Good news for motorists that need to travel to Texas. I-10 is open in both directions as all lanes have been re-opened, after flood waters covered the interstate on the Texas side of the highway. And the state will begin distributing disaster food stamps next week. Flood victims are encouraged to register now at DCFS’ website. To see if you qualify call 1-888-LA-HELP-

Rapides and Avoyelles Parish are preparing to protect themselves from flooding as the Red River is expected to crest at a level that hasn’t been seen in more than 30 years. Rapides Parish Homeland Security Director Sonya Wiley-Gremillion urges residents in the most flood prone areas to take action now and don’t wait until it’s too late.
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The Red River is expected to crest at Sunday night at 39.5 feet.

Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden says he’s fairly certain he’ll run for the 2nd Congressional District seat. Holden would challenge US Representative and fellow Democrat Cedric Richmond. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says Holden ran a good campaign when he ran for Lt. Governor last year, but he did not raise a lot of campaign money…
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Holden plans to make an official announcement next month.

Slidell Police have arrested a girls basketball coach at Slidell High for allegedly having sexual relations with students. Police Chief Randy Smith says there were several students in which 35-year-old Raymond Winzy exhibited inappropriate behavior with…
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Smith says police searched Winzy’s home and classroom and found nude photos and videos on multiple electronic devices.