The holiday season is here and there’s no better way to start the holidays than by giving back to your local food bank….
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The State Fire Marshal’s Office has lifted the burn ban that’s been in place since August 7th. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says after conversations with the National Weather Service, local fire departments, and the Fire Service the decision was made to remove the ban.
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As millions of drivers hit the roadway for the Thanksgiving holiday, State Police are reminding Louisianans to buckle up and travel safely. Sergeant James Anderson says wearing a seatbelt is the most effective measure to minimize injury in the event of a crash.
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There will be a lot of food on the table tomorrow and some dropped on the floor. So do your best to make sure your pets do not eat any table food, especially chocolate, grapes, raisins and onions. They are toxic to pets. LSU Vet school spokesperson Ginger Guttner has this advice if your pet gets a hold of something they normally don’t eat…
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Guttner saysit’s a good idea to find out if your Vet will be open or available during the holidays and what to do in case of an emergency.

Triple A says 55 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving… Brooke Thorington has more.
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It will be a nice day to travel in Louisiana today and State Climatologist Barry Keim says it will be cool tomorrow with a high around 60-degrees…
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At this time of year, demand is up at Louisiana food banks. Director of Feeding Louisiana Pat Van Burkleo says monetary donations are greatly appreciated and so are turkeys….
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To support Louisiana food banks, visit feeding-louisiana-dot-org.

Family and Friends are visiting and connecting over the holidays and the LSU Vet School wants us to keep our 4 legged friends safe during all our celebrations. Spokesperson Ginger Guttner says to use caution because foods safe for us are toxic for dogs and cats…
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Turkey bones can also be a source of obstructions in the esophagus and stomach.

AAA expects 55-million Americans will travel over the Thanksgiving weekend, the third highest number since they began tracking holiday travel in 2000. Spokesperson Don Redman says most people will hit the road, while nearly five-million will travel by air…..
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Hotel prices are down 12-percent from last year and rental cars are down 20-percent.

Looking at cool temperatures for Thanksgiving as the high temperature will struggle tor reach 60-degrees. But what about on Friday and Saturday, which are big shopping days and big days for high school and college football. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we are expecting highs near 60 in north Louisiana and a little warmer for central and south Louisiana…
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The Holidays are a wonderful time for family and friends but can be a challenge for our four-legged friends. Colleen Crain has more…
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Louisiana’s spirit will be a part of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tomorrow in New York City. A 60-foot float called Celebration Gator will be in the parade for the third year in a row. It celebrates the birthplace of jazz, Cajun and Creole cuisine and Mardi Gras. Louisiana musicians Amanda Shaw and Alex Smith perform on the alligator-themed float.

Triple A says 55 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving… Brooke Thorington has more.
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The statewide burn ban has been lifted. It was issued on August seventh as a result of extremely dry conditions that helped produce multiple wildfires, some still burning today. But recent rainfall has given officials confidence that residents can return to burning vegetation and ordinary yard waste like leaves, tree branches and grass clippings.

Thanksgiving is the ultimate food holiday, but for thousands of Louisiana residents they are unable to get a good meal. Director of Feeding Louisiana Pat Van Burkleo says demand is up and boxes of food are down at food banks…
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To support Louisiana food banks, visit FeedingLouisiana.org.

Are you putting up Christmas Decorations this weekend? Ginger Guttner with the LSU Vet School says be mindful of your pets as you hang those lights and put up the tree….
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Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas has been placed on injured reserve with a knee injury. He’ll miss at least the next four games. New Orleans is at Atlanta on Sunday.

Triple-A predicts 55-million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving holiday and many of those travelers will take to the road and skies today. Triple-A spokesperson Don Redman says leave this morning if you can…
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Many families will hit the grocery store today to buy items for the Thanksgiving feast, unfortunately there are thousands of families unable to have a nice meal. Director of Feeding Louisiana Pat Van Burkleo says there’s a growing need for donations to food banks…
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More than 683 thousand people in Louisiana live with food insecurity.

Dominique McKane is counting her blessings this Thanksgiving. She was one of four people stabbed last week on the Louisiana Tech campus. Mckane told a Monroe TV station she never thought something like that could happen to her. Mckane is back home after suffering seven stab wounds, a C6 vertebrae fracture and a collapsed lung. A 23-year-old student has been charged in the incident.

