The Restore Louisiana Taskforce meets today to discuss how the state will distribute the first round of federal disaster aid for flood victims. Congress approved 438 million dollars worth of assistance. The governor’s deputy chief of staff, Julie Baxter Payer, says they are recommending a program that has three different ways the money will be dispersed….
cut 10 (09) “….for reimbursement”
Payer says this round of money will likely go to low to moderate income families first.

A strong cold front will move through Louisiana today. State Climatologist Barry Keim says Saturday will be one of the coldest days we’ve experienced in a while…
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There is a chance for rain today as the front moves through.

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise of Metairie says the Republican controlled Congress and White House are ready to move forward with an agenda that seeks to improve the economy. Scalise says G-O-P leaders want to get the oil and gas industry going and that means removing regulations so the U.S. can become more energy independent…
cut 6 (09) “….in America”
Oil is trading at around 45-dollars a barrel.

The Saints are now 4-and-6 on the season after losing to Carolina 23-20 last night. Once again a blocked kick played a huge role in this one. The Panthers blocked a field goal before halftime, which resulted in seven points for the defending N-F-C champs.