SUMMARY: On Halloween night in Columbus, Mississippi, showers and storms are expected, prompting advice for parents to equip children with umbrellas while trick-or-treating. Despite the rain, temperatures will remain mild in the mid-60s. Moving into Friday, conditions will be overcast with scattered rain, and highs will reach the upper 70s. The weekend will see a slight warm-up, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid-80s, though some isolated rain and clouds will persist, particularly on Saturday, while Sunday may offer some clearing. Overnight lows are expected in the mid-60s.

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SUMMARY: A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred in Flowood, Mississippi, on October 31, just after noon. Involving a Honda Odyssey and a Toyota Camry, both drivers were transported to the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Unfortunately, the driver of the Honda succumbed to his injuries shortly after. The Flowood police are currently investigating the cause of the accident.

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SUMMARY: Democrat Ty Pinkins is campaigning to unseat Republican U.S. Senator Roger Wicker in Mississippi, a challenging task in a state with no Democratic Senate representation since 1989. Pinkins, a military veteran and attorney, has garnered limited financial support and endorsement, even from prominent Democrats like Rep. Bennie Thompson. He emphasizes economic equity and reproductive rights in his campaign, claiming to jog about 900 miles to raise awareness. In contrast, Wicker has raised significantly more funds and focuses on military expansion. The campaign showcases stark differences in political ideologies and priorities, particularly on issues like abortion rights.

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