Governor Landry is assuring the people of Louisiana that there is no danger, even as an inmate in a federal prison is found to be infected with a rare form of tuberculosis. Surgeon General Ralph Abraham says the patient has a very resistant strain of the bacteria.

Cut 16 (13)   “…a foreign country”

The state says the patient may have come into contact with more than 200 other detainees and countless other non-detainees.

Following hurricanes Helene and Milton, Louisiana’s insurance outlook remains stable. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple advises caution, as the global market for reinsurance affects rates in Louisiana.

Cut 8 (09) “…next two months bring.”

The state has only faced one major storm this year.

LSU has unveiled plans for a new 107 million dollar Construction & Advanced Manufacturing Building.  Dean of the College of Engineering Vicki Colvin says it will offer advanced lab and faculty spaces to support cutting-edge research and to prepare students for Louisiana’s growing construction industry.

Cut 10 (07) “…technology for them.”

The new building will be located on South Stadium Drive next to Tiger Stadium.

Sunny and dry conditions persist in Louisiana, and the fire danger continues to increase. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says a chain hanging from a vehicle likely started a roadside fire in Washington Parish last night….

Cut 13 (11) “…very, very dry.” 

And those conditions are expected to linger for at least the next week.