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Judge allows new court in Mississippi’s majority-Black capital, rejecting NAACP request to stop it

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10 months ago

December 31, 2023

www.wjtv.com – EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS, Associated Press – 2023-12-31 21:38:18

SUMMARY: A federal judge has allowed Mississippi officials to proceed with creating a state–run court in the majority-Black capital city of Jackson, despite objections from the NAACP. The new court will have a judge and prosecutors appointed by state officials who are white and conservative, raising concerns about democracy and representation for the local community. The court, set to begin in January, aims to control crime in Jackson but has faced legal challenges related to racial discrimination, public safety, and democracy. The NAACP intends to appeal the ruling, while the attorney general‘s office will continue to defend the law. Additionally, the law expands the patrol territory for Capitol Police in Jackson.

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Vicksburg man charged with assaulting woman in domestic dispute

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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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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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