Mississippi News

Man sentenced for killing two near Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade

Published

1 week ago

June 24, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-06-24 14:01:50

SUMMARY: Jordan Cummins was sentenced to life in prison for killing Joshua Spann and Jubilee Simpkins near the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade in Jackson, Miss., in March 2023. The jury found Cummins guilty of two counts of first-degree murder. During the trial, witness Kam Owens claimed to see Cummins strike his girlfriend, Jenny Lukens, leading to a conflict that culminated in Cummins firing a gun. Lukens was also arrested and charged with hindering prosecution but testified that Cummins did not hit her. Cummins claimed he acted in self-defense, fearing for his life, and plans to appeal the verdict.

Read the full article

The post Man sentenced for killing two near Hal's St. Paddy's Parade appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 47

Related Topics:Featured Mississippi News News sentenced

Up Next

Teen being charged as adult in child sexual abuse case

Don't Miss

Three arrests made after Blackhawk Dollar General hold up

Mississippi News

Bugs, fungus affecting Mississippi’s oak trees

Published

24 mins ago

July 3, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-03 08:39:59

SUMMARY: In Central Mississippi, oak trees are being threatened by an outbreak of variable oak leaf caterpillars and hypoxylon canker, a damaging fungus. The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) reports these native pests are exacerbating drought stress experienced by trees from the previous year. The caterpillars cause significant defoliation, weakening trees and making them more susceptible to the often-fatal canker. Reports of infestations are prevalent in areas like Flora, Pocahontas, and Raymond. Experts advise landowners to monitor their forests and take steps to promote tree health. Residents should consult MFC specialists or ISA-certified arborists for protection strategies.

Read the full article

The post Bugs, fungus affecting Mississippi's oak trees appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 8

Mississippi News

Excessive heat returns Wednesday – Home – WCBI TV

Published

5 hours ago

July 3, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wcbi.com – Isaac Williams – 2024-07-03 04:11:44

SUMMARY: Dangerous heat and humidity will return Wednesday in Columbus, Mississippi, with temperatures reaching the mid to upper 90s and heat indices between 107-117 degrees. Isolated rain showers are possible. Similar conditions are expected for the 4th of July, with temperatures exceeding 105 degrees in many areas. On Friday, a weak front might bring scattered showers and a slight drop in temperatures, with highs in the low 90s. Over the weekend, the front may bring drier air, reducing rain chances and keeping highs in the low 90s, possibly reducing the heat index slightly. Take precautions due to the extreme heat.

Read the full article

The post Excessive heat returns Wednesday – Home – WCBI TV appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Post Views: 8

Mississippi News

Stolen vehicles recovered in Jackson salvage yard

Published

11 hours ago

July 2, 2024

Staff Editor

www.wjtv.com – Cameron Smith – 2024-07-02 22:27:02

SUMMARY: Several stolen vehicles were recovered on July 2 in Jackson, Mississippi. Jackson Police and the Auto Task Force, comprising Jackson and Capitol police, responded to a call received around 11:00 a.m. They tracked a stolen vehicle to Auto Plus Towing and Salvage Yard on College Hill Drive and found more stolen vehicles there. Two of the vehicles were stolen from Brookhaven and seven from Jackson. Authorities may recover additional stolen vehicles as the investigation continues. Captain Warren Hull of the Jackson Police Department noted ongoing investigations, and a suspect has been identified for questioning, though no further details were provided.

Read the full article

The post Stolen vehicles recovered in Jackson salvage yard appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Post Views: 15