Mississippi News
Multiple shootings shake Columbus; City leaders respond
SUMMARY: City leaders in Columbus, Mississippi are concerned about the rise in violent crime and plan to step up security measures to catch criminals. Over the weekend, two innocent bystanders were shot in separate incidents, prompting city officials to take action. Councilman Stephen Jones emphasized the need for community involvement in catching criminals and denounced the “no snitching” culture. Mayor Keith Gaskin expressed worry for both citizens and police officers, and mentioned the introduction of new NOLA cameras to help identify suspects. Residents are encouraged to support the police through Neighborhood Watch programs and report any information on crimes to authorities.
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3rd-grade state reading assessment passing numbers hold steady
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Education reported that 75.7% of third graders passed the state reading assessment on the first try, a slight decrease from the previous year's 76.3% pass rate. In the Monroe County School District, 92.4% of third graders passed on the first attempt, the second highest percentage in the state, while the Baldwyn School District had the lowest pass rate at 45.8%. Students who did not pass were given a second test in February, with a second retest scheduled for June. For updates, follow the Mississippi Department of Education on Facebook.
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2nd Annual 601 JXN Day to be held in June
SUMMARY: The City of Jackson will hold the second annual 601 JXN Day on June 1-2, 2024, starting with the JXN Run Club 601 JXN Day Run. The event aims to celebrate the capital city and promote community pride through various events, promotions, and engagement opportunities. Organizers hope to continue growing the brand and making it an annual celebration for residents and visitors alike.
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Jackson man sentenced for killing 3 family members, including pregnant sister
SUMMARY: Maurice Forte, a 29-year-old man from Jackson, Mississippi, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murders of his grandmother, mother, and pregnant sister in 2018. Forte was convicted on four counts of capital murder after fatally shooting the three women multiple times in their home. The victims were Forte's grandmother, mother, and sister who was seven-months pregnant. Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens stated that Forte showed “senseless violence” by shooting his grandmother eighteen times, his mother nine times, and his pregnant sister twice. Forte will serve life in prison without the possibility of parole for his actions.
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