Democratic US Rep. Steve Cohen ends campaign after GOP redraws his Memphis district
By Stephen Groves, Associated Press | Originally published by Mississippi Today WASHINGTON — Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen of Tennessee on
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After 40 years, federal judge who oversaw ‘Goon Squad’ case is stepping down
By Mina Corpuz | Originally published by Mississippi Today Senior U.S. District Judge Tom Lee, who most recently presided over
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Hinds DA can try to persuade jury he was entrapped by bribery sting, federal judge rules
By Molly Minta | Originally published by Mississippi Today Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens did not convince a federal
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Southaven chamber plans luau-themed patio social
The Southaven Chamber announced a luau-themed Patio Social intended to mix business networking with a summer celebration, organizers said. Sponsors include Tropical Getaways and Standard Sales Company, Mississippi.
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Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto sponsors quarterly luncheon May 20
Organizers said the quarterly luncheon will feature keynote speakers Dr. Violiza Inoa and Dr. Neha Kumar. Seats are limited and registration is required.
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Southaven police honor Lt. James ‘Billy’ Lance on Peace Officers Memorial Day
The Southaven Police Department remembered Lt. James “Billy” Lance, who was killed in the line of duty in 1988, and the more than 24,000 officers who have died while serving, the department said.
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Wind energy technology reaching new heights in Mississippi, executive says
By Katharine Kollins | Originally published by Mississippi Today Mississippi Today Ideas is a platform for thoughtful Mississippians to share
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Police: Man pictured stealing more than $600 from shopper at Horn Lake Home Depot
Horn Lake Police Department said a man shown in photos took more than $600 from a 64-year-old customer’s purse while she shopped May 14, 2026. Police asked anyone who recognizes the man nicknamed ‘Bandit’ to contact them.
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Walmart Neighborhood Market brings snacks, card to Horn Lake officers during National Police Week
The Horn Lake Police Department said Walmart Neighborhood Market Horn Lake stopped by with fruit, muffins, Gatorade and a handmade appreciation card during National Police Week.
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Women deliver goodie bags to Olive Branch police for National Police Week
Two young women from Abe’s Construction delivered on-the-go goodie bags to officers at the Olive Branch Police Department, the department said in a post honoring National Police Week.
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