SUMMARY: In 1999, Bobby Gumpright, struggling with addiction, falsely accused Jermaine Hudson, a Black man, of armed robbery in New Orleans. Despite two jurors doubting the story, Hudson was convicted by a 10-2 split jury—a practice rooted in racist Jim Crow laws, later deemed unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court. Hudson spent 22 years in prison, missing life milestones, while Gumpright battled guilt and addiction. In 2021, Gumpright confessed, leading to Hudson’s release. Now friends, they advocate for Louisiana legislation allowing inmates convicted by split juries to seek retrials, symbolizing a fight for justice and redemption.

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SUMMARY: Dense fog impacted visibility this morning, especially in southern Arkansas, but conditions are improving. Light showers are moving across central and southern Arkansas, heading southward, with some rainfall tapering off in Mississippi. Temperatures are in the lower 60s, and fog has lifted in parts of Washita Parish. Winds are calm, and dew points remain in the lower 60s. Expect cloud cover, with occasional showers and storms throughout the afternoon. By Wednesday, temperatures are forecast to rise into the low 90s, with clear skies and more sunshine. A few storms may return on Friday, but the heat will persist into next week.

There are areas of drizzle and fog this morning so be careful heading out on to the roadways. Use low beam lights in the fog. Clouds will linger through lunchtime. The upper-level low sits overhead which has been responsible the the clouds and light shower activity the past few days. A few scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible for later this evening. Gradual clearing will take place after midnight. Sunshine will return tomorrow as temperatures begin to climb. We could reach into the lower 90’s by Wednesday.

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SUMMARY: Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, is under close monitoring as its spread continues to rise. Identified in the U.S. less than a decade ago, cases have increased annually. In 2025, 1,052 cases have been reported, with Texas leading at 241 cases. The fungus, resistant to many antifungal drugs, poses an urgent threat, especially in healthcare settings. It primarily affects vulnerable patients with medical devices. Candida auris can survive on surfaces and spread, making it difficult to control. While infection rates are concerning, 30-60% of affected individuals, often with underlying health issues, may not survive.

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