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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said significant progress is being made on infrastructure projects in central Mississippi. Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons urged drivers to slow down and avoid distractions in work zones.
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Organizers invited volunteers, church groups and community members to help clear yard debris for elderly residents during the Great American Cleanup on March 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Tupelo police say an adult man suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds at Monarch Creek Apartments on March 4. Investigators found multiple vehicles struck and have made no arrests.
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A social media post bearing the hashtag #MOSWPW2026 urged people to report hail by comparing sizes to common objects and warned that hail as small as a quarter can fall at 25 to 40 mph.
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Minnesota sued the federal government, saying the Trump administration is using threats to withhold Medicaid funds. The federal government said Minnesota must do more to fight fraud.
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A partial government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security raises concerns over delayed intelligence sharing and response to potential threats amid escalating Middle East tensions, experts say.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation says ramps on Interstate 55 in Jackson will close overnight beginning at 9 p.m. Wednesday for joint repairs and reopen by 6 a.m. Thursday.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation is accepting applications for its paid Summer 2026 Intern Program, offering hands-on placements across several divisions and a two-day leadership program, MDOT said.
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The National Weather Service office in Memphis urged people to know their safe space before severe weather, warned that manufactured homes are not safe, and told residents to contact local emergency management for public storm shelter locations.
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The Defense Department identified Maj. Jeffrey R. O’Brien of Indianola, Iowa, as the fifth U.S. service member killed after what it called an Iranian drone strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait. The Pentagon said he died Sunday at Shuaiba Port during an unmanned aircraft system attack.
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James Talarico told supporters Wednesday night that unprecedented turnout by first-time voters, independents and Republicans in the Democratic primary signaled change, a day after he won his party’s nomination.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized former President Donald Trump for insisting that one of the remaining Texas Republican Senate candidates drop out after his endorsement.
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The Texas Rangers unveiled a new statue in left field at Globe Life Field, reigniting debate over the team’s historical ties to controversial figures and events.
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Former ESPN broadcaster Keith Olbermann drew criticism on social media after he referred to the late Lou Holtz as a ‘legendary scumbag’ following the coach’s death. The comment sparked widespread outrage.
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A widespread blackout affected western Cuba on Wednesday, as the country continues to face power outages linked to sanctions and aging infrastructure.
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Senate Republicans rejected a measure to limit President Trump’s military actions against Iran, marking a key moment in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to lawmakers.
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Mississippi State dropped a second straight game in Hattiesburg Tuesday night, and commentators Brian Hadad and Robbie Faulk said the Bulldogs were largely responsible for the defeat.
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Legislation proposing salary increases for teachers in Mississippi did not advance before Tuesday’s legislative deadline, but supporters vow to continue efforts this session.
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Wall Street rebounded Wednesday as economic data pointed to strong growth and oil prices stabilized, easing market volatility amid geopolitical tensions.
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Legislation to roll back parts of Mississippi’s recently enacted PERS Tier 5 failed to advance, raising concerns from law enforcement and other public employees about recruitment and retention.
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