Rockies rookie Cole Carrigg benched after flipping off Braves fans
Colorado Rockies rookie outfielder Cole Carrigg was benched after flipping off Atlanta Braves fans during Saturday’s game at Truist Park, according to team officials.
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North Carolina mother plans insanity defense in son’s death, drawing parallels to Lindsay Clancy case
Andrea Faust, charged with murder in the death of her 3-year-old son, intends to use insanity and diminished capacity defenses, prompting discussions about mental health defenses in criminal cases.
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Baby Goats From Traveling Petting Zoo Test Positive for Rabies in North Carolina
North Carolina health officials say baby goats exhibited by Farm Adventures from July 28 through Aug. 27 tested positive for rabies and urged anyone who had contact with the animals to notify their local health department.
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Federal Colorado River plan reduces Arizona water; cities say bills will rise
A new federal plan will cut Arizona’s Colorado River deliveries, federal officials said. City leaders say supplies will hold but the cost of keeping taps flowing will push water bills higher.
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Body of 46-year-old recovered after Grand Canyon flash flood, park service says
The National Park Service said Sunday night the body of a 46-year-old man was recovered after a major flash flood at the Grand Canyon. About 15 people remained missing or unaccounted for, the agency said.
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Trucks of the Dirty South held one-of-a-kind show in Jackson
A car and truck show hosted by Trucks of the Dirty South in Jackson drew enthusiasts from across the region and showcased a mix of antique and modern vehicles, WJTV reported.
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Four arrested after shooting in Marion County
Four people were taken into custody after a shooting Sunday afternoon in the Bethel Church community in Marion County, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies responded to multiple 911 calls reporting the shooting near Sims Lane at about 1:20 p.m. Aug. 30, 2026.
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Jaylon Tolbert accounts for six touchdowns as Alcorn State routs Miles 56-7
Jaylon Tolbert threw for five touchdowns and ran for another to lead Alcorn State to a dominant season-opening victory over Miles, 56-7.
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Ole Miss launches Heisman campaign for Chambliss, Lacy with Times Square and Sphere displays
Ole Miss is promoting quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and running back Kewan Lacy as Heisman contenders with digital displays in Times Square and on the Las Vegas Sphere, the school said.
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Mississippi State Enters Game Week With Questions, Analysts Say
After a long offseason, analysts Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone say lingering questions remain about the 2026 Mississippi State Bulldogs as final days before kickoff arrive.
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Parents urged to raise children with intentionality amid digital age
Child advocates emphasize the importance of intentional parenting and setting boundaries to protect kids from digital influences, citing recent legal settlements and personal strategies.
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Scott Colom faces long odds in Mississippi Senate race against Cindy Hyde-Smith
Despite challenging historical trends, Democrat Scott Colom has a slim but possible path to unseat incumbent Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi’s upcoming midterm election, according to political analysts.
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One person killed every 44 minutes in drunk-driving crashes in 2024, NHTSA says
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said one person was killed every 44 minutes in drunk-driving crashes in 2024. Local law enforcement agencies are joining a national enforcement campaign through Labor Day to deter impaired driving.
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Stone County disaster service center moves to Wiggins on Aug. 31
The Disaster Service Center for Tropical Storm Arthur/DR-4930-MS in Stone County will relocate to the Mississippi State Medical Needs Shelter in Wiggins on Monday, Aug. 31, officials said.
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Heat advisory issued for parts of Tennessee, Arkansas, Missouri and Mississippi
The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that rising humidity will push heat index values to dangerous levels and issued a Heat Advisory from noon to 8 p.m. Monday for parts of four states.
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Hot Temperatures to Continue; Heat Index Could Exceed 105
Forecasters say daily highs in the mid-90s to around 100 are expected for the next seven days, and rising humidity could push heat index values to 105 or higher in some areas as early as Monday.
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Woman accused in husband’s death says he fell; police cite autopsy
Alison Davis told investigators she woke to find her husband, Kevin Davis, face down in a pool of blood and that he had fallen down the stairs. Authorities say an autopsy led them to a different conclusion.
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Officers did not search room with guard dog after man found dying, police say
Kevin Davis was found dying at the foot of the stairs in his Indiana home. Police initially treated it as an accident and did not search the room where a secured pit bull mix was kept, authorities said.
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Rep. Joyce Beatty questions Trump administration’s threat to demolish Kennedy Center
Congresswoman Joyce Beatty expressed skepticism Saturday about President Trump’s administration potentially demolishing the Kennedy Center, citing ongoing legal challenges.
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El-Sayed apologizes to Jewish Democrats for synagogue comment
Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said Saturday he made a mistake after comments tied to an earlier attack on a Detroit-area synagogue, telling members of the Michigan Democratic Jewish Caucus he regretted them.
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