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Federal, state and local agencies working together to prevent human trafficking

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-06-23 10:49:17

SUMMARY: Lori Hill of Mississippians Against Human Trafficking highlights that Mississippi has the highest rate of reported human trafficking in the U.S., with cases in all 82 counties. Although often associated with sex trafficking, labor trafficking is also prevalent. Familial trafficking is common, where exploitation happens within families, often underreported, especially in rural areas. While young women are the primary victims, young men are increasingly targeted through sextortion. Major interstates like I-10, I-20, and I-55 facilitate trafficking, but rural and vulnerable populations, exacerbated by issues like poverty and lack of education, are also at high risk.

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Mississippians Against Human Trafficking brings federal, state, and local agencies together to fight this insidious crime.

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Long Beach takes next step toward long-awaited harbor repairs

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-25 09:36:29

SUMMARY: Long Beach city leaders are progressing towards repairing the storm-damaged harbor, following Hurricane Zeta’s destruction of piers and docks in October 2020. In a recent meeting, aldermen voted to solicit bids for inner harbor repairs. Although FEMA awarded the city $2.58 million, rising costs due to inflation may exceed this amount. FEMA will reimburse the actual repair costs, prompting the city to finalize expenditure estimates. Harbor improvement efforts will continue under the current administration until June 30, with additional work underway on the inner bulkhead wall funded by Tidelands Gulf Restoration and Gilsa funds.

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'Celebrate Our Differences' event happening April 25

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-25 08:49:54

SUMMARY: The ‘Celebrate Our Differences’ event is taking place today in Diabraville as part of National Autism Awareness Month. Hosted by Alott Friends Coffee Shop, this event showcases employees with special needs and their unique talents while providing valuable resources for parents. Attendees can enjoy delicious food from Salty Jack’s food truck and learn about the GF Coast Search and Rescue team’s trained dogs, which assist in locating nonverbal children with autism. The coffee shop, operating since September, emphasizes capabilities over disabilities, celebrating individuals’ strengths. The event aims to raise awareness and foster community support for families.

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The event is happening during National Autism Awareness Month.

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4/24 – Sam Parker’s “Mostly Dry and Hot” Thursday Night Forecast

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-04-25 08:27:59

SUMMARY: The weather for tonight will remain mostly dry and warm with partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 76°F in Gulfport, Biloxi, and Ocean Springs. A slight chance of rain increases tomorrow, particularly in northern areas. Expect patchy fog in the morning with temperatures in the lower 70s along the coast and upper 60s inland. For Friday, isolated pop-up showers are possible, with a 20% chance of rain for northern counties. The weekend will be warm and partly cloudy, with a high of 85°F on Sunday. A cold front later next week could bring more rain and lower humidity.

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