SUMMARY: In Jackson, Mississippi, a homeowner was injured in a shooting after confronting suspects attempting to steal a vehicle around 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, on Bonita Drive. Detective Tommie Brown reported that several unidentified juveniles were involved and that one of them shot the homeowner in the stomach. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The Jackson Police Department is working to identify and apprehend the suspects. Anyone with information is urged to contact the JPD at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477).

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SUMMARY: COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Expect another hot and sunny day with temperatures rising into the lower 90s. Overnight will be calm with mild temperatures in the mid-60s and partly cloudy skies. As the week progresses, the weather will stay hot in the 90s with increasing clouds and a chance of brief showers by Wednesday. Rain chances will further increase towards the end of the week and into Memorial Day weekend. Winds from the South will continue at 5-10 mph.

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SUMMARY: Hinds County Board of Supervisors expelled District 2 Supervisor Tony Smith from a meeting for carrying a firearm without a concealed carry permit. Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones noticed Smith's gun under his jacket during a recess and addressed the issue. District 1 Supervisor Robert Graham stated they followed protocol based on the sheriff's advice. Smith was escorted to his vehicle, and the Board voted to expel him for the rest of the meeting. Smith did not have an enhanced carry permit, and no charges have been filed against him. Attempts to reach Smith for comment were unsuccessful.

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