8:30 LRN Newscast August 31

Southeast Louisiana faces many challenges after Hurricane Ida ravaged that part of the state. Power is a big issue. Entergy and Cleco are still assessing the damage and do not have firm deadlines, but many customers could be without electricity for weeks. Governor Edwards says about one-million customers are without power…
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St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne says Ida’s wrath is the worst damage he’s ever seen…
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Homeowners and renters affected by Hurricane Ida should register with FEMA for disaster aid. You can do so at disaster-assistance-dot gov. Call 1-800-621-3362.

The city of New Orleans is without power and water and they are set to host an NFL game in the Superdome in less than two weeks. Kevin Gallagher has more…
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Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson has donated one million dollars towards Hurricane Ida relief. The Saints also say the Superdome only suffered minor damage from Ida. The non-profit group Every Warrior is collecting supplies that will be delivered to southeast Louisiana. Items can be dropped off at 400 Viking Drive in Bossier City.