Booneville crews to clear storm debris on College Street Tuesday
City of Booneville officials say storm recovery crews will work on North and West College Street starting 7 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, and motorists should expect delays.
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Debate grows over whether ‘Trumpism’ will outlast Donald Trump and reshape GOP
Republicans and commentators are divided over whether the set of policies called ‘Trumpism’ constitutes a lasting ideology or has displaced traditional conservatism, analysts and columnists say.
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Schiff doubts Trump claim of Iran talks, says move may aim to lower gas prices
Sen. Adam Schiff on Monday expressed skepticism about President Donald Trump’s claim that the U.S. and Iran are negotiating a resolution to their weekslong conflict and suggested the talks could be aimed at reducing gas prices.
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Senate GOP says Trump signals shift toward DHS funding deal
Senate Republicans said President Donald Trump indicated after a White House meeting Monday night that he may accept a compromise to fund the Department of Homeland Security, a reversal from his weekend comments.
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Preservation groups sue Trump, Kennedy Center board to block renovations
A coalition of historic preservation and architectural groups sued President Donald Trump and the Kennedy Center’s board of trustees Monday, asking a federal court to block renovations planned to begin in July.
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Park Police officer shot in Southeast D.C.; injuries not life-threatening
A U.S. Park Police officer was shot Monday evening in Southeast Washington and suffered injuries that are not life-threatening, authorities said. Investigators have closed nearby streets as they probe the shooting.
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U.S. Education Department moves closer to shutdown under Trump administration
The Department of Education has taken a significant step toward disbandment by transferring student loan responsibilities to the Treasury Department, as part of a broader effort to wind down the agency.
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James Carville fires back at Bill Maher, criticizes Trump and political discourse
Democratic strategist James Carville criticized President Donald Trump and comedian Bill Maher during a podcast, dismissing claims of ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ and defending his intense political stance.
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Face the Nation to focus on U.S. airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthis
CBS’ Face the Nation said its March 16 episode will examine recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, with interviews featuring Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff.
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Mississippi State Likely Without Starter for Ole Miss Series, Hosts Say
Hosts Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk said Mississippi State will probably be without a starter this weekend, with Ryan McPherson likely to miss a turn. Coach Brian O’Connor addressed the situation on the Diamond Dawg program.
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Mississippi health officer on shortlist for CDC director, Washington Post reports
The Washington Post reported that Dr. Dan Edney is among three names being discussed for director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, though officials say several others remain under consideration.
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Minnesota edges Mississippi 65-63 on Battle’s late jumper in NCAA Tournament
Amaya Battle hit a last-second shot to lift Minnesota over Mississippi in the second round of March Madness, advancing the Gophers to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 21 years.
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Mississippi IHL adopts financial literacy policy, advances funding model efforts
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning approved a new financial literacy policy and discussed a performance-based funding formula for public universities during Thursday’s meeting, according to officials.
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Supreme Court sounds skeptical of laws allowing late-arriving mail ballots
The Supreme Court on Monday questioned state laws that permit counting mail ballots received after Election Day during arguments in a Mississippi case that could affect voting rules in more than a dozen states and the District of Columbia.
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Ole Miss Launches Center to Study College Gambling Amid Rising Concerns
The University of Mississippi announced the creation of a new research center focused on collegiate gambling, addressing concerns over addiction and athlete safety amid expanding online sports betting.
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Mississippi Health Official Dr. Dan Edney Among CDC Director Nominee Shortlist
State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney is among several contenders for the CDC director position, as the White House considers nominees ahead of a key deadline.
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Mississippi revives college completion program to boost adult degree attainment
Mississippi’s Adult Degree Completion program, known as Complete 2 Compete, is returning with a new structure to help adults finish their degrees amid efforts to increase workforce credentials.
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Northeast offers hands-on diesel program for trucks and heavy equipment
Northeast says its diesel program provides hands-on training in diagnostics, engines, electrical systems and hydraulics and prepares students for high-demand careers. Prospective students can enroll at nemcc.edu.
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Crash on I-20 at U.S. 61 causes westbound delays in Warren County
A crash on Interstate 20 at U.S. 61 North near the Rolling Fork exit 5A is causing delays in the westbound lanes, the MDOT traffic website reported.
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Lane closures planned on U.S. 80 in Rankin County, MDOT says
U.S. 80 westbound between Eastgate Drive and Woodgate Drive will have lane closures from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily March 24-31 for ditch cleaning, the Mississippi Department of Transportation said.
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