North and central Louisiana could see tornados, hail and damaging winds late tonight as the climate prediction center calls for a moderate risk of severe weather for this part of the state. National Weather Service meteorologist Brandon Thorne says moisture from the gulf will clash with a cold front
Cut 4 (08) “…that cold front.”

It got spicy at a public meeting this week in Mandeville where Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser discussed building a hotel and conference center at Fontainbleau State Park. Area residents are concerned about the proposal and Nungesser says state representative-elect Richard Nelson took it a step too far when he swiped his microphone when addressing the crowd…
cut 11 (08) “….plans there either”
Nungesser is shooting down rumors of a proposed casino at the state park.

Former Jennings high school football star Travis Etienne returns to his home state to play LSU in the national championship game on Monday.
The two-time ACC Offensive Player of the year understands he has a unique opportunity in front of him…
cut 18 (09) “…take care of business”
Both teams arrive in New Orleans later today.

Even though many LSU students plan on spending the day in New Orleans Monday and staying up late, the school says the spring semester will still start as previously scheduled on Monday. LSU Faculty Senate President Doctor Mandi Lopez says canceling classes would hurt students in the long run…
cut 14 (12) “…class days’