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Based on past weather data, the typical peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season is September 10. It's been a quiet hurricane season so far. But as Fox Weather Hurricane Specialist Brian Norcross points out, we aren't out of the woods quite yet.

According to the International Dyslexia Association, 1 in every 5 individuals has some form of dyslexia. Senator Jeremy England believes dyslexia should be part of the school choice discussions expected to take place in the 2026 legislative session.

Mississippi has one of the lowest gas prices in the country. You may be aware that in September, refineries switch from making more expensive, summer-blend gasoline to cheaper, winter-blend gasoline. Triple-A Mississippi spokesman Don Redman explained that different blends are behind higher gas prices in other states.

Thursday will be another beautiful day for Mississippians, with sunny skies and highs in the 90s.

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The retrial date for the man accused of killing University of Mississippi student Jimmie "Jay" Lee has been pushed back. Plus, it's World Suicide Prevention Day with Dr. Katherine Pannel being one of the many healthcare officials trying to extend a helping hand to those in need.

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The suspect who pleaded guilty to two murders in Rankin County has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. 35-year-old Matthew Brian Kidd killed William Earl Morris and Christian Storey at a hotel in Brandon on August 29. Plus, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies released several turtles back into the Mississippi Sound on Tuesday. All three turtles were injured when they were accidentally caught off coast fishing piers.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt brought up the city of Jackson during a press briefing on Tuesday, after a reporter asked her about crime in red states. In response, Jackson Mayor John Horhn told WJTV that the city is committed to protecting the rights and privileges of every resident. He said he'd look forward to hearing from Trump on how he can support Jackson's revitalization through federal resources.

The suspect involved in a standoff with deputies in Rankin County on Saturday is in custody and facing several charges. A resident at the Alpine Mobile Home Park told deputies that when she refused to open the door for Charles Lovorn Jr., he broke the window to gain entry. During a verbal altercation, he allegedly broke several items in the home. At one point, he left the residence, retrieved a handgun, discharged two rounds, and fled. Hours later, a deputy located Lovorn at the Lakeshore Point Apartment Complex. He refused to exit the apartment, which led to a short standoff, but he eventually surrendered.

A contract dispute over who pays for Lucedale detainees housed at the George County Regional Correctional Facility has led the police department to transport detainees to neighboring counties. According to the police department, the extra travel has pulled officers off city streets, leaving fewer patrols available to respond when residents call for help.

The city of Holly Springs will have to pay a fine of $12,500 per day for failing to provide adequate service to Holly Springs Utility District Customers. That decision was reached during Tuesday's Public Service Commission's monthly docket hearing. PSC Commission Chairman Chris Brown says the utility had been on notice about its inadequacies for more than two years.

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