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State Sen. Briggs Hopson is not seeking another term in the legislature and has quashed talks of a potential run for attorney general. SEC presidents and chancellors will vote on Thursday whether or not they would like for LSU to remain in the conference. READ MORE: https://www.supertalk.fm/sen-briggs-hopson-neither-seeking-reelection-nor-vying-for-attorney-general/

A Natchez man has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault domestic violence after an incident involving two women and an infant. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/natchez-man-charged-with-aggravated-assault-after-alleged-attack-on-two-women-infant/

Small business owners face a mix of challenges, with weakened sales, supply chain disruptions, and inflation pressures. But Main Street owners are still pretty positive about the health of their own businesses.

Not only have researchers documented that manatees are living in Mississippi waters, for the first time, there's proof that they're mating in Mississippi waters.

Northwest Mississippi Community College officially launched its Centennial Celebration this month. Northwest President Dr. Michael Heindl told us that over 8,100 students are enrolled at the third-largest community college in the state.

Two suspects are wanted for a fatal shooting in Laurel on Saturday night.

The 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks will be marked this Friday with remembrance ceremonies, moments of silence, and community service events across the U.S.

The national average for a gallon of regular gas hit $4.15 on Labor Day, topping the previous Labor Day record of $3.82 set in 2012. The current average for a gallon of regular in Mississippi is $3.73. The average for diesel is $5.55

A suspect who allegedly killed two people inside the AT&T store at Crossroads Mall in Gulfport on Monday has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of shooting into a crowd. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/suspect-arrested-after-killing-att-employee-customer-in-gulfport/

President Trump will deliver the keynote address at the opening of the Republican National Committee Midterm Convention in Dallas Wednesday.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the shooting death of a Claiborne County sheriff’s deputy. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/fbi-offers-25000-reward-in-shooting-death-of-claiborne-county-deputy/

It will be sunny and hot with highs in the 90s. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-tuesday-september-8/

Details surrounding the death of Sumrall High School football player Chance Daniels have been released, plus, a Hattiesburg woman has been arrested and charged with felony child abuse following the death of a minor. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/sumrall-high-school-mourns-death-of-standout-football-player/

Ole Miss wide receiver Deuce Alexander and kicker Lucas Carneiro each won SEC weekly awards following the No. 9 Rebels’ thrilling 41-38 win against No. 24 Louisville on Sunday. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/deuce-alexander-lucas-carneiro-earn-sec-weekly-awards-for-louisville-performances/

Defensive back Kobi Albert helped Southern Miss have ample scoring opportunities with three interceptions in their season opener at Renasant Stadium. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/southern-miss-starts-blake-anderson-era-with-49-3-win-over-alcorn-state/

Labor Day is not only a holiday for plenty of people who work but it's also a holiday for those always looking to find a bargain, plus, A body was found in a ditch late Sunday night in Jackson.

As we continue to reflect on the weekend that was in college football, Southern Miss came away with a big win over Alcorn State. First-year Golden Eagles head coach Blake Anderson said afterward that he’s proud of how his team performed, especially with more than 75 new players on the roster. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/southern-miss-starts-blake-anderson-era-with-49-3-win-over-alcorn-state/

Sumrall High School is mourning the loss of Chance Daniels, a standout football player for the Bobcats. Plus, gas prices are still high, with diesel reaching an all-time mark on Labor Day. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/sumrall-high-school-mourns-death-of-standout-football-player/ MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/aaa-spokesperson-gas-prices-likely-to-stay-high-for-rest-of-2026/

As lots of people have the day off for Labor Day, law enforcement officials are reminding them to be smart. Lt. Kervin Stewart with the Mississippi Highway Patrol discusses what his agency is doing to ensure extra safety.

One of the best individual performances from the first, full weekend of college football happened in Starkville, where Kamario Taylor eclipsed 400 yards and had five touchdowns. After the game, the sophomore quarterback said his goal is to win the Heisman Trophy. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/mississippi-state-opens-season-with-62-13-rout-of-louisiana-monroe/

Jackson police are searching for a suspect in a fatal shooting at Inland Gas Station on Terry Road on Sunday.

Three Mississippi teams scored wins over the weekend.

Miss Mississippi Teen Madalyn Sullivan finished as first runner-up in the Miss America Teen competition Saturday night in Palm Beach, Fla. Miss Mississippi Jane Granberry finished as a Top 11 semifinalist in the Miss America competition. Houston native Regan Hutsell took home the crown. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/oxford-native-madalyn-sullivan-named-first-runner-up-in-miss-americas-teen/

The MBI is investigating the death of a Claiborne County sheriff's deputy.

A blueberry recall issued in July now expanding to include packaged frozen mixes of strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries sold at Walmart.

