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Mississippi sees lowest unemployment rate in state history for second month in a row

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12 months ago

May 20, 2023

Mississippi's unemployment rate has reached a record low in state history for the second month in a row after totaling 3.4 percent in April.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Mississippi has continued to make state history by reporting a lower rate of unemployment after totaling 3.5 percent during the previous month.

In March, 18 other states had a decrease in unemployment rates, while 32 reported stable numbers. Compared to March of 2022, 11 states and the District of Columbia had jobless rate decreases, 10 states had increases, and 29 had little change….

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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Mississippi sees lowest unemployment rate in state history for second month in a row
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Published Date: Fri, 19 May 2023 19:34:12 +0000

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Jury deliberations underway in Beth Ann White retrial

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53 mins ago

May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Tia McKenzie – 2024-05-02 10:57:54

SUMMARY: Beth Ann White is currently on trial for causing a crash that killed a mother and her six-month-old son, while also leaving the mother's two other children with brain and spinal injuries. White's blood alcohol content was three times the legal limit at the time of the crash, and she has been indicted on four counts of aggravated DUI. After the first trial ended with a hung jury, White was re-indicted and the retrial is currently ongoing. The defense is arguing whether White was actually under the influence at the time of the crash. The state has presented its case and the defense has not called any witnesses.

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Silver Alert issued for 55-year-old Jackson man

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57 mins ago

May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-02 10:54:24

SUMMARY: A Silver Alert has been issued for 55-year-old Joseph Turner from Jackson, Mississippi, who was last seen on May 1. Turner was walking in an unknown direction wearing an Army-colored hoodie, red shirt, and blue jeans. He suffers from a medical condition that may impair his judgment. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is seeking information on his whereabouts, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Jackson Police Department. In other news, a Biloxi councilman has pleaded guilty to a drug conspiracy involving vape shops.

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Altercation at Mississippi police department leads to officer-involved shooting

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3 hours ago

May 2, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-02 09:06:07

SUMMARY: Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting at a Mississippi police department in Mendenhall. The incident occurred on May 2 while an officer was booking a suspect on domestic violence charges. An altercation took place between the suspect and the officer, resulting in the officer discharging his weapon and shooting the suspect. The officer sustained minor injuries, and the suspect was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the incident, and their findings will be shared with the Mississippi Attorney General's Office.

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