Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
Good morning, Jackson.
A federal judge ruled that Mississippi may proceed with the execution of death row inmate Richard Gerald Jordan — scheduled for June 25 — after his request to delay the event was denied.
Jordan, 79, was convicted of kidnapping and murder in 1976, and the judge ordered the state to contact the court if the first drug does not work.
JPD is asking for the public’s help to identify a burglary suspect seen on June 11 at 1:30 a.m. on Carolwood Drive, where he was caught on video breaking into a truck and is known to visit the area twice a month between 1:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m.—he wears blue shorts and a blue t-shirt, gloves, and high-top tennis shoes with red soles and is known to search residents’ mailboxes.
A man shot two women at the Windsor Court apartments in Yazoo City on Sunday morning and is now in custody — both victims were taken to hospitals, with one airlifted to a Jackson hospital, police chief Terry Gann said.
The FDA approved Yeztugo, a new HIV prevention drug that requires only two injections per year, after clinical trials in Jackson showed 99.9% of participants remained HIV negative.
Local doctors and health advocates say the drug—groundbreaking for its discreet approach—may help lower the state’s high HIV rates.
The Cleverlys Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Duling Hall Live Music & Events — Tickets available — Experience a unique blend of comedy and music with The Cleverlys who deliver a night full of laughs and melodies.
Ratchet Bingo Bash
8-11 p.m. — Hilton Jackson — Prizes for winners — The craziest bingo party to hit Mississippi with singing, dancing, and games.
BGBB Kid's Red Carpet Book Tour & Literacy Festival
5-9 p.m. — Mississippi E-Center at Jackson State University — Family-friendly event — Celebrate literacy with interactive activities and discover diverse books.
Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic 5k Run/Walk
7:30-10 a.m. — Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum — Benefiting the museum — Participate in a fun and vibrant 5k event with a refreshing watermelon theme.
SCC Summer Sizzler 2025
12 PM — Baptist Healthplex — Registration fees from $40 — Engage in a signature cycling event with multiple distance options and community support.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Ark — Limited spots available — Elevate your basketball game with intensive skill development in Jackson, MS.
37th Annual Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Clyde Muse Center — Admission info unavailable — Experience Mississippi’s oldest outdoor show with exhibits, activities, and entertainment for the whole family.
Neon Night
8-11:59 p.m. — Mississippi Children's Museum — Food & drinks included — Experience a vibrant night with glowing lights, electrifying music, and delicious snacks.
Becoming with Maximus Wright
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tougaloo College — Free entry — Engage in a night of inspiration and growth as you explore personal transformations.
Jackson Mississippi ServiceNow User Group Interest Meeting
6-7 p.m. — C Spire Corporate — Free admission — Connect with fellow ServiceNow users to share knowledge and experiences in the industry.
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