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Man pleads guilty to drive-by shooting at Mississippi community college
SUMMARY: Bryan Cameron, Jr., a 21-year-old man, pled guilty to multiple charges related to a drive-by shooting at Southwest Mississippi Community College that occurred on September 9, 2021. His charges include one count of drive-by shooting, three counts of shooting into an automobile, conspiracy to commit drive-by shooting, possession of a firearm on school property, and criminal gang activity. Initially 18 during the incident, Cameron faces a potential sentence of up to 68 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections. His sentencing is scheduled for September 16, 2024, at 11:30 a.m.
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Mississippi roads closed due to flash flooding from Francine
SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Francine is weakening as it moves through Mississippi, causing flash flooding particularly in the Jackson area. Reports highlight flooding on Mill Street and other locations, prompting closures including U.S. 80 at Gulde Road. Thousands in Mississippi are without power due to downed lines. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has activated emergency operations to clear affected roadways. Travelers are advised against driving through flooded areas and reminded to prioritize safety in severe weather conditions. MDOT workers are on alert to respond as conditions permit.
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Thousands of Mississippians without power as Francine moves through state
SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Francine was downgraded as it moved through Mississippi, causing significant power outages across the state. Over 57,000 customers were reported without power, primarily along the Mississippi Coast and the Pine Belt region. Notably, Dixie Electric indicated that more than 4,200 customers faced outages. Updates from several counties showed varying numbers of outages, such as Jones County with 2,884 and Forrest with 274. The storm’s impact led to school closures, and residents are advised to monitor updates on the weather and power restoration efforts.
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Francine moves inland after causing flooding, blackouts
SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Francine, which made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane, has left over 275,000 homes and businesses without power and raised flood fears, especially in New Orleans. As it weakened and moved north towards Mississippi, it was expected to drop 4 to 12 inches of rain across several states. Louisiana’s Governor activated the National Guard for potential rescue efforts. Although no immediate injuries or fatalities were reported, windy conditions and torrential rain resulted in significant disruptions. President Biden authorized emergency aid to support recovery efforts in impacted areas.
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