Hard to believe it’s Christmas Day with this hot muggy weather. State Climatologist Barry Keim says you’ll need your t-shirts and shorts if you’re gonna be out and about this weekend…:
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Tomorrow is going to be a huge shopping day for retailers and consumers as folks hit the stores to return gifts. LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says post-Christmas apparel sales will likely be even more substantial this year as retailers struggle to get rid of winter clothing with short shelf life due to unseasonably balmy weather…:
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Rice says some stores are even opening as early as 5am tomorrow as they seek to clear the shelves to make room for new products in the new year.

The Camping World Independence Bowl takes place tomorrow in Shreveport I-Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says there will be many events surrounding Independence Stadium leading up to the game. He feels this year’s kickoff time will give fans the opportunity to truly have a gameday experience…:
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The game kicks off at 4:45 and it will be televised on ESPN.

Saints quarterback Drew Brees says despite his torn plantar fascia in his right foot should be good to go when then face the Jaguars in the dome Sunday. Brees suffered the injury early in the Saints’ loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday. He says he’s taking it easy because right now it hurts to walk…:
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The game kicks off at 3pm Sunday and will be televised by CBS.

Lots of folks will be out shopping tomorrow and the stores will be ready with major deals, especially this season according to experts. LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says retailers want sell off excess inventory fast and appeal to shoppers who are making returns…:
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He says spending was expected to be way up this season because gas prices are so low, but that hasn’t really happened yet.

Hundreds of friends and family members gathered at the Monroe Regional Airport on Christmas Eve with signs, flags and balloons to welcome home the more than 150 soldiers of the Louisiana National Guard’s 1023rd Engineer Company. The troops returned home from a 10-month deployment to Kuwait with additional missions in Iraq, Jordan and Afghanistan. The 1023rd is headquartered in Bastrop with detachments in Monroe and Clarks. Home just in time for Christmas.

If you’re sick of this holiday heat, hang in there. State Climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front will bring drier and more seasonable weather to Louisiana on Monday. But he says for the next couple of days we’ll have to deal with more of this warm and humid air…:
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He says this is really unusual for December 25th.

Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he is going to play this Sunday against the Jaguars for New Orleans’ last home game of the season. Brees has a torn plantar fascia in his right foot and he didn’t practice Thursday, but he says he’s making progress every day and he has every intention to take the field in the Dome Sunday…:
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It’s a hot and humid Christmas in Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim says temperatures are in the low 80s in some places and this is highly unusual for December 25th…:
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Keim says a cold front will bring drier and more seasonable weather to Louisiana on Monday.

The Baton Rouge Police Department has identified the suspected gunman who allegedly shot and killed a man in a parking lot at a strip mall last week. They say 27-year-old Glenn Spears of Baton Rouge shot and killed 27-year-old George Reusch of Prairiville. He is wanted on charges of first degree murder and illegal use of a weapon. Two others were arrested on charges of principal to first degree murder. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Spears is asked to call Crimestoppers.

Investigators said a woman died after she was hit by a car as she walked on a dark highway late Thursday night on LA 38 near Kentwood. Louisiana State Police identified the victim as Kristi Allen, 35, of Kenner.

Some of the best deals of the year fall the day after Christmas, and experts say you can expect even steeper discounts this season. Don Molino reports…:
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Saturday’s Camping World Independence Bowl in Shreveport will pit the Tulsa Hurricanes against the Virginia Tech Hokies. Independence Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says this year’s matchup is full of history. He says Tulsa played in the first I-Bowl in 1976 and Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer coached his first bowl game in Shreveport…
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It’s Christmas Day, but the weather outside feels more like spring. Michelle Southern has the story…

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State Police is investigating a deadly officer involved shooting in Franklin Parish. They say the incident occurred when sheriff’s deputies were pursuing a reckless driver just south of Winnsboro. Authorities say the unidentified man drove toward a road block that had been set up and refused to stop. Fearing for their lives, deputies opened fire and struck the driver, who later died. The names of the deceased and the officers involved have not been release.

LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says the day after Christmas will be a great day to find fantastic deals in stores, as retailers try to make room for new products in the new year. He says spending was expected to be way up this season because of low gas prices, but that hasn’t really happened yet…

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With December 26th falling on a Saturday, retailers are expected to be ready with sales.

Despite a torn plantar fascia in his right foot, Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he intends to play Sunday against the Jaguars. He says stiffness was an issue on Thursday and whether or not he’ll practice today will depend on how he’s feeling…

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The Saints have two games left and won’t make the playoffs, but Brees says he wants to play for the team.

It feels more like spring than Christmas across Louisiana today. State Climatologist Barry Keim says you won’t need a sweater at all this Christmas weekend as we are staying warm and humid for the next few days…

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There’s a potential that a few record highs could be broken as temperatures will reach around 80-degrees.

