State transportation secretary Shawn Wilson says there’s been a significant and alarming increase in crashes in a construction zone on I-10 between I-49 and the Atchafalaya Basin. DOTD spokesperson Deidra Druihlet says drivers need to stay alert and pay attention to lane shifts.
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She says drivers can expect to see more police in the area and they’ll also put a solid line through the construction zone to deter lane changes.

Cleco is sending teams to Georgia to help with potential power outages caused by Hurricane Irma. Spokesperson Jennifer Cahill says Cleco is part of the Southeastern Electric Exchange, which offers restoration support after major outages.
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Cleco offered similar support after Hurricane Matthew.

If North America wins the bid host the 2026 FIFA World Cup in soccer, New Orleans would like to host a few matches. Emelie Gunn has more…
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LSU’s defense did not allow a single point in last week’s win over BYU. How will they fare tonight when they Chattanooga, which is an FCS school. The Tigers will be without their top defensive lineman as Rashard Lawrence will miss the game, because of a lower-leg injury. Kick-off is at 6:30. And the SEC comes to Ruston tonight as Louisiana Tech hosts Mississppi State.