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Case manager explains how safe haven helps with domestic abuse
SUMMARY: Safe Haven, a Mississippi non-profit organization, offers emergency shelter and crisis intervention for domestic violence victims and their children. With one in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. experiencing intimate partner violence, Safe Haven provides support for up to 30 days, assisting clients with housing, obtaining vital documents, and connecting them to counseling services. Domestic Violence Case Manager Patrice Butts highlights signs of abuse, including physical and mental control, financial manipulation, and isolation. The organization receives several calls daily, emphasizing the critical need for resources and support for those affected by domestic violence.
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Mid-October chill the next few days – Home – WCBI TV
SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi, is experiencing chilly mornings and cool afternoons, with high temperatures only reaching the 60s on Wednesday due to a cold air influx and a north breeze. Overnight temperatures are expected to drop into the 30s, with patchy frost possible. As we move towards the weekend, conditions will improve with continued sunshine, leading to less chilly mornings and warmer afternoons. By Sunday, highs could reach the upper 70s, with low 80s projected for early next week.
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Man accused of firing shots at 18-wheeler driver in Jackson injured in officer-involved shooting
SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, a suspect was injured during an officer-involved shooting after allegedly firing at an 18-wheeler driver on I-220. The incident arose following an accident involving two 18-wheelers. According to police, the suspect, in a stolen vehicle, exited and began shooting at a driver. Officers pursued him to McCain Avenue, where he brandished a weapon at narcotics detectives, prompting them to return fire, injuring him in the lower extremities. The suspect is recovering, and no officers were hurt. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is now looking into the shooting.
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Mississippi lawmakers hold hearing on TANF reform
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate and Democratic Caucuses met to address the misuse of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds, revealing that over $160 million is available while only 1,600 families are served despite approximately 200,000 children living in poverty. Mississippi Department of Human Services Executive Director Bob Anderson suggested a $60 increase in monthly assistance to $320, while Rep. Robert Johnson advocated for raising it to $500-$550 for a family of three. The caucus also discussed making the application process for these funds more accessible to families in need.
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