The flu has taken the life of a Louisiana child. The Department of Health confirms the state’s first pediatric flu death of the season. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says Louisiana and South Carolina have the highest flu activity in the nation…

Cut 6 (06) “…ten years.”

While the state’s flu activity is extremely high, RSV cases are on the decline except for children under one year. Louisiana saw 3 RSV related deaths this season.

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy wished everyone a Merry Christmas. The Republican says he’s pleased to be home spending the holidays with his family and friends and that there’s no better place to celebrate the birth of Christ than the Bayou State.

Cut 12 (13) “…than Louisiana.” 

Saints fans are frustrated with their team on this Christmas Day and there’s growing belief among Who Dat Nation that a change in leadership is needed. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

This holiday season, the Red Cross is asking Louisianans to give a gift with meaning and help with growing disaster needs. Regional Disaster Officer Ed Bush says funds are needed to provide safe shelter and meals to thousands of people affected by disasters.

Cut 9 (13)  “…financial support.”

This year, the Red Cross distributed 108 million dollars in assistance to people after disasters including the power outage in north Louisiana and the Tiger Island wildfire.

Your Christmas Forecast is a mixed bag from Santa… LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says Christmas Eve will be a wet one for most of Louisiana and though the rain will be gone by Monday, if you were hoping for a cold Christmas, well…
Cut 8 (12) “…near 70″ 

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is headed back to Notre Dame where he’ll take over as offensive coordinator there. Denbrock was a finalist this past season for the Broyles Award, which goes to the nation’s top assistant coach. Weathers says not only is Denbrock an excellent playcaller, he can also recruit…

Cut  14 (11) “..play out”
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While the gift of a puppy might seem like the “Best Christmas Ever”, animal advocates want to remind you the commitment goes well beyond the holidays. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”
And don’t forget, Louisiana’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is underway now through January first. Additional law enforcement will be on the roadways looking for impaired drivers. So if you plan to drink at a holiday gathering, remember to designate a driver or have a ride share app at your fingertips to get home safely.

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers and returning to Notre Dame. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says Denbrock helped develop quarterback Jayden Daniels into a Heisman Trophy winner and guided an offense that leads the nation in scoring and total offense…

Cut 13 (13) “…to gold” 

Tis the season for scams and the Better Business Bureau is urging us all to be on guard. Don’t get tricked into buying and shipping gifts or money to strangers on social media. BBB President Carmen Million says we should always be on the lookout to spot schemes that aim to steal your cash, personal information or both.

Cut 11 (12) “…is accurate.”

For more information on holiday scams, visit BBB.org/AvoidScams.

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You may not be dreaming of a wet Christmas Eve, but most of Louisiana will be getting one. That’s according to LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin. But there is some good news. Jacquemin says the rain will be gone on Christmas Day…
Cut 8 (12) “…near 70″ 

If you plan to give an animal for Christmas, it’s best to make sure the recipient is ready and prepared for the commitment that comes with caring for an animal. Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane Society…

Cut 4 (08) “…everything in.”

Dorson suggests fostering a pet from a shelter or offering to pay for the adoption fee and let the recipient choose their pet at a shelter instead.

It’s a busy time of year for all of us, especially scammers! The Better Business Bureau’s 2022 online scams report found that online purchase scams were the most common cons reported to Scam Tracker. BBB President Carmen Million says the agency receives tons of reports every day from victims urged to take immediate action due to suspicious activity.

Cut 10 (11) “…for it.”
The thought of a puppy or kitten for Christmas seems like a dream. But the reality is, it’s a decision that should not be made lightly. Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane Society says before you put a pet under the tree Dorson says remember the long-term commitment associated with a pet…

Cut 5 (11) “ …do it.”  

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LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is heading back to Notre Dame to be the offensive coordinator for Fighting Irish. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

An “American Idol” contender turned French Quarter performer, was arrested and booked on this week on a single count of domestic abuse battery. Nola,com reports 24-year-old Tyrell Maurice Jenkins’ appeared in Court yesterday afternoon. The alleged victim saying she did not want a protective order. Bond was set at 15-hundred dollars.

We will not have a white Christmas in Louisiana, but we will have a wet Christmas eve. LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says heavy rainfall is expected Sunday ahead of a cold front…

Cut 6 (12) “…at times”

Jacquemin says most of the state will see one to two inches of rain on Sunday…but Christmas Day should be dry.

Before you give someone a pet for Christmas, animal advocates urge you to make sure the recipient is agreeable and understands the commitment.  Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane Society says in a few weeks they see many of these gifts dumped at shelters…

Cut 3 (11) “…good idea.”

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Tis the season for scams and Better Business Bureau President Carmen Million urges Louisianans to take precautions when shopping and donating this holiday season. If you receive an email requesting you to buy a gift card to pay for an item, she says to treat it as a red flag.

Cut 9 (13) “…gift card.” 

