Two young girls died from injuries suffered in a house fire last week and authorities believe the fire was a result of arson or neglect. Nine-year-old Aaliyah Robinson and five-year-old Danielle Spearman were hospitalized in critical condition and family members had to make the difficult decision to take them off life support. Shreveport Mayor Pro Tem Tabatha Taylor has a stern message for whomever was responsible for this house fire.
Crimestoppers is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest in this case.
Monthly waste-tire fee reporting is now easier and more convenient. Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality Undersecretary Theresa Delafosse (DELL-ah-foss) says their online portal went live last month, and so far, participation has been strong.
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She says feedback has been positive.
President Trump honors Louisiana’s national championship baseball teams. Andre Champagne reports.
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Getting the gas gauge to “full” is less likely to leave your bank account “empty.” The statewide average for a gallon of regular unleaded is $2.62. That’s down six cents from a week ago. Nick Chabarria with Triple-A says this is the time of year when we typically see gas prices start to come down.
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Louisiana’s statewide average is currently the sixth lowest in the country.