New Orleans Police released new information in the Will Smith murder, including that they found a weapon in the former Saints’ defensive end’s vehicle. Cardell Hayes is accused of shooting and killing Smith. Legal analyst Chick Foret says the fact that a loaded 9mm was found in Smith’s vehicle, should help Hayes’ defense, but many questions remain…:
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The Saints are holding an open casket visitation for guests wishing to pay their final respects to Smith on Friday from 2-7 at the team’s indoor practice facility in Metairie.

Strong storms are moving through south Louisiana as a cold front pushes through, causing the closure of some schools and several morning commute delays. Forecasters say the rain will continue through the afternoon, and Thursday looks to be a wet day too. Lots of lightning is reported with this system, as well as high winds and hail in some areas.

The US Department of Labor has provided Louisiana with a $1.7 million disaster assistance grant to create temporary jobs in the state to assist with cleanup efforts. Halen Doughty has more…:
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Got milk? Raw milk that is. A measure that would make it legal for farmers to sell milk straight from their cows is up for debate today in the Senate Health and Welfare committee. Audry Salvador is a mother from Sulphur and strong supporter of legalizing the sale of raw milk. She says everything farmers use in its production is totally clean..:
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Opponents say this is a food safety issue.