We’re facing some nasty weather in the days leading up to Christmas. State Climatologist Barry Keim says it’s a busy week for many and this weather system will also bring the potential of damaging winds, tornadoes, and flash flooding…:
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He says up to five inches of rain could fall in areas across the state over the next three days.

Many shrimpers and seafood dealers say this has been a terrible year for the industry. Eric Gill reports…:
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17 arrest warrants have been issued in an attempt to stop criminal activity by the Gremlins Gang through four parishes in South Central Louisiana. State Police spokesperson Brooks David says a lengthy, multi-agency investigation led cops to suspect the Gremlins Gang is possibly linked to homicides, intimidation and widespread narcotics distribution…:
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He says all of them, 10 in custody and 7 at large, face several charges, including racketeering, which carries a long prison sentence if convicted.

Former LSU Tiger Odell Beckham Junior has been suspended for one game for his actions against Carolina cornerback Josh Norman. Beckham was flagged three times for unnecessary roughness. He was reportedly upset that a member of the Panthers was walking around on the field with a bat in his hands before the game. The Giants star wideout plans to appeal the suspension.