During this week, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly three billion pieces of First Class Mail, including greeting cards. Kevin Barnhart has information on two important deadlines coming up…
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An elderly couple was found dead in a home near Iowa and authorities are not releasing how they died or suspects. The victims have been identified as 72-year-old Walter Gotreaux and 70-year-old Darlene Gotreaux. Jefferson Davis Sheriff Ivy Woods calls it a senseless terrible act that should never happen, especially during the holiday season.

Congressman Cedric Richmond has filed legislation that he says will create over 30-thousand affordable housing opportunities in New Orleans alone. Executive Director of Housing NOLA Andreanecia Morris says if taxpayers have to spend less money on housing that means more money can be spent to boost the economy…
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It’s unclear whether the legislation has a chance at approval.

Law enforcement’s annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is underway. Deputy Director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Dortha Cummins says in the last five years, 139 people died during the holiday season, in traffic crashes.
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Cummins says during the holidays, the ride-sharing service Lyft will provide five-dollars off for those who drink too much and don’t want to drive home. Use the code “Ride Smart LA” when you order a Lyft.