When you step outside today, be prepared….it’s no longer summer. State Climatologist Barry Keim
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High temperatures today will only be in the 50s and it will also be breezy. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for central and south Louisiana, which means dangerous fire conditions have returned.

Today is the last day to turn in an application to be eligible for grant dollars to help make home repairs if you received damage during the 2020 and 21 hurricanes or the May 2021 severe storms. Director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says there are about 65-hundred homeowners who completed the initial survey but not yet submitted applications…
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For more information go to restore.la.gov.

It’s Halloween so the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission wants motorists to be on the look out for trick or treaters. Colleen Crain reports October is consistently one of the deadliest months of the year on Louisiana’s roads…
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October has consistently been one of the deadliest months of the year on Louisiana roadways. Colleen Crain has more…

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The state says there are about 65 hundred homeowners possibly eligible for federal grant dollars that had damage during the 2020 and 21 hurricanes, but have yet to turn in an application. Jeff Palermo reports today is the application deadline.

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Halloween will be chilling… literally in Louisiana with temperatures dropping even more after sunset. Brooke Thorington has more.

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 October 2022 was the deadliest on Louisiana roadways since 2008. Gregory Fischer with The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says it’s not just last year…

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LHSC urges Louisiana drivers to be cautious and avoid the fatal 4 which means wear your seatbelt, put your phone away, drive the speed limit, and don’t drive if you’ve been drinking.

Fischer has safety tips for trick-or-treaters. He says, to walk against traffic, wear bright colors, and you’re safer in a group. Fisher urges Drivers to be extra vigilant as Trick or Treaters will be out this evening…

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Many adults will be celebrating Halloween this year and Fisher says to have fun but be safe especially if your party includes alcohol…

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Today is the last day for homeowners who suffered damages in the 2020-21 hurricanes and the May 2021 severe storms to apply for funding that can be used to repair your home. Director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development, Pat Forbes, says there are about 65-hundred homeowners who have completed the initial survey, but not submitted applications…

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Homeowners can submit their application at restore-dot-la-dot-gov, or call the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program call center, or visit one of their mobile support locations. Forbes hopes those who have been invited to complete an application take advantage of this opportunity

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Forbes says since the program launched in February of 2022, more than 380-million in federal grant dollars has been distributed to 48-hundred homeowners. He says if a hurricane victim has already completed their repairs, they are still eligible…

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While it’s not going to necessarily be the coldest Halloween on record, State Climatologist Barry Keim says this Canadian cold front will be responsible for a significant drop in temperatures, in the 50s around 6 o’clock and then temperatures will begin to drop into the 30s and 40s.

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The record cold for Halloween was in 1993, the lows were 30 degrees in Baton Rouge, 35 in New Orleans, and 28 in Shreveport.

Along with a ghoulish cold front, Keim says it’s not just cooler temperatures that will prompt the need for an extra layer or two for trick-or-treaters.

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And as we enter November, Keim says this cold front will stick around for a bit…

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One of the warmest Halloweens on record in Louisiana was in 2016 with highs in the upper 80s. In Shreveport, the high was 87, in Baton Rouge 88, and in New Orleans, it was 89.

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The Sugar Bowl has been a college football staple since 1935 and in the last decade, it’s contributed $2.4 billion to the local economy. But with the expansion of the college football playoffs looming, it’s in danger of losing playoff status. Allstate Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley says they are holding a fundraiser and asking the business community to help out.

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In three years, it’s up in the air, Hundley says, if the Sugar Bowl will remain a significant bowl game…

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This season’s game, a New Year’s Day national championship semi-final game, is already sold out. But next season 12 teams will vie for the championship and for the next two seasons the Sugar Bowl will be a quarterfinal game.

Hundley is hopeful they’ll be able to raise enough corporate funds and buy-ins from interested parties to keep the Sugar Bowl in the playoffs.

