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Jones County woman pleads guilty to RICO charges

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2 months ago

September 16, 2024

www.wjtv.com – Sethanie Smith – 2024-09-16 14:35:00

SUMMARY: Christy Gomez from Jones County, Mississippi, pleaded guilty to four counts of Organized Theft or Fraud Enterprise (RICO) for fraudulently obtaining funds from the Rental Assistance for Mississippians Program between 2020 and 2022. State Auditor Shad White announced that investigators worked diligently to expose her scheme. The 18th Judicial District Court sentenced Gomez to 13 years, with eight years to serve and five years on probation, to run concurrently. Additionally, she was ordered to repay $81,035.63 in restitution. White stated the commitment to delivering justice for Mississippians would continue.

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Vicksburg man charged with assaulting woman in domestic dispute

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44 mins ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-02 11:33:00

SUMMARY: In Vicksburg, Mississippi, a domestic assault led to the hospitalization of a man and woman on November 2. Police were alerted by Merit Health River Region after a 28-year-old man, Daron Evans, arrived with a stab wound. Authorities dispatched to the scene found the woman, who had also been assaulted. After receiving treatment, Evans was arrested and charged with aggravated assault domestic violence; he is held without bond until his court appearance. The woman is in stable condition at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. An investigation is ongoing.

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Cloudy and humid weekend – Home – WCBI TV

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2 hours ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Sadie Morris – 2024-11-02 10:13:00

SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, humid and cloudy weather is expected, with temperatures remaining above average in the lower 80s for the upcoming week. Rain is forecasted for Election Day on Tuesday, continuing into the week with isolated showers likely. This Saturday will see patchy fog in the morning, clearing by midday, with a high around 80 degrees. Sunday will bring similar humidity, with a high in the lower 80s and mild overnight lows in the mid-60s. Throughout the week, expect persistent clouds and humidity alongside mild temperatures.

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Sports Zone Saturday: A must-win weekend for Mississippi's college football teams

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3 hours ago

November 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Blake Levine – 2024-11-02 09:43:00

SUMMARY: College football is back in Mississippi for the 2024 season, with a lineup of exciting games this Saturday. The Sports Zone team will provide special coverage from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on WJTV 12 News. Notable matchups include No. 19 Ole Miss visiting Arkansas at 11:00 a.m. CT on ESPN, while Mississippi State celebrates Homecoming against UMass at 3:15 p.m. CT on the SEC Network. Jackson State hosts UAPB for their Homecoming game at 2:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+, and Alcorn State travels to face Alabama State at 4:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+. Southern Miss has a bye week.

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