Quarterback Drew Brees says he is going to play this Sunday against the Jaguars for the Saints’ last home game of the season. Brees suffered a torn plantar fascia in his right foot in Monday’s loss to Detroit. He says he’s taking it easy because right now it hurts to walk…

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He says he’s making progress every day and he has every intention to take the field in the Dome Sunday.

Savvy shoppers know that some of the best deals of the year fall the day after Christmas and LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says retailers will be ready with sales. He says post-Christmas apparel sales will likely be even more substantial this year as retailers struggle to get rid of winter clothing due to unseasonably warm weather…

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He says stores will attempt to sell off excess inventory to make room for new products in the new year.

The Virginia Tech Hokies face the Tulsa Hurricanes in Saturday’s Camping World Independence Bowl in Shreveport in what will be Hokies’ head coach Frank Beamer’s final game. Independence Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says they are honored to host coach Beamer in the last game of his career…

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Beamer announced he will retire at the end of the season.

Some of the best shopping deals of the year fall the day after Christmas, and experts say you can expect even steeper discounts this season…

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The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office says an officer involved shooting has left a 54-year-old Pride man dead. They say deputies responded to a disturbance call at the home of Gregory Sanders. Authorities say Sanders was threatening to harm himself and then walked outside and pointed a high-powered rifle at the deputies. One of the officers fired and killed Sanders. The officers involved have been placed on administrative leave. The investigation is ongoing.

It’s Christmas Day, but the weather outside feels more like spring with afternoon highs approaching 80 degrees. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we’ll have to deal with this warm and humid air for at least the next couple of days…

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Keim says a cold front will bring more seasonable weather to Louisiana on Monday.

The Tulsa Hurricanes will face the Virginia Tech Hokies in Saturday’s Camping World Independence Bowl in Shreveport. Independence Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says there will be many events surrounding Independence Stadium leading up to the game. He feels this year’s kickoff time will give fans the opportunity to truly have a gameday experience…

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The Independence Bowl is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

Despite a torn plantar fascia in his right foot, Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he intends to play Sunday against the Jaguars. He says stiffness was an issue on Thursday and whether or not he’ll practice today will depend on how he’s feeling…:

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The Saints won’t make the playoffs and they have just two games left, but Brees says he wants to play for the team.

Expect a moment of silence before Sunday’s game to remember Jerry Romig, who was the public address announcer for the Saints for 44 years. Romig passed away Wednesday at his home at the age of 86. His family said Romig was battling an extended illness. Romig retired from his P-A duties two years ago. Dome general manager Doug Thornton calls Romig an institution.

Former LSU quarterback Zach Mettenberger will start this Sunday as the Tennessee Titans host the Houston Texans. Mettenberger is filling in for the injured Marcus Mariota. Mettenberger is 0-8 as a starter in the NFL.
The Virginia Tech Hokies face the Tulsa Hurricanes in Saturday’s Camping World Independence Bowl in Shreveport in what will be Hokies’ head coach Frank Beamer’s final game. Independence Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says they are honored to host coach Beamer in the last game of his career…

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Beamer announced his retirement at the end of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:45 tomorrow afternoon and it will be televised on ESPN.

The Pelicans bring a two-game winning streak into their Christmas Day matchup with the Miami Heat. New Orleans defeated both Denver and Portland this week to improve to 9-19 on the year. The Heat have lost two of their last three.

There are four more games on the NBA schedule today: the Bulls face the Thunder, the Warriors play host to the Cavaliers, the Spurs take on the Rockets, and the Clippers are at the Lakers.

It’s a tropical like Christmas Day across Louisiana. There’s the potential that a few records could be broken as high temperatures will be around 80-degrees. State Climatologist Barry Keim says this is really unusual for December 25th…

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Keim says a cold front will bring drier and more seasonable weather to Louisiana on Monday.

Planning to hit up the mall tomorrow? Savvy shoppers know that some of the best deals of the year fall the day after Christmas, and experts say with December 26th falling on a Saturday, retailers will be ready with sales. LSU Assistant Professor of Marketing Dan Rice says stores will attempt to sell off excess inventory and appeal to shoppers who are making returns…

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Rice says tomorrow will also be a great day to stock up on next year’s wrapping paper, ornaments and seasonal dinnerware.

Tomorrow’s Camping World Independence Bowl in Shreveport will pit the Tulsa Hurricanes against the Virginia Tech Hokies. Independence Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says this year’s matchup is full of history. He says Tulsa played in the first Independence Bowl in 1976 and Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer coached his first bowl game in Shreveport…

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The game kicks off at 4:45 and it will be televised on ESPN.

Saints Quarterback Drew Brees says he is going to play this Sunday against the Jaguars for New Orleans’ last home game of the season. Brees has a torn plantar fascia in his right foot and he didn’t practice Thursday, but he says he’s making progress every day and he has every intention to take the field in the Dome Sunday…

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Brees suffered the injury early in the Saints’ loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday.