Entergy reports more progress made in getting the lights back on for hundreds of thousands of folks affected by Hurricane Ida. Dave Brannen has more…:

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Police in Natchitoches are investigating the fatal shooting of a juvenile this morning. Police Corporal John Greely says they were called to Highland Park Drive just after dawn…:

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The victim’s identity has not been released.

Despite the fact the U.S. has been hit by numerous natural disasters during the COVID pandemic, The American Red Cross perseveres. Hurricanes, wildfires, and more have put the non-profit into action over the past 18 months. Red Cross President & CEO Gail McGovern says they’re fortunate the public remains engaged and donate to help. What’s more she says 90% of their workforce are volunteers…:

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The Louisiana SPCA says it has picked up several stray animals after Hurricane Ida. In order to reunite as many families as possible, the LASPCA has started a dedicated section on its website to display animals currently being held as strays. You can visit the website at www.louisianaspca.org/strays. Hurry, In many cases you only have three days to retrieve your pet