Phoebe Judge

Today marks the end of what has become the largest temporary housing program in the history of this country. 44 months ago the Federal Emergency Management Agency provided housing for thousands of people who were left homeless in the aftermath of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on what that program has accomplished and where it leaves the thousands of people still searching for a permanent place to live.

Celebrations around the state are occurring this week to honor the 25th anniversary of the Victims of Crime Act. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the broad implications that federal act has had on victims in Mississippi.

As lawmakers continue to debate a proposed state cigarette tax increase, public health advocates are spreading out across the state holding public forums to rally support. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.

After 3 ½ years construction on a major Gulf Coast highway washed out by Katrina is finally completed. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.

A new public housing complex on the Gulf Coast is hoping to shatter preconceived notions of what federally subsidized housing is supposed to look like. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.

One Gulf Coast health system is trying to get a better handle of the health needs of the community by calling people up and asking them how they are feeling. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.

Four years ago a new batch of mayors took office on the Gulf Coast never knowing that one of the most destructive hurricanes in history was on its way. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on why four years later so many of them are leaving office.

As Hurricane Season approaches, hundreds of volunteers are learning how to respond to disasters. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.

A new multimillion dollar harbor is on its way to Bay St. Louis. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on what impact that harbor will have on the hurricane devastated community.