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Escaped Mississippi inmate wanted for murder apprehended after standoff in Chicago
SUMMARY: Joshua Zimmerman, a 30-year-old inmate who escaped from the DeSoto County Courthouse in Mississippi, was apprehended after a standoff with law enforcement in Chicago on Wednesday morning. He barricaded himself inside the Seafood Junction restaurant, where he was alone, posing no risk to civilians. Zimmerman had been awaiting extradition to Texas for charges of murder and armed robbery. His escape on June 14 is suspected to involve inside help, as courthouse camera footage was deleted. He will be extradited back to Mississippi for further investigation and is expected to face additional charges.
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Flash flood warning issued for much of central Mississippi
SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Francine, which made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane in Louisiana, is now affecting Mississippi. The storm brought heavy rains and strong winds, moving northward into central Mississippi. Flash flood warnings have been issued for various areas including Jackson, Clinton, and Byram, urging residents to avoid flooded roads. A separate warning also covers parts near the Mississippi River. Additionally, a tropical storm warning is in effect for several counties, indicating that tropical storm-force winds are expected. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring another storm, tropical depression 7, which could strengthen into a tropical storm.
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LIST: Schools closed Thursday, Sept. 12 due to severe weather
SUMMARY: On Thursday, September 12, numerous public and private schools, as well as colleges and universities, are closing due to anticipated severe weather from Hurricane Francine. Notable closures include Adams County Christian School, Belhaven University, and the Jackson Public School District. Some institutions, like Alcorn State University, plan to resume normal operations at noon. Meanwhile, several schools, such as Cathedral School, are shifting to virtual instruction, and others like Columbia School District are delaying start times. The closures affect a wide array of educational institutions across multiple counties, reflecting safety concerns for students and staff.
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Flights canceled at Gulfport, Jackson airports as Hurricane Francine rolls through
SUMMARY: Flights at Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport and Gulfport–Biloxi International Airport in Mississippi have been canceled due to Hurricane Francine, which is bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the region. Travelers are advised to check with airlines such as American, Delta, Southwest, and United for updates on their flights. All flights at Gulfport-Biloxi Airport have been suspended, and residents are urged to stay indoors as tropical storm conditions are expected to continue into Thursday morning. Continuous updates on the weather and travel conditions are being issued as the situation develops.
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