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Upgrades coming soon to Lee County Juvenile Detention Center

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4 weeks ago

April 3, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-04-03 20:19:36

SUMMARY: The Lee County Juvenile Detention Center is facing a security issue that will be resolved with upgrades to the lock and intercom systems. The central control panel will be updated, allowing for better security measures within the facility. Sheriff Jim Johnson explains that without these upgrades, there have been serious security threats due to malfunctioning systems. The cost for the new equipment is estimated to be around $100,000, and the Sheriff's Department is working on a timeline for installation. The current system has not been replaced since the center was built in 2000, and the original company no longer exists.

WTVAs Jake White speaks with Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson about security risks at the Lee County Juvenile Detention Center

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-02 06:05:49

SUMMARY: Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch and other Republican states are seeking to block a rule that would protect students against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity in schools. Fitch believes the Biden administration has overstepped its legal authority in extending regulations to include discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. LGBTQ advocates argue that the rule is necessary to protect students who have faced physical harassment or assault in schools. There is ongoing political and legal conflict in Mississippi over LGBTQ issues, including laws preventing transgender female athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports teams. The Department of Education clarifies that the rule does not apply to sports teams and plans to issue a separate rule addressing sex-separate athletic teams.

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Ex-PRCC employee arrested on child exploitation charge

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7 hours ago

May 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-02 00:04:06

SUMMARY: The Pearl River County Sheriff's Department arrested Bulls on Tuesday for allegations involving a crime, causing shock and disappointment among college leaders. They stated that there was no evidence of a crime on campus. The Sheriff's Office announced that they did not expect additional victims in the case, but the investigation is ongoing. More information on this story is available on their website.

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Interstate-59 south backed up late Wednesday afternoon by single-vehicle accident

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May 2, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-02 00:04:06

SUMMARY: Hattisburg police are dealing with a single vehicle accident on i59 just south of West 4th Street, causing traffic to back up. Emergency crews are on the scene, and one lane has been reopened. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution in the area until the scene is completely clear.