Mississippi News Video

6pm Headlines 06/22

Published

5 days ago

June 22, 2024

www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-06-22 23:07:59

SUMMARY: The Southern Miss community mourns the loss of football player MJ Daniels, remembered fondly for his impact on others. This weekend, hot weather is anticipated due to bright sunshine, making it ideal for pool visits. Meanwhile, Festival South concludes its 15th season with family art activities and a tribute to Journey, featuring a full orchestra and light show. Additionally, new adjustments at the local water park, Southern Miss summer camps, and a 60th-anniversary commemoration of civil rights activists in Mississippi highlight community activities. Lastly, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg's visit marked the beginning of a $20 million infrastructure project in Jackson.

6pm Headlines 06/22

For more Local News from WDAM: https://www.wdam.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWfJwXqRUHTOpFXiYdRvcCg

Source

Post Views: 27

Related Topics:Civil Rights family Featured Festival infrastructure jackson Local News Mississippi News News project Tribute Video Videos water wdam WDAM 7 weekend

Up Next

10pm Headlines 6/22

Don't Miss

Mississippi politicians played in the first-ever Battle of Tombigbee Charity baseball game

Mississippi News Video

Jackson State, Ole Miss launch law program partnership

Published

3 hours ago

June 27, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-27 17:15:10

SUMMARY: Jackson State University and the University of Mississippi have launched a new 3+3 accelerated law program, allowing JSU students to fast-track their law careers and reduce financial burdens. Dr. Marcus Thompson of Jackson hailed the partnership as historic, emphasizing its importance for students from historically black colleges and universities. He noted that the program breaks barriers and offers a clear path to achieving legal career dreams. JSU students can start applying for this program in the fall of this year.

News.

Source

Post Views: 8

Mississippi News Video

Mississippi Senate study group looks at maternal, child healthcare

Published

4 hours ago

June 27, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-27 16:16:23

SUMMARY: Senate leaders in Mississippi will review laws concerning maternal and child health care, as well as the state's foster care system, through a study committee this fall. Chaired by Senator Nicole Boyd, the committee was established following the reversal of Roe v. Wade two years ago. Significant strides have been made in maternal health care, including extended postnatal care for up to a year, resulting in lower maternal mortality rates. However, challenges remain in reducing child and infant mortality rates. Additionally, Mississippi's youth courts will be another focal point of the discussions.

News.

Source

Post Views: 9

Mississippi News Video

Gluckstadt police chief on deadly DUI crash

Published

4 hours ago

June 27, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-06-27 16:16:12

SUMMARY: An update on the wrong-way crash that took the life of a beloved school teacher, Tyra Small Jackson: Chief Barry Hail told 12 News that officers arrived at the scene last Saturday and collected a blood sample from the wrong-way driver, Jordan Leah Sullivan, which is now being processed by the Mississippi crime lab. Sullivan has prior arrests for controlled substances and alcohol, and officers noted she appeared intoxicated on the day of the crash. Jackson's 21-month-old child and her father were also in the vehicle but are now recovering. Sullivan was charged with aggravated DUI and released on a $250,000 bond. Chief Hail emphasized the senselessness of drinking and driving.