WKNO Daily Newscast | Friday, October 16, 2026
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— A judge has ruled that the state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools can finally proceed.
— State Rep. and congressional candidate Justin Pearson is taking the city of Memphis to federal court over its recent banning of certain activists from City Council meetings.
— The town of Collierville has adopted new rules for e-bikes, with a focus on educating children and parents on rider safety.
— Across Mississippi, drought conditions have greatly increased the danger of fires.
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