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Plea hearing held for ex-Mississippi officers in assault on 2 Black men

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2023-08-14 08:52:04

SUMMARY: Six former in Rankin County, Mississippi, will appear in court on Monday, August 14, facing charges related to the assault of two black . The officers are expected to enter guilty pleas to charges, their guilty pleas to federal charges on August 3. The state charges against the ex-officers include aggravated assault, home invasion, obstruction of justice, and conspiracy. The officers are accused of bursting into the victims’ home, handcuffing and using a stun gun on them, beating them with a sex object, and shooting one of the men in the mouth. The officers also allegedly used racist slurs during the assault.

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Rain request granted

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-10-31 17:30:00

SUMMARY: On Halloween night in Columbus, Mississippi, showers and storms are expected, prompting advice for to equip with umbrellas while trick-or-treating. Despite the rain, temperatures will remain mild in the mid-60s. Moving into Friday, conditions will be overcast with scattered rain, and highs will reach the upper 70s. The will see a slight warm-up, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid-80s, though some isolated rain and clouds will persist, particularly on Saturday, while Sunday may offer some clearing. Overnight lows are expected in the mid-60s.

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Driver dies after two-vehicle crash in Flowood

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-10-31 17:13:00

SUMMARY: A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred in Flowood, Mississippi, on October 31, just after noon. Involving a Honda Odyssey and a Toyota Camry, both drivers were transported to the . Unfortunately, the driver of the Honda succumbed to his injuries shortly after. The Flowood are currently investigating the cause of the .

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Democrat Ty Pinkins is outspent as he tries to unseat Republican Sen. Roger Wicker in Mississippi

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2024-10-31 16:44:00

SUMMARY: Democrat Ty Pinkins is campaigning to unseat Republican U.S. Senator Roger Wicker in Mississippi, a challenging task in a with no Democratic Senate representation since 1989. Pinkins, a military veteran and attorney, has garnered limited financial and endorsement, even from prominent Democrats like Rep. Bennie Thompson. He emphasizes economic equity and reproductive rights in his campaign, to jog about 900 miles to raise awareness. In contrast, Wicker has raised significantly more funds and focuses on military expansion. The campaign showcases stark differences in political ideologies and priorities, particularly on issues like rights.

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