Forecasters say there is a high chance a disturbance in the southern Gulf of Mexico will develop into at least a tropical storm over the next five days. National Weather Service meteorologist Ben Schott says the broad area of low pressure will eventually move northward and flash flooding is possible in south Louisiana on Friday.
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The National Hurricane Center says they will have a better idea once the system actually develops. If named, it will be called Claudette.
Today is tax day for most of Louisiana. Senior Tax Manager at Hannis T Bourgeois, Brad Tate, says if your salary decreased in 2020 you could be eligible for more federal assistance…
Taxpayers in Ascension, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Iberville and Lafayette parishes have until August 16th to file because of last month’s flooding.
Crude oil prices are back above 70-dollars a barrel and trading at their highest price in nearly three years. When you look at gas prices, the statewide average for regular gasoline is $2.71, nearly a dollar more than last year. LSU Center for Energy Studies Director David Dismukes expects the price at the pump will continue to increase…
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Carjackings are on the rise at an alarming rate. State Attorney General Deputy Press Secretary Emmie Fuson urges drivers to pay attention to their surroundings, have their keys and phone in hand when approaching their vehicle, park in a well-lit area, and trust their instincts. Fuson says if you find yourself a victim of carjacking remember a car can be replaced you however cannot.