President Donald Trump has approved Governor Edwards request for an emergency disaster declaration for Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis, and Vermillion Parishes, as Tropical Storm Harvey continues to pound Eastern Texas and Western Louisiana with rain….:
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The National Weather Service predicts that Southwest Louisiana will see 10-20 inches of rain between tonight and tomorrow.

Now that Louisiana is in a state of emergency, the Attorney General’s Office warns consumers to be wary of price gouging. Deputy Director of Public Protection Mike Dupree says if prices spike fast it’s highly suspect.:
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Price gouging within five days of a declaration is a crime punishable by a $500 fine and up to five years in prison.

Twenty-five years ago many Louisianans were dealing with the devastation left by Hurricane Andrew….:
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Shreveport officials are talking about building a sports complex that could be used for the New Orleans Pelicans G-League team, and maybe even a practice facility for the Saints. Local banker Rich Holland says this would be great for the city…:
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The Shreveport City Council will soon consider a proposal to construct a 30-million dollar sports complex in the downtown area.