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The Supreme Court on Monday upheld Mississippi’s grace period for late-arriving mail-in ballots.

Fireworks stands are starting to pop up as we move toward Independence Day, and if you're planning to make fireworks a part of your celebration, it's important to stay safe.

After clinching the First Half South Division title, the Biloxi Shuckers return home to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a six-game series against the Chattanooga Lookouts.

Three people, including a Richland officer, were injured during a benefit motorcycle ride in Columbia over the weekend that was being held for Deputy Yates Rodney, who was shot in the line of duty last month.

U.S. Supreme Court justices have at least two more days remaining in the term as they finalize 8 cases still outstanding, including one from Mississippi. They're expected to rule on a Mississippi law that allows mail-in ballots to be counted for up to five days after an election, as long as the ballots were postmarked on Election Day.

An investigator with the Forrest County Sheriff's Office who was involved in a motorcycle accident over the weekend passed away early Sunday morning.

As law enforcement officials in the city of Jackson investigate a triple homicide, Mayor John Horhn said he will work with officials to curb what he believes to be a troubling trend of gun violence in Mississippi’s capital. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/our-city-is-hurting-jackson-mayor-speaks-out-against-gun-violence-following-triple-homicide/

Monday will be sunny with highs in the 90s. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-monday-june-29/

Two months after a federal judge approved a motion to delay the trial of Beth Israel Congregation arson suspect Stephen Spencer Pittman, the defendant’s legal team says it’s going to need more time than offered. Plus, President Donald Trump is threatening tariffs on all European countries. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/beth-israel-arson-suspect-requests-another-trial-delay/

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is continuing to assess damage from severe storms and flooding brought to the state last week by remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur. As of Friday afternoon, 486 homes across 10 counties were reporting damage. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/arthur-damage-numbers-in-mississippi-up-to-480-plus-homes-mema/

Day two of the Great American Fair is underway in Washington D.C., but what did Mississippi contribute?

A 39-year-old man was sentenced to life plus ten years for sexual crimes against his girlfriend's 13-year-old daughter, plus, a 17-year-old in Gulfport was involved in a drive-by shooting that led to his arrest. The other suspect has yet to be found.

With tuition prices rising at universities in Mississippi and across the nation, some high schoolers are left with tough decisions about their future. Brent Bean with Build Mississippi says they are not confined to four years of college, as construction jobs are available in large numbers.

Former DeSoto County youth minister and high school basketball coach Lindsey Whiteside has once again had her federal trial delayed. Whiteside, who previously coached basketball at DeSoto Central High School and was a minister at Getwell Church, will now stand trial in the federal courthouse in Greenville on Oct. 13. As cases of the flesh-eating new world screwworm rise, Mississippi has yet to be one of the states impacted by what officials call an agricultural nightmare. As of Thursday, there were 20 cases of the parasite confirmed in the U.S. READ MORE: https://www.supertalk.fm/trial-of-former-coach-youth-pastor-lindsey-whiteside-moved-to-october/

While the college baseball season just ended, Southern Miss has already picked up several players in the transfer portal. We caught up with head coach Christian Ostrander to discuss. Plus, the U.S. men's national soccer team dropped its Thursday match to Turkey but will still advance to the World Cup's Round of 32. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/southern-miss-baseball-to-play-in-2027-frisco-college-classic/ MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/world-cup-u-s-finishes-group-play-with-3-2-loss-to-turkey/

The State Supreme Court has ruled that Calvin Gibson, convicted in 2018 of killing and robbing Brandon Cooper, will receive a new trial.

A stunning defeat for the United States in the FIFA World Cup. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/world-cup-u-s-finishes-group-play-with-3-2-loss-to-turkey/

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is term-limited, and he is well aware of the looming 2027 statewide elections that are approaching. During his time at the stump at the Neshoba County Fair on Thursday, the Republican governor articulated his ideal candidate to succeed him as the state’s top elected official. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/it-can-be-lost-reeves-contends-progress-will-stop-if-wrong-governor-is-elected-in-2027/

Triple-A's Independence Day travel period begins on Saturday, with a record number of Americans set to hit the road or take to the skies.

