The White House announces President Barack Obama will be in Baton Rouge on Tuesday to get a first-hand look at the impact of the devasting floods and also hear from local officials about the response. The President has faced criticism for not ending his vacation early to view the flood damage. The White House says the President has been receiving updates while vacationing in Martha’s Vineyard.

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump met with flood victims and local officials in both East Baton Rouge and Ascension Parishes today. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser was with Trump and Nungesser hopes Trump’s visit can help raise awareness around the nation that many are suffering…
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Meanwhile, Governor John Bel Edwards is holding a news conference this afternoon to discuss food stamps and temporary housing for flood victims.

Water and food distribution centers opened in Livingston Parish. Members of Louisiana’s National Guard are there to pass out water bottles, MREs and other supplies. Sgt First Class Travis Jenkins says the Guard is happy to help those in need…
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But there is frustation in Livingston parish over the response by the federal government. Walker Mayor Rick Ramsey says FEMA can do more to help flood victims who lost their homes…
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Ramsey says he’s been told by FEMA there’s no plans to bring in travel trailers for flood victims to live in.

New Orleans officials are rejoicing today. They’ve learned the NBA will hold its All-Star game in the Big Easy this February.