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Justice Department sues Mississippi State Senate for race discrimination
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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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: Jeanne Carter Luckey, a trustee of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL), passed away on November 7, 2024. Dr. Al Rankins, Jr., commissioner of higher education, praised her energy and commitment to Mississippi’s public university system, noting her dedication will benefit future students. Appointed in May 2018 by former Governor Phil Bryant, Luckey served as vice president and chaired the ADA/Accessibility Services Task Force. She earned degrees in special education from the University of Mississippi and the University of Southern Mississippi. Luckey is survived by her husband, Alwyn, and their two daughters.
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