Governor Jeff Landry has already issued a state of emergency ahead of the anticipated cold weather Sunday through Wednesday. He’s encouraging residents to prepare and to visit GetAGamePlan-dot-org for a guide.

Snow is a possibility along the Louisiana-Arkansas border. The I-20 corridor could see a combination of sleet and freezing rain, while Natchitoches, Jena and Winnsboro and the Natchez area could see freezing rain. LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says it will be cold enough for winter precipitation

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Entergy Louisiana says they are temporarily suspending disconnections for non-payment from Monday through Friday next week due to the anticipated severely cold weather. Beyond January 19^th, Entergy says they will take a day-by-day approach on disconnections.

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With a deep freeze in the forecast, you’ll want to be sure to protect your tropical plants. LSU Ag Center Horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard says if they are in containers move them indoors like a garage or your porch. But if those tropical plants are in the ground…

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If you’ll be traveling in the next few days, consider the much colder temperatures and be sure to visit 511-LA-dot-org for the latest road conditions.

And you’ll also want to consider your automobile ahead of the frigid temperatures.  Tripple A Spokesman Don Redman says have your battery checked because the freezing temperatures can kill an a battery that’s already weak. But he says that’s not the only thing that could leave you stranded.

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Louisiana is bracing for the arrival of some arctic air and the possibility of winter precipitation. Morehouse, East and West Carroll are under a winter storm watch, starting Sunday night and lasting until Monday afternoon, LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin…

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Pipes and pets are on our minds as frigid weather heads toward the Bayou State but we should also be preparing our autos for the freezing temperatures. Triple A Spokesperson Don Redman says to make sure you’re not stranded with a dead car battery…

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The New Orleans teenager convicted of killing Linda Frickey in March of 2022 was sentenced to life in prison yesterday. John Honore, who was 17 when he committed the crime, could be eligible for parole after 25 years. You’ll recall the murder involved the murder involved Honore carjacking, beating, and dragging Frickey with her own car 700 feet. Honore’s co-defendants have already pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of attempted manslaughter.

A basketball game turned deadly Thursday night after a shooting in the parking lot at Bogalusa High School. Acting Bogalusa Police Chief Percy Knight says it happened but before 9 pm during the game against Covington.

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Knight says after multiple gunshots the suspects fled the scene. As for a motive, investigators do not believe the shooting was random.

A strong line of storms is moving through the northern part of our state and the national weather service has issued a tornado watch for Northeast Louisiana, including Monroe that will remain in effect until eleven this morning. The next big weather change isn’t expected until Monday with temperatures expected to dip below freezing throughout the state along with wintry precipitation.

A 25-year-old woman attempting to sell electronics to a man who contacted her through social media became the victim of violence Thursday. Colleen Crain has the story…

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Governor Jeff Landry believes shifting to a closed-party primary election system is at the core of making fundamental changes to advance Louisiana. the Bayou State. The state has closed party primaries for the president and did for Congress in 2008 and 2010. Landry, who was elected to Congress in 2010 says now it’s a problem because our representation in DC could be decided as late as December.

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With below freezing temperatures headed our way, the state fire marshall’s office is raising a red flag over heater safety, especially after the state’s first fatal house fire of the year. Spokesporson Ashley Rodrigue reminds us all that that a working smoke detector can be the difference between life and death in a fire emergency.

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Governor Jeff Landry believes Louisiana should have closed primary elections and he’s asking lawmakers to debate it in the special session Brooke Thorington has more.

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The State Fire Marshal’s Office issues a call to action for home heating safety following a fatal house fire in Washington Parish. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says heating equipment is a leading cause of home fires.

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Two students were shot last night outside a Bogalusa High School Basketball game. One fatally. Police there say the deadly shooting happened around 8:45 at the game against Covington High. Both students, under the age of 18, were taken to Our Lady of The Angels Hospital, where one later died. according to the Bogalusa Police Department.

The shooting remains under investigation this morning.
A violent morning Thursday in St. Bernard Parish ended with the death of the alleged perpetrator after he attacked a 25-year-old woman in Violet and fled in her car. St. Bernard Parish Sheriff James Pohlman says the suspect was 27 year old Deiondre Brock and says they don’t believe Brock and the victim knew each other.

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The national weather service has issued tornado watch 10 for that now includes ten parishes in north central Louisiana. That watch includes the northern third of our state including Monroe and Shreveport and will remain in effect until eleven this morning.

Of course there’s still more very cold weather on the way next week and now the state’s first deadly house fire of 2024 in Washington parish has prompted heating safety warnings from the state fire marshal. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Governor jeff Landry believes shifting to a closed-party primary election system is at the core of making fundamental changes to advance the bayou state. Landry says other states do it and he defended his stance on the moon griffon show.

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A violent morning Thursday in st. Bernard parish ended with the death of the alleged perpetrator after he attacked a 25-year-old woman in violet and fled in her car. St. Bernard parish sheriff James Pohlmann…

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The alleged attacker has been identified as 27-year-old Deiondre Brock. Authorities are still collecting information, but Sheriff Pohlmann says the victim and Brock did not know one another.

