Louisiana State Parks end the 3-night minimum stay for weekday stays at campgrounds and cabins. The change starts December 9th. State Parks Director Brandon Burris expects an increase in reservations, adding that in some of the less-populated areas, ta state park is the only available overnight accommodations.

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For more info on booking a stay, head to L A State Parks dot com.

The Transportation Security Administration expects nearly 27-million people will fly from November 22nd to December 2nd. So the T-S-A is getting the word out, make sure you don’t pack anything in your carry-on bag that could be used as a weapon. Spokesperson Sari Koshetz

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Koshetz says you can travel with a gun, but it must go in your checked luggage.

For the first time ever, Mississippi residents do not have head to Louisiana to buy scratch-off lottery tickets. About 12-hundred convenience stores in the Magnolia State began selling them today. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Kim Chopin says hopefully this will not result in lower revenues for the Bayou State

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Mississippi residents no longer have to travel into Louisiana to play lottery scratch-off games. Jeff Palermo has the story…
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The Louisiana Health Department says 46-thousand people in Louisiana have lost their Medicaid coverage this month after failing to respond to warning letters that they might be no longer eligible for the taxpayer-funded health care. These individuals who lost their Medicaid coverage had until October 31st to prove their eligibility.

Senator John Kennedy has legislation that he says can bring 5G internet-capable infrastructure to rural areas. Kennedy says high-speed internet is so important in this day and time…
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Kennedy says legislation seeks to make 10-billion dollars to get high-speed internet service to rural areas.

Starting December 9th, Louisiana State Parks will end the three-night minimum stay that’s been required to stay during the week at one of their campgrounds or cabins. State Parks Director Brandon Burris says the repeal sends an encouraging message to those that want to explore the sportsman’s paradise…
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For more info on booking a stay, head L-A State Parks dot com.

The FCC is holding a public auction for airwaves to be used in 5G wireless technology that should result in improved access to broadband internet in rural communities. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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New Orleans Saints Offensive tackle Terron Armstead was taken out of the game due to an upper ankle sprain. The injury is leading to expectations that Armstead will likely miss Saints on-the-field action for the next several weeks. But the good news for Saints fans is that with San Francisco Chargers beating Green Bay Packers last night, the Saints now have the number two seed in the NFC playoffs.

With the Thanksgiving holiday coming this Thursday, drivers need to be aware of the Click or Ticket campaign that will run this week. State Police Lt. Nick Manale says state troopers and local law enforcement will be on the lookout to see if drivers are buckled up…

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Although the increased surveillance may lead to more tickets issued to driver who fail to buckle up, Manale says a ticket is better than a tragedy on the roadway.

Louisiana State Parks end the 3-night minimum stay for weekday accommodations at campgrounds and cabins. The change starts December 9th. State Parks Director Brandon Burris says they’ve heard the feedback from visitors to waive the minimum 3 weeknight stay requirement that has been in place the last few years.

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For more info on booking a stay, head to L A State Parks dot com.

Senator John Kennedy files the “Clearing Broad Airwaves for New Deployment, or C-Band, Act” in an effort to secure $10 billion for rural broadband infrastructure. Kennedy says there are many people that do not have reliable internet in less populated areas.
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Kennedy says his legislation will ensure a public auction for the C-Band spectrum will be held and at least 10-billion of the proceeds will go towards rural broadband infrastructure.

The American Farm Bureau finds that Louisiana residents can expect to pay $47.54 for a Thanksgiving dinner that caters to a party of ten. That’s $1.37 less than the national average price. Louisiana Farm Bureau federation spokesperson Avery Davidson says a 16-pound turkey is about $2 less than the national average.
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Davidson says sweet potatoes also cost less here, compared to nationally.

