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Columbus Police’s newly re-formed SWAT team began its first phase of training

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1 year ago

July 28, 2023

www.wcbi.com – Winston Reed – 2023-07-28 15:37:38

SUMMARY: The Columbus Police Department in Mississippi has revived its SWAT team in response to the nationwide rise in mass shootings. The newly re-formed team began their first phase of training this week, conducting drills on the campus of Mississippi University for Women. The team will be working on their training throughout the summer and fall. The use of vacant buildings on the campus provides more realistic training scenarios. The chief of police, Joseph Daughtry, believes that in the current law enforcement environment, teams like this are a necessity to protect citizens and handle high-risk situations such as aggravated assault or murder.

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6 hours ago

November 17, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-17 18:46:00

SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man found dead at the Trails at Northpointe apartment complex. The victim left his mother’s home around 1:00 p.m. on November 17 to wash her vehicle and was discovered about 30 minutes later near a silver Mitsubishi Outlander, having been shot multiple times. Currently, there are no suspects in the case. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

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Two wanted after 6-year-old girl shot in Jackson

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10 hours ago

November 17, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-17 14:25:00

SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, police are searching for two suspects involved in a shooting that injured a six-year-old girl on November 17. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Pyle Avenue, where officers found multiple shell casings. Detective Tommie Brown reported that the child sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Authorities believe the suspects were targeting an individual at the scene. Although no arrests have been made, potential persons of interest have been identified. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Jackson Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

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Will heating bills be higher in Mississippi this winter?

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13 hours ago

November 17, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Alix Martichoux – 2024-11-17 11:21:00

SUMMARY: The Energy Information Administration predicts most U.S. households will spend the same or less on energy this winter compared to last year. However, colder temperatures are expected, particularly in northern states, potentially increasing gas and electricity costs. States like Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Illinois, and Kansas may see natural gas bills rise by $10 to $15 monthly. Meanwhile, households in states such as Alaska, Utah, and Oregon may save on gas costs. Homes using electricity for heating could see a slight increase of about 2%, with regional variations in natural gas prices anticipated across the country.

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