www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-03 08:54:52

SUMMARY: Now is the perfect time for people to understand the story of fighting against the criminal justice system because it shows that achieving freedom and justice is possible, even for the ordinary person. This documentary highlights that incarceration is an American problem, affecting diverse communities and perpetuating excessive sentences for minor crimes. After 21 years of imprisonment, the speaker feels a duty to advocate for others in similar situations. Premiering at Essence Festival, a significant black cultural event, underscores the importance of this message. The aim is to inspire others to value their freedom and to continue the conversation about incarceration until real change occurs.

This gripping documentary witnesses the return of Sibil Fox and Robert Richardson, the love-bound protagonists of the Oscar-nominated documentary, TIME, (2020).

TIME II: UNFINISHED BUSINESS plunges us into the aftermath of Rob's release from Angola after 21 grueling years and their ongoing fight for their unjustly imprisoned nephew, Ontario. Fueled by newfound freedom, Fox and Rob confront the brutal realities that come with their unwavering commitment to liberate their nephew and honor a sacred promise made over two decades ago. #unfinishedbusiness #timeII #essencefestival #filmfestival

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-07-03 07:36:20

SUMMARY: On Tuesday morning, the Auto Theft Task Force—comprising the Jackson Police Department, Capitol Police, and Secret Service—recovered nine stolen vehicles from the Auto Plus Towing and Salvage Yard on Commerce Shield Drive. According to JPD Special Operations Captain Warren Hull, two of these vehicles were stolen from Brookhaven, while the remaining seven were from Jackson. The recovery follows a similar incident in June, where seven stolen vehicles were found in South Jackson. Captain Hull highlighted the effectiveness of inter-agency cooperation in achieving these results.

Multiple law enforcements agencies recovered 9 stolen vehicles in West Jackson

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-03 06:57:12

SUMMARY: The text emphasizes the importance of voting and participation in democracy, especially in the current election cycle. It highlights the efforts of “When We All Vote” to increase voter participation through initiatives like partnering with the Essence Festival, Essence Ventures, and the Global Black Economic Forum to launch the “Essence Voting Squad.” This squad aims to recruit 10,000 members to register themselves and three others to vote. The organization will have a presence at the festival to engage attendees, featuring photo booths and voter registration drives. Additionally, key figures like First Lady Michelle Obama and other ambassadors will speak at the event to stress the cultural significance of voting. The text also encourages people to join the initiative online if they can't attend the festival.

The ESSENCE Festival of Culture™, The Global Black Economic Forum, and When We All Vote announced they are coming together to mobilize voters and bring voting to the culture this year. The partnership will launch at the 30th festival from July 4-7, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Beth Lynk, Executive Director of When We All Vote joins us to talk about the mission and more!
#essencefestival #whenweallvote #michelleobama #voting

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