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Social media 'predator catchers' arrested in Mississippi
SUMMARY: Three vloggers, part of a group called the Onsite Predator Task Force, were arrested in South Haven while attempting to expose a man they believed to be a pedophile. They had posed as a 15-year-old girl and confronted him in a Kroger store, live-streaming the incident. After an off-camera altercation, during which one vlogger reportedly slapped the man, police intervened. The vloggers face charges including conspiracy to commit a crime and simple assault. They are seeking to have the charges dropped but remain committed to their mission of exposing predators. An ongoing investigation by police limits available details.
To catch a predator or to catch a charge? Three self-proclaimed “predator catchers” were arrested after orchestrating a sting in Southaven last week. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/social-media-predator-catchers-arrested-in-southaven/article_b66c497a-6a5e-11ef-b55b-e37c9197a177.html
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News from the South - Tennessee News Feed
Murfreesboro equipped with new snowplows
SUMMARY: Murphy’s Boro is enhancing its snow removal capabilities with nearly $100,000 in new equipment, notably eight additional plows, increasing the total to 22. Public Works Director Raymond Hillis highlighted the city’s growth and the need for improved public safety as more streets were added. Crews are currently brining roadways and will soon be equipped to plow snow from previously salt-only trucks. The department, which has expanded from 10 to 50 employees, now operates in shifts to ensure efficient snow removal. Additionally, the city purchased 1,000 tons of rock salt for use during winter weather.
The next time snow blankets Murfreesboro, the city will have nearly $100,000 worth of equipment to better respond.
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How crews are pretreating roads ahead of wintry weather
SUMMARY: As winter weather approaches, crews are preparing to ensure road safety. A small band of snow has already caused slick conditions and crashes on Pellissippi Parkway. Knox County Public Works has mobilized 80 workers to treat roads with a brine solution, which is cost-effective and helps prevent freezing. Starting Wednesday, teams will work 12-hour shifts over two days, covering 1,800 miles. The city of Knoxville will prioritize major routes before moving to smaller ones. Residents are advised to drive carefully, especially in areas where water may be standing on the roads.
Crews are pretreating the roads ahead of possible accumulating snow this week. Here’s what we learned.
News from the South - Tennessee News Feed
Morning Weather (1/7): Quiet and cold
SUMMARY: Good morning! Expect a chilly forecast for the next three days with no weather impact alerts until the end of the week. Winter weather advisories are in effect for higher elevations until 7 AM, and some beautiful snow pictures have emerged from early snow bands. A weather system is expected by Friday, though it’s still four days out, so details like timing and snowfall totals remain uncertain. Confidence is growing that this could be a snow event for East Tennessee, particularly toward Friday evening. We’ll keep monitoring the situation, especially for impact on the weekend. Stay tuned!
The morning weather report for East Tennessee on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
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