Word that mortgage interest rates are decreasing sparks hope the real estate market can rebound this year. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Monday’s inauguration of Louisiana’s 57^th Governor Elect Jeff Landry has been moved to tomorrow due to the threat of severe weather on Monday. The governor will be sworn in at 4:30 tomorrow afternoon on the steps of the State Capitol, though by law he will not officially take office till Monday at noon. The Inauguration Ball will still take place Monday evening at 7.

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Two of the five Neville High students hospitalized after yesterday’s fatal fire at a Mississippi deer camp, have reportedly been released. KNOE TV reports two are still being treated for smoke inhalation and one has been transferred to the burn center at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. A 15 year old died as the result of that fire.
Jefferson County Sheriff James Bailey says his deputies were among the first on scene…

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One of the tastiest seasons in the Bayou State – King cake season kicks off today in Louisiana . Co-Owner of New Orleans Haydel Bakery David Haydel says they have been quite busy between local sales and shipping out orders nationwide.

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By the end of the day on Monday, Louisiana’s new governor and legislature will both have been sworn into office on separate days. Governor-elect Jeff Landry has said he wants to pass legislation to reduce crime, lower property insurance rates and improve public education. Council for a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says the new governor will back legislation that he knows can get the necessary votes in the Legislature…

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2023 saw rising interest rates in the real estate market. But experts believe mortgage rates will settle in 2024 between five and six percent. The cost of homeowners insurance in the state is also a bit hurdle for potential buyers. Louisiana Realtors CEO Norman Morris on working with Louisiana lawmakers and new insurance commissioner to make them more affordable.

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Two of the five Neville High students hospitalized after yesterday’s fatal fire at a Mississippi deer camp, have reportedly been released. KNOE TV reports two are still being treated for smoke inhalation and one has been transferred to the burn center at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. A 15 year old died as the result of that fire.

Get ready to consume your favorite carnival treat. King Cake season gets underway on Saturday. Teiko Foxx has more.

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If Monday’s inauguration of Governor Elect Jeff Landry was on your to do list, you know it’s been moved now to tomorrow due to the threat of severe weather on Monday.

Louisiana’s 57^th governor will be sworn in at 4:30 tomorrow afternoon on the steps of the State Capitol, though by law he will not officially take office till Monday at noon.

Louisiana’s new Legislature will be sworn in on Monday. Republicans will be in control of both the executive and legislative branches. You may recall, there was conflict between Governor Edwards and the Republican controlled Legislature. Council for a Better Louisiana president Barry Erwin expects a better working relationship with Republican Jeff Landry as governor, but he says it will not be smooth sailing…

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King Cake season officially kicks of today in Louisiana. With a shorter carnival season, sales are expected to be much lower compared to last year, though places like New Orleans’ Haydel Bakery are filling orders from across the country. Third-generation baker David Haydel says the sweet Mardi Gras tradition comes in many variations, but when it comes to the most popular…

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If you’re looking to buy a house this year, you may be in better luck when it comes the cost. Though the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage right now is 6.75%, Louisiana Realtors CEO Norman Morris says economists are predicting mortgage rates to stabilize as we get further into the year.

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2023 was not the a great year for real estate with rising interest rates. But Louisiana Realtors CEO Norman Morris believes things will improve this year with mortgage rates expected to settle in between five and six percent.

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Sad news as a 15-year-old student from Neville High School in Monroe is dead and five of his classmates injured after their deer camp caught on fire early Friday morning. Neville Tiger Network identified the student who died as Junior Tarver Braddock who was on the football and baseball teams.
Two of the five Neville High students hospitalized after yesterday’s fatal fire at a Mississippi deer camp, have reportedly been released. KNOE TV reports two are still being treated for smoke inhalation and one has been transferred to the burn center at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

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Louisiana’s new governor-elect Jeff Landry will now be sworn in tomorrow instead of Monday. The inauguration moved to 4:30 Sunday due to expected storms on Monday. State lawmakers will be still be sworn in on Monday. As it all takes shape, republicans will be in control of both the executive and legislative branches. Council for a Better Louisiana president Barry Erwin on what that means for the first regular session that begins in March…

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LSU has hired its new defensive coordinator. Former Tulane football player and La Tech defensive coordinator Blake Baker was defensive coordinator at Missouri last season. He helped the Tigers go 11-and-2 as Mizzou ranked fifth in the SEC in scoring defense. His three-year, two-point-five million dollar contract makes him the highest-paid assistant coach in the country.

Word that mortgage interest rates are decreasing sparks hope the real estate market can rebound this year. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Monday’s inauguration of Louisiana’s 57^th Governor Elect Jeff Landry has been moved to tomorrow due to the threat of severe weather on Monday. The governor will be sworn in at 4:30 tomorrow afternoon on the steps of the State Capitol, though by law he will not officially take office till Monday at noon. The Inauguration Ball will still take place Monday evening at 7.

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A 15-year-old student from Neville High School in Monroe is dead and five of his classmates injured after their deer camp caught on fire early this morning. The incident happened in Jefferson County, Mississippi and Sheriff James Bailey says his deputies were among the first on scene…

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If you are a king cake connoisseur, get ready to find the baby. One of the tastiest seasons in the Bayou State – King cake season kicks off this Saturday. Co-Owner of New Orleans Haydel Bakery David Haydel says they have been quite busy between local sales and shipping out orders nationwide.

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