5:30 PM Newscast

One person is dead in Vernon Parish following a statewide tornado outbreak. Elsewhere, the Alexandria Police Department reports Highway 28 is closed as a result of downed trees from a possible twister. A large portion of the state is under a tornado watch throughout the day. National Weather Service Lake Charles Metorgologist Rob Megnia says if a tornado warning comes across your phone or radio take action…
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A lot of damage, including numerous trees down have been reported in Vernon and Beauregard Parishes.

Three sheriff’s offices are the latest government agencies to be the victim of a suspected cyberattack. The Sheriff’s Association says Rapides, Washington and Orleans parishes have been targeted by hackers. Cybersecurity expert Robert Allen says be careful when opening emails…
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After a 13-0 run so far, only two games remain on the road to a College Football Playoff National Championship for the Bayou Bengals. In celebration of LSU’s success, Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin proclaims today as LSU Football day throughout the entire state. Ardoin has faith the Tigers will go all the way

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After a week off, LSU returns to practice today.

Four southeast Louisiana men in their 30s are under arrest for allegedly killing two Asian water buffalo on a ranch in Plaquemines Parish. Matt Doyle has more.

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