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Contractor working alongside Sewerage and Water Board on billing disputes
SUMMARY: The Sewage and Water Board is making strides in resolving billing disputes, collaborating with contractor HGI to tackle a backlog of contested accounts. Customers can now easily dispute bills by contacting HGI via email or phone, with staff available at the Eastbank Customer Service Center for in-person assistance. By the end of this year, approximately half of the smart meters will be installed, with the remaining 70,000 expected next year. Many bills from the smart meters have previously been based on estimates, contributing to the disputes being addressed.
The Sewerage and Water Board says its making progress in handling billing disputes. The contractor chosen by the city, HSI, is now working alongside the utility.
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Potential tropical storm could possibly form today on the East Coast
SUMMARY: A potential tropical storm could develop today along the East Coast, with a 70% chance of formation, possibly becoming a named storm by tomorrow. Current weather shows hot temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s, feeling like upper 90s to triple digits in some areas. Light, hit-or-miss showers are passing through, with occasional thunderstorms expected later this afternoon into the evening, especially near coastal and river parishes. By fireworks time, skies should clear up. Travelers along the coast and towards the Carolinas should prepare for rain through the weekend into Monday. