The 2016 season kicks-off today for the 5th ranked Fighting Tigers. LSU’s defense will face a quarterback that will make his first collegiate start. Wisconsin’s Bart Houston is a fifth-year senior and LSU safety Jamal Adams anticipates Houston will play well…
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Kick-off is at 2:30 today.

State Police say they are on the lookout for drunk drivers this Labor Day weekend. Trooper Dustin Dwight says they will also not tolerate motorists who are speeding, driving recklessly, or distracted. He says if you plan on driving a long distance, use the 511 app on your phone to get the latest on traffic conditions.
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Dwight says there will be extra police on the roads this weekend.

A study from Trust for America’s health finds Louisiana has the worst adult obesity rate in the nation at 36-percent. State Department of Health spokesperson Bob Johannessen says to change this trend, it has to start at a young age. He encourages parents to limit TV watching for kids to two hours a day or less and more than one hour of physical activity…
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Johannessen says eating a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and eliminating sugary drinks are other ways to live a healthy lifestyle.

New charges have been handed down against the illegal immigrant who was behind the wheel of a bus that hit a stopped fire truck and killed three people last week, including a fire chief. 37-year-old Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodrigquez faces three negligent homicide counts, 41 counts of negligent injuring and many other charges. State Trooper Melissa Matey says the feds are investigating the bus company….
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Bond for the Honduras native is over one million dollars.

Construction has begun on 15 homes covered by the Shelter at Home Program. Emelie Gunn spoke with one of those homeowners…

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During Saturday’s big game between LSU and Wisconsin, American Family Insurance is partnering with Wisconsin Athletics to raise money for the American Red Cross’ flood relief efforts in Louisiana. Fans at home and at the game can donate $10 by texting “LAFLOOD” to 90999.

A new study from Trust for America’s Health finds Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country. Bob Johannessen with LDH says there is a lack of sidewalks in Louisiana, and in some cases limited outdoor activity options. He says there is also less access to physical activity in school.

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The study finds Louisiana’s adult obesity rate is 36-percent.

Additional criminal charges have been filed against the driver of the bus who crashed into emergency vehicles in St. John Parish, causing the death of three people including the fire chief. The third victim succumbed to injuries on Thursday. Melissa Matey says Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodriguez, an illegal alien, faces multiple charges.

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Rodriguez reportedly claimed his breaks went out when he slammed into the vehicles.

State Police say new charges have been handed down against the illegal immigrant who was behind the wheel of a bus that hit a stopped fire truck and killed three people last week, including a fire chief. 37-year-old Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodrigquez faces three negligent homicide counts, 41 counts of negligent injuring and many other charges. Trooper Melissa Matey says the feds are investigating the bus company….
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Bond for the Honduras native is over one million dollars.

It’s Labor Day weekend, which means it’s time for fun with friends and family, but State Police warn drivers not to drink and drive. Trooper Dustin Dwight…:
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He says there will be checkpoints and extra police out on the roadways to protect the motoring public.

A study from Trust for America’s health finds Louisiana has the worst adult obesity rate at 36-percent. State Department of Health spokesperson Bob Johannessen says to change this trend, it has to start at a young age. He encourages parents to limit TV watching for kids to two hours a day or less and more than one hour of physical activity…
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The Louisiana Workforce Commission says individuals who are out of work or lost pay as a result of the flood can sign up for unemployment benefts through October 14th. Director of the Unemployment Insurance Program, Renita Ward Williams, says the assistance can help fill some of the income gaps…
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To apply go to La-Works-dot-net.

Construction began today on 15 homes in the Shelter At Home Program. The program pays up to $15-thousand for basic home repairs to make the house livable. Patricia Lee says she applied for the program on Monday, and workers are already fixing her home.

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To register for the program, go to ShelterAtHome.La.Gov.

Disaster unemployment benefits are available for flood victims. Director of the Unemployment Insurance Program, Renita Ward Williams, says anyone whose employment was interrupted by the disaster can apply through October 14.

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Visit LaWorks.Net to register.

Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country, according to a new report from Trust for America’s Health. Bob Johannessen with the Department of Health says this isn’t surprising because there are studies dating back to 2008 that show Louisiana as one of the heaviest states.

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It’s Labor Day weekend, which means people will be enjoying time with friends and family, and State Police will be on the lookout for drunk drivers. Trooper Dustin Dwight says they’ll also be looking for motorists who are speeding, driving recklessly, and distracted drivers. He advises people to use the 511 app this holiday weekend.

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Dwight says there will be checkpoints and extra police on the roads this weekend.

Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country, according to a new report from Trust for America’s Health. Don Molino has more…
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According to the governor’s office, work started in 15 homes today as part of the Shelter at Home Program, which pays up to 15-thousand dollars to make a home livable, while other repairs continue. Workers were at Patricia Lee’s home and she’s thankful for the program…
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State Police Trooper Melissa Matey says new criminal charges of negligent homicide and negligent injuring have been filed against the illegal immigrant who was at the wheel of a bus that hit a stopped firetruck on I-10 near LaPlace last Sunday. The wreck resulted in three deaths and dozens of injuries. Matey says they are still tyring to determine how the crash happened…
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It’s been reported that the driver told investigators that the brakes failed on the bus.

If you lost your job or income as a result of last month’s flooding, you can apply for disaster unemployment benefts at L-A-works-dot-net through October 14th. Director of the Unemployment Insurance Program, Renita Ward Williams…
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Williams says over 57-hundred people have already applied.

