NOAA is forecasting 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes to hit the Atlantic basin in 2024. Lead for Seasonal Hurricane Outlooks Matt Rosencrans says this is set to be a record season.
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Rosencrans says La Nina’ conditions and record warm sea temperatures will result in the potential of two dozen named storms.

AAA predicts nearly 44-million Americans will travel this Memorial Day holiday weekend, a four-percent increase over last year. 38-million Americans will get to their destination in a vehicle. AAA spokesperson Nick Chabarria says the statewide average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.16, only a few cents higher than last year….
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Chabarria says air travel is up five percent over last year’s Memorial Day holiday.

The Department of Children and Family Services is encouraging Louisianans to be there for children by becoming foster caregivers. Colleen Crain has more…
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LSU shortstop Michael Braswell drove home the game winning run in last night’s come from behind 11 to 10 win over South Carolina in the SEC Tournament. Braswell’s big hit came against his former school….
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The Tigers will play again on Saturday in the semis of the SEC Tournament.