Law enforcement across the state are participating in the Click or Ticket campaign this week. State Police Lt. Nick Manale says state troopers and local officers will be on the lookout to see if drivers are buckled up… The increased surveillance may lead to more tickets, but Manale says a ticket is better than a tragedy…
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Today eight regional offices of O-M-V opened this morning after they were closed last week from a cyberattack on state computers. The Office of Motor Vehicles is asking the public to only conduct time-sensitive business.

Eight Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicle offices reopened today after the recent attempted ransom ware attack of state government computer systems. The list of OMV offices returning to serving the public includes locations in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Monroe, Alexandria, Lake Charles, and Thibodeaux. LSP notes that fingerprinting, background checks, and that concealed handgun permits offices will not be open to the public at this time.

The Click it or Ticket campaign kicks off today for Thanksgiving week. Connor Ferrill has the story.

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Users of the Windows 7 Operating Systems should know that beginning on January 14^th of next year MicroSoft will no longer be offer patches or updates for Windows OS 7.

Tech Gumbo host Hagai (HAG-EE) Davis says almost a third of all computers in circulation still run Windows 7, and a lot of those folks are in serious danger of being hit by malware that’s sat dormant on their computer.

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Davis says when Windows discontinued XP in 2013, users saw a massive spike in malware attacks the day after it dropped support.

If sweet potatoes are part of your Thanksgiving menu, shoppers in Louisiana can expect some savings in their holiday meal budgets. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation spokesperson Avery Davidson says for three pounds of sweet potatoes, Louisiana residents can expect to spend about $1.43 compared to just over $3 around the rest of the country.

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Louisiana Radio Network.

Today only 8 regional offices of O-M-V and Public Tags will open after they were closed last week from cyberattack on state computers. The Office of Motor Vehicles is asking the public to only conduct time-sensitive business. Regional offices in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Alexandria, Monroe, Lafayette, and Thibodaux will open today. State Police are asked to used discretion issuing citations for expired licenses and tags.

Oil and gas rigs receive approval from the Trump Administration to operate at reduced royalty or royalty-free rates in new shallow waters in the Gulf of Mexico. Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Director Scott Angelle says revitalizing shallow water drilling would reinvigorate coastal communities like Morgan City, Houma, New Iberia, Terrebonne, and Lafourche.

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If you’re still using Windows 7 the clock is ticking, beginning January 14^th Windows will no longer offer patches and updates for their Windows 7 operating system. Tech Gumbo host Hagai Davis says that’s a concern because users can be vulnerable to attacks. However, Windows offers a free upgrade to Windows 10 for Windows 7 and 8 users. Davis says it’s something that can be taken care of pretty quickly.

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Davis adds Windows 10 may not run well on older computers, so if your system is four years old or older, it’s time to look at getting an upgrade.

LSU is SEC West champions for the first time since 2011, but there was not a big celebration after the Tigers clinched with a 56-20 victory over Arkansas. Coach Ed Orgeron says the team strives to accomplish bigger goals…

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Oil and gas rigs receive approval from the Trump Administration to operate at reduced royalty or royalty-free rates in new shallow waters in the Gulf of Mexico. Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Director Scott Angelle says lowering or eliminating the royalties in shallow water zones will allow companies to tap into a significant amount of untapped oil and gas.

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The number of shallow water drills dropped 89 percent in the last decade.

If you’re still using Windows 7 be prepared to go it alone because Windows will no longer offer updates beginning January 14^th. Tech Gumbo host Hagai (Hag-eye) Davis says It’s not that your computer won’t work starting January 15^th, but it will leave you particularly vulnerable to attack, and can expose updated computers on your network…

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With Thanksgiving on the way, drivers need to be aware of the Click or Ticket campaign that will run this week. State Police Lt. Nick Manale says state troopers and local law enforcement will be on the lookout to see if drivers are buckled up…

Cut 13 (11) “…properly restrained.”

Only 8 regional O-M-V offices will open today after a cyberattack paralyzed state computers last week. They are requesting only time-sensitive business at offices this week.

