SUMMARY: The U.S. Supreme Court has denied a petition filed by Mississippi death row inmate Richard Gerald Jordan, declining to review the lower court’s decision in his case. Jordan had requested an emergency stay of execution, challenging the state’s lethal injection protocol. His attorneys also appealed to the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, which similarly denied a request to block the execution. With no further legal obstacles, Richard Gerald Jordan’s execution is scheduled for Wednesday. The Supreme Court did not provide a reason for its decision to deny the petition, effectively allowing the state’s plans to proceed.

Richard Gerald Jordan was sentenced to death for the kidnapping and killing of Edwina Marter in 1976 in Harrison County.

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SUMMARY: Earlier today, a suspicious device was discovered at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, prompting an evacuation of employees and the establishment of a safety perimeter by first responders and security teams shortly after 11 a.m. After hours of deliberation, authorities determined the device was not a threat to safety. Operations at Ingalls Shipbuilding have since resumed. A spokesperson for Ingalls expressed gratitude for the quick response by all involved in handling the situation.

After an investigation, the device was deemed not to be a threat, according to authorities.

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SUMMARY: On the first day of summer, South Mississippi faces very high heat index values, with temperatures reaching the low 90s and heat indexes at or above 108, prompting a heat advisory until 7 p.m. The longest day of the year brings intense sun, and a strong high-pressure ridge is causing a heat wave across the eastern U.S. Humidity will remain very high, making outdoor activities risky due to heat exhaustion and heat stroke dangers. The heat index could exceed 110 on Saturday, with only low chances of scattered afternoon showers or storms providing minimal relief. Hydration and shade are essential.

Meteorologist Aaron Colby details how we will begin a stretch of several days with very high heat index values. Plus, how a few stray showers and storms will be possible this afternoon and evening.

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