FBI Focusing In On Hate Crimes

(St. Louis) The F-B-I is raising awareness about reporting hate crimes in Missouri.

The agency says there were 115 hate crimes reported in the state last year, the highest in nine years.

Officials believe that number is likely higher, adding that hate crimes are underreported across the country and Missouri.

The F-B-I is launching a campaign that will include ads on the radio, social media, buses, billboards and at gas stations.