SUMMARY: The Supreme Court upheld Mississippi’s practice of permanently denying voting rights to individuals convicted of certain felonies, including nonviolent crimes like forgery and timber theft. The Court rejected an appeal from residents who had completed their sentences but could not regain their voting rights. The ruling supported the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which stated the decision to restore voting rights lies with state legislators, not the courts. Critics argue the law is a remnant of segregation, disproportionately affecting Black residents. Restoring voting rights requires a governor’s pardon or legislative approval, but it is rarely granted.

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SUMMARY: Super Bowl LIX will take place on February 9, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans. Several Mississippi players will be participating, including Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones, a six-time All-Pro, and Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown, who had over 1,000 receiving yards this season. Linebacker Nakobe Dean and running back Kenneth Gainwell from the Eagles and linebacker Swayze Bozeman from the Chiefs also represent Mississippi. Chiefs coach Todd Pinkston, a Southern Miss alum, will face his former team. Kendrick Lamar and SZA will headline the halftime show, with anticipated celebrity commercials.

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SUMMARY: Southern Miss secured its first road win of the season, defeating Louisiana 67-59. The Golden Eagles held a narrow one-point lead with a minute left, but Christian Watson’s layup and key free throws from Neftali Alvarez, Denijay Harris, and Alfred Worrell sealed the victory. Southern Miss overcame an early Louisiana surge and led 35-31 at halftime. Despite a Louisiana comeback, the Golden Eagles took control in the final minutes. Coach Jay Ladner praised the team’s maturity after a previous overtime loss. The win, Southern Miss’ first in Lafayette since 2009, was highlighted by contributions from DeAntoni Gordon and others.

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