The American Farm Bureau finds that Louisiana residents can expect to pay $47.54 for a Thanksgiving dinner that caters to a party of ten. That’s $1.37 less than the national average. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation spokesperson Avery Davidson says when it comes to dessert, the Bayou State is in line with the rest of the nation.

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The feds OK some reduced royalty and royalty-free oil and gas drilling in shallow Gulf waters. Matt Doyle has the story.

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In Avoyelles Parish two people are dead and two injured after a shooting early Sunday morning near the Community of Cottonport. The Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office says the shooting happened around 2 a.m. Sunday on Hwy. 29 at a club known as The New Beginnings. When APSO arrived at the scene, one man was dead, another was shot and driven to a hospital where he later died.

Beginning January 14^th Windows will no longer offer patches and updates for their Windows 7 operating system. Tech Gumbo host Hagai (Hag-eye) Davis says nearly a third of all computers in circulation still run Windows 7, and a lot of those folks are in serious danger.

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Only 8 regional offices of OMV will open today for time-sensitive business only after a ransomware cyberattack paralyzed state computers.

The American Farm Bureau finds that Louisiana residents can expect to pay $47.54 for a Thanksgiving dinner that caters to a party of ten. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation spokesperson Avery Davidson says for three pounds of sweet potatoes, Louisiana residents can expect to spend about $1.43 compared to about $3 around the rest of the country.

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It looked like the Saints would cruise to an easy win over Carolina yesterday. The Black and Gold jumped out to a 14-0 lead, but New Orleans committed 12 penalties before Will Lutz hit a game-winning field goal as time expired for a 34-31 victory. Coach Sean Payton says it wasn’t there best game and they need to cut down on the penalties…
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Payton was also unhappy with the outcome of two challenged pass interference calls, both of them went against the Saints. The video replay judge called pass interference on rookie Saints defensive back C-J Gardner-Johnson, but the play did not hurt the Saints as Carolina ended up missing a field goal to take the lead.

LSU is 11-and-0 heading into Saturday’s SEC West battle with Texas A-and-M. Tigers running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire says LSU is seeking redemption from last year’s seven overtime loss to the Aggies…
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Kick-off in Tiger Stadium is at 6 PM.

The Ragin Cajuns are Sun Belt Western Division champs after dismantling Troy 53-3. U-L Lafayette hosts U-L-M on Saturday night. The Warhawks need to win to become bowl eligible.

Louisiana Tech will need to beat U-T-S-A on Saturday and get some help from other teams in order to win the Conference USA Western Division after losing its second straight to U-A-B 20-14.

Southeastern Louisiana and Nicholls are both in the F-C-S playoffs. The Lions will host Villanova, while the Colonels will host North Dakota.

The Trump Administration will begin allowing new shallow-water Gulf of Mexico oil and gas rigs to operate at reduced royalty, or royalty-free rates to incentivize new activity. Rig activity is expected to increase over the next year, but Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement Director Scott Angelle says that’s only in deep water areas.

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The American Farm Bureau finds that Louisiana residents can expect to pay $47.54 for a Thanksgiving dinner that caters to a party of ten. That’s $1.37 less than the national average price of $48.91. Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation spokesperson Avery Davidson says a 16-pound turkey is about $2 less than the national average.

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With Thanksgiving on the way, drivers need to be aware of the Click or Ticket campaign that will run this week. State Police Lt. Nick Manale says state troopers and local law enforcement will be on the lookout to see if drivers are buckled up… The increased surveillance may lead to more tickets given out, but Manale says a ticket is better than a tragedy…

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Today only 8 regional offices of O-M-V and Public Tags will open after they were closed last week from a cyberattack on state computers. The Office of Motor Vehicles is asking the public to only conduct time-sensitive business. Regional offices in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Lake Charles, Alexandria, Monroe, Lafayette, and Thibodaux will open today. State Police are asked to used discretion issuing citations for expired licenses and tags.