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Hurricane Beryl forecast to become a Category 4 storm as it nears southeast Caribbean

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4 days ago

June 30, 2024

www.wjtv.com – DÁNICA COTO, Associated Press – 2024-06-30 07:53:31

SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl is predicted to strengthen into a Category 4 storm as it approaches the southeast Caribbean. Government officials have urged people in affected areas, including Barbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, to seek shelter. The hurricane is expected to bring life-threatening winds, storm surge, and heavy rain. Beryl is an unusually strong and early storm, breaking multiple records and intensifying rapidly. Caribbean nations are preparing for its impact, with Barbados shutting down businesses and airports. The 2024 hurricane season is forecast to be above average, with up to 25 named storms and several major hurricanes expected.

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Smith County man charged in murder-for-hire plot

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50 mins ago

July 4, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-04 09:43:49

SUMMARY: A Smith County man, Randall Hutchinson, was arrested on June 23 for a murder-for-hire plot. Sheriff Joel Houston stated Hutchinson attempted to flee town and had contracted an individual to kill two Smith County residents for $12,000, supplying them with a firearm, gloves, and ammunition. Swift actions by investigators prevented the potentially tragic outcome. Hutchinson faces two felony charges for attempted murder and his bond is set at $100,000. The sheriff assured there is no ongoing threat to public safety, and the case is now with the District Attorney's Office for prosecution. The investigation is still ongoing.

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One arrested, one wanted for fatal North Jackson shooting

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3 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-04 07:57:34

SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, a 19-year-old named Cameron Lee has been arrested by the Jackson Police Department (JPD) and charged with murder following a homicide in North Jackson. Police are also searching for another suspect, 19-year-old Martraviois Douglas, known as 55.6 Snupe, in connection to the same shooting as well as a separate murder case. The victim, Roitavious Greenfield, was shot multiple times on Lake Trace Circle and pronounced dead at a hospital. Anyone with information is urged to contact JPD or Crime Stoppers.

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Hot 4th of July with some scattered PM storms – Home – WCBI TV

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6 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Isaac Williams – 2024-07-04 04:39:37

SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi is experiencing dangerous heat indices, with temperatures expected to reach the middle 90s and heat indices ranging from 105 to 115 degrees. Heat advisories and warnings are in place. Isolated to scattered showers and storms are expected during peak heating hours on the 4th of July, clearing by evening. Higher rain chances are predicted for Friday as a front approaches, bringing scattered to numerous afternoon showers and storms. The weekend looks mostly dry with drier air reducing humidity. Next week will see highs in the lower 90s and a 30-40% chance for afternoon storms, with potential moisture from Beryl.

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