State officials are advising Louisiana residents to stay safe as winter weather moves through. State Trooper Scott Moreau says as freezing rain and sleet falls in many north and central Louisiana parishes, roadways are becoming more dangerous. He advises people not to drive if at all possible.

Cut 12 (08) “at all”

And Christopher Bannan with the National Weather Service says even after the precipitation moves out, residents should still take caution when driving.

Cut 7 (11) “elevated roadways”

Bannan says south Louisiana could see the coldest temperatures we’ve seen since 2015.

Two Washington Parish parents have been arrested after young children were found living in deplorable conditions. Chief Deputy Mike Haley says the home of 28-year-old Jessie Hoyt and 26-year-old Kayla Hoyt was disgusting and the children were also not properly cared for.

Cut 10 (11) “during the day”
The Hoyts face 4 counts each of cruelty to juveniles, and the children are in state custody.

LSU All-American Safety Jamal Adams held a press conference to announce he’s skipping his senior season and entering the NFL draft. Before Adams left to go train for the draft, he thanked the LSU fans for pushing him.

Cut 16 (12) “Geaux tigers”