Jordan Walker beats Kyle Schwarber with walk-off homer to win 2026 Home Run Derby
St. Louis’ Jordan Walker hit a walk-off home run to edge Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber 12-11 and win Monday’s 2026 Home Run Derby under a new MLB format.
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FBI and Atlanta Police crack down on unauthorized drones near World Cup venues
Authorities are deploying drones and enforcing flight restrictions ahead of the World Cup semifinals at Atlanta Stadium. Officials aim to prevent potential security threats from unauthorized drone activity.
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Jordan Walker hits six straight to win Home Run Derby, first Cardinal champ
Jordan Walker homered on his last six swings to overtake Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber and became the first St. Louis Cardinal to win the Home Run Derby, according to MLB.
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France vs. Spain opens star-studded World Cup semifinals
France meets Spain in the opening semifinal of the expanded World Cup, a setup FIFA said resulted from a new seeding system that placed top teams in opposite corners and produced two heavyweight matchups.
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Josh Hubbard Seeks Redemption in Senior Season at Mississippi State
Sharpshooter Josh Hubbard enters his senior season seeking redemption after experiencing his first NCAA Tournament appearance with Mississippi State, according to an interview with Brian Hadad. Hadad discussed what Hubbard learned last season and what he plans to bring in his fourth year to help the Bulldogs return to the postseason.
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Hubbard Says Mississippi State Will Return to NCAA Tournament
Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard told Brian Hadad he does not plan to repeat last season’s absence from the NCAA Tournament, a result the program suffered for the first time under coach Chris Jans.
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Magnolia hospital gets first certificate-of-need exemption under pilot program
Beacham Memorial Hospital in Magnolia received the first certificate-of-need exemption under Mississippi’s Small Community Hospital Pilot Program, State Health Officer Dr. Daniel Edney told the Mississippi State Board of Health. The exemption allows the hospital to convert to an acute care site.
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Mississippi delegation supports bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
The legislation, the first comprehensive housing measure in decades, was approved by Congress with full support from Mississippi’s delegation. It became law without President Trump’s signature amid ongoing political disputes.
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IRS extends tax deadlines to Nov. 2 for five Mississippi counties after May storms
The IRS said residents and businesses in Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln and Wilkinson counties have until Nov. 2 to file certain federal returns and make tax payments after storms that began May 6.
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Jackson bus drivers strike after contract talks collapse
Jackson transit workers walked off the job early Monday after contract negotiations with MV Transportation failed, disrupting services for residents who rely on public transit.
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ICE arrests disrupt lives and businesses in Oxford, Mississippi
Recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests in Oxford have led to community upheaval, with families and businesses affected and limited information provided by authorities, according to reports.
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Family of Mississippi teen urges transparency in investigation of his death
Relatives of Nolan Xavier Wells call for a thorough probe amid concerns over racial bias and unresolved questions surrounding his death on Horn Island.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College posts video as proposed budget threatens adult education funding
The college released a six-minute video featuring adult education students who say the program transformed their lives, and warned that the proposed 2027 federal budget would eliminate WIOA Title II funding, the college said.
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Teachers Face Delays and Challenges with New Education Funds Program
Many teachers across the state are encountering issues with the new ClassWallet program, including delays, limited vendors, and training access, raising concerns about timely fund use.
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Tupelo police host youth archery summer camp
The Tupelo Police Department said its school resource officers hosted a youth archery summer camp this summer where participants learned archery basics and safety.
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Northeast Community College honors nursing instructor with Northeast Way Award
Tracey Barron, a Practical Nursing Program instructor at Northeast Community College, received the Northeast Way Award for her dedication to students and community impact.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College to host Tiger Band Camp Aug. 3-6
Northeast Mississippi Community College said it will welcome the 2026-27 Northeast Tiger Band for a week of rehearsals, meals and activities Aug. 3-6 and urged attendees to take heat-safety precautions.
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MDOT, FHWA to hold public meeting on U.S. 80 improvements in Brandon
The Mississippi Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration will host an open forum July 14 in Brandon to discuss proposed work on U.S. 80, officials said.
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Made in Mercy: How Our Headlines Call the Church to Work, Justice and Neighbor Love
This week’s headlines — from products made by prison labor to neighbors pulling people from floodwaters, threatened transit strikes and a child’s unexplained death — form a moral map for faithful action.
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Prediction market users wager more than $197 million on midterms, NBC says
Users have placed over $197 million in bets on midterm election outcomes on prediction market platforms, according to an NBC News analysis.
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