www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-02 06:05:49

SUMMARY: Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch and other Republican states are seeking to block a rule that would protect students against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity in schools. Fitch believes the Biden administration has overstepped its legal authority in extending regulations to include discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. LGBTQ advocates argue that the rule is necessary to protect students who have faced physical harassment or assault in schools. There is ongoing political and legal conflict in Mississippi over LGBTQ issues, including laws preventing transgender female athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports teams. The Department of Education clarifies that the rule does not apply to sports teams and plans to issue a separate rule addressing sex-separate athletic teams.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-02 00:04:06

SUMMARY: The weather is beautiful with temperatures in the 80s across the region. Severe weather is happening in West Texas with tornadoes reported, but it won't impact the area. Temperatures will fall to the 70s in the evening with no expected problems. Clouds will increase throughout the day tomorrow with a chance of pop-up showers in the evening. Rain chances will increase on Friday but the weekend should mostly stay dry with a small chance of showers. Humidity will increase over the weekend and temperatures will rise into the 90s next week. Updates on renovations at Green Coliseum are expected soon.

Patrick's Wednesday PM Forecast 5/1

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-02 00:04:06

SUMMARY: The City of Laurel is recruiting summer lifeguards who can earn pay and scholarship money. Laurel Parks and Recreation is preparing for activities through its AmeriCorps Laurel Plays program, offering opportunities for community service and education awards. The department is looking to hire five lifeguards for community pools and offers training. Lifeguards 16 and older can earn over $700 per month and an education award of nearly $1500 after completing 300 hours. AmeriCorps also funds environmental and recreation work programs in Laurel. The community pools in Laurel will open on Memorial Day weekend, and interested individuals can apply on the website.

Laurel turning to AmeriCorps to help with summer programs.

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