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Those looking to support the Sugar Bowl are invited to visit SupportTheSugarBowl.com

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The 13th-ranked LSU Tigers will be missing several cornerbacks and one of their top defensive linemen in Saturday’s SEC showdown with eighth-ranked Alabama. Coach Brian Kelly says Zy Alexander, Duce Chestnut, and Denver Harris are not available, so they will have to rely on several freshmen corners…

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Kelly also announced defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo will miss the rest of the regular season after undergoing surgery. He’s expected to miss the next six weeks, but Kelly says they have enough depth on the D-line…

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The intriguing match-up is LSU’s explosive offense against Alabama’s stout defense. Kelly says he’s impressed with the Crimson Tide linebackers…

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Alabama has held six of its last eight opponents to 20 points or less.

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The Saints had several offensive stars in Sunday’s win over Indianapolis. Quarterback Derek Carr had his best game as a Saints, Taysom Hill scored two touchdowns and receiver Rashid Shaheed also made some big catches. Coach Dennis Allen also liked what he saw from Andrus Peat, who made his second straight start at left tackle…

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Cornerback Paulson Adebo also had a big game against the Colts, with three passes defensed and an interception. Allen likes the development of the third-year pro out of Stanford…

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Authorities have arrested 21-year-old Malik Flowers and charged him with 2^nd degree murder in the death of 21-year-old Tyree Parker and attempted murder in the shooting of a second victim still fighting for his life after the double Friday night shooting a block from the Donaldsonville High School football game. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Donovan Jackson says

Because the football game against Patterson was close by, the game was halted as a security precaution and the stadium needed to be utilized for air medics.

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There has been an insurgence of annoying salt marsh mosquitoes in the Bayou State. LSU Ag Center Entomologist Kristen Healy says Salt marsh mosquitoes are a dusk brown color but unlike many other types of mosquitoes, they fly during the day. Healy says saltmarsh have adapted to fly extremely long distances for food sources.

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Halloween spending to reach a record $12.2 billion according to the National Retail Federation, exceeding last year’s record of $10.6 billion. But NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights, Katherine Cullen says the big headline is more people are celebrating the holiday than before…

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LSU has injury and availability concerns going into the game against Alabama this Saturday. Head Coach Brian Kelly says defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo had surgery and will miss at least six weeks. The Tigers will also be without some of their top cornerbacks, but a freshman from Rummel High School is available…

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Kelly says he has confidence freshmen cornerbacks Jeremiah Hughes, Javien Toviano and Ashton Stamps can get the job done.

An arrest in the 3^rd shooting near a high school football game this year has been made. 21-year-old Malik Flowers has been arrested after the double Friday night shooting a block from the Donaldsonville High School football game. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Donovan Jackson says Flowers faces second-degree murder for the death of 21-year-old Tyree Parker and another shooting victim is hospitalized and fighting for his life.

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There was another shooting on October 6 at the Hahnville – Thibodaux game and a fatal shooting on September 1^st at the Brusly – Port Allen game.

Authorities have made an arrest in the shooting at a Halloween party in Lake Charles Saturday night. 17 year old Artavien Green of Lake Charles is charged with 5 counts of aggravated 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree murder, and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile. Police say 6 teenagers were shot after a fight broke out a house party. 5 of the victims were transported to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and one victim reportedly fighting for his life had to be air lifted to Lafayette General.

There has been an insurgence of annoying salt marsh mosquitoes in the Bayou State. LSU Ag Center Entomologist Kristen Healy says a combination of drought and wildfires are contributing factors to this situation.

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Salt marsh mosquitoes are a dusk brown color but unlike many other types of mosquitoes, they fly during the day.

Halloween spending to reach a record $12.2 billion according to the National Retail Federation, exceeding last year’s record of $10.6 billion. But NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights, Katherine Cullen says more people are celebrating the holiday than before and that’s driving the increase in spending. Before the pandemic, only 68% of US adults observed Halloween. Post-pandemic Before the pandemic, only 68% of US adults observed Halloween events…

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21-year-old Malik Flowers has been arrested after the double Friday night shooting a block from the Donaldsonville High School football game. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Donovan Jackson says Flowers faces second-degree murder for the death of 21-year-old Tyree Parker and an attempted murder charge…

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Authorities have made an arrest in the Halloween shooting in Lake Charles Saturday night. 17 year old Artavien Green of Lake Charles is charged with 5 counts of aggravated 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree murder, and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile. Police say 6 teenagers were shot after a fight broke out a house party. 5 of the victims were transported to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and one victim reportedly fighting for his life had to be air lifted to Lafayette General.

