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DOJ: City of Lexington violated citizens’ civil rights with unlawful arrests, fines
SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Justice’s report condemns Lexington, Mississippi, and its police for systemic constitutional violations, including unlawful arrests of those unable to pay fines, excessive force, and racial discrimination. The investigation revealed a pattern of misconduct, with the Lexington Police Department arresting nearly 25% of its population, primarily for low-level offenses, disproportionately affecting Black residents. Additionally, the department imposed unjust money bail and lacked accountability mechanisms. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke emphasized the need for police to respect citizens’ rights, announcing plans for community engagement on reforms. The department will work with Lexington to rectify these issues.
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SUMMARY: Republican Senator Roger Wicker has successfully defeated Democratic challenger Ty Pinkins in Mississippi’s U.S. Senate race. This victory marks Wicker’s fourth election win since he first assumed office in 2007. As the current ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Wicker could become its chair if Republicans gain a Senate majority. Pinkins, who ran an active campaign but struggled with financial backing, previously lost the 2023 election for Mississippi Secretary of State. He is a military veteran and Georgetown Law graduate, challenging Wicker after being unopposed in the Democratic primary election.
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SUMMARY: Cooper Pratt, a Biloxi Shuckers infielder from Senatobia, has been awarded the 2024 MiLB Rawlings Gold Glove Award for shortstop, marking him as the fifth player from the franchise to achieve this honor since 2015. In 2024, he participated in 96 games across Single-A Carolina and High-A Wisconsin, contributing to Wisconsin’s first Midwest League Championship Series appearance since 2012. Pratt excelled defensively with a .976 fielding percentage, 338 total chances, 203 assists, and helped turn 51 double plays. The award winners will receive their Gold Gloves during the 2025 season.
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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) has awarded $3.5 million to 20 arts organizations across 13 counties through the Building Fund for the Arts (BFA) Grant. This funding supports the repair, renovation, and construction of facilities for year-round arts programming in the state. David Lewis, executive director of MAC, emphasized the grant’s significance for enhancing arts and cultural identity in Mississippi. A total of 41 letters of intent were submitted, requesting $7 million. The awarded projects include renovations for Ballet Mississippi and the Mississippi Children‘s Museum, as well as improvements for various community arts spaces. Projects must be completed within two years.
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