Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says stronger building codes are needed in coastal regions to withstand major storms, saying they could prevent future displacement of these communities.
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Homeowners who build to code can expect insurance discounts, but Temple says the benefits extend far beyond that.
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Humane Society of Louisiana sent a caravan to Asheville, North Carolina, to help its counterpart there. Director Jeff Dorson says with another storm approaching, it could use some help in continuing its mission.
Three years ago, Asheville-based feline advocacy group Sister Kitten delivered much-needed supplies to Louisiana in the wake of severe storms here; Dorson says the Humane Society was able to return the favor following Helene.
St. John Parish announced arrests in the shooting deaths of an 11-year-old girl and her 50-year-old uncle. Colleen Crain has the story.
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If you play Mega Millions, get ready to fork over more money for your chance at life-changing money. Starting in April, each Mega Millions ticket will go up from two dollars to five dollars. That’s just one of several changes the game will be undergoing, including increasing your odds of hitting the jackpot.