The number of salt marsh mosquitoes has increased despite no major rain in Louisiana – making the common flying insect bold and bothersome. Teiko Foxx has more.

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October has consistently been one of the deadliest months of the year on roadways according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission. Last year 94 people lost their lives in preventable roadway crashes. LHSC is urging drivers to be particularly careful this Halloween and avoid the fatal 4 which means wear your seatbelt, put your phone away, drive the speed limit, and don’t drive if you’ve been drinking. One more thing – Please pay close attention and watch out for pedestrians and trick or treaters.

21-year-old Malik Flowers has been arrested after the double shooting Friday night a block from the Donaldsonville High School football game. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Donovan Jackson says Flowers faces second-degree murder for the death of 21-year-old Tyree Parker and an attempted murder charge. Because the football game against Patterson was close by Jackson says the game was halted as a security precaution and the stadium needed to be utilized for air medics.

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And Authorities have arrested 17 year old Artavien Green of Lake Charles today after 6 teenagers were shot at a Halloween party Saturday night. Police say a fight broke out a house party leading to shots fired. 5 of the victims were transported to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and one victim reportedly fighting for his life had to be air lifted to Lafayette General. Green is charged with 5 counts of aggravated 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree battery, attempted 2^nd degree murder, and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile during a crime of violence.

It’s LSU-Alabama week as the Fighting Tigers are up to number 13 in the AP Top 25 poll. The Crimson Tide who has one less loss than LSU and is ranked 8th. LSU Coach Brian Kelly says they have to raise their level of preparation

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Spending nationally on the ghoulish holiday of Halloween this year is expected to set a new record. Brooke Thorington has more…

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The number of salt marsh mosquitoes has increased despite a drought – making the blood sucking insect bod and bothersome.
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An artic cold front arrives today and that will produce a chilly Halloween. High temperatures tomorrow in the low 60s. North Louisiana will see below freezing temperatures Wednesday and Thursday morning.

LSU is ranked 13th in the AP poll heading into its matchup against Alabama on Saturday and Coach Brian Kelly says defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo will miss the game after undergoing surgery.

Ascension Parish deputies have arrested a 21-year-old man in the fatal shooting of another 21-year person which led to the suspension of the Donaldsonville-Paterson football game on Friday. The shooting happened a block from the stadium where the two teams were playing. Spokesperson Donovan Jackson says a second person was shot and is fighting for his life..,
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Malik Flowers is the alleged gunman and Tyree Parker is the deceased victim.

According to the National Retail Federation, Halloween spending is up. NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights, Katherine Cullen, says people will spend on average 108-dollars, up eight dollars from last year…
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21-year-old Malik Flowers has been arrested after the double Friday night shooting a block from the Donaldsonville High School football game. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Donovan Jackson says Flowers faces second-degree murder for the death of 21-year-old Tyree Parker and an attempted murder charge…

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The second victim is in the hospital.

The family of murdered Northwestern State football player Ronnie Caldwell plans to file a lawsuit this week against the university and others. Caldwell’s parents say they warned the coach that their son was living in a dangerous situation three days before he was fatally shot at his apartment complex. Blanche Caldwell is Ronnie’s mother…

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Northwestern State canceled its remaining four games and head coach Brad Laird resigned.

There’s been an insurgence of the annoying salt marsh mosquito in Louisiana. LSU Ag Center Entomologist Kristen Healy says the drought and wildfires have contributed to the surge. Healy encourages Louisianans to avoid places and times when mosquitoes are abundant.

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From the middle of spring into the fall, salt marsh mosquitos can be found as far as 80 miles inland looking for food.