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Councilman holds meeting to discuss Jackson's parking meters
SUMMARY: Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes hosted a meeting to address concerns about new downtown parking meters in Jackson, Mississippi. Stokes highlighted difficulties faced by elderly residents, who struggle to operate the new kiosks from SP Plus, leading to confusion and fines from third-party ticket issuers. Former Hinds County Supervisor David Archie criticized the aggressive ticketing practices, while SP Plus senior manager Alice Wallace provided guidance on using the kiosks, which accept coins and credit cards. She reassured attendees that those ticketed can appeal through the process outlined on their tickets, aiming to improve user experience.
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SUMMARY: Byram police arrested James Beasley after a chase on Interstate 55 North on November 7. Beasley was wanted in multiple states for robbery, carjacking, and grand larceny. Officers initiated the pursuit when they learned he was driving a stolen vehicle linked to a carjacking in the Capitol Complex Improvement District of Jackson. The chase, which began in Byram, concluded near the 2300 block of Terry Road in Jackson, where Beasley was taken into custody by Capitol police.
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SUMMARY: The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against the Mississippi State Senate, claiming racial discrimination against Kristie Metcalfe, a Black former staff attorney. The suit alleges that Metcalfe was paid approximately half of her white colleagues’ salaries, violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke emphasized that such discriminatory practices are unlawful and damaging. The lawsuit seeks back pay and damages for Metcalfe, following an investigation by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which referred the case to the DOJ after unsuccessful attempts at resolution.
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SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, community organizations are providing free meals to assist families during the holiday season. The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office, led by Lt. Rhonda Sanders, runs a food pantry to collect and distribute food to local pantries, emphasizing support without judgment. Brenda Colvin, a donor, shares her personal connection to helping those in need. Another local charity, Loaves and Fishes, serves meals daily without means testing. Both organizations are active in preparing for the holidays and are accepting donations, welcoming contributions to support families experiencing financial difficulties.
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