LSU researchers have created a model that can help predict whether or not the Gulf of Mexico will have a busy hurricane season. Brooke Thorington has more
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There are no tropical threats in the Gulf of Mexico as we begin this week. Tomorrow, a cold front will move through, which will bring drier and cooler air into the state. You’ll feel the difference on Wednesday as high temperates will be in the 70s that day.

Some families impacted by Hurricane Ida can apply for disaster food stamps starting today. If you live in one of 25 parishes declared a federal disaster area, you could be eligible for the assistance even if you do not receive regular food stamp benefits. DCFS Assistant Secretary Shavana Howard says check the Department of Children and Family Services website for the day you can apply…
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The application process will take place over the next three weeks.

Louisiana is offering hunters the chance to win money by assisting the state in its surveillance efforts for Chronic Wasting Disease in deer. LDWF Deer Program Manager Johnathan Bordelon says hunters and taxidermists will be entered into a contest to win up to $1000 when they submit a sample from a mature buck harvested this deer season…
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