AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoYouth Court Overhaul: Mississippi lawmakers wrapped a special session with sweeping youth court reform, sending a bill to Gov. Tate Reeves after approving $29.5 million in new spending, adding nine judges, expanding Oakley detention capacity, and creating more diversion options. Jackson Police Records Fight: A Jackson open records request tied to a stolen police rifle used in a June triple homicide has been stalled by city officials, as attorneys push for access to weapons storage and officer assignment policies. Nolan Wells Case: Wells’ family says it will work with prosecutors to inspect his cellphone as the investigation heads toward a grand jury, with new public questions continuing to swirl around the timeline. Energy Costs Watch: Entergy Louisiana’s plan to spend $30 billion on grid expansion is drawing scrutiny, with documents projecting about a $40 monthly increase for average residents if approved. Local Safety Update: Southeastern Louisiana University leaders say campus remains secure after violence in Hammond, pointing to rapid police response and safety tools. Workforce Pipeline: A Bay Springs manufacturer is training high school students for welding careers through a school-to-plant apprenticeship model. Foster Parent Push: George County officials and CPS are hosting a free July 31 forum to recruit foster families and keep children closer to home.
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