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President Donald Trump accused vandals of damaging grass on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial, where he hosted a July 4th event, without providing evidence.
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As our community faces political, social, and moral dilemmas, the Christian call to love, justice, and humility guides us through turbulent times.
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Attorney General Todd Blanche expressed support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro amid recent comments from President Donald Trump criticizing her work.
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Sen. Jon Ossoff accused former President Trump of lying the nation into war with Iran during a rally in Atlanta.
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The U.S. Navy said it is conducting an internal review of its next class of aircraft carriers to consider design changes requested by President Donald Trump.
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Von Miller announced he is signing with the Dallas Cowboys for his 15th NFL season. Terms were not disclosed, and Miller called the move a ‘homecoming’ on social media.
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The actress Hayden Panettiere has died at age 36, her representative confirms. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
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Officers responded to reports of an assault and shot a man wielding a large knife after he advanced toward them, police say.
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The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources will offer a free, three-day Seafood HACCP workshop Sept. 15-17 in Biloxi for industry members and others, MDMR said. The course meets FDA training requirements and awards certificates from the Association of Food and Drug Officials.
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Shedd Aquarium said four belugas arrived in Chicago as part of a government-approved rescue plan to move animals from Marineland to aquariums in the U.S. and Spain.
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An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Monday at 8 p.m., with heat index values approaching 110 degrees, WCBI reported. Rain chances return later in the week as high pressure breaks down.
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Kosciusko enters the 2026 season led by returning players who reached last year’s state championship, coach Casey Orr said. The Whippets open Aug. 21 against Richland.
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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five disaster service centers at noon Aug. 18 to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur in June, the agency said.
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Women gathered in Jackson for the Women Inspire Women Luncheon to elevate mindsets, foster community and raise money for breast cancer awareness, organizers said.
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Commentators Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said Mississippi State’s first preseason scrimmage raised questions about whether the roster can sustain aggressive play calling by Jeff Lebby and Zach Arnett.
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Scott Colom, a Democrat and district attorney from Mississippi, is attempting to defeat Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, a feat not achieved since 1942. His campaign faces long odds in a heavily Republican state.
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The Corinth Elks Lodge contributed $4,100 to the NEMCC FFA Alumni during the third annual Bobby Wayne Memorial Dart Tournament, honoring the late land-loving enthusiast.
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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five Disaster Service Centers at noon Tuesday to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, the agency said.
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Forecasters say the heat wave will persist through Wednesday with afternoon heat index values between 105 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler conditions and lower heat indices are expected by next weekend.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee warned in a social media post that oppressive heat will return tomorrow and urged residents to limit outdoor time, use air conditioning and stay hydrated.
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