Officials say a fire claimed the lives of a girl and her grandfather in Livingston Parish late last night night. They said two others were found alive outside of the residence when firefighters arrived, but the other two were already dead. The survivors are reportedly in critical condition. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.

Baton Rouge Police have arrested a man in the 2014 killing of West St. John High School coach Juan Joseph. Sgt. Don Coppola says they believe Jamarcus Goodman was a passenger in a vehicle that had intentionally fired a weapon which striking and killing Joseph. He says investigators had been on the case exactly three years before they caught up with Goodman…:
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Another man was originally booked with the crime, but charges later dropped. Goodman is charged with second degree murder.

Natchitoches unveils its newly renovated rue Beauport Riverfront tonight. The riverfront has undergone a four million dollar restoration. Mayor Lee Posey says they’ve added a new festival stage, amphitheater seating and a new Santa Claus house…:
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He says restrooms and handicap ramps have also been added along the Cane River.

The steady increase in gas prices is continuing. AAA says there is still strong fall demand for gasoline and it’s chipping away at inventory. The current statewide average for a gallon of regular is now $2.34, up almost 10 cents over the past month.