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A Couple More Cold Nights, Late-Week Rain Chances: Monday Evening Forecast 12/2/2024

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2024-12-02 17:46:47

SUMMARY: In a lively discussion, the hosts celebrate the arrival of the Christmas season, now just 23 days away. They share their excitement for holiday traditions, including peppermint mochas and festive socks. The weather forecast predicts chilly temperatures, with lows reaching 9 to 11 degrees below average through the week. Although some areas face patchy frost, the Gulf Coast remains milder. High pressure building in will bring clear skies, and a warm front is expected to introduce rain later in the week. The hosts encourage viewers to enjoy the seasonal changes and beautiful winter sunsets.

A dry cold front passed through the area today, and this will set the stage for a couple more chilly mornings and a cool Tuesday afternoon on the Gulf Coast. Tonight, we will keep clear skies with lows dropping into the mid-30’s along I-10, low-30’s in our inland spots, and around 40 along the coast. We will keep mostly sunny skies on Tuesday with high pressure in place keeping us dry. Highs will sit in the mid- to upper-70’s. That area of high pressure will shift southeast bringing a south wind on Wednesday. This will increase warmth and moisture ahead of our next rain chance on Thursday. Thursday morning will start in the 50’s, and highs will warm into the mid-60’s for the middle of the week. This showers and storms will be ahead of a front that will eventually pass Thursday and bring drier conditions for Friday with highs in the 50’s and lows in the 40’s. More chances for showers and storms return for next weekend and to start the next work week.

The WKRG News 5 First Alert Storm Team covers part of southeast Mississippi, southwestern Alabama, and northwest Florida. You can also view the full Monday evening forecast for the Gulf Coast here: https://tinyurl.com/5dp9smer
Follow Meteorologist Grant Skinner on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wkrggrant

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Republicans push to finish southern border wall | National

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January 24, 2025

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Thérèse Boudreaux | The Center Square – 2025-01-24 12:07:00

SUMMARY: Republican senators are pushing for enhanced border security measures, including funding to complete the southern border wall. Sen. Katie Britt reintroduced the WALL Act, proposing $25 billion for construction, funded by fines on illegal immigrants and eliminating their access to certain taxpayer benefits. Sen. John Barrasso also introduced a border wall bill, utilizing unspent COVID-19 relief funds. Both lawmakers argue that securing the border is essential for national security, highlighting the increase in illegal crossings and dangerous criminals under the Biden administration. The Department of Homeland Security has also reinstated Trump-era policies to manage migration.

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News 5 Now at 8 | January 17, 2025

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January 17, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-01-17 08:26:52

SUMMARY: In today’s News 5 segment, Shamani Baker and guest Grant Skinner discuss local news stories, including a mobile truck fire captured on video and a proposed Florida bill aimed at protecting pets during disasters. They also cover the case of a woman charged with shooting her husband and the family’s hope for closure after a missing person was found. The pair engages with viewers on their favorite video game consoles and upcoming events, including the Martin Luther King Day celebration. The weather forecast hints at potential wintry precipitation next week. Tune in for details on the news and weather updates.

A pickup truck in flames last night near a storefront in West Mobile, a bill filed to protect dogs during disasters, and a woman’s family says her body should have been found sooner.

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National law enforcement staffing shortage continues, Daphne PD seeking more officers

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January 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-01-16 19:37:50

SUMMARY: Law enforcement agencies nationwide, including Daphne, are facing significant staffing shortages, with the Daphne Police Department currently having six openings. Chief Brian Gosby highlighted that this situation strains officers, who spend around 90% of their time responding to calls rather than proactive policing. Contributing factors include a negative national perception of police and concerns among experienced officers about legal repercussions. A 2024 survey reveals over 70% of police agencies find recruiting new officers more challenging than five years ago, and the number of qualified applicants has also diminished, with departments unwilling to compromise standards to address the shortages.

The City of Daphne, like many other communities nationwide, is dealing with a shortage of police officers.
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