Construction begins today on 15 homes covered by the Shelter at Home Program. Emelie Gunn spoke with one of those homeowners…
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The illegal immigrant who was behind the wheel in a fatal accident last weekend on I-10 near LaPlace is facing new charges after a third person has died as a result of the wreck. Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodriguez now faces three negligent homicide counts and 41 counts of negligent injuring, plus other charges.

A study from Trust for America’s health finds Louisiana has the worst adult obesity rate at 36-percent. Louisiana Department of Health spokesperson Bob Johannessen says for the state to change this trend, it has to start at a young age. He encourages parents to limit TV watching for kids to two hours a day or less and more than one hour of physical activity…
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Louisiana’s adult obesity rate of 36-percent did not change from the year before.

The Louisiana Workforce Commission says individuals who are out of work or have seen less pay as a result of the flood can sign up for unemployment benefts through October 14th. Director of the Unemployment Insurance Program, Renita Ward Williams, says program can help fill some of the income gaps…
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Williams says individuals can applay at La-Works-dot-net.

Crews with the Shelter at Home Program started construction on 15 homes today. Patricia Lee’s home was one of thousands flooded during the historic rain event and contractors are currently working on her house. Lee says the workers are fixing a bedroom and a bathroom so she can live in the home while the rebuilding process continues…:
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To register for the program visit shelter-at-home-dot-la-dot-gov.

It’s Labor Day weekend, which means it’s time for fun with friends and family, but State Police are warning drivers not to drink and drive. Trooper Dustin Dwight…:
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He says there will be checkpoints and extra police out on the roadways to protect the motoring public.

A 43-year-old woman died in a house fire Friday morning in north Kenner, Fire Chief John Hellmers said. He said they were able to attack the blaze quickly, but sadly located the victim’s body on the floor of the home in a rear bedroom. The name is being withheld until all relatives can be notified, Hellmers said.

There’s another study out saying Louisiana has the highest obesity rate in the country. Bob Johannessen with LDH says we lack sidewalks in neighborhoods here, and in some cases limited outdoor activity options. He says there is also less access to physical activity in school…:
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Trust for America’s Health finds Louisiana’s adult obesity rate is 36-percent.

Tomorrow is the big game between LSU and Wisconsin, and Madison-based American Family Insurance is partnering with Wisconsin athletics to raise money that will go towards American Red Cross’ flood relief efforts in Louisiana. Fans will be asked to donate by texting “LAFLOOD” to 90999.

Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country, according to a new report from Trust for America’s Health. Don Molino has more…:
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Disaster unemployment benefits are available for flood victims. Director of the Unemployment Insurance Program, Renita Ward Williams, says anyone who is unemployed or who has had their job interrupted because of the recent flood can apply for this program through October 14th…:
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At LaWorks.net.

Additional criminal charges have been filed against the driver of the bus who crashed into emergency vehicles in St. John Parish, causing the death of three people including the fire chief. The third victim succumbed to injuries on Thursday. Melissa Matey says Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodriguez, an illegal alien, faces multiple charges…:
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State Police is investigating the crash. The feds are looking into the bus company and how this man was able to get it with no drivers license.

AAA says that gas prices are rising as we close out the summer driving season. At $2.05 for a statewide average, it’s about 3 cents higher than the prior week, and 10 cents more than a month ago.

LSU takes on Wisconsin tomorrow at historic Lambeau Field in Green Bay, and an organization in Madison is helping out with flood relief donations during the game. Judd Schemmel, with American Family Insurance, says they want to use all of the media attention around the contest to remind fans across the country that there are flood victims in Louisiana that can use some help…:
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He says they are encouraging football fans to donate to the Red Cross by texting “LAFLOOD” to 90999.

Additional criminal charges have been filed against the driver of the bus who crashed into emergency vehicles in St. John Parish, causing the death of three people including the fire chief. The third victim succumbed to injuries on Thursday. State Police say Denis Yasmir Amaya Rodriguez, an illegal alien, is booked with 3 counts of Negligent Homicide, 41 counts of Negligent Injuring, Reckless Operation and No Driver’s License.

A new report from Trust for America’s Health finds Louisiana has the highest adult obesity rate in the country, at 36-percent. Bob Johannessen with LDH says it might be a new report, but it’s certainly not new news. He says studies dating back to 2008 have shown Louisiana as one of the heaviest states in the nation…:
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Johannessen says they recommend that everyone eat at least five fruits and vegetables a day and eliminate sugary drinks from their diet.

The Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday begins today and lasts through Sunday. Department of Revenue Spokesperson Byron Henderson says you can find a list of items eligible for a two percent discount online…:
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He says many sportsmen are eager to purchase new supplies with hunting season right around the corner.

Construction has begun on 15 homes that have qualifed for the Shelter at Home program. Emelie Gunn has more…
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The Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday begins today and lasts through Sunday. Department of Revenue Spokesperson Byron Henderson says the holiday applies to a wide range of hunting supplies and you can find a complete list eligible for a two percent discount online…:
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Louisiana has received $40 million dollars in federal aid for highway projects, adding to the $60 million dollar grant the state already received. State Department of Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says the money is focused on improving traffic flow on I-10, including the relocation of the Washington Street exit in Baton Rouge near the Mississippi River Bridge…:
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Wilson says the additional federal dollars will allow them to use existing state dollars to improve the entrance at Barksdale Air Force Base near Shreveport.

It’s LSU and Wisconsin tomorrow in the season opener and there is an effort to use the game to raise funds for flood relief efforts. Judd Schemmel, with Madison-based American Family Insurance, says they will match every donation to the Red Cross on game day up to 50-thousand dollars…
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To donate to the Red Cross you can text LA-Flood to 90999.