The Colorado State University forecast team is predicting a below-average 2015 Atlantic hurricane season. The lead author of the report is Dr. Phil Klotzbach who says this year they are predicting a total of 7 named storms, three hurricanes and one major hurricane — or about half of the average hurricane season. He says El Nino conditions are highly likely…:
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The team predicts that 2015 tropical cyclone activity will be about 45 percent of the average season.

The Destrehan High School teacher accused of having sex with a 16-year-old student has reportedly reached a plea deal which keeps her out of jail and means she wouldn’t have to register as a sex offender. Apparently 32-year-old Shelley Dufresne — mother of three — pleaded guilty in exchange for three years probation and a $1000 fine.

Republican Bossier City Representative Mike Johnson says he plans to amend the religious freedom bill he has filed amid public concerns — but gay rights advocacy groups want the legislation pulled altogether. Eric Gill reports…:
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