Quinton Tellis Faces New Charges | Jackson News

Back-to-School Giveaway Hits Jackson | Jackson News

Hundreds of Jackson students got a major boost heading back to school, thanks to the fifth annual Back-to-School Giveaway at Fire Station Twenty—complete with backpacks, notebooks, pens, 150 uniforms, and 25 Chromebooks donated by Parents for Jackson Schools. For families already stretched thin by rising costs, this event eases the burden so kids can focus on learning. Organizers like Lakisha Thomas stress that community support is vital amid economic strain, ensuring every child walks into class ready to thrive. With school set to resume July 29, this annual effort proves that when neighbors rally, they can literally change a child’s future—one backpack, one uniform, one Chromebook at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/33bbe769493925f7

Financial Freedom Game at JSU | Jackson News

Jackson State University lit up Saturday with the Mississippi Charities Back-to-School Fair, where students got hands-on with financial literacy through Chase Bank’s giant “Road to Financial Freedom” board game, plus cooking, sports, and free backpacks—fueling futures one resource at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cc02f60c79f192b9

Twenty Dogs Rescued from Neglect | Jackson News

A Mississippi property owner stumbled upon over twenty neglected dogs abandoned on his property after evicting tenants—conditions so dire they demanded immediate rescue. PopFix, a local animal rescue group, rushed to the scene, providing food, water, and emergency care while working to safely remove the animals for medical treatment. The owner and rescue director both expressed heartbreak and a shared mission: giving these dogs a second chance and preventing future tragedies. With an exact count still pending, PopFix is accepting donations to support their lifesaving efforts. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/29e1b533106529dc

Carrying Forward Two Legacies | Jackson News

Two beloved Mississippi lawmakers, Rep. Bo Brown and Sen. Price Wallace, have passed away, leaving behind unfinished legislative legacies that their colleagues are now determined to carry forward. Brown’s push for criminal justice reform — especially expanding parole eligibility — and Wallace’s fight to restore Mississippi’s ballot initiative process are being revived by Rep. Earle Banks and Sen. Jeremy England, respectively. Brown, a tireless advocate for Black economic opportunity and justice, and Wallace, a grounded farmer championing agricultural policy, both left a profound mark on their districts. Though the road ahead is uncertain, their peers vow to honor their commitment — one bill at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/be6e081084b73d06

Quinton Tellis Faces New Charges | Jackson News

Quinton Tellis, just cleared of murder charges in the stabbing death of Ming Chen Hsiao, is now facing new legal trouble after being arrested in Louisiana for allegedly intimidating a witness — a charge carrying up to 40 years in prison. Though acquitted in his murder trial, he remains the prime suspect in the Jessica Chambers case in Mississippi and is still serving a burglary sentence, with release slated for October 2027. The situation is still unfolding, with officials withholding key details. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/98cd386fd7579994