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Woman shot in the head working an Uber shift last week in Gulfport

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1 year ago

January 25, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – Jazell Ladner – 2023-01-25 17:49:46

Linda Buford was shot working her Uber shift last Friday by a passenger in Gulfport near Tennessee Street and Chicago Avenue.

Seventeen-year-old Trinyell Coats Jr. admitted to shooting Buford and has been charged with aggravated assault and taken to the Harrison County Jail with a bond set at $250,000.

Buford has been sharing her story and recovery status on Facebook. She said, “I was weaving around traffic, honking and literally flying, part in shock, going ‘OMG, OMG.' Part of me worried about all the blood in the car, part of me literally was freaking out and…

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NFL draft has been on tour for a decade and the next stop is Detroit, giving it a shot in spotlight

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9 hours ago

April 25, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-04-25 15:10:14

SUMMARY: Detroit is set to host the NFL draft, showcasing its progress after emerging from bankruptcy in 2013. The city has seen significant development, including a renovated train depot, a new skyscraper, and improved downtown areas. With an expected economic impact of $160 million, the draft will bring in thousands of visitors and provide a boost to local businesses. Efforts are being made to enhance security for the event, with increased police presence and monitoring of social media for potential threats. Mayor Mike Duggan hopes the draft will help reintroduce Detroit to America and change its image.

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Sister of Mississippi man who died after police pulled him from car rejects lawsuit settlement

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15 hours ago

April 25, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-04-25 09:39:00

SUMMARY: A woman rejected a settlement from Jackson, Mississippi after officials disclosed the amount they would pay her for her brother's death at the hands of three police officers. George Robinson died in 2019 after being pulled from a car by the officers. The city settled for $17,786, but the woman's attorney claimed the city violated a confidentiality agreement and will continue to sue. The lawsuit alleged that the officers brutally beat Robinson, who had not committed any crime. One officer was convicted of negligence manslaughter, but his conviction was later overturned. Additionally, the woman's son was killed by an off-duty police officer, leading to a separate investigation.

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USM School of Education Ranked in U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Education Schools

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1 day ago

April 24, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-04-24 16:08:19

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi's School of Education has been ranked No. 99 among the Best Education Schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 2024. The ranking is a result of the school's dedication to transforming the human condition through teaching, research, and service. The climb from No. 138 in 2023 to the top 100 was achieved through the impact the faculty and staff are making on student success. The School of Education offers undergraduate and graduate programs, and prospective students can compare USM with other institutions on USNews.com. University President Dr. Joseph S. Paul is proud of the school's excellence and recognition.

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