SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the Rankin County Sheriff’s Office following the sentencing of six officers involved in a police brutality ring known as the “Goon Squad.” The investigation aims to uncover any patterns of excessive force, unlawful stops and searches, and racially discriminatory practices. Reports indicate broader misconduct and a culture of abuse, including unlawful entry, use of excessive force, and coercing confessions. Despite acknowledging the presence of good officers, officials emphasize the alarming conduct of some deputies, prompting the necessity for this civil investigation to address systemic issues within the department.

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SUMMARY: Jenny Lukens, the girlfriend of Jordan Cummins, has pleaded guilty to misleading law enforcement following the shooting deaths of Joshua Spann and Jubilee Simpkins during the 2023 St. Paddy’s Day Parade in Jackson. She admitted to embellishing Cummins’ account of the events and fled the scene instead of cooperating with police. A jury found Cummins guilty of double murder, as he was beating Lukens when concerned bystanders intervened, leading to fatal gunfire. Lukens was sentenced to ten years in prison, with six years suspended and four to be served under house arrest, after initially being charged with hindering prosecution.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated over $2 million to Mississippi to combat residential health hazards, particularly lead-based paint exposure. This funding is part of an $87 million initiative benefiting 18 states through HUD’s Capital Fund Housing-Related Hazards and Lead-Based Paint Capital Fund programs. The Hattiesburg Housing Authority received $2,023,552 for lead remediation, aiding homes that pose health risks for children, especially in low-income families. HUD emphasizes the importance of this funding in addressing harmful living conditions and aligning with standards for assessing housing safety and health hazards.

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