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers so he can return to Notre Dame to be the offensive coordinator for the Fighting Irish. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says Denbrock is from the Midwest and that could be a reason why he’s going back to South Bend…

Cut 12 (09)  “.. his career”  

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers and returning to Notre Dame. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says Denbrock helped develop quarterback Jayden Daniels into a Heisman Trophy winner and guided an offense that leads the nation in scoring and total offense…

Cut 13 (13) “…to gold” 

Tis the season for scammers. Better Business Bureau President Carmen Million says if you receive an email or text requesting you to buy a gift card to pay for an item, treat it as a red flag.

Cut 9 (13) “…gift card.” 

We will not have a white Christmas in Louisiana, but we will have a wet Christmas Eve. LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says heavy rainfall is expected Sunday ahead of a cold front…

Cut 6 (12) “…at times”

He says most of the state will see one to two inches of rain on Sunday, but south of I-10 and I-12 could see two to three inches of rain.

If you plan to give an animal for Christmas, it’s best to make sure the recipient is ready and prepared for the commitment that comes with caring for an animal. Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane Society…

Cut 4 (08) “…everything in.”

Dorson suggests fostering a pet from a shelter or offering to pay for the adoption fee and let the recipient choose their pet at a shelter instead.

Louisiana’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is the lowest for the month of November according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. At Three Point Five Percent, the rates is tied for the third lowest rate in series history. Workforce Commission  Secretary, Robert Wooley says the Commission along with stakeholders host free job fairs and community events. Citizens can also apply for jobs on their website, LA Works Dot Net.

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers so he can return to Notre Dame to be the offensive coordinator for the Fighting Irish. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says Denbrock is from the Midwest and that could be a reason why he’s going back to South Bend…

Cut 12 (09)  “.. his career”  

This will be Denbrock’s third stint as an assistant coach at Notre Dame.

The Better Business Bureau receives tons of reports every day from victims urged to take immediate action due to suspicious activity. BBB President Carmen Million says don’t fall victim to unsolicited calls, emails, and texts.

Cut 10 (11) “…for it.”

Heavy rainfall is expected on Christmas Eve ahead of a cold front but LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says the rain will be gone on Christmas Day…

Cut 8 (12) “…near 70″ 

Hunters in the Sportsman’s Paradise no longer have to wait until their hunting license expires to renew. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced and reminds sportsman the expiration will reset to 365 days after the renewal whether the license is renewed early or not.

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is heading back to Notre Dame to be the offensive coordinator for Fighting Irish. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

Hunters in the Sportsman’s Paradise no longer have to wait until their hunting license expires to renew. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced and reminds sportsman the expiration will reset to 365 days after the renewal whether the license is renewed early or not. Hunters can also set up auto-renew and renew online but there is a convenience fee for online payments. Get more information or sign up at LouisianaOutdoors dot com.

Before you give someone a pet for Christmas, animal advocates urge you to make sure the recipient is agreeable and understands the commitment.  Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane Society says in a few weeks they see many of these gifts dumped at shelters…

Cut 3 (11) “…good idea.”

Most of Louisiana will see one to two inches of rain on Christmas Eve, but LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says south of I-10 and I-12 could see two to three inches of rain. …

Cut 7 (10) “…Christmas eve night” 

Jacquemin says the rain will be gone on Christmas Day…

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers to be the offensive coordinator for Notre Dame. Denbrock was a finalist this past season for the Broyles Award, which goes to the nation’s top assistant coach. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says not only is Denbrock an excellent playcaller, he can also recruit…

Cut  14 (11) “..play out”

Quarterbacks coach Joe Sloan and wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton will serve as co-offensive coordinators against Wisconsin on New Year’s Day.

We’re looking forward to a wet Christmas eve. LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says heavy rainfall is expected Sunday ahead of a cold front…

Cut 6 (12) “…at times”

The gift of a puppy might seem like the “Best Christmas Ever” but animal advocates want to remind you the commitment goes well beyond the holidays. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Tis the season for scams and Better Business Bureau President Carmen Million urges Louisianans to take precautions when shopping and donating this holiday season. If you receive an email requesting you to buy a gift card to pay for an item, she says to treat it as a red flag.

Cut 9 (13) “…gift card.” 

LSU offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock is leaving the Tigers and returning to Notre Dame. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor William Weathers says Denbrock helped develop quarterback Jayden Daniels into a Heisman Trophy winner and guided an offense that leads the nation in scoring and total offense…

Cut 13 (13) “…to gold” 

While it’s the season of giving it’s also the season of scams. Carmen Million with the Better Business Bureau reminds you to be mindful of schemes trying to swipe your cash or steal your personal information.

Cut 11 (12) “…is accurate.”

Before you give the gift of a pet for Christmas, Jeff Dorson with the Humane Society of Louisiana says make sure the recipient is agreeable and understands the long-term commitment…

Cut 5 (11) “ …do it.”  

Sadly, he says many animals that were Christmas gifts are dumped at shelters when people go back to work after the holidays.

The one to three inches of rain in the forecast for Christmas Eve has forced Bonfires on the Levee to be lit Saturday night instead of Sunday. But LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says the rain will be gone on Christmas Day…

Cut 8 (12) “…near 70″