5:30 LRN Newscast November 22

The statewide burn ban that went into effect August 7th has been lifted according to the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says the cooler temperatures that have settled in for the fall dramatically reduce the chances of a wildfire erupting…

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Rodrigue encourages residents to remain vigilant when conducting outdoor burns. Also, know what you can and cannot burn.

State Police are reminding motorists to buckle up and travel safely. Sergeant James Anderson…

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Additional law enforcement will be on the roadway looking for impaired drivers and anyone not wearing seat belts.

The National Retail Federation is predicting as much as a four-percent growth in revenues this year from holiday shoppers. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Louisiana “Celebration Gator” float will crawl down the streets of New York for a third appearance in the 97th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade tomorrow. The 60-foot-long alligator float will blow confetti out of its mouth and wag its tail along the parade route. Amanda Shaw and Alex Smith are set to perform this year.