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Columbus city leaders explore options to reduce gun violence

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1 month ago

April 17, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-04-17 16:25:44

SUMMARY: Columbus leaders in Mississippi are exploring ways to reduce gun violence in the city by targeting shooters' wallets. The city council considered imposing the state's maximum penalty of $1,000 or six months in jail for convictions related to shooting incidents. City Attorney Jeff Turnage proposed the measure, which was rescinded before a vote as the council wanted to study it more closely. Other creative ideas, such as the seizure of firearms, are also being considered. While exploring different options to address gun violence, the council is seeking more effective solutions beyond just fines or jail time.

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Jackson will host National Folk Festival for three years

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55 mins ago

May 21, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Jaylon Anderson – 2024-05-21 17:16:02

SUMMARY: Jackson, Mississippi, has been selected as the host city for the National Folk Festival from 2025 to 2027, outshining 42 other cities in the nation. This prestigious event is the longest-running traditional arts festival in the U.S., featuring a free, three-day, outdoor celebration of music, dance, and traditional arts. Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba expressed excitement about the honor, highlighting Mississippi's rich musical heritage. The festival is expected to attract over 330,000 visitors, generating more than $60 million in economic impact. Held in November, the festival will feature multiple stages, a dance pavilion, traditional crafts, diverse foods, and folklore activities.

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Court upholds conviction of man sentenced in Jackson rapper’s death

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May 21, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-05-21 16:53:30

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Court of Appeals upheld Antoine Carr's conviction and life sentence for the first-degree murder of Jackson rapper Lonnie Taylor, known as Lil Lonnie. Carr's appeal, which claimed prosecutorial misconduct, was rejected, with the court finding no reversible error. The conviction stems from an April 2018 shooting where Taylor was found shot in a vehicle. Carr, along with Monya Davis and Marshun Carr, were arrested in Texas. Davis also received a life sentence, which he unsuccessfully appealed, while Marshun Carr was sentenced to 18 years. The shooting took place on April 19, 2018, in Jackson, Mississippi.

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East Webster baseball rallies to defeat West Marion in game one of 3A championship

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May 21, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Grace Ybarra – 2024-05-21 16:43:19

SUMMARY: East Webster baseball triumphed over West Marion 12-6 in game one of the 3A championship series. Despite falling behind 6-3 after a tough fourth inning, East Webster rallied with nine unanswered runs for the win. Wolverines' head coach Blake Hutchison attributed the victory to a team effort and noted their strong response to adversity. With this win, East Webster remains undefeated in the playoffs and is now one win away from securing their fourth state title. They will play game two at 1 p.m. on Thursday.

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