Youth Court Reform: Mississippi lawmakers advanced sweeping youth court changes in a special session, including full-time judges and new juvenile correctional facilities, after a legal scramble over expired youth-record disclosure statutes. Nolan Wells Investigation: The family of Nolan Wells met with Jackson County DA Angel Myers McIlrath; attorneys say a grand jury will review the case, while cellphone inspection plans move forward and officials still haven’t released autopsy findings. Homelessness Response: Jackson City Council approved early steps toward a partnership with Clutch Consulting Group to reduce homelessness and address encampments through services and permanent housing. Higher Education Overhaul: Lawmakers discussed major shifts to Mississippi’s higher-ed funding, including tying money to graduation rates and workforce outcomes as enrollment declines and job-skill demand rise. Housing Help for First-Time Buyers: A Meridian couple secured a $20,000 HELP grant via BankPlus and FHLB Dallas to cover down payment and closing costs. Disaster Recovery: SBA opened a Business Recovery Center in Brookhaven for May storm victims, offering disaster loan help for businesses and nonprofits. Local Economy/Industry: Bollinger Shipyards opened a Gulfport training center with bootcamp-style classes for marine electrical, electronics, and sheet metal mechanics. Environment: A group sued to protect the Pearl River map turtle habitat, arguing proposed dam work would destroy nesting areas.