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  Father meets couple who helped save his daughter's life

  Updated: Dec 31, 2014 12:29 AM
  Families are meeting and saying thanks after a dramatic rescue Sunday. Four-year-old Helena White is still recovering at the hospital. She's fighting to improve but listed in critical condition.More >>

• Orange Bowl concludes Mississippi State's magical 2014 season

• MY TURN: Retiring

• Mother relives near death experience as daughter's condition improves

• Beach parties, fireworks: World rings in new year

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• Bad weather hobbles Indonesia jet recovery; 7 bodies found

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• Palestinians plan next steps after failed UN bid

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• Afghan mountain hamlet a proving ground for army

  
  The smoke from mortar and rocket attacks rises from the mountains of Dangam in the remote eastern border region of Afghanistan as Talban insurgents battle government forces in a bid to establish a permanent presence now...More >>

• WATCH: WLBT anchor gets dissed by Fallon

  Updated: Dec 31, 2014 5:52 AM
  
  CJ was on his annual trip to NYC, when he and his mother got the opportunity to go see the Tonight Show. He was eager to finally be noticed by Jimmy.
  
  

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• New Edwards mayor promises improvements

  Updated: Dec 31, 2014 4:42 AM
  
  The town of Edwards officially has a new mayor. Businessman Marcus Wallace was sworn in Tuesday afternoon, and he admits to the citizens that he has his work cut out for him.More >>

• House dog shot to death in yard

  Updated: Dec 31, 2014 4:16 AM
  
  Christmas was cruel for a local dog owner. A young female house pet is gunned down while out on a leash in a south Jackson neighborhood. It happened Christmas day while the owner was at work.More >>

• #7 MSU talks SEC bias ahead of Orange Bowl, Mike Sands reports from Fort Lauderdale

  
  Just a day out from Mississippi State's bout with Georgia Tech in the Orange Bowl and the talks of SEC bias continue to swirl.  Mike Sands breaks down what this means for the game in South Florida.

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• #9 Ole Miss concludes Peach Bowl prep, Chris Hudgison reports

  
  One day left before Ole Miss takes the field against TCU in the Peach Bowl.  Chris Hudgison talks last minute preparations from Atlanta.

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• Man tries to run down police; they shoot, kill him

  
  A man who had posted an online video threatening to kill police and FBI agents tried to use his car to run down officers seeking to arrest him on Tuesday so, fearing for their lives, they shot and killed him, authorities...More >>

• Viral videos of 2014

  Updated: Dec 31, 2014 2:03 AM
  
  Our Year-Ender series continues tonight. Several stories that turned up on national news in 2014 started right here in the Magnolia state.More >>

• 2-year-old accidentally kills his mom in Wal-Mart

  
  A 2-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his mother after he reached into her purse at a northern Idaho Wal-Mart and her concealed gun fired, authorities said Tuesday.More >>

• UN rejects Palestinian resolution to end Israel's occupation

  
  The Security Council rejected a Palestinian resolution demanding an end to Israeli occupation within three years late Tuesday, a blow to an Arab campaign to get the U.N.'s most powerful body to take action to achieve...More >>

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• Las Vegas to roll dice with cold New Year's Eve weather

• Hammerstein museum plan hits sour note for some

• Tobacco auction system is all but snuffed out

• Key developments in police-communities tension

• No health insurance? Penalties to rise in 2015
  

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• Beach parties, fireworks: World rings in new year

• Hammerstein museum plan hits sour note for some

• South Korean to drop Sony film in North by balloon

• 2 male porn performers test positive for HIV

• Las Vegas to roll dice with cold New Year's Eve weather
  

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• Ole Miss defense braces for TCU in Peach Bowl

• College Football Playoff isn't the only place for quality games

• College football continues with the long bowl season

• COMMENTARY: College Football Playoff forces change according to plan

• College football championship games could jumble playoff picture
  

• Walmart converts gift cards from competitors, even restaurants, hotels

  Updated: Dec 28, 2014 9:29 PM
  
  Walmart has been turning to digital means to bring in more business. Now, the retailer is allowing customers to trade in full or partially-used gift cards for one to be used at Walmart-owned stores.More >>

• USPS POST OFFICE EXTENDED HOURS

  Updated: Dec 20, 2014 8:32 PM
  
  The U.S. Postal Service will have extended Saturday retail hours at 31 post offices in Mississippi on December 13 and December 20. These offices will provide full retail services, including stamp sales and package acceptance.More >>

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• SLIDESHOW: Hinds County Most Wanted

  
  Have you seen any of these suspects? 
  Contact Hinds County with any informationMore >>

• SLIDESHOW: Elf on a Shelf

  
  Is an elf hiding somewhere on one of your shelves. If so, take a picture and sent it to us.More >>

• TIMELINE: 2014-2015 College football bowl season schedule

  
  The college football bowl season has become an American holiday tradition, and this year features the added attraction of the new, four-team College Football Playoff. Check the schedule for each game here. All times are Eastern.More >>

• SLIDESHOW: Ways to avoid digital embarrassment, or worse

  
  The fallout from the recent cyberattack of Sony has underscored the vulnerability of the digital realm. Though you may never produce a controversial film, you are still at risk. Here are ways to steer clear of common pitfalls.More >>

• SLIDESHOW: Best U.S. Christmas destinations

  
  If you're looking to travel this Christmas, there are plenty of places offering shimmering lights and Christmas cheer all season long.More >>

• SLIDESHOW: Craft Beer Craze

  
  Check out the offerings from the three breweries featured in our special report, Craft Beer Craze.More >>

• SLIDESHOW: Strong storms, tornadoes track across the Southeast

  
  Strong storms and tornadoes are tearing across Louisiana and Mississippi, trekking toward Alabama. More >>

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