Competitors from around the world will converge in Ocean Springs this weekend for the Hobie 16 International Championship. The Ocean Springs Yacht Club will host this premier global catamaran event from September 12-25.

More than 27,000 Mississippians whose homes were damaged during Hurricane Katrina received grants through the Katrina Homeowner Assistance Program, which was administered by the MDA.

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has highlighted the USDA's decision to purchase up to $20 million in surplus wild-caught shrimp products for distribution to schools and food banks.

Labor Day will be sunny and hot, with highs in the 90s MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-monday-september-7/

Despite being less than 24 hours away from kickoff, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles still don't have a solidified starting quarterback. RELATED: https://www.supertalk.fm/a-good-time-for-me-to-be-here-southern-miss-footballs-anderson-addresses-concerns-embraces-future/

Mississippi Highway Patrol Lt. Col. Kervin Stewart is urging Mississippians traveling over Labor Day weekend to be prepared for any and all emergencies on the road. RELATED: https://www.supertalk.fm/aaa-predicts-higher-costs-heavier-traffic-for-labor-day-weekend/

MDOT is urging caution and readiness during hurricane season with their new evacuation guides, plus, a new restaurant replacing Sombra Mexican Kitchen has been announced.

A man wanted for child sex crimes in Lee County has been taken into custody in Florida, plus, five fire trucks responded to a large fire on Hardy Street in Hattiesburg Friday morning.

They may not sting, but Tawny crazy ants are an invasive species that can cause costly electrical problems. In a recent Facebook post, Dr. Santos Portugal of the Mississippi State University Extension Service warned that the ants have been found in two more counties in Mississippi.

Millions of Americans are expected to be travelling this Labor Day weekend, despite the high price of gas. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/aaa-predicts-higher-costs-heavier-traffic-for-labor-day-weekend/

The MBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Claiborne County. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/claiborne-county-deputy-shoots-at-felony-warrant-suspect-mbi-investigating/

The Republican Party is going to hold its first-ever midterm convention in Dallas next week, creating an opportunity to reach out to voters before the midterm elections in November.

A former school superintendent from Mississippi has been sentenced to life in prison without parole.

According to Governor Tate Reeves, Mississippi is second in the nation for household income growth and had the fourth-fastest-growing per capita income in America. Job openings edged higher for the month of July, a positive sign for the labor market.

Mississippi has a highly collaborative network of aerospace and defense industry leaders, and many have been present at this week's Mississippi Aerospace and Defense Symposium in Flowood:

A lucky Mississippi Powerball player is $50,000 richer after turning a $1 Double Play add-on into a big payday Wednesday night, just one week after another Mississippi player did the same.

It will be another dangerously hot day, with highs in the 90s and heat index values above 105 in parts of Mississippi. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/your-mississippi-forecast-for-friday-september-4/

On Sept. 26, the Mississippi Book Festival will return to Jackson, plus, Trustmark Park will once again transform into a winter wonderland this holiday season. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/the-southern-lights-returning-to-trustmark-park-this-holiday-season/

TSA is offering actively military members, veterans, and their families discounted or free TSA PreCheck during Labor Day weekend, plus, a woman in Philadelphia was found dead late Tuesday afternoon in her car.

CBS Sport's David Cobb joined SportsTalk to discuss his thoughts on how the Rebels will fare in week one against Louisville.

A Canton man was sentenced to 48 years in prison for selling cocaine, plus, a Grenada man was arrested and charged with first-degree arson after he allegedly set fire to his own house. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/same-song-different-verse-canton-man-sentenced-to-48-years-for-selling-cocaine/

The SEC is suing LSU head coach and the university itself over an alleged conspiracy to recruit professional athletes to the Tigers' athletics rosters. Among the players in question are former Ole Miss tight end Dae'Quan Wright and former Rebel defensive tackle Zxavian Harris Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad has partnered with the founder of Tupelo-headquartered law firm Mama Justice on a scholarship initiative. Chambliss and Missy Wigginton have committed to a five-year, $225,000 scholarship. READ MORE: https://www.supertalk.fm/ole-miss-qb-trinidad-chambliss-mama-justice-partner-on-scholarship-initiative/

Despite gas prices standing at nearly a dollar more expensive than a year ago, lots of people are expected to hit the road for Labor Day weekend.

The annual Riverside Rumble between Millsaps and Belhaven football is happening Thursday night. Millsaps head coach Brandon Lechtenberg is inviting everyone to come out for the game. MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/millsaps-football-opens-new-season-facing-new-expectations/ MORE INFO: https://www.supertalk.fm/weve-talked-about-it-since-january-belhaven-football-eager-for-riverside-rumble/

During a recent statewide sweep, called "Operation Stronghold", local, state, and federal agencies checked more than 2,000 card terminals at over 200 stores around the state, and removed three devices from Mississippi businesses