SUMMARY: A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against Jackson filed by Retro Metro, LLC, after the city ended its lease early at Metrocenter Mall due to unsafe conditions, including raw sewage and water leaks. Retro Metro sought damages for breach of contract, as the city had moved offices to a new location. The judge also dismissed a separate discrimination claim by Retro Metro, which alleged preferential treatment for white-owned companies. The court concluded that the city acted to protect employees and the public, and the decision to relocate was not racially motivated, as emphasized by Jackson’s officials.

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SUMMARY: The House Ethics Committee Republicans voted against releasing findings from their investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, Trump’s nominee for attorney general, amidst sexual misconduct allegations. This decision offers Gaetz temporary relief but does not end the scrutiny he faces during his confirmation process. The committee will meet again on December 5. GOP senators have expressed support for Gaetz, framing the opposition as a politically motivated attack. Despite Gaetz’s denial of allegations, the scrutiny continues, with Senate Judiciary Democrats demanding evidence from the FBI. With Republicans gaining majority control, confirmation hearings for Trump’s nominees are expected to begin in January.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi’s Public Service Commission is hosting a Telecom Summit on December 10, from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Woolfolk Building in downtown Jackson. The event will feature keynote speakers from major telecommunication companies and experts who will address current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the state’s information and communication sector. The commissioners emphasized that connectivity is vital for economic growth and community well-being and aim to collaborate with industry leaders to advance telecom developments in Mississippi. Registration is available online, and the event will also be accessible for remote viewing.

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