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US homelessness up 12% to highest reported level as rents soar and coronavirus pandemic aid lapses
SUMMARY: The United States reported a 12% increase in homelessness, the highest level since the country began using the yearly point-in-time survey in 2007. About 653,000 people were homeless, indicating an increase from the previous year. Factors such as soaring rents, the decline in coronavirus pandemic assistance, and the shortage of affordable homes and high housing costs were identified as primary causes of homelessness. The data underscores the urgent need for support for proven solutions and strategies that help people quickly exit homelessness and prevent it. Homelessness among individuals, veterans, and families with children increased, with California, New York, Florida, and Washington having the highest number of homeless people. Some communities, such as Chattanooga and Dallas, managed to reduce homelessness through improved efforts to connect people to permanent housing and prevent it.
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SUMMARY: The old frontal boundary is stalled near the coast, with storms expected to fire along it later in the day. The heaviest rainfall is predicted along a line from Austin to DeRidder, up to McComb and near Hattiesburg over the next few days. Severe storms are more likely to form north of this boundary, with large hail possible. The area will be unstable before midnight, with conditions conducive for severe storms. Multiple storm systems are expected on Friday, bringing heavy rainfall and the potential for severe weather. By the weekend, the threat of heavy rain and severe storms will diminish as the surface low and upper weakness move east.
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SUMMARY: During National Police Week, South Mississippi law enforcement agencies are honoring officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. In Biloxi, a ceremony was held to remember fallen officers, with bagpipes playing and community members gathering. The event also honored officers from other agencies who sacrificed their lives in service to their communities. Family members of fallen officers expressed gratitude for the remembrance ceremonies, which help change the perception of police enforcement in communities. Chief John Miller emphasized the importance of honoring fallen officers and expressed appreciation for the respect law enforcement officers receive in the community.
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Investigation continues into 4 electrical blackouts on ship that caused Baltimore bridge collapse
SUMMARY: The container ship Dali experienced electrical blackouts before leaving Baltimore's port, which were different from the power outages that led to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six workers. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the incidents, with the ship losing power and crashing into the bridge. Initial findings suggest that maintenance issues and changes to the ship's electrical configuration may have played a role in the accidents. The FBI has also launched a criminal investigation. The ship is expected to be refloated and guided back to the Port of Baltimore.
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