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Gov. Phil Bryant supports collecting DNA after certain arrests

JACKSON, Mississippi (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant said Tuesday that he supports proposals to require collection of DNA from people arrested and charged with violent crimes such as murder. Bryant said he believes DNA […]

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MEMA reports 2 deaths attributed to latest winter storm

PEARL, Mississippi (AP) — At least two people were killed in traffic wrecks Tuesday as the state deals with another round of winter weather. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it has received reports of […]

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Roads becoming slippery across north and central Mississippi

TUPELO, Mississippi (AP) — Slippery roads and bridges are being reported across much of north Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation says there are icy roadways in Alcorn and Tishomingo counties Tuesday morning. The Mississippi […]

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UFC fighter jailed after threatening wife with gun

MIAMI (AP) — An Ultimate Fighting Champion fighter was being held in a Florida jail Saturday, accused of threatening his wife with a gun, authorities said. Broward County jail records show that Thiago Silva, 31, […]