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JPS fires, suspends staff involved in testing irregularities

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2023-09-05 16:44:59

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Education has instructed the Public School District to conduct an internal investigation into testing irregularities during the 2023 MAAP testing. As a result, the district has taken personnel actions with over 40 staff members, terminations, suspensions, and letters of reprimand. The findings have been submitted to the MDE for further . The district has identified seven schools with testing irregularities, with four schools isolated incidents and three schools experiencing more pronounced irregularities. JPS have stated that they are committed to maintaining integrity and accountability and will implement additional measures to ensure testing security in the future.

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1 arrested, 1 wanted after carjacking ends in wreck in Jackson

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-09-21 10:49:54

SUMMARY: In , Mississippi, one and are searching for another after a carjacking incident that occurred on September 20. Detective Tommie Brown reported that the thieves stole a black Camaro, which later crashed into a white Honda Pilot on Raymond Road near Shamrock . The identity of the suspects has not been disclosed, and authorities continue to seek the second individual involved. The investigation is ongoing as enforcement works to gather more information about the .

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Hot and sunny weekend – Home – WCBI TV

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www.wcbi.com – Sadie Morris – 2024-09-21 09:16:55

SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, dry weather and sunny skies will dominate the , with temperatures in the mid-90s as Fall officially begins. Saturday’s football festivities and the Over Columbus Airshow will benefit from clear conditions, calling for sunscreen and hydration. Sunday marks the Autumnal Equinox, but summer-like temperatures persist, with highs in the lower 90s. The trend of warm, sunny weather continues into the upcoming , although some cloud may build mid-week, potentially bringing rain and slightly cooler highs in the mid-80s by week’s end. Overnight lows remain in the upper 60s.

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Sports Zone Saturday: Conference openers for Mississippi teams

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www.wjtv.com – Blake Levine – 2024-09-21 09:04:39

SUMMARY: College football is back in Mississippi for the 2024 season, with special coverage by WJTV’s Zone team. The Sports Zone Saturday show will from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on . Upcoming include No. 5 hosting Georgia Southern at 6:45 p.m. CT on September 21, Mississippi facing Florida at 11:00 a.m. CT on ESPN, Southern Miss playing Jacksonville State at 2:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+, State facing Grambling at 6:00 p.m. CT, and Alcorn State playing McNeese State at 7:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+.

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