SUMMARY: Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba has been indicted on federal bribery charges amid an FBI corruption investigation involving multiple officials in Jackson, Mississippi. In a video, Lumumba expressed disappointment and maintained his innocence, claiming he has never accepted a bribe and suggesting that the charges are politically motivated, coinciding with an upcoming mayoral race. The case follows the guilty pleas of former City Councilwoman Angelique Lee and businessman Sherik Marve Smith, who conspired with others to influence city contracts by funneling payments to officials. Lumumba’s legal team is expected to mount a defense, possibly invoking entrapment.

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SUMMARY: Local and state officials will gather in Bolivar County for the groundbreaking of Mississippi’s largest distillery, Rosedale Distilling Company, on Thursday. The distillery will redevelop historic buildings in Rosedale, producing premium spirits inspired by the region’s rich whiskey-making history. Led by Jack and Elizabeth Coleman, who aim to foster local opportunity, the project is expected to create 57 jobs and attract 40,000 annual visitors by 2025. With an investment of $25 million, the 130,000-square-foot facility will include retail spaces, tasting rooms, and museums celebrating Mississippi icons, boosting economic and cultural tourism in the area.

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SUMMARY: Republican Senator Roger Wicker has successfully defeated Democratic challenger Ty Pinkins in Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race. This victory marks Wicker’s fourth election win since he first assumed office in 2007. As the current ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Wicker could become its chair if Republicans gain a Senate majority. Pinkins, who ran an active campaign but struggled with financial backing, previously lost the 2023 election for Mississippi Secretary of State. He is a military veteran and Georgetown Law graduate, challenging Wicker after being unopposed in the Democratic primary election.

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