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Powerball jackpot rises to third-largest in history at $875M
SUMMARY: The Powerball jackpot has reached $875 million and is now the third-largest grand prize in the game's history. The jackpot has not been won in nearly three months, resulting in 36 consecutive drawings without a winner. Additionally, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation is reminding players to check their tickets as several large prizes from Mega Millions and Powerball have not been claimed. The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday's drawing is $560 million, while the Mississippi Match 5 jackpot for Thursday's drawing is estimated at $55,000.
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Biden, Trump agree to two debates ahead of November general election
SUMMARY: The election season is intensifying as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump agree to two debates ahead of the general election. CNN will host the first on June 27 in Atlanta, followed by an ABC News event on September 10. Biden has called for a no-audience format, while Trump criticizes Biden for this and is open to more debates. Meanwhile, Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. protests his exclusion from the debates, claiming both parties are avoiding competition. The candidates are focusing on key issues: Biden on climate change, abortion access, and voting rights, while Trump emphasizes border security, American production, and energy policy rollback.
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Guest introduces resolution honoring law enforcement on National Police Week
SUMMARY: During National Police Week, Mississippi Congressman Michael Guest introduced House Resolution 1226 to express support for law enforcement officers. This bipartisan resolution honors law enforcement members, particularly those who have died on duty, including 238 fallen first responders commemorated in 2023. Guest emphasized the role of police as community protectors. The resolution has 86 co-sponsors, notably Mississippi Republicans Mike Ezell and Trent Kelly. Activities in Mississippi, including the Department of Public Safety's annual memorial ceremony, recognize the week, commemorated since 1962 following a proclamation by President Kennedy.
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Jackson police investigating after man found dead at tennis complex
SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating the murder of Melvin McNair, Jr., found dead at Parham Bridges Park's tennis complex. A witness, arriving to play tennis, discovered McNair in a pool of blood. Authorities are searching for McNair's stolen vehicle, a maroon 2016 GMC Sierra truck with the tag HN5 5508. The incident comes after McNair's father was killed last year in an altercation with a cousin. The Jackson Police Department is appealing for information and urges anyone who can assist to contact Crime Stoppers or the police directly.
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