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2 days ago
- Climate
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Ahead of the Storm: Outlook for 2025 hurricane season, remembering Hurricane Katrina
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The StormTracker Team at Louisiana First News has everything you need to know for hurricane preparedness. On the 'Ahead of the Storm' special, anchor Andre Moreau and Louisiana First meteorologists provide key updates on storm predictions and hurricane preparedness. Since 2000, at least 40 tropical or subtropical cyclones have impacted Louisiana, with the most recent being Hurricane Francine on Sept. 11, 2024. Gulf policymakers detail efforts to brace for 2025 hurricanes Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predict an above-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin this year. 60% chance of an above-normal season. 30% chance of a near-normal season. 10% chance of a below-normal season. Between 13 to 19 named storms are expected to form, with six to 10 potentially becoming hurricanes. Of those, 3 to 5 could be major hurricanes. Experts remind residents that not all storms will make landfall in Louisiana, and some may either hit other parts of the U.S. coast or dissipate at sea. Still, preparation is essential every season. Are you ready for hurricane season? Louisiana leaders urge residents to prepare Andrea Barry Chantal Dexter Erin Fernand Gabrielle Humberto Imelda Jerry Karen Lorenzo Melissa Nestor Olga Pablo Rebekah Sebastien Tanya Van Wendy This year marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, one of the most catastrophic storms in U.S. history. Katrina struck Louisiana on Aug. 29, 2005, as a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 125 mph. Turmoil, worry swirl over cuts to key federal agencies as hurricane season begins The failure of levees in New Orleans led to catastrophic flooding, contributing to the deaths of over 1,300 people in the state. The storm caused billions of dollars in damage and forever changed the landscape and resilience planning of Louisiana. As 2025's hurricane season begins, residents are urged to take preparedness seriously. The season is from June 1 to Nov. 30. Louisiana residents urged to review insurance policies as hurricane season begins Jessie J reveals 'early' breast cancer diagnosis Louisiana bill inspired by Make America Healthy Again movement heads to governor Baton Rouge man accused of putting tracking device on woman's vehicle Missing California woman, 31, found dead in Arizona Woman's Hospital launches mobile mammography unit to expand cancer screenings Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Dixie Landin' Theme Park closes for this summer
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The owners of Dixie Landin' Theme Park announced Monday morning that the park would be closed for the 2025 season. The amusement park with 25 attractions initially opened on May 23 for Memorial Day weekend. Louisiana First News has contacted the owners for details regarding the closure. On May 14, owners announced Blue Bayou Water Park would not open this summer. Dixie Landin' Theme Park is located at 18142 Perkins Road in Baton Rouge. Summer in Baton Rouge: Fun things to do, places with seasonal passes and deals Police at Newark airport rescue 2-year-old from luggage system, X-ray machine Nadler demands congressional investigation into DHS detention of staffer What is Shavuot? The Jewish festival that started hours after Boulder fire attack Dixie Landin' Theme Park closes for this summer Woman, 64, in US legally for 50 years is detained by ICE for 3 months Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Coroner identifies person killed in crash on Thomas Road
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office was called to the scene of a deadly crash Sunday, May 18. Around 9:05 p.m., first responders arrived at the 1500 block of Thomas Road. The coroner's office identified the person who died as Casey Warren, 37. Officials said the cause and manner of death are pending an autopsy. Louisiana First News has contacted the Baton Rouge Police Department for further information about the deadly crash and the victim. This is a developing story, and more information will be shared as it becomes available. 1 charged in connection with stabbing that injured 1 person in Baton Rouge, officials say Vance: Putin 'doesn't quite know how' to get out of war in Ukraine Netflix steps in to save 'Sesame Street' 1 dead, 1 critical after shooting at apartments in Baton Rouge, officials say Cars for Newgarden, Power moved to back of Indy 500 field over attenuator violation LSU President William Tate leaving for Rutgers University Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- General
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LIST: Area school systems providing summer meals for children
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Multiple parishes and school systems in the area are taking part in summer feeding programs for children. Louisiana First News is providing a list of those participating entities below. Meals will be available at these locations for anyone 18 years old and younger between June 2, 2025, to June 26, 2025. Baker High School, 3200 Groom Road, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Also, tentatively at Park Ridge, 5905 Groom Road from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The East Baton Rouge Child Nutrition Program is offering free meals to anyone 18 years old and younger from May 27, 2025, to July 31, 2025, at various schools, libraries, and housing authorities. A list of locations and times when meals will be served can be found below. Summer-2025-School-Sites-HA-Libraries-Flyer-2Download The school system said all meals must be consumed on site. If you have any questions, call the EBR Schools Child Nutrition Program at 225-376-2376 or send an email to Cnpsummermeals@ Free breakfast and lunch will be available at Slaughter Elementary School and East Feliciana High School from May 27 through June 27. Anyone who is 18 years old or younger can receive the meals. The school system said to keep an eye out for meal service times on their social media accounts. Non-congregate meal boxes will also be available in July. The school system said each box will include seven breakfasts and seven lunches and can be picked up every Tuesday in July from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at East Feliciana High School. Registration is required ahead of time. East Feliciana Public Schools says each eligible child 18 and under may receive one meal box per week. Children do not have to be enrolled at a public school in the parish to take part in this program. Free breakfast and lunch will be available from June 2 to June 26 for kids and students in the parish, with the exception of June 19, which is Juneteenth. Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Lunch: 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Participants will have to eat the meals in the cafeteria. The school district said meals will be made available at the following schools between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., as well as 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Crescent Elementary Dorseyville Elementary East Iberville Iberville Elementary MSA East MSA West North Iberville Elementary North Iberville High School White Castle High School The school system said their summer feeding program runs from June 2 to June 26 and will be distributed at St. Helena College & Career Academy, 14340 LA-37 in Greensburg. Breakfast and lunch will be available Monday through Thursday between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. and 12 p.m. Free meal boxes will be available for any child 18 years old and younger on five different dates this summer. The boxes will be available at Port Allen High School, 3553 Rosedale Road, between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20, and June 27. The school system asks the families to fill out this online registration form. The school system said drive-thru distribution will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Children who are 18 years old and younger can receive the school district's free, non-perishable seven-day meal boxes. The boxes will be available first come, first served every Monday in June and July. They will be available between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at West Feliciana Middle School. The school system asked that parents sign up here before May 30. Louisiana SUN Bucks: How to apply, do you qualify and when they will go out House works overnight on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' Republicans advance bill with steep cuts to Medicaid as part of Trump agenda Transportation secretary says his agency is working to improve infrastructure at airports Noem says conditions could back suspension of habeas corpus Louisiana tax preparer arrested in casino winnings fraud scheme Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Politics
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Former LSU athlete, Ukraine native shares thoughts on Russian ceasefire talks
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Efforts to halt or end the war in Ukraine have reached a new phase as it appears someone from Russia and someone else from Ukraine will gather in Turkey to speak about the Ukraine invasion since 2022. Former LSU basketball star and Ukrainian native Roman Rubchenko spoke with Louisiana First News to share his perspective on the conversation. 'Well, I think it's a wonderful development because throughout the last three and a half years, there haven't been any dialog going and going on for understandable reasons between Ukraine and Russia. And now this is a first attempt to actually sit at the table and discuss,' said Rubchenko. He believes this discussion would identify who is for peace and who is for war. 'I think it's going to be two outcomes if the meeting takes place and then some discussion takes place. It's already a step in the right direction,' he said. 'And I'm not holding my hopes that they're going to agree on something, but it is a step in the right direction. If Putin does not show up, which I think he will not, that will indicate to the world that he's not interested in stopping this World War. He is interested in continuing this war and trying to project power on Europe and the rest of the world.' According to Rubchenko, European leaders met in Kyiv and held a press conference consisting of Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the prime minister of the U.K., the presidents of France and Poland, and the chancellor of Germany. At the press conference, the leaders decided they needed a 30-day ceasefire. The group proposed a ceasefire to Putin and suggested he comply or risk tougher sanctions. 'I think it is a great development because Europe is starting to put pressure on Putin, who is the aggressor and who is the one that is not interested in peace,' said Rubchenko. Rubchenko said residents in Ukraine are courageous and brave, but are becoming tired after three and a half years of fighting. 'We're going to continue being brave and showing resolve. But we need the support of the West to put pressure on Russia to stop bombing our cities and to sit down at the table and discuss the ifs and buts,' he said. 'Every war is ended at the negotiating table. I think the time has come to come to the negotiating table, but not on conditions that are not beneficial to Ukraine. If we start putting pressure on Ukraine to just stop and freeze whatever we have right now, that is not going to be a lasting peace because justice has to prevail, at least in some format.' Former LSU athlete, Ukraine native shares thoughts on Russian ceasefire talks Stand Out Student: Zachary High School athlete scores 31 on ACT Speaker Johnson predicts SALT deal Wednesday as both sides report progress Golf legend's private jet makes emergency landing at LAX Hawley grills insurance executives about cutting disaster payouts Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
