SUMMARY: Brittany Carter's conviction for second-degree murder in connection to the death of Chornell Mayfield was upheld by the Mississippi Court of Appeals. She was sentenced to 40 years in prison, with 10 years suspended, and an additional five-year term for possession of a stolen firearm. Carter had argued self-defense during her appeal, but the court found the evidence sufficient to support the conviction. Mayfield was left comatose for two years after Carter intentionally struck her with a vehicle in 2017, eventually leading to her death. The court affirmed Carter's conviction and sentence, finding no errors in the trial court.

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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi signed the Student Funding Formula to replace MAEP, bringing $250 million to public schools. Squatted vehicles will be banned in the state. The Capitol Complex Improvement District boundaries will expand, including Jackson Academy, Spann Elementary, and McLeod Elementary. Capitol police will have primary jurisdiction in this area starting July 1, 2024.

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SUMMARY: A school bus crash in Millport, Alabama resulted in minor injuries for the students on board. The accident occurred on Highway 96 when the bus was rear-ended by a truck. The driver of the truck was taken to the hospital with minor injuries, while at least one student was checked out by parents. Chief Charles White emphasized the issue of vehicles passing stopped school buses and highlighted speed and cell phone use as major problems on Highway 96. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the incident.

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