JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – JTRAN will offer free rides until the end of September 2024.

Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba announced the free rides during a news conference on Monday, September 23.

This comes a few days after JTRAN buses resumed service following a nearly two week strike of the local Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU).

JTRAN suspended service across Jackson on Wednesday, September 4 due to the strike. Union members said they went on strike due to safety concerns.

MV Transportation has managed the City of Jackson’s fixed route and paratransit services since January 2024.