A basketball game in Bogalusa turned deadly Thursday night after a shooting in the parking lot at Bogalusa High School. Acting Bogalusa Police Chief Percy Knight says it happened but before 9 pm during the game against Covington. They do not have any suspects at this time and are asking for the public’s help. Knight says they believe the two victims were together and the shooting happened near a car that was in a parking lot located outside of a fence near the school.
A 14-year-old boy was killed, and a 13-year-old boy was shot in the leg.
Extreme cold for Louisiana is blowing in. The National Weather Service says, by Sunday, the coldest weather the state has seen in years. Temperatures drop as low as thirteen degrees north of I-20 next week. Shreveport Meteorologist Carly Kovacik says the cold front will drop temperatures across the state and by the end of next week, temperatures will start to warm a bit into the 50s. but, she says don’t put away those coats just yet.
With a deep freeze in the forecast, you’ll want to be sure to protect your tropical plants. LSU Ag Center Horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard says if they are in containers move them indoors like a garage or your porch. But if those tropical plants are in the ground…
Don Redman with Triple A says it’s time to check the fluids in your vehicle. Wiper fluid should be winter-appropriate and anti-freeze is especially important. If you find it low, it’s important to remember…
Your mechanic or auto parts store can recommend the appropriate fluids for your vehicle. Redman says the cold is a challenge for tires and batteries so before the cold hits, check your tires including your spare, and have your battery checked too especially if it’s 3 years or older.