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Biden designates new national monument to honor Emmett Till, Mamie Till-Mobley

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10 months ago

July 25, 2023

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2023-07-25 19:55:59

SUMMARY: President Biden has established the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument as the 425th national park in America, located in Jackson. Councilman Kenneth Stokes has expressed his vision to expand the park and make improvements. He believes that the park should be honored in memory of Emmett Till, a young man who was abducted, tortured, and lynched at the age of 14 after being falsely accused of whistling at a white woman. Stokes sees the park as a source of pride for the Till family and the citizens of Mississippi. The lessons learned from Till's death serve as a catalyst for the civil rights movement.

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-18 11:14:55

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-18 11:14:17

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May 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-18 09:12:47

SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department has arrested and charged Bobby Jones with murder in connection to a deadly gas station shooting that took place at the Shell station on Northside Drive. The incident occurred around 6:30 AM on Friday morning, resulting in the shooting of Joshua Bennett. A witness reported hearing four to six shots and seeing the shooter grab a backpack before leaving the scene. Police emphasize the importance of individual responsibility in such cases and stress the need for respect in the community. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as more details are released.