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Officials identify man killed in shooting late Sunday night
BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating a shooting that happened late Sunday night that left one person dead and another injured. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the shooting happened on North Harrells Ferry Road near Sherwood Forest shortly before midnight. Ronnie Shief, 57, was killed. Another person was also...
Drawdown Scheduled for Popular Louisiana River Starting Early September
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has announced a drawdown scheduled for False River to begin on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The drawdown is being done in conjunction with the False River Watershed Council and Pointe Coupee Parish Government. What is the reason for the drawdown of False...
LSU football trending to flip linebacker recruit from SEC foe
The LSU football recruiting staff has put in some impressive work this summer, most recently offering current South Carolina class of 2025 linebacker commitment Jaiden Braker; maybe even flipping momentum away from their SEC foe in the process. LSU football recruiting favored to flip class of 2025 linebacker from SEC...
Louisiana Lottery Confirms $50,000 Powerball Win Monday
From their offices in Baton Rouge the Louisiana Lottery has confirmed via their website that a Louisiana-sold ticket for Monday night's Powerball drawing is a big money winner. Monday night's multi-state Powerball drawing featured a top prize of $142.6 million. That was the estimated annuitized jackpot. The lump sum payout that was forecast for Monday's Powerball game was $67.9 million.
Heat Advisories expected for much of this week
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The forecast is transitioning to one of heat and humidity and little rain. Rain chances will decrease to 10-20% for the rest of the work week. While not record heat, temperatures will be plenty hot with highs in the mid to possibly upper 90°s for the remainder of this week.
Hot sunshine is back for Monday
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Mostly sunny skies are in store for everyone throughout the ArkLaTex with no chances for any rain showers or storms. High temperatures roll into the mid 90′s with feels like temperatures getting into the triple digits. Dry conditions continue into Tuesday with mostly sunny skies...
Louisiana Heat Wave: Heat Indices Soar to 109 Degrees This Week
Shreveport, LA – Louisiana residents are bracing for a sweltering week ahead, with temperatures and heat indices reaching dangerous levels. A heat advisory remains in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM today, with heat indices expected to climb as high as 109 degrees. According to the National Weather...
Tragic Louisiana Boating Accident Claims Two Lives, Several Others Injured
In a heartbreaking incident on the Tickfaw River, a boating accident early Sunday morning claimed the lives of two individuals and left several others injured. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is currently investigating this tragic event. According to FOX 8, The collision, involving a 25-foot pontoon boat and...
St. Francis neurologist speaks on detecting symptoms of West Nile virus
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) – In July, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) reported new human cases of the West Nile neuroinvasive disease in Northeast Louisiana. The disease is contracted via mosquito bites, causing illness in animals and humans. The disease is contracted via mosquito bites, causing illness in animals and humans. According to LDH, the […]
A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure
A popular airline that many in Louisiana love to use when traveling is breaking a 50-year tradition when it comes to boarding the plane. Southwest Airlines announced on Thursday that they are breaking away from the tradition of allowing passengers to sit where they want and will even now offer premium seating.
How Much Are Back to School Supplies in Louisiana?
SHREVEPORT, LA - School starts in Shreveport and Bossier in just over a week and parents have been busy gathering up all the needed school supplies. Stores have been packed with folks grabbing up all the needed items. What's on a Typical Supply List These Days?. School supply lists have...
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