Mississippi News
Bill that closes PSC campaign finance loophole now law
SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor has signed a bill into law that closes a campaign finance loophole for Public Service commissioners. The new law prohibits representatives of renewable energy companies from donating to commissioners and candidates for the office. Previously, questionable campaign donations were received by Public Service Commissioners Brent Bailey, Dane Maxwell, and Brandon Presley, which did not violate PSC policy at the time. State Senator Joel Carter introduced the bill, stating that it aims to prevent outside influence on decisions affecting ratepayers. The focus is on ensuring that only those directly affected by decisions, such as ratepayers, can donate to these campaigns.
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SUMMARY: Jackson police are investigating after a body was found in the Pearl River near South State Street and Gallatin Street. The deceased person, identified as a male, was found on Tuesday, April 30, prompting multiple emergency units to respond to recover the body. Rankin County deputies and Richland police also assisted at the scene. This incident is being considered a double homicide, with Detective Tommie Brown leading the investigation. Crews are currently working to recover the body from the river. The situation is still developing, and more information is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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Protesters in custody after Columbia calls in police to end pro-Palestinian occupation
SUMMARY: Late on Tuesday, police arrested protesters after Columbia University requested their assistance in ending a pro-Palestinian occupation on campus. The police, equipped with helmets and riot gear, cleared out Hamilton Hall, a building that had been occupied by demonstrators for more than 12 hours. The decision to involve law enforcement came after protesters vandalized and blockaded the building, forcing campus security out. The nationwide campus protests started in response to Israel's offensive in Gaza, with tensions rising as administrators face pressure to clear protesters before commencement ceremonies. Despite negotiations and compromises at other universities, the protests continue amid accusations of antisemitism and calls for divestment.
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SUMMARY: West Point High School in Mississippi hosted a Financial Literacy Art Contest for students in the accounting class. The goal was to equip them with skills to make good financial decisions as they transition into adulthood. Students chose a financial literacy topic and created artwork to represent it. The judging criteria included creativity, artistic execution, and incorporation of a financial literacy theme. The top five winners received trophies, and the top three also received cash prizes. The teacher emphasized the importance of knowing how to manage finances, such as avoiding maxing out credit cards and understanding bank statements and savings accounts.
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