06:30 Newscast, January 6th, 2017

Today the Restore Louisiana Task Force will meet to discuss how the state plans to spend $1.2 billion dollars federal flood relief. Jeff Palermo reports…:
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There are freeze watches and warnings throughout much of the state today as forecasters say light rain will begin to change to a mix of freezing
precipitation and sleet during the morning hours into the afternoon. State climatologist Barry Keim says the region north of the I-10 corridor will likely see a wintry mix…:
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Many people set New Year’s resolutions to become healthier for 2017 but nutritionists are cautioning people about the dangers of fad diets. Registered Dietitian with the LSU AgCenter Sandra May says she sees the popularity of these name brand diets ramp up at the beginning of each year. She urges consumers to eat a balanced diet…:
Cut 10 (11) “food groups”
She says juicing or detoxing can be very dangerous, especially if you have a medical condition like diabetes.

The Saints have made major changes with their coaching staff. Five assistant coaches were let go including long-time assistant head coach Joe Vitt.