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Mississippi Senate’s Medicaid expansion bill dies

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www.wjtv.com – Richard Lake – 2024-03-14 16:25:38

SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers let their expansion bill die on the calendar and will now insert Senate language into the House bill. Senator Kevin Blackwell mentioned that the new language will include work requirements, similar to what other states have. The original Senate bill had no text, just the relevant legal code sections. Details on the Senate plan have been scarce. The future of the House bill is uncertain. Lawmakers aim to address the state's high infant mortality rate by expanding Medicaid to babies. A committee hearing is expected in the middle of next to discuss the full bill.

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Partial human remains found in Flowood pond

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-05 21:34:10

SUMMARY: Authorities in Flowood, Mississippi are investigating the discovery of partial human remains in a pond after a fisherman reported finding them on Sunday evening. The remains were found near Mangum Road and were confirmed by . The Rankin County coroner took possession of the remains, and a further search of the pond is planned for the next day. The investigation is ongoing, and details about the identity of the remains and the circumstances surrounding their discovery have not been released.

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Winston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting at Dave’s Club

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-05-05 17:31:42

SUMMARY: Deputies responded to a call about a shooting at Dave's Club in Winston County, Mississippi, where they found Steven Hunt with a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen. Hunt was taken to the hospital for treatment. A named Tyler Steele turned himself in and was taken into custody. He is awaiting an initial court appearance. The Winston County Sheriff's Department is investigating the case. For more and updates, follow on Facebook.

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LCSO wants people aware of a scam circling the area

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-05-05 17:31:20

SUMMARY: Sheriff Jim Johnson of Lee County, Mississipi, warns of a phone scam where callers claim to be from the Lee County Sheriff's Department. The callers have personal information and mention warrants for missed jury duty, but the department does not make such calls asking for money. Residents are advised to hang up and not personal information if they such calls. The department urges people to be cautious and not fall for this scam. Residents are encouraged to follow the Lee County Sheriff's Office on social for updates and .

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