We are expecting a break today from heat indices climbing over 110 degrees. State Climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front will bring cloud cover and an increased chance of rain.
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Most of the state is under a marginal risk for severe weather today.

A Public Religion Research Institute survey finds Louisiana has the lowest level of support for abortion rights in the nation, with only 34 percent saying they support the right to legal abortion in most, or all cases. ULM Poli Sci Professor Joshua Stockley says this is a big reason why the Democratic party in Louisiana has trouble winning statewide races…
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The Halloween and Costume Association has a petition that calls for the federal government to designate a National Trick or Treat Day to take place annually on the last Saturday of October. Kevin Barnhart has more…
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144-thousand people have signed the petition at change-dot-org.