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Thousands of US, UK delivery, ride-hailing drivers stop work on Valentine’s Day

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9 months ago

February 14, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Associated Press – 2024-02-14 12:23:21

SUMMARY: Thousands of ride-hailing and delivery workers in the U.S. and the U.K. went on strike on Valentine’s Day, calling for higher pay and improved working conditions. In the U.S., Uber and Lyft drivers planned daylong strikes in multiple cities, and U.K. delivery drivers for Uber Eats, Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Stuart turned off their apps and refused deliveries. Workers expressed dissatisfaction with their pay and conditions, with many saying that one day of strike action may not be enough to make a financial impact on the companies. Ride-hailing companies argue that they already pay a fair wage and have an appeals process in place for deactivations.

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Vicksburg man charged with assaulting woman in domestic dispute

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51 mins ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-02 11:33:00

SUMMARY: In Vicksburg, Mississippi, a domestic assault led to the hospitalization of a man and woman on November 2. Police were alerted by Merit Health River Region after a 28-year-old man, Daron Evans, arrived with a stab wound. Authorities dispatched to the scene found the woman, who had also been assaulted. After receiving treatment, Evans was arrested and charged with aggravated assault domestic violence; he is held without bond until his court appearance. The woman is in stable condition at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. An investigation is ongoing.

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Cloudy and humid weekend – Home – WCBI TV

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2 hours ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Sadie Morris – 2024-11-02 10:13:00

SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, humid and cloudy weather is expected, with temperatures remaining above average in the lower 80s for the upcoming week. Rain is forecasted for Election Day on Tuesday, continuing into the week with isolated showers likely. This Saturday will see patchy fog in the morning, clearing by midday, with a high around 80 degrees. Sunday will bring similar humidity, with a high in the lower 80s and mild overnight lows in the mid-60s. Throughout the week, expect persistent clouds and humidity alongside mild temperatures.

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Sports Zone Saturday: A must-win weekend for Mississippi's college football teams

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3 hours ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Blake Levine – 2024-11-02 09:43:00

SUMMARY: College football is back in Mississippi for the 2024 season, with a lineup of exciting games this Saturday. The Sports Zone team will provide special coverage from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on WJTV 12 News. Notable matchups include No. 19 Ole Miss visiting Arkansas at 11:00 a.m. CT on ESPN, while Mississippi State celebrates Homecoming against UMass at 3:15 p.m. CT on the SEC Network. Jackson State hosts UAPB for their Homecoming game at 2:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+, and Alcorn State travels to face Alabama State at 4:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+. Southern Miss has a bye week.

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