www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-29 17:30:26

SUMMARY: Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is suing the Biden administration over its plan to expand Title IX to cover LGBTQ+ students. Title IX was established in 1972 to protect women from discrimination, but the Biden administration announced that it will now also prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics in federally funded education programs. Fitch, along with other Republican attorneys general, filed a legal challenge to this ruling, claiming that Title IX has been crucial for girls for over fifty years and the Biden administration's actions will undo important progress.

Mississippi AG suing over Title IX change

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-04-29 16:24:08

SUMMARY: The 2024 legislative session is coming to a close, with state lawmakers focusing on negotiations around Medicaid expansion. The main sticking point is the work requirement, with the House proposing an 80-hour monthly requirement while the Senate wants 120 hours. The House compromise covers up to 138% of the federal poverty level and includes language mandating a reapplication for work requirements once approved by the federal government. The Senate has not included this language, leading to ongoing debates between House and Senate negotiators. The session is set to end with an 8:00 PM deadline for filing conference reports.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-04-29 15:26:08

SUMMARY: Over 70 children from the East Mississippi area competed in the Scholastic spring chess tournament at MCM, featuring both rated and unrated players from kindergarten to 12th grade. The tournament consisted of five rounds and was played in a swiss format. Many players were trained by their parents or on school teams, showcasing a mix of experienced and new players. Chess is seen as a beneficial activity for children, helping to sharpen their brain skills and improve academic performance. Parent involvement was emphasized as crucial for kids' development through chess, which also has positive impacts on math, reading, problem-solving, and behavioral skills. Trophies were awarded to the top three players in each division.

Players from all over the East Mississippi area competed at the Scholastic Spring Chess Tournament at the Mississippi Children's Museum of Meridian on Saturday

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