Scientists at Tulane University are feverishly working to develop a finger-prick test that could be used to quickly diagnose whether someone has the Ebola virus. Doctor Robert Garry says using a finger stick is a safer way, and they can get an answer quickly…

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He says it’s still in the testing phase, but in a few weeks they should be ready to present to the Feds.

Fire officials are investigating an early morning trailer fire in Thibodaux that claimed the lives of two people. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says the fire department responded to the fire at around one o’clock this morning…

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The names of the victims have not been released as of yet.

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People in the Monroe area are trying to pick up the pieces after severe thunderstorms rolled through the area Monday. Eric Gill has more…

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Seven people have been arrested today for participating in an online sales scam. Attorney General Buddy Caldwell says the suspects are believed to be members and affiliates of Romanian organized crime. The suspects are charged with federal racketeering for stealing approximately $1.4 million dollars from more than 500 people.