www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-09 00:17:48

SUMMARY: In Mississippi, temperatures and humidity are on the rise, making outdoor activities almost unbearable with temperatures nearing 90° in early May. People are enjoying the warmer weather, with some looking forward to tanning and swimming. However, some acknowledge that they will miss the colder temperatures of winter. Despite the heat, outdoor activities like jogging and walking are still enjoyable, but it is important to stay hydrated to combat dehydration. Overall, the warm weather is being embraced, with people enjoying being outside and engaging in various activities.

Community reacts to temps already rising to the 90′s

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-08 23:46:03

SUMMARY: A woman is suing police officers and the city for violating her constitutional rights during a traffic stop in February 2023. Jaquila Stevens was arrested for failure to comply with an officer and resisting arrest, but was later found not guilty. The federal lawsuit names four Laurel Police Department officers, the chief, and the city as defendants. Body camera footage is cited as evidence supporting Stevens' version of events. The lawsuit accuses officers of manufacturing justifications for the arrest, giving false testimony, and failing to intervene in an unlawful arrest. The police chief has not commented on the pending litigation. The complaint and videos can be viewed on the website.

A Laurel woman is suing several police officers and the City of Laurel for alleged violations of her constitutional rights.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-08 23:46:03

SUMMARY: Hattisburg Police Department has introduced handheld radar cameras in school zones to catch speeding drivers. Crossing guards and officers have noticed some change, but many drivers are still not slowing down. Over 400 speeding violations have been recorded in the first two weeks of the pilot program, with some drivers going well over the 50 mph speed limit. Despite plea from officers to slow down and be mindful of crossing guards and children, some drivers continue to speed. The pilot program will continue throughout the school year, with plans to implement the technology in all school zones next year if successful.

Cameras capturing hundreds speeding through school zones.

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