The Holidays are a wonderful time for family and friends but can be a challenge for our four-legged friends.
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AAA expects 55-million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving. That’s the third-highest Turkey holiday travel forecast since 2000. Spokesperson Don Redman says overall travel is up more than two-percent over last year…
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In Louisiana, gas prices are 32-cents lower than at this time last year, for a statewide average of $2.83 for a gallon of regular gasoline.

We are looking at a cool Thanksgiving weekend forecast….
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That’s state climatologist Barry Keim who says high temperatures over the next couple of days will be in the low 60s and we are looking at a long stretch cooler than normal days.

The holiday season is here and there’s no better way to start the holidays than by giving back to your local food bank. Teiko Foxx has more…
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Jazz Fest is hoping 2024 will be the year they finally get some Satisfaction. Brooke Thorington has more.

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The State Fire Marshal announced the statewide burn ban issued on August 7th has been lifted.  Louisianans are reminded the only legal items that can be burned in Louisiana are vegetation and ordinary yard waste items like leaves, tree branches, and grass clippings.

More than 46 million turkeys will be cooked this Thanksgiving according to USDA.  USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers says the best way to defrost your turkey is in the refrigerator.  When it comes to stuffing a turkey, Carothers suggests placing the turkey in the oven right away especially when using hot stuffing.

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According to Triple A fuel analyst Don Redman the statewide average for a gallon of regular gas today is $2.85.

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The national average for a gallon of regular gas at $3.30.

Rolling Stones are coming to Jazz Fest and Times-Picayune and NOLA.com music writer Keith Spera believes besides fans in Louisiana, this stop on the Hackney Diamonds tour will attract Stones fans from all corners of the globe because it’s their only non-stadium show.

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Presale tickets for Louisiana residents will be available November 29^th, visit NOjazzfest.com for more information.

Welcome news for those traveling over the river and through the woods to grandmothers for their turkey dinner. Fuel prices are down compared to this time last year. Triple A Fuel Analyst Don Redman says overall things appear to be much easier on your wallet this Turkey Day…

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For the second consecutive Lady Tiger Basketball game All-American forward Angel Reese was not with the team. Coach Kim Mulkey says Reese is still a member of the team and expects her to return to the court sooner than later. But the coach is not going to give any details as to why she’s not playing…

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More than 46 million turkeys will be cooked this Thanksgiving according to USDA.

The traditional way to cook a turkey is in the oven but many Louisianans prefer to cook it in a deep fryer. USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers urges Louisianans to make sure the turkey is fully thawed before it goes in a deep fryer.

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LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey continues to not provide any details on why Angel Reese is not with the team. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The Coast Guard and other authorities are still searching for the source of an oil pipeline leak in the Gulf of Mexico off the Louisiana coast. The Coast Guard initially reported 12 thousand gallons of oil was in the water but pipeline gauges show 1.1 million gallons of oil is missing and may have been discharged into the Gulf. The pipeline has been shut down but authorities are looking for the source.

The Rolling Stones are coming to Jazz Fest Thursday, May 2^nd and Jazz Fest will be the second stop on their US tour promoting their new album, Hackney Diamonds.

After kicking off in Houston they’ll roll over to Crescent City. Times-Picayune and NOLA.com music writer Keith Spera says The Stones obviously want to play Jazz Fest, even after being rebooked several times before…

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It’s time to start defrosting that frozen turkey if you want it ready for Thanksgiving Day. The Department of Agriculture wants to encourage food safety tips to prevent dangerous foodborne illnesses. When it comes to defrosting your turkey, USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers recommends that you do so in the refrigerator, never leave it out to thaw on the kitchen counter.

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Prices at the pump are considerably lower than they were this time last year. According to Triple A fuel analyst Don Redman the statewide average for a gallon of regular gas today is $2.85.

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The Department of Agriculture wants you to use safe cooking practices this Thanksgiving and the USA doesn’t recommend stuffing a turkey due to the increased risk of cross-contamination. A stuffed turkey also takes longer to cook.

But if you decide to stuff your turkey, USDA Safety Expert Meredith Carothers suggests placing the turkey in the oven right away especially when using hot stuffing.

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Jazz Fest is hoping 2024 will be the year they finally get some Satisfaction. Brooke Thorington has more.

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The seventh-ranked LSU women’s basketball team easily defeated Texas Southern 106-47 last night but for the second consecutive game All-American forward Angel Reese was not with the team. The Bayou Barbie was last seen a week ago in uniform in a game where she did not play in the second half. Coach Kim Mulkey is tight lipped on why Reese is missing..

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