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Youth Court Judge says there is a dire need for foster homes – Home – WCBI TV

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June 27, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Allie Martin – 2024-06-27 19:30:05

SUMMARY: Judge Staci Bevill of Lee County Youth Court highlights a growing crisis in Northeast Mississippi: the severe shortage of foster homes. Many foster kids are forced to move far from their communities due to this scarcity, exacerbating their already difficult situations. Most foster cases stem from parents' drug offenses, and while efforts are made to place children with relatives, it's not always feasible. With 4,002 children in CPS custody statewide and 179 in Lee County, the need for foster homes is escalating. CPS officials urge communities to recognize this as a shared problem and encourage more individuals to become foster parents. The application process can take up to six months.

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Three arrested in Adams County for allegedly trafficking Roxicodone

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3 hours ago

July 3, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-07-03 22:01:25

SUMMARY: Adams County deputies arrested three men—Arthur Grayson, Quentin Pollard, and Alphonse Lewis—on July 3, 2024, while they exchanged 652 Roxicodone pills containing fentanyl. The arrests occurred at Lower Woodville Road and Grove Acres. Authorities confiscated $2,727 and two trucks. Additionally, a search warrant at Grayson's home resulted in the seizure of vehicles, a Zosi DVR, and $283. This is the third instance of Grayson's arrest for trafficking Roxicodone. Sheriff Patten highlighted the dangers of these non-pharmaceutical pills, which have a high profit margin and a street value of $19,560.

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Case hits close to home in Columbus

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July 3, 2024

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www.wcbi.com – Shawanda Jones – 2024-07-03 19:23:55

SUMMARY: The FBI reports nearly half a million children go missing annually in the US, with over a million running away from home according to a 2023 study. Mississippi legally charges children for running away, and those harboring them can face charges too. The article discusses Franchesca McCaa, a 16-year-old from Columbus, Mississippi, initially reported missing but confirmed as a runaway by the police. Despite contacting her mother, Franchesca claims she does not want to return home. Her mother expresses concern over her safety, citing threats and violence against her daughter, and pleads for community assistance in locating her.

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Mississippi House Speaker creates Jackson revitalization committee

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July 3, 2024

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www.wjtv.com – Richard Lake – 2024-07-03 19:09:10

SUMMARY: A legislative committee led by House Speaker Jason White has been formed to address critical issues in Jackson, Mississippi. The 19-member bipartisan group, co-chaired by Representatives Shanda Yates and Clay Mansell, will focus on water, crime, and derelict properties. Their goal is to determine the state's role after the federal receiver's position ends and find solutions for crime and homelessness. The committee includes Rep. Chris Bell, who aims to secure more economic opportunities for his constituents. Hearings are anticipated later in the summer or early fall to discuss these issues further.

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