Louisiana has moved up a couple of spots to number two when it comes to the most expensive car insurance rates in the country. Don Molino has the story:
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As the city of New Orleans and the Sewerage and Water Board work to restore pumping capacity to the drainage system, schools and other institutions have decided to remain closed today “out of an abundance of caution.” Forecasters say the threat of thunderstorms over the city will continue today as residents worry about neighborhoods left vulnerable to flooding because of a damaged water pumping system.

As Louisianans gear up to watch the upcoming solar eclipse on August 21st, doctors remind the public to do so safely. Executive Director of the Optometry Association of Louisiana Dr. James Sandifer says in Louisiana, only a partial eclipse will be visible, which is why it’s so important for viewers to protect their eyes…:
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Sandifer says many of their members are giving away genuine viewing glasses on a first come, first serve basis.

Two children are recovering in Avoyelles Parish after being thrown from an ATV when it collided with a vehicle on Wednesday night. State Trooper Scott Moreau says the driver, 30-year-old Jeremy Armand of St. Martinville, was killed in the crash…:
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The 8-year-old girl on the ATV suffered serious injuries, and the 3-year-old occupant sustained moderate injuries.