The National Retail Federation says expect heavy crowds at shopping centers starting today and running through the weekend. Of the nearly 7000 people surveyed by the National Retail Federation, 51% say they’ll be out and about through the end of the year. NRF director of retail and consumer insights Katherine Cullen says the primary reason appears to be bargain hunters on a post-Christmas binge.
Cut 10 (12) “…gift card buck.”
Two people are dead following a quadruple shooting in St. James Parish. Authorities were dispatched on Christmas Eve to the Neighborhood Lounge on Main Street in Lutcher. One of the four hit died at the scene, while another died at a hospital. Sheriff Willy Martin described the scene as chaotic.
Police are still searching for the suspect, or suspects.
A strong cold front is heading towards Louisiana that will bring the potential for severe weather and the end to our mild temperatures. Jeff Palermo has the story…
There’s a 2,500 dollar reward for information that leads to the arrest of a person who murdered a mother and son in Independence on Sunday. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards is asking anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers.
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