SUMMARY: JTRAN buses in Jackson, Mississippi, are back in operation following a nearly two-week strike by the local Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) over safety concerns. Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba expressed gratitude to both the union and MV Transportation for resolving their differences, emphasizing the importance of reliable public transportation for the city‘s residents. He thanked riders for their patience and commitment during the strike and highlighted plans for future improvements in public transit services. The strike had led to the suspension of JTRAN services, which MV Transportation has managed since January 2024.

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SUMMARY: The Columbus, Mississippi city council has decided to demolish the deteriorating Maple Street building used by Dial-A-Bus, which is not a city organization. Due to its uninhabitable condition, the public works department will carry out the demolition by year-end. City leaders are collaborating with Dial-A-Bus to find a new location for its operations.

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SUMMARY: In Rankin County, Mississippi, the defense has begun presenting its case in the trial of Carly Gregg, a 14-year-old accused of killing her mother, Ashley Smylie, and injuring her stepfather, Health Smylie. The stepfather testified that Lucy appeared happy with his marriage to her mother. The prosecution rested its case previously, and a motion to transfer Gregg to Youth Court was denied. She faces charges including first-degree murder and could receive a life sentence if convicted. Gregg, who allegedly claimed voluntary intoxication due to marijuana use before the incident, remains held with a $1 million bond.

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