SUMMARY: Lawmakers in Mississippi did not hold a vote on Medicaid expansion and instead decided to continue negotiations on the compromise measure. House Democrats opposed the plan privately, fearing the inclusion of a work requirement. They argue that a work requirement would not be effective and could jeopardize Medicaid expansion efforts. Lawmakers have until Thursday to reach an agreement on the issue. Failure to do so could mean Medicaid expansion will not move forward. Rep. Robert Johnson III expressed concerns about the work requirement and its impact on the Medicaid expansion proposal.

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SUMMARY: Michael Grayer, 43, has been arrested and charged with the murder of his mother, Charlean Grayer, in Jackson. The body of Charlean Grayer, 68, was found with a single gunshot wound inside their home on Stokes Robertson Road. Initially, Michael Grayer claimed to have found his mother's body, but evidence led to his arrest. He was charged with murder after investigators recovered a single shell casing at the scene. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 23, and Michael Grayer was arrested on Wednesday, May 1.

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SUMMARY: Jahkee Johnson, a double leg amputee born with a rare condition, plans to walk across the state at Jackson State University's commencement. He chose a career in physical health and recreational therapy, inspired by his own disability. Johnson plays the trombone with the Sonic Boom of the South and pursued his studies at JSU. Despite challenges, he remains determined and will graduate on May 4. Johnson was born with tibial hemimelia and his mother made the decision to amputate his legs. Grateful for her choice, Johnson believes it shaped a different, more positive future for him.

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