Department of Justice names Jackson model cities winner
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- The U.S. Department of Justice is awarding more than $63 million to the City of Jackson as part of its new Model Cities initiative.
Officials say the funding will help expand law enforcement staffing, upgrade technology, strengthen forensic capabilities, and support crime victims.
Jackson was selected from nearly 50 cities nationwide after making significant progress in reducing violent crime.
City leaders say the investment will help build on those gains and improve public safety across the capital city.
Jackson is one of six cities nationwide selected for the initiative.
