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Long Beach files for arbitration after FEMA funds denied for harbor

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May 31, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-05-31 08:43:45

SUMMARY: Long Beach is entering arbitration with FEMA after FEMA denied their $10 million request to rebuild the harbor, claiming the damage occurred during Hurricane Nate in 2017, not Hurricane Zeta in 2020. Mayor George Bass disputes this. Long Beach initially requested $995 million, but FEMA has repeatedly denied the applications and appeals. Arbitration involves a panel of three federal judges making the final decision. The city hopes to recoup $1 million. Meanwhile, Gulfport and other coastal cities also await FEMA funds for rebuilding. Despite preparations, Long Beach underestimated Hurricane Zeta's impact, emphasizing the need for better future preparedness.

In October 2020, Hurricane Zeta destroyed the harbor. Since then, the City of Long Beach has lobbied FEMA to pay for the rebuild.

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-05 13:21:19

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UPDATE: Murder victim identified, suspect arrested following manhunt in Harrison County

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-05 13:20:22

SUMMARY: Welcome to the 4:00 show, I'm Dave Elliot, and I'm Karen Abery. Harrison County coroner Brian Switzer has identified the body found in a vehicle at Wolf River Cemetery as 22-year-old Lauren Johansson from Gulfport. 23-year-old Bryson John Rivers has been charged with her murder and was arrested after a six-hour manhunt. Sheriff Matt Haley stated that deputies spotted Rivers fleeing towards the woods after responding to a welfare concern. Johansson's body was discovered in the vehicle. Rivers is being held on a $1 million bond. More details, including an interview with Johansson's father, will be on WLX News at 6.