6:30 LRN Newscast December 3rd

It’s been two weeks since a ransomware attack hit state servers and the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles is still operating at a limited capacity. Division of Administration spokesperson Jacques Berry says 54 locations are open, while 25 remain closed. He says if you’re interested in knowing which locations are operational…
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State Police say they continue to use discretion when it comes to writing tickets for those driving on recently expired driver’s licenses.

A new legislature will be sworn in on January 13th and political analyst Bernie Pinsonat tells us who is the early favorite has emerged to become the next Senate President….
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Cortez is from Lafayette. Pinsonat says it’s tough to say who will emerge as the next House Speaker.

Holiday weight gain is an issue as time with family and friends may mean more eating than normal. The amount of weight can range widely, but a couple of pounds is average for most. LSU School of Public Health nutritionist Dr. Henry Nuss says most folks know the season is full of high-calorie foods, but drinking also adds to the high-calorie intake..…
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Nuss says in order to avoid the holiday weight gain, try exercising more.