This is the busiest week of the year for the United States Postal Service. USPS spokesperson Sean O’Neill says two big deadlines are coming up to make sure your mail and packages arrive before before Christmas Day…
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During this week alone, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly three billion pieces of First-Class Mail, including greeting cards.

Louisiana Congressman Cedric Richmond introduces legislation that’s intended to reduce rent costs and provide greater access to home ownership through first-time homebuyer payment assistance. Executive Director of HousingNOLA Andreanecia Morris says the legislation can also provide an economic stimulus…
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A similar bill has also been filed in the Senate, but it’s unclear if there’s enough support to get the legislation through Congress.

The holidays can be a dangerous time on the roadways so law enforcement is stepping up patrols as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. Deputy Director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Dortha Cummins says in the last five years, 139 people have died during the Christmas and New Year’s Eve holiday period.
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Cummins says during the holiday season, the ride-sharing service Lyft will provide five-dollars off for those who drink too much and don’t want to drive home. Use the code “Ride Smart LA” when you order a Lyft.

Duson Police in Acadia Parish arrested a 29-year-old Youngsville man for using counterfeit 100-dollar bills. Authorities say during a traffic stop, cops also found a printer and printer cartridges and other items used to produce counterfeit money in a vehicle belonging to Stephen Young. Police say when Young was put in the back of a police car, he tried to hide another six fake 100-dollar bills.