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Mississippi postal worker sentenced for COVID-19 loan fraud
SUMMARY: LaSonja Jones, a 42-year-old Southaven woman, was ordered to repay over $80,000 in restitution after being convicted for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 Payroll Protection Loans with false information about her businesses. At the time, Jones was an employee of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. U.S. District Court Judge Sharion Aycock sentenced her to five years of supervised release. The case highlights extensive fraud during the pandemic, with an estimated $300 billion stolen from $5 trillion in relief funds, including PPP, EIDL, and FPUC programs. FBI Special Agent David Nanz emphasized the long-term financial impact on American taxpayers.
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Batesville woman arrested for making bombs tried to escape from jail, sheriff says
SUMMARY: Christina Willis, 27, of Batesville, accused of making homemade explosives and attempting to kill with one, faces new charges for allegedly conspiring to escape Lafayette County jail with Mark Montgomery, 48. Authorities received a tip on August 14 about their escape plan. Willis was initially arrested on August 5 after a suspicious package containing a live bomb was discovered and safely detonated in Lafayette County. A joint investigation led to her home in Panola County, where bomb materials, explosives, firearms, and narcotics were found. Willis faces charges including attempted murder, planting explosives, and conspiracy to escape. Montgomery was released on $50,000 bond.
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Mississippi governor deploying national guard troops to Washington, D.C.
SUMMARY: Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves approved deploying 200 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., backing President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of the city’s police force and surge of federal agents. Trump’s move follows rising violent crime, including the recent assault of a government employee and last year’s fatal carjacking of former official Mike Gill. Reeves said the Guard will help “restore law and order” and ensure public safety. Trump has 30 days of emergency control but may extend it through a national emergency. D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb is suing over the takeover. Other GOP governors are also sending troops.
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Rattler’s comeback moment helps Saints to 17-17 tie with Jaguars
SUMMARY: The New Orleans Saints (0-1-1) rallied to a 17-17 preseason tie against the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-1-1). Rookie quarterback Tyler Shough struggled in the first half with limited scoring, but backup Spencer Rattler led an 87-yard, 11-play drive late in the game to tie it with a touchdown and a two-point conversion. Jacksonville’s points came from Trevor Lawrence’s touchdown passes, a run by Bayshul Tuten, and a field goal by Cam Little. Coach Kellen Moore praised Rattler’s clutch performance and highlighted the ongoing quarterback competition. The Saints and Jaguars each had notable defensive plays, including interceptions. Next games: Saints vs. Broncos, Jaguars at Dolphins.
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