Cornyn went to great lengths to avoid Trump’s wrath. The Texas senator lost his seat anyway
As it turned out, it would never be enough.
Attacks from suspicious residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
Every time Vanny Birungi, a volunteer with the Red Cross in eastern Congo, goes out to raise awareness about the latest Ebola outbreak as suspected cases near 1,000, she faces a double threat.
The Verdict: Oktibbeha County criminal dispositions for April 20-May 1
Judge Michelle Easterling ■ Mandrell Juvoe Batts, sale of methamphetamine, 12 years MDOC, seven to serve, five years suspended with probation, two counts of sale
Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
When President Donald Trump’s administration announced last week that it would require green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S., immigration attorney Flavia Santos Lloyd’s phone began ringing off the hook with clients worried about the implications for them.
Woman fired by Indiana university over Charlie Kirk post to receive $225,000 legal settlement
A woman fired by an Indiana university over her Facebook post criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk after he was killed will receive $225,000 to settle a lawsuit that accused her former employer of violating her free-speech rights, the woman’s attorneys said Tuesday.
Trump insists Iran ‘negotiating on fumes’ as he looks for deal to settle conflict and reopen Hormuz
President Donald Trump gathered with his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the war with Iran and asserted that the Iranian side is “negotiating on fumes.”
Trump administration raises US refugee cap, but only for white South Africans
The Trump administration said Tuesday that it will admit an additional 10,000 white South Africans into the U.S. as refugees this year, increasing its historically low annual cap but still blocking people from other countries from entering through the program.
Divers find 5 villagers alive in a flooded cave in Laos after more than a week trapped in darkness
Five villagers who became trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos more than a week ago have been found alive by divers who discovered them sitting on a rock in the darkness, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are still missing.
What’s next after CINCO?
In the more than two decades since its founding, the Golden Triangle Development LINK has helped clear thousands of acres of land for industrial development, bringing millions in industry to the region, creating nearly five Megasites and thousands of jobs.
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow use of congressional map helping GOP, despite racial bias ruling
Alabama on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to allow it to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, despite a lower court’s ruling that the redistricting plan intentionally discriminates against Black people.
US stocks inch to more records after oil prices drop
U.S. stocks inched to more records Wednesday after oil prices fell and eased the pressure on households and businesses worldwide.
US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, new analysis finds
U.S. military contractors need at least three years to replenish stockpiles of three key weapons systems used heavily in the Iran war, according to an analysis released Wednesday, adding to concerns that American forces would have limited firepower in any future conflict with China.
Mary Means Business: Steakhouse opening in Columbus
Martie’s Steakhouse and More is opening soon in Columbus.
Women’s College World Series: After missing pinnacle event as player, Ricketts finally in spotlight at WCWS
Mississippi State head coach Samantha Ricketts strolled on to Devon Field in Oklahoma City on Wednesday sporting sunglasses and a smile.
Louisville St lane closures planned for utility pole replacement
Residents along Louisville Street can expect slightly longer commutes this summer as Starkville Utilities begins a major utility pole replacement project beginning June 1.
Woody’s sale hits snag as closing date delayed
Development of the old Woody’s on the Water property at Columbus Marina has hit a snag, with city council members voting at a Wednesday work session to extend the closing date to July 7.
Know a rising 10th grader interested in law?
Steven Adams’ passion for law started early because, as he puts it, he was the friend who always found a way to get his buddies out of trouble.
New fire station shapes better outcomes for emergencies at industrial park
Every minute matters when an accident happens at the industrial park west of Columbus.
Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage
Russia fired more than 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight, the Ukrainian air force said Tuesday, as the country’s foreign ministry noted that Moscow’s recent threat to hit Kyiv especially hard from the air brought nothing new.
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump’s call to redraw congressional map for midterm elections
President Donald Trump’s push to reshape congressional districts ahead of the November elections suffered a double setback Tuesday, as South Carolina senators declined to do so and a federal court blocked a Republican-backed map in Alabama.
