12:30 PM Newscast

The state reports a significant drop in COVID-19 hospitalizations today, a reduction of 47 to a total of 1,335. Fatalities increase by 26 to 4,195. New cases: 1165, rising the total case count to 133,125.

Hurricane experts are calling for an active season of storm activity and with that prediction, Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon is stressing the importance of proper coverage.  Flood, homeowner, and commercial property insurances can still be obtained now, but only while a storm is not in the Gulf.Flood insurance will take 30 days to take effect after your first premium payment. Donelon says there are exceptions to that rule though.

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The LSU Ag Center is looking for Green Thumbs to respond to their survey about gardening during the pandemic. Brooke Thorington explains.

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