Former Mississippi State Senator John Polk Dies at 77
John Polk, a former state senator and businessman from Hattiesburg, has died at age 77, according to Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann. Polk served in the Mississippi Senate from 2012 to 2026.
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Two arrested in Tupelo commercial building burglary
Police said Reid M. Raines, 27, and Olivia S. Adams, 21, were arrested after a West Main Street storage building was reported burglarized on July 10. A judge set bond at $10,000 each and the case will go to a Lee County grand jury.
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Guntown man charged with 1st-degree murder after shooting victim dies, police say
Chad D. Burleson, 30, was arrested July 18 and initially charged with aggravated assault. The charge was upgraded to first-degree murder after the victim died, the Tupelo Police Department said.
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Meet the Tigers set for Aug. 18 at Tiger Stadium, organizers say
Organizers said Meet the Tigers will be held Aug. 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Tiger Stadium. They said the event will introduce athletes preparing for the upcoming season and celebrate school traditions.
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Northeast to hold active-shooter drill at Patterson Hall
Northeast said it will partner with the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office and the Booneville Police Department for active-shooter training July 21 and July 22. The school warned of an increased law enforcement presence and said there is no threat to campus.
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Haleigh Leach says affordability, community drew her to Northeast
Haleigh Leach said affordability brought her to Northeast, and that campus involvement and Phi Theta Kappa scholarships helped her continue her education, Leach said.
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Forecasters warn of severe storms tomorrow night as heat continues
Forecasters say a marginal and a slight risk for severe weather is expected tomorrow evening through early Wednesday, with damaging winds and heavy rain the primary threats. Heat headlines will continue through tomorrow.
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Dangerous heat expected across Mississippi through July 22
Forecasters said heat indices could reach 110 to 115 degrees in the Delta and up to 110 degrees elsewhere, and officials urged residents to stay hydrated and avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles.
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MEMA: Tropical Depression Two expected to become tropical storm; flash flooding possible through Friday
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said Tropical Depression Two is expected to become a tropical storm later today and could bring flash flooding to the Gulf Coast and southern Mississippi through Friday.
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Disabled patients face Medicaid denials as IT systems falter, KFF Health News reports
KFF Health News reported that complex computer systems that determine Medicaid eligibility have long had errors and are being overwhelmed by changes to comply with a Trump-era law.
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Mississippi Highway Patrol members excel at Lawfit 2026 competition
Members of the Mississippi Highway Patrol achieved top finishes in various events at Lawfit 2026, highlighting their athleticism and team strength.
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Two Colombian nationals arrested after stolen Mercedes linked to Hawthorne carjacking, sheriff says
Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies arrested two men after an automated license plate reader tracked a 2015 Mercedes-Benz reported stolen during a July 11 carjacking, the sheriff’s department said.
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Buena Vista water shut off during CR 703 line repair
The Buena Vista Water Department says it has shut off water service in the Buena Vista area while crews repair a busted line on CR 703. The department estimates the work will take about 60 to 90 minutes.
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Cherishing Compassion in a Time of Uncertainty
Amidst troubling headlines about health, justice, and environmental challenges, our faith calls us to embody Christ’s compassion and seek divine guidance for moral clarity.
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U.S. resumes strikes on Iran after service member killed in Iraq
U.S. Central Command said Saturday it began a new wave of strikes against Iran at 7 p.m. ET after one service member was killed in Iraq, marking the ninth consecutive night of strikes.
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Shah drops out of Maine Democratic Senate primary
Nirav Shah, the former Maine CDC director, announced Sunday that he was ending his run in the Democratic Senate primary, a day after addressing delegates in Augusta.
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Giant Eagle to cut prices on more than 300 products, Trump says
President Donald Trump announced that regional grocer Giant Eagle will reduce prices on over 300 items this summer to address affordability concerns.
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Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher to Mavericks
After two seasons in Atlanta, former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in a deal that also sent Lu Dort to the Hawks, OutKick reported.
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McGregor says torn ACL and meniscus ended UFC 329 return
Conor McGregor revealed on X that he tore the ACL and meniscus in his right knee during his July 11 loss to Max Holloway, calling the diagnosis “quite shocking” and saying he expects to aim for a return by next summer.
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Jennifer Lopez says small domestic gestures are what she finds ‘sexy’
Jennifer Lopez told an audience in Taormina, Sicily, that making the bed and washing dishes are more attractive than luxury items, and discussed personal growth after her 2024 divorce.
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