The first cold snap of the season is here. State climatologist Barry Keim predicts the northern half of the state will see the season’s first freeze.
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Forecasters expect lows tonight in the thirties across almost everywhere except New Orleans and the coast.

Gas prices took a slight drop along with the temps in Louisiana. Don Redman with Triple-A Louisiana says the average price for a gallon of regular gas in the Bayou State today is $3.39.
Cut 6 (13) “…uncertainties.”
Redman says it doesn’t appear as if prices will get that high because now prices are slowly retreating.

Bogalusa police are looking for three persons of interest in connection with Friday night’s fatal shooting outside of Bogalusa High’s football game. Mayor Wendy Perette fears her community is being spoiled by what she calls brazen lawless behavior at what should have been a joyous event…
cut 15 (11) “….ruin to for us all”
15-year-old Jerry Smith of Covington was killed and authorities say he was a suspect in a previous shooting.

If you’ve ever unknowingly purchased a pet from a backyard breeder only to realize the newest member of your family has major health issues you’ve most likely found out the hard way, there is little to no regulation in Louisiana. President of the Louisiana Humane Society Jeff Dorson says believe it or not…
Cut 10 (10) “…require anything.
Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says in Louisiana oversite falls under the USDA.