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Baby dropped off at Baptist Golden Triangle, Police investigate
SUMMARY: Columbus police are investigating the case of a newborn dropped off at Baptist Golden Triangle Hospital on September 27. Chief Joseph Daughtry reported that an unidentified male brought the baby, wrapped in towels, to a nurse. The infant is in good condition, but the mother may require medical attention and remains unaccounted for. Daughtry clarified there is no current evidence supporting claims that the baby was found in a trash bin. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact Columbus police or Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers.
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SUMMARY: Five individuals were arrested following a drug raid by Tupelo police and the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit on September 24. The search of a residence on Crabapple Drive resulted in the seizure of significant quantities of heroin and methamphetamine. Among those arrested were 23-year-old Amber Pope and 26-year-old Andelyn Wheelington, charged with possession of heroin, and 18-year-old Tyra Rogers, charged with possession of heroin with intent to sell and methamphetamine possession. Two others, 31-year-old Arrington Dancy and 29-year-old Jaquette Simmons, face multiple trafficking charges. Bond amounts vary, with Dancy and Simmons held without bond.
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Georgia governor says at least 11 people are dead in his state after Hurricane Helene
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene, a powerful Category 4 storm with winds reaching 140 mph, made landfall in Florida, causing extensive damage and flooding across multiple states. Emergency crews are rescuing those trapped in flooded homes, with at least 17 fatalities reported so far. Over 4 million homes lost power, while coastal areas faced significant storm surges and widespread destruction, especially in the Big Bend region. Helene has now weakened to a tropical storm, moving north. Residents have been advised to evacuate, and curfews were implemented in many areas. The storm also affected parts of Mexico and Cuba before reaching the U.S.
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SUMMARY: A crash occurred on Interstate 55 North at Pearl Street in Jackson, Mississippi, on Friday, September 27, blocking the two left lanes. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reported the lane closure but has not provided information regarding any injuries resulting from the incident. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while authorities respond to the situation. Further updates are expected as the scene is cleared and the investigation progresses.
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