Mississippi News
What’s next for Lexington citizens amid DOJ investigation?
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and Lexington residents are anticipating reform in the city's police department after the Justice Department launched an investigation into the Lexington Police Department (LPD). Allegations include systemic constitutional and federal law violations, focusing on excessive use of force, discriminatory stops, searches, arrests, and violations of First Amendment rights. Citizens report being victimized and living in fear due to LPD actions and the neglect of elected officials. People with relevant information are encouraged to contact the Justice Department or report civil rights violations through provided emails and phone numbers.
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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves of Mississippi has requested Individual Assistance from FEMA for six counties impacted by severe storms in April 2024. The counties include Hancock, Hinds, Humphreys, Madison, Neshoba, and Scott. The request comes after the validation of the number of homes destroyed or severely damaged in each county. If approved, Individual Assistance can provide grants for housing and repairs, low-cost loans for property losses, and other programs for recovery. Mississippi must meet FEMA requirements for approval. The declaration is meant to help residents restore, rebuild, and recover from the effects of the disaster.
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SUMMARY: Former West Point police officer Donovan Jeffers and his wife Quiyona Pederson have been charged with murder in connection to the death of their four-month-old child. The couple brought the infant to the hospital with head and neck injuries in November 2022, and the State Medical Examiner's Office determined the injuries were a result of abuse. Arrest warrants were issued, but the couple fled the state and were arrested in West Virginia in April 2024. They have since been booked into the Clay County Detention Center and each received a $300,000 bond.
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SUMMARY: Ashley Johnson from Copiah County, Mississippi has been charged with fraudulently receiving $31,259 in SNAP benefits by not accurately reporting her household income and composition to the Mississippi Department of Human Services. After a SNAP fraud investigation, she was served an arrest warrant in April 2024. The case was referred to the Copiah County District Attorney's office and an indictment was secured in March 2024. Johnson is accused of stealing a total of $70,000 in SNAP benefits.
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SuperTalk FM4 days agoLegislation outlawing ‘squatted’ vehicles in Mississippi signed into law
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State approves $160M to expand Highway 7 to four lanes in Lafayette County
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Mississippi governor approves bill allowing electronic search warrants
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PRC’s Bats Come Alive Late As Blue Devils Beat Picayune To Advance To 6A South State Title Series
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Mississippi Today5 days agoOn this day in 1917
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Mississippi News5 days ago
LCSO wants people aware of a scam circling the area
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Mississippi News5 days ago
Winston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting at Dave’s Club
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Mississippi News2 days agoStrong storms late Wednesday night – Home – WCBI TV
