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Anthony Richardson completed 11 of 14 passes in the first half but threw an interception and fumbled, leaving his place on the Colts’ depth chart uncertain.
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Federal officials said they have opened an inquiry into prediction markets that let users bet on what people say, citing concerns the platforms may attract manipulators.
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Senate Democrats are questioning the conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed in the Middle East for 250 days. The defense secretary dismissed reports of poor conditions.
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Mississippi State coach Brian O’Connor told reporter Brian Hadad he is moving full speed into his second season after a first year that produced highs and lows. Hadad reported O’Connor discussed the transfer portal, his assessment of year one and sophomore Jacob Parker.
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Writer Brian Hadad compared Mississippi State’s depth charts from Jeff Lebby’s first season to his third, breaking down position-by-position changes to assess roster development.
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The Congressional Black Caucus has urged the Justice Department to independently review the circumstances surrounding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, more than a month after his disappearance on Horn Island, Mississippi.
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The Department of Interior’s latest Gulf lease sale raised $82.7 million in high bids, exceeding previous sales but falling short of December’s total. Major oil companies participated in the auction.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation is increasing funding for debris monitoring following more storm debris than initially estimated from Winter Storm Fern. The storm caused widespread damage in January.
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Nolan Wells’ family and advocates are demanding greater transparency amid ongoing questions about his death, which remains under investigation. Attorneys and community leaders are calling for answers and accountability.
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A justice court judge found Alderman Charlie Earl Simmons guilty of harassing, stalking and assaulting city employees and ordered him to stay away from the deputy city clerk, court records show.
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U.S. District Judge Sharion Aycock denied a request to redraw judicial district lines that plaintiffs said would affect DeSoto County voters, saying a change so close to the November election would be improper.
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State Auditor Shad White said special agents arrested former Columbus City Councilman Joseph Mickens Jr. and contractor Marcus Dawson on allegations they rigged bids to steer city contracts and laundered payments.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College said its Roar & Explore event brought people to campus, helping them find their place, meet new friends and get involved, the school said in a social media post.
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The Mississippi Department of Transportation says both directions of State Route 427 in Leake County will close Monday, Aug. 24, for a bridge replacement and remain closed until about spring 2027. A multi-route detour will send traffic through Philadelphia, Mississippi.
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Forecasters say heat indices may reach 115 degrees in some areas and the hottest hours will be late morning through the afternoon. Officials urged residents to limit outdoor activity and take precautions.
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Joey Dale Dearman, 51, received a 15-year, day-for-day sentence after pleading guilty to fondling a minor in Prentiss County. The sentence was handed down in Lee County Circuit Court.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, says extreme heat warnings and advisories remain in effect through 8 p.m. CDT Sunday, with heat index values as high as 113 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, said an Extreme Heat Warning and a Heat Advisory are in effect through 8 p.m. Sunday and warned that rapid-onset drought risk is increasing for late August.
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Mississippi Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey appears on The Extra Mile Podcast to discuss his path to leadership and the evolution and duties of the Capitol Police, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety said.
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On the TigerTalk podcast, President Ford outlined how prospective students can enroll at Northeast for fall 2026, covering applications, financial aid, registration deadlines, online courses and short-term options. The episode also includes updates on athletics, academics and workforce development.
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