Governor Tate Reeves and LTG Delbert Hosemann both touted Mississippi's education gains during their speeches at the Neshoba County Fair this week.

Friday will be sunny with highs in the 90s. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-friday-june-26-2/

Could there be life on Mars? Scientists think maybe there could have been. Plus, several baseball players representing Mississippi universities are currently vying for spots on the Collegiate National Team.

Several people were injured in a crash on I-20 in Hinds County on Thursday afternoon. Plus, a pair of Mississippi lottery players each won $100,000 in a span of five days. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/pair-of-mississippi-lottery-players-win-100k-jackpots/

The second and final day of political speeches at Neshoba County Fair wrapped up Thursday with Gov. Tate Reeves being the final speaker. We caught up with the Republican governor as soon as he got off stage. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/it-can-be-lost-reeves-contends-progress-will-stop-if-wrong-governor-is-elected-in-2027/

An armed and dangerous suspect linked to a shooting at a Gulfport store turned himself in to police.

A shooting investigation in Gulfport has led to one person being charged with aggravated assault and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Plus, there's no update after a body was found in a Jackson creek earlier this week.

With summer vacationing about to ramp up, the National Federation of Independent Businesses is encouraging travelers to take some time throughout their trips to shop local -- especially when in Mississippi.

Gulfport police are searching for an armed and dangerous suspect wanted in connection with a shooting earlier this month. Plus, visitation will be held Friday for Kohen Wiley, the 1-year-old killed in an officer-involved shooting in Senatobia.

While the Great American Fair may be in Washington, D.C., there is a Mississippi twist to it. Plus, the inaugural Mississippi Gulf Coast Book Festival is slated to happen in Gulfport this August.

The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team is back in action Thursday night against Turkey in the final Group D game. Fox’s Tony Genualdo has a preview.

Small business optimism is low for another month, according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Plus, a petition urging new leadership at the Mississippi Schools for the Deaf & Blind has garnered more than 400 signatures.

The Great American Fair kicked off Wednesday night in the nation’s capital with Lee Greenwood performing and President Donald Trump delivering remarks. Fox’s Kevin Uretsky has more from Washington.

Americans dug deeper into their pockets last year, with total charitable giving showing a significant uptick in 2025. Fox’s Jessica Rosenthal tells you more.

Former state Sen. Philip Moran and his son, former Diamondhead Councilman Alan Moran, were sentenced to prison after being convicted in a Hancock County case involving their attempt to persuade a stalking victim of the younger Moran to drop charges. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/former-mississippi-senator-ex-councilman-son-sentenced-in-bribery-scheme-targeting-stalking-victim/

Gov. Tate Reeves has set special elections to fill two vacant seats in the Mississippi House following the deaths of Reps. Bo Brown and Price Wallace. Plus, Ole Miss and head baseball coach Mike Bianco have reportedly reached a new deal. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/reeves-sets-special-elections-for-2-vacant-mississippi-house-seats/ MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/cbsb-mike-bianco-finalizing-4-year-contract-with-ole-miss-following-omaha-run/

The sun is expected to shine across much of Mississippi on Thursday, though a few isolated showers and thunderstorms could still pop up during the day. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-thursday-june-25/

A 40-year horse jockey veteran broke multiple bones in a horseracing accident on June 22, plus, American Red Cross is partnering with Looney Tunes to try and encourage people to donate blood before the Fourth of July.

Day one of political speaking at the Neshoba County Fair is in the books with statewide elected officials and candidates taking the stage at Mississippi's most prominent stump. We caught up with Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann after he spoke.

What used to be Prime Day is now essentially Prime Week. Hillary Barsky tells you more about the deal Amazon is offering, along with other summer sales events.

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom worked to appeal to Republican voters while campaigning at the Neshoba County Fair. Colom, Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith, and independent Ty Pinkins will square off on Nov. 3.