SUMMARY: Tyler Shows, an award-winning teacher from Petal Upper Elementary School, has been charged with sex crimes involving minors and surrendered to Mississippi authorities. Reported by WDAM, Shows faces charges including the dissemination of sexually oriented material to a minor and two counts of touching a child for lustful purposes, with a bond set at $125,000. An investigation began in April after allegations of inappropriate conduct with students. The Milken Educator Award recipient, previously a math teacher at the school, is no longer employed there and is held at the Forrest County Adult Detention Center.

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SUMMARY: Following Dau Mabil's mysterious death, a Hinds County judge ruled on his body's handling amidst a lawsuit between his widow, Karissa Bowley, and brother, Bul Mabil. Judge Dewayne Thomas granted Bowley's request to replace Bul as the plaintiff, acknowledging her next of kin status despite their separation at Mabil's disappearance. Thomas also permitted an independent autopsy directed and funded by Bul, who doubts the investigation's thoroughness. Mabil's body is with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS) pending their autopsy. Statewide attention has led Bowley to agree to publicly share the autopsy findings. Mabil, a Sudanese immigrant, vanished on March 25 and was found deceased in the Pearl River.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi has passed Senate Bill 2695, making driver's education a mandatory course in public high schools. Authored by Republican Dennis DeBar, the bill received unanimous support from both chambers and awaits Governor Tate Reeves' approval. Prompted by high teen-driving fatalities in the state, officials emphasize the importance of teaching students additional road safety. Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, the courses will cover classroom learning and hands-on driving experience. Although a state-issued learner's permit isn't required for participation, it is recommended, allowing students as young as 14 to engage. The legislation also considers the budget impact on smaller school districts.

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