next capacity projects include Interstate 55 in Madison and DeSoto counties and State Route 25 in Rankin County.
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The S. Lamar Boulevard bridge over State Route 6 in Oxford, Mississippi, is closed for repairs through Saturday, Sept. 15, the Mississippi Department of Transportation said. MDOT said signage will guide drivers and warned motorists to slow down and watch for roadside crews.
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Tupelo police said a juvenile was charged with two counts of simple assault and disturbance of a business after two people were hit by splat-gun projectiles May 21 at The Mall at Barnes Crossing.
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The Mississippi Partnership is promoting its WIOA Youth Gateway program to help people seeking new career directions, the organization said. Contact information and disability accommodations were included in a news release.
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Northeast says its Social, Behavioral and Applied Sciences Pathway prepares students for service-oriented careers in fields such as psychology, sociology, criminal justice and social work.
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The radiology program said its Class of 2026 achieved a 100% first-attempt pass rate on the registry exam, crediting students and faculty for the result.
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Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department asked the public for help locating a suspect in a commercial burglary at The Fox’s Den on March 22.
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The National Weather Service warned Tuesday that parts of Mississippi could receive 2 to 3 inches of rain in under 3 hours, raising the risk of flash and minor river flooding.
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