Governor John Bel Edwards, Denham Springs Mayor Gerard Landry, Central Mayor Jr. Shelton and Walker Mayor Rick Ramsey are among those testifying today in Washington D.C. before members of Congress. Landry said in a prior phone interview that he’s concerned about the fact that homeowners could potentially spend 100-thousand dollars to lift a home that’s only been flooded once…:
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The purpose of the meeting is to discuss FEMA’s response to this disaster.

President Barack Obama has announced the federal government will increase its cost-share for flood relief efforts in Louisiana from 75-percent to 90-percent. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne says the match also extends to local governments…:
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The statistical peak of hurricane season is this Saturday. Emelie Gunn has more of what we can expect in the second half…:
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If you like hand pies and you miss Hubig’s, there’s another bakery in New Orleans that has you covered. Haydel’s began distributing the tasty pastries today. Haydel’s spokesperson Christine Adams says these pies will be baked, and not fried like Hubig’s…:
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She says they are offering four flavors to start; apple, lemon, chocolate and cherry.