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Mississippi scientists are studying dolphins to learn more about the effect of the BP oil spill.

Shrimp season will open soon in Mississippi. After Hurricane Katrina, the BP oil spill and the Mississippi River flooding, fishermen and state officials are hoping for a normal season.

Only two red snapper can be caught under federal limits, even though recreational fishermen say the waters are full of this favorite species. Some charter boat captains say the regulations are hurting their business.

Port officials say a plan to widen the Pascagoula shipping channel will make operations more efficient. But some residents are concerned the project may dredge up oil from the BP spill.

This is National Travel and Tourism Week and Mississippi’s economic development leaders say Hollywood and cultural trails are having a positive impact.

The Southern Gaming Summit at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum this week is expected to draw more than 2,000 people. Industry professionals are hoping for a jackpot year.

An Honor Flight from Gulfport to Washington, D.C. for Mississippi World War II veterans celebrates more than memories – it’s about freedom. Ninety-four veterans found themselves honored at every step of the way.

Payments for BP claims are expected to start rolling in to thousands of Mississippi residents soon, with tentative approval of a $7.8 billion settlement this week. But some who believe they have been affected by the oil spill are not included.

U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier granted preliminary approval Wednesday to a proposed settlement of  $7.8 billion to resolve BP oil spill claims. The settlement covers business owners and fishermen, but casino and oil rig workers are not included.

Dead sea turtles continue to wash ashore in Mississippi. Since January, 99 dead turtles have washed up.

Attorney General Jim Hood is taking another legal step to see if Mississippians are due more money for BP oil spill claims. Hood said he’s filing a motion in New Orleans federal court this week requesting a more thorough review of claims.

The Sierra Club and Mississippi Power are expected to face off again over the Kemper County coal plant, which is on the Public Service Commission's Tuesday agenda.

Two years after the oil spill, environmental leaders and fishermen are concerned about possible long-term problems below the surface.

Two years after the oil spill, thousands of Mississippians are eligible for a proposed settlement requiring BP to pay $8 billion to residents of the Gulf Coast states. Some believe the economic and health impacts of the disaster are far from over.

In spite of extensive research on the oil spill, most of it is not released to the public because federal and state agencies plan to use it as evidence in lawsuits against BP.  Some Gulf Coast residents would like their questions answered - now.