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Break in the humidity to start the week – Home – WCBI TV

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2 days ago

July 1, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Isaac Williams – 2024-07-01 04:11:39

SUMMARY: Hot air will persist in Columbus, Mississippi, starting the week, but humidity will briefly decrease. Monday will see highs in the 90s without excessive humidity, despite some big storms on Sunday. Monday night will feel more pleasant, with temperatures dropping to the middle and upper 60s. The rest of the week will feature temperatures in the mid-90s, with increased humidity starting mid-week. Tuesday may be the hottest day in the upper 90s, followed by highs of 93-96 degrees and heat indices near 105°. Scattered showers are expected from Thursday afternoon into the weekend.

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Stolen vehicles recovered in Jackson salvage yard

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3 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Cameron Smith – 2024-07-02 22:27:02

SUMMARY: Several stolen vehicles were recovered on July 2 in Jackson, Mississippi. Jackson Police and the Auto Task Force, comprising Jackson and Capitol police, responded to a call received around 11:00 a.m. They tracked a stolen vehicle to Auto Plus Towing and Salvage Yard on College Hill Drive and found more stolen vehicles there. Two of the vehicles were stolen from Brookhaven and seven from Jackson. Authorities may recover additional stolen vehicles as the investigation continues. Captain Warren Hull of the Jackson Police Department noted ongoing investigations, and a suspect has been identified for questioning, though no further details were provided.

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Humidity returns

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7 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-07-02 18:23:29

SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi, faces a resurgence of heat and humidity, with heat warnings and advisories in effect. Overnight lows on Tuesday will be in the mid-70s due to increased moisture. On Wednesday, temperatures will peak in the mid-90s, with heat indices above 105°F, and heat advisories active from 10 AM to 8 PM. Isolated showers are possible by late afternoon. From Thursday to Sunday, isolated to scattered showers and storms are expected each afternoon with highs in the 90s and heat indices near 105°F. Overnight lows will remain in the low to mid-70s, typical for July.

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Railroad worker finds body in Lowndes County – Home – WCBI TV

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7 hours ago

July 2, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-07-02 18:18:42

SUMMARY: A railroad worker discovered a deceased man alongside a railroad track on Smith Road, Lowndes County, on Tuesday afternoon. Lowndes County Sheriff Eddie Hawkins, deputies, and Coroner Greg Merchant are investigating. The body was found near a makeshift shelter containing food and clothing. Sheriff Hawkins stated that there is no evidence of foul play or trauma, suggesting that extreme heat may have contributed to the man's death. The victim's identity is being withheld pending family notification. The investigation remains ongoing.

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