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Olympian Eileen Gu told USA Today she feels like a “punching bag” after facing global backlash for choosing to compete for China at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a racketeering suit by Thomas Donlon that accused the NYPD under former Mayor Eric Adams of “systemic corruption,” saying the complaint did not show the defendants acted with a common purpose, the ruling says.
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After a successful union campaign two years ago, Tennessee Volkswagen workers have now ratified their first contract, though broader momentum appears to have waned.
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Venezuela’s acting president signed an amnesty bill into law that officials say could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and others held for political reasons.
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Josh Hubbard has hit three-pointers and scored consistently since arriving at Mississippi State, but some fans have not given him full credit, writers Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk say.
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The National Weather Service warns of isolated severe storms across Mississippi on Saturday, with temperatures expected to fall after the storms pass.
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Josh Hubbard scored a career-high 46 points, including a program-record 10 three-pointers, leading Mississippi State to a 91-85 victory over Auburn after blowing an 18-point lead.
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Mississippi’s graduation rate increased to 90.8% in 2024-25, while the dropout rate fell to 7%, according to the state Department of Education.
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Senator Chad McMahan advocates for funding to support grants for small towns, highlighting their role in economic development. The funding remains unappropriated for three years.
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After the Senate Education Committee defeated House Bill 2, Mississippi First’s executive director urged a balanced conversation on school choice and released survey findings showing widespread parental interest in options.
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The Mississippi Department of Education reported on Feb. 19, 2026, that the state’s 2024-25 graduation rate rose to 90.8% and the dropout rate fell to 7% for students who were freshmen in 2021-22.
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Mississippi is experiencing a surge in data center projects amid environmental protests, while facing alcohol supply delays and new manufacturing investments, according to reports.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College said it celebrated Sophomore Night and recognized sophomore members of its cheer and pom squads, praising their dedication and impact on and off the floor.
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The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class of 2025 posted a 100% pass rate on the ARDMS abdomen registry exam, the program said on its website. Students had previously passed the ARDMS SPI exam and are now registered sonographers, the program said.
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Adrian Rashad McCoy pleaded guilty Feb. 19, 2026, to trafficking methamphetamine and was sentenced to 20 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections with no parole, the First Circuit district attorney’s office said.
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The First Circuit District Attorney’s Office said Operation Reload will continue Operation Overload, which produced 793 citations and 51 drug- or firearm-related charges, the office said.
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Crime Stoppers of North East Mississippi and the Tupelo Police Department asked the public Tuesday to help identify a person seen on surveillance video after a Feb. 17 commercial burglary on Cliff Gookin Boulevard.
Read moreThe Mississippi Department of Transportation highlighted Sandra Perkins as part of its Black History Month observance, saying she has worked for the state for 32 years and now serves as the state Equal Employment Opportunity officer.
Read moreThe Mississippi Department of Transportation says the I-55 north entrance ramp at State Route 570/Veterans Boulevard (Exit 18) in Pike County will be closed from 6 p.m. Feb. 20 to 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23 for a resurfacing project.
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BMCU organizers said a Youth Missions & Apologetics Conference will be held Saturday, March 21 to help students understand and confidently live out their beliefs.
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