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Democrat Ty Pinkins is outspent as he tries to unseat Republican Sen. Roger Wicker in Mississippi
SUMMARY: Democrat Ty Pinkins is campaigning to unseat Republican U.S. Senator Roger Wicker in Mississippi, a challenging task in a state with no Democratic Senate representation since 1989. Pinkins, a military veteran and attorney, has garnered limited financial support and endorsement, even from prominent Democrats like Rep. Bennie Thompson. He emphasizes economic equity and reproductive rights in his campaign, claiming to jog about 900 miles to raise awareness. In contrast, Wicker has raised significantly more funds and focuses on military expansion. The campaign showcases stark differences in political ideologies and priorities, particularly on issues like abortion rights.
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SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the deadline for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to find an approved U.S. buyer. This decision follows the removal of TikTok from app stores due to a federal law requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban, citing national security concerns. Trump’s order would delay the law’s restrictions, offering ByteDance more time to negotiate a sale. Despite challenges, including TikTok’s legal disputes, Trump emphasized the app’s potential value and the importance of keeping it operational in the U.S.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (January 17-19), Mississippi offers a variety of events. Highlights include the JSU Tiger Parade of Champions in Jackson, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, and several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. The Bridgid Ferguson Trio and Storytelling Festival also take place in Jackson, along with exhibits like “Of Salt and Spirit.” In Vicksburg, enjoy the Winter Youth Rodeo and Peruvian Delights Wine Dinner, while Natchez hosts a Krewe of Phoenix Ball and a Farmers Market. The Pine Belt features Artrageous in Hattiesburg and karaoke in Laurel. Other events include jazz, comedy, and live performances across the region.
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SUMMARY: Joe Biden’s presidency aimed to “restore the soul” of America post-Trump, but despite bipartisan legislative successes and international alliances, he struggled to change the political landscape. Four years after defeating Trump, Biden faced electoral defeat as Trump made a political comeback. Polls show only a quarter view Biden favorably, even lower than Trump during his presidency. Although Biden touted achievements in infrastructure and economic recovery, rising costs and inflation eroded public support. As he prepares to leave office, questions persist about his legacy and the permanence of the political shift towards populism, leaving Biden’s ambitions unfulfilled.
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Tracking weekend rain and chances for wintry weather
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Tracking wintry weather potential
Southeast Louisiana officials brace for freezing temperatures
Speed limit reduced on State Route 109 in Wilson County
ULM students weigh in on Tik Tok ban
Austin weather: Road conditions near Bastrop | FOX 7 Austin
FIRST ALERT: Snow in South Mississippi will continue to fall
Snow in Houston: Utilities expert shares advice on power outages amid winter storm warning
GMSA+ : Jan 21, 2025
New Orleans Weather Impact: Snowfall across Southeast Louisiana
Cold air arrives and will continue
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed5 days agoGeorgia senator arrested for trying to defy ban on entering House chamber
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News from the South - Florida News Feed6 days agoSpeaker Johnson removes chair of powerful House Intelligence Committee
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed7 days agoRCSO terminates and charges deputy for theft, felony violation of oath of office
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed5 days agoU-Haul: South Carolina the fastest growing state in the country
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed4 days agoTracking weekend rain and chances for wintry weather
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News from the South - Tennessee News Feed3 days ago‘Don’t lose hope’: More than 100 Tennesseans protest incoming Trump administration
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed4 days agoTracking wintry weather potential
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News from the South - Louisiana News Feed4 days agoSoutheast Louisiana officials brace for freezing temperatures