louisiana

Gov. John Bel Edwards Speaks On Flooding

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Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is asking the federal government to declare a major disaster for his state. Governor Edwards requested for President Barack Obama to make the declaration. Four parishes fall under the declaration including East Baton Rouge but…

Flood Evacuations In Louisiana

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Historic flooding in southern Louisiana has forced thousands of people to flee their homes. Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards says at least 7,000 people have been rescued so far and about 1,000 cars were stuck on interstate 12 for over…

Louisiana Flood Relief Efforts

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Fire Chief Michael Beyerstedt tells News 25 about the Louisiana flood relief efforts and the supplies they need like gloves, mops, brooms and more. As you can donate supplies at any central fire station until Tuesday.

Former KKK Leader Will Run for Senate

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Former Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate today. Duke will seek an open seat vacated by Louisiana Republican Senator David Vitter, who announced last year that he would not be seeking re-election. More than…

Powerball Drawing Tonight for $348 Million

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Coast residents having been making a run for the border. No, they are not headed to Taco Bell. They are headed to Louisiana for a chance to win $348 million. The drawing for the huge jackpot is set for later…

Two People Killed in Kenner, Louisiana

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Police are investigating the shooting deaths of a New Orleans area couple. Police say 28-year-old Dawn Scott and 31-year-old Raynell Kimbrough were found this morning shot multiple times in the bedroom of their Kenner apartment. According to police, an infant…

Tornado Touchdown In Louisiana

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National Weather Service confirms a tornado touched down Sunday morning in Louisiana and heavy rain and wind continued into the night.