Connect with us

Mississippi News

Court blocks Mississippi ban on voting after some crimes, but GOP official will appeal ruling

Published

1 year ago

on

www.wjtv.com – EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS, Associated Press – 2023-08-04 15:45:56

SUMMARY: A federal appeals court panel has ruled that Mississippi’s permanent stripping of voting rights from individuals convicted of certain felonies violates the U.S. Constitution’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment. Two judges on the panel ordered the state to stop enforcing the provision that disenfranchises people convicted of crimes such as murder, forgery, and bigamy. If the ruling stands, thousands of people could regain their voting rights, possibly in time for the upcoming general election. Mississippi’s Republican Attorney General plans to ask the full appeals court to reconsider the ruling. The decision marks a departure from the court’s 2022 ruling on felony disenfranchisement.

Read More

The post Court blocks Mississippi ban on voting after some crimes, but GOP official will appeal ruling appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Three injured in crash on Clinton Boulevard

Published

12 hours ago

on

November 18, 2024

By

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-18 20:30:00

SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating a crash on Clinton Boulevard that injured at least three people. The incident occurred around 7:00 p.m. on November 18, involving a Chevrolet Camaro and a Chevrolet Tahoe. Detective Tommie Brown reported that the Camaro crossed into oncoming traffic, leading to the collision. The driver and passenger of the Camaro were hospitalized, with one suffering life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Tahoe was also taken to the hospital for treatment. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Read the full article

The post Three injured in crash on Clinton Boulevard appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Two Jackson police officers on leave after woman dies in fiery crash

Published

13 hours ago

on

November 18, 2024

By

www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-11-18 19:31:00

SUMMARY: A fiery crash early Saturday morning at Cooper Road and Suncrest Drive in Jackson, Mississippi, resulted in the death of 35-year-old Tina Carter Sawyer. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade confirmed that two officers have been placed on administrative leave as part of the ongoing investigation. A video showed a police patrol car passing Sawyer’s vehicle before the crash, but it’s unclear if the incident was related to a police chase. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) will handle the case. Wade emphasized the department’s focus on building trust with the community during this time.

Read the full article

The post Two Jackson police officers on leave after woman dies in fiery crash appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Early week rain, end of week cool down

Published

14 hours ago

on

November 18, 2024

By

www.wcbi.com – Ashleigh Bryant – 2024-11-18 18:28:00

SUMMARY: A strong Arctic cold front is set to impact the forecast in Columbus, Mississippi, starting with showers and storms. Mild temperatures in the 60s are expected Monday night, with a line of storms moving through the area until early Tuesday morning, bringing a risk of strong winds and small hail. As the front progresses, conditions will clear, with highs in the 70s on Tuesday and lows in the lower 50s. However, cooler Arctic air will arrive by Thursday, resulting in daytime highs in the upper 50s to lower 60s and nighttime lows dropping into the 30s.

Read the full article

The post Early week rain, end of week cool down appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Continue Reading

Trending