The drought gripping Louisiana has gotten worse in recent weeks. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says currently, about three-fourths of the state is in a drought, with half of the state rated as severe to extreme drought – and he says that’s making life very tough for many people, not just firefighters.
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A 53-year-old Metairie woman has been charged in connection with the death of a Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s deputy who was struck and killed during a funeral procession on January 30th. New Orleans Police Captain Anthony Micheu says Erica Katsanis was impaired when she struck Deputy Christopher Ohlmeyer’s motorcycle from behind.
Micheu did not say what drugs were in Katsanis’ toxicology report.
One state lawmaker wants you to pay attention when crossing crosswalks, or pay up. Chalmette Republican Representative Mike Bayham has filed a bill that would prohibit people from looking at their cell phones while crossing crosswalks. Bayham says it’s a modern-day safety issue.
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Those who are caught trying to get to the other side with their faces in their phones face fines of 25 dollars.
Governor Landry announced on his “X” account today that A-T-and-T is investing 45-million dollars to upgrade the network inside Tiger Stadium before the 2026 season. LSU President Wade Rousse joined Landry for the announcement. Rousse says when you have over 100-thousand people in one place, you need service that works.