SUMMARY: Showers and storms developed in Columbus, MS, this afternoon, expected to continue into the evening before drier conditions resume later in the week. Wednesday night may see rain and thunderstorms ending by midnight, with temperatures dropping to the low to mid-70s. Thursday could have isolated showers with highs near 90°F. Friday is predicted to be mostly dry with highs in the low to mid-90s. The weekend will see highs in the mid to upper 90s, with scattered showers and storms likely on Sunday. Early next week brings a return of drier and hotter weather.

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SUMMARY: New Mississippi legislation, effective July 1st, includes House Bill 349, banning trucks and SUVs with lifted front fenders higher than four inches above the back, addressing safety concerns. Despite introducing 2100 bills, only 225 became law. Controversial HB1409, a criminal justice reform bill benefiting over 40,000 voters, died in the Senate, but House Bill 64 allows incarcerated individuals to vote unless convicted of disenfranchising crimes. Public schools will receive $250 million from the new Mississippi Student Funding Formula. Walker's Law criminalizes sextortion with up to 15 years in prison. House Bill 1323 removes the statute of limitations on sexual abuse crimes against the elderly and vulnerable.

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SUMMARY: Starting July 1, the jurisdiction of Capitol police in Jackson, Mississippi, will expand, enhancing their presence in the Jackson-metro area. The Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) boundaries will stretch north to Northside Drive, east to the Pearl River's bank, west to Ellis Avenue, and south to Interstate 20. The expansion includes three Jackson Public Schools and the Kroger off Interstate 55. Although collaboration between law enforcement agencies has raised concerns, Mississippi DPS Commissioner Sean Tindell assures a smooth transition. The Capitol police force aims to grow to 220-240 officers, enhancing public safety and community confidence in the city.

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