Construction has begun on 15 homes covered by the Shelter at Home Program. Emelie Gunn spoke with one of those homeowners…

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During Saturday’s big game between LSU and Wisconsin, American Family Insurance is partnering with Wisconsin Athletics to raise money for the American Red Cross’ flood relief efforts in Louisiana. Fans at home and at the game can donate $10 by texting “LAFLOOD” to 90999.

A new study from Trust for America’s Health finds Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country. Bob Johannessen with LDH says there is a lack of sidewalks in Louisiana, and in some cases limited outdoor activity options. He says there is also less access to physical activity in school.

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The study finds Louisiana’s adult obesity rate is 36-percent.

Additional criminal charges have been filed against the driver of the bus who crashed into emergency vehicles in St. John Parish, causing the death of three people including the fire chief. The third victim succumbed to injuries on Thursday. Melissa Matey says Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodriguez, an illegal alien, faces multiple charges.

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Rodriguez reportedly claimed his breaks went out when he slammed into the vehicles.