A Mississippi town moves a Confederate monument that became a shrouded eyesore
A Mississippi town has taken down a Confederate monument that stood on the courthouse square since 1910 — a figure that was tightly wrapped in tarps the past four years, symbolizing the community’s enduring division over how to commemorate the past.
Voters view Harris more favorably as she settles into role atop Democratic ticket: AP-NORC poll
Until recently, Lillian Dunsmuir of Bullhead City, Arizona, “didn’t really think about” Kamala Harris and had no opinion of the vice president. But now she likes what she’s seeing.
House rejects temporary funding bill to avoid government shutdown
The House on Wednesday rejected Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposal that would have linked temporary funding for the federal government with a mandate that states require proof of citizenship when people register to vote.
Iranian hackers tried but failed to interest Biden’s campaign in stolen Trump info, FBI says
Iranian hackers sought to interest President Joe Biden’s campaign in information stolen from rival Donald Trump’s campaign, sending unsolicited emails to people associated with the then-Democratic candidate in an effort to interfere in the 2024 election, the FBI and other federal agencies said Wednesday.
Threats and assassination attempts come with the office Donald Trump once held and is seeking again
Former President Donald Trump, following an apparent assassination attempt on him on Sunday, claimed that overheated rhetoric from Democrats was responsible for him being under threat.
Justice Department opens civil rights probe into sheriff’s office after torture of 2 Black men
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into a Mississippi sheriff’s department whose officers tortured two Black men in a racist attack that included beatings, repeated use of stun guns and assaults with a sex toy before one of the victims was shot in the mouth, officials said Thursday.
No injuries after LCSD bus was rear-ended Thursday
A Lowndes County School District bus was rear-ended Thursday morning, marking the fourth time a school bus in the Golden Triangle was involved in an accident since the start of the school year.
W nursing students get head start at BMH through new apprenticeship program
Denier Dismukes hasn’t always wanted to be a nurse.
Thunderbirds touch down in anticipation of weekend air show
The Thunderbirds have touched down at the Columbus Air Force Base, arriving Thursday afternoon before headlining this weekend’s Thunder Over Columbus air show.
Americans can now renew passports online and bypass cumbersome paper applications
Americans can now renew their passports online, bypassing a cumbersome mail-in paper application process that often caused delays.
Teamsters union declines to endorse Trump or Harris for president
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters declined Wednesday to endorse Kamala Harris or Donald Trump for president, saying neither candidate had sufficient support from the 1.3 million-member union.
Mississippi program aims to connect jailed people to mental health services
A new program in Mississippi is designed to help people who need mental health care services while they are jailed and facing felony charges.
Radio Nikki: Haley launching a weekly SiriusXM radio talk show at least through January
Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is launching her own radio talk show next week on SiriusXM that’s set to air once a week at least through the inauguration of a new president.
FAA investigating after Delta passengers report bleeding ears and noses
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after a Delta Air Lines flight with cabin pressure issues left some passengers with bleeding eardrums, headaches and bloody noses.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate by sizable half-point, signaling end to its inflation fight
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates that helped tame inflation but also made borrowing painfully expensive for American consumers.
The Secret Service again faces scrutiny after another gunman targets Trump
For the second time in more than two months, the Secret Service that protects the highest echelon of American leaders is under scrutiny — this time after a gunman hid in the shrubs along the fence of former President Donald Trump’s golf course for 12 hours.
The FBI is investigating suspicious packages sent to election officials in more than 15 states
The FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on Tuesday were investigating the origin of suspicious packages that have been sent to or received by elections officials in more than 15 states, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or that any of the packages contained hazardous material.
Mary Means Business: Allegro Plaza OB/GYN prepares for ribbon cutting
Allegro Plaza is hosting a ribbon-cutting for its recent expansion.
Black Prairie Blues Festival returns to West Point for 26th year
Downtown is about to be filled with blues for the weekend, if the Black Prairie Blues Museum has anything to say about it.
Board denies extended hours for Bird Scooters, citing safety concerns
Bird scooters are not available for use after 11 p.m., and that won’t change any time soon.