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Lawmakers pass bills expanding court system, police force in Jackson

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2 years ago

April 1, 2023

Mississippi lawmakers passed arguably the most controversial bill of the 2023 legislative session on Friday.

Legislators sent House Bill 1020, authored by Representative Trey Lamar, R-Senatobia, and Senate Bill 2343, authored by Senator Joey Fillingane, R-Sumrall, to the governor. The legislation serves to add more judges to clear the backlog of crime in Jackson and expand the jurisdiction of Capitol Police.

The bill will provide four additional judges to the Seventh Circuit Court District. Each will be appointed by Mississippi Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Randolph.

Three additional full-time assistant public defenders will be appointed by the district’s public defender, and Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens will be able to appoint two full-time district attorneys as well as one full-time criminal investigator.

Attorney General Lynn Fitch will designate two individuals to operate as prosecuting attorneys for cases within the boundaries of…

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By: Caleb Salers
Title: Lawmakers pass bills expanding court system, police force in Jackson
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Published Date: Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:32:10 +0000

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Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

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3 days ago

January 19, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-19 09:20:00

SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the deadline for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to find an approved U.S. buyer. This decision follows the removal of TikTok from app stores due to a federal law requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban, citing national security concerns. Trump’s order would delay the law’s restrictions, offering ByteDance more time to negotiate a sale. Despite challenges, including TikTok’s legal disputes, Trump emphasized the app’s potential value and the importance of keeping it operational in the U.S.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: January 17-19

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5 days ago

January 17, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-01-17 07:20:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (January 17-19), Mississippi offers a variety of events. Highlights include the JSU Tiger Parade of Champions in Jackson, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, and several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. The Bridgid Ferguson Trio and Storytelling Festival also take place in Jackson, along with exhibits like “Of Salt and Spirit.” In Vicksburg, enjoy the Winter Youth Rodeo and Peruvian Delights Wine Dinner, while Natchez hosts a Krewe of Phoenix Ball and a Farmers Market. The Pine Belt features Artrageous in Hattiesburg and karaoke in Laurel. Other events include jazz, comedy, and live performances across the region.

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Biden to address the nation days before Trump's inauguration

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7 days ago

January 15, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-15 10:43:00

SUMMARY: Joe Biden’s presidency aimed to “restore the soul” of America post-Trump, but despite bipartisan legislative successes and international alliances, he struggled to change the political landscape. Four years after defeating Trump, Biden faced electoral defeat as Trump made a political comeback. Polls show only a quarter view Biden favorably, even lower than Trump during his presidency. Although Biden touted achievements in infrastructure and economic recovery, rising costs and inflation eroded public support. As he prepares to leave office, questions persist about his legacy and the permanence of the political shift towards populism, leaving Biden’s ambitions unfulfilled.

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