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Mississippi leaders react to affirmative action decision

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www.wjtv.com – Richard Lake – 2023-06-29 17:12:39

SUMMARY: The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down affirmative action in college admissions, ending more than 40 years of race-conscious admissions processes. The ruling stated that the admissions processes at the University of North Carolina and Harvard “unavoidably employ race in a negative manner.” While some legal experts believe the ruling will have little impact on Mississippi’s colleges, the state’s Institutions of Higher Learning will review their admission policies to ensure compliance with federal law. Governor Tate Reeves celebrated the ruling, saying that it will make academic institutions stronger and fairer. Some states may consider implementing a Texas-style law that benefits applicants of color with excellent academic records.

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Families visit DC crash site days after the deadliest US air disaster in a generation

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-02-02 12:56:00

SUMMARY: On February 1, 2025, families of the victims from the deadliest U.S. air disaster in nearly 25 years visited the crash site near Reagan National Airport. An American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk collided on January 29, killing all 67 aboard, including figure skaters and hunters. Federal investigators are examining conflicting altitude data from the flight and helicopter, while the NTSB continues to gather information. The crash occurred in busy airspace and raises concerns about air traffic control staffing. Recovery efforts continue, with 42 bodies recovered. The incident remains under investigation, with a preliminary report expected in 30 days.

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All aboard American Airlines jet that collided with Army helicopter feared dead

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www.wjtv.com – Anna Chen – 2025-01-30 05:24:00

SUMMARY: A tragic collision occurred on January 29, 2025, when an American Airlines jet, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, collided with an Army helicopter while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport. At least 28 bodies were recovered from the Potomac River, prompting officials to transition from rescue to recovery operations. The incident is poised to be the deadliest U.S. air crash in nearly 24 years. The flight, involved in a training flight with a military helicopter, experienced a loss of altitude before the collision. Investigations into the cause are underway as the search continues and the airport reopens the following day.

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

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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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