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Bond denied for pair of teens allegedly involved in shooting at South Mississippi Fair

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-10-22 06:16:00

SUMMARY: Akealeis McKenzie and Jailen Shade, both 18, were denied bond after being charged in a shooting incident at the South Mississippi Fair in Laurel. Occurring during an altercation, the shooting left 17-year-old Darren Duff injured; he is expected to recover. McKenzie faces charges of attempted murder and possession of a stolen firearm, while Shade is charged with attempted murder. The judge deemed them a threat to society and a flight risk. Following the incident, the fair was initially closed for the night but reopened with enhanced security measures in place.

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Attorneys want SCOTUS to say Mississippi’s felony voting ban is cruel and unusual

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www.supertalk.fm – Emily Wagster Pettus – 2024-11-21 15:36:00

SUMMARY: Attorneys are urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Mississippi’s Jim Crow-era law that disenfranchises individuals convicted of certain felonies, including nonviolent offenses like forgery and timber theft. Most affected individuals lose their voting rights for life, with limited options for restoration. The appeal argues that this severe disenfranchisement scheme is unconstitutional and disproportionately impacts Black residents. Since 1994, nearly 50,000 people have lost voting rights in Mississippi, with a significant portion completing their sentences. The current case challenges a July ruling from the conservative 5th Circuit, emphasizing the need for judicial intervention in altering these laws.

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Former Mississippi probation officer to spend 3 years in prison for embezzlement scheme

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November 21, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-21 13:36:00

SUMMARY: LaCosta Lee, a former probation officer in Mississippi, has pleaded guilty to six counts of embezzlement. She admitted to stealing funds intended for court-ordered fines while working for Court Programs, Inc. State Auditor Shad White noted the office’s effectiveness in recovering money in recent years. Lee was sentenced to three years in prison, followed by five years of supervision, and is required to pay $7,713.75 in restitution and fines. White encouraged the public to report suspected fraud to his office.

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Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s pick for attorney general

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November 21, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – The Associated Press – 2024-11-21 11:54:00

SUMMARY: Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for attorney general under President-elect Donald Trump due to ongoing scrutiny from a federal sex trafficking investigation, jeopardizing his confirmation. Gaetz’s decision came after a meeting with senators to garner support, acknowledging that his nomination was becoming a distraction. Trump praised Gaetz for his efforts but recognized the need for a swift transition. Gaetz faced allegations involving payments for sex and interactions with underage individuals but denied any wrongdoing, asserting that investigations concluded without charges. His withdrawal signals potential resistance within the GOP to candidates with controversial backgrounds.

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