The Louisiana Guard is deploying over 500 soldiers in anticipation of Hurricane Milton in Florida. Their response efforts have already contributed to significant operations across the Southeast, involving thousands of responders and the delivery of millions of pounds of aid. Lt. Col Noel Collings says the Guard’s commitment to multi-state support highlights their readiness to provide essential assistance during hurricane recovery.

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Drivers filling up their tanks today had quite the sticker shock. Don Redman with Triple-A Louisiana says gas prices spiked by about five cents overnight. Redman says you can blame the upcoming landfall of Hurricane Milton on the Florida Gulf Coast for this price spike.

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Good news kids – you’ll be spending less time taking LEAP tests this year! Andrew Greenstein reports.

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On Tuesday afternoon, the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Anacoco Police Department were called for a welfare check at a home in the Hornbeck area. Upon arrival, investigators discovered the bodies of two women, 86-year-old Ruth Holt, and 64-year-old Fredda Pierce.  Authorities say there is currently no perceived danger to the public. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives processing the scene for evidence. As of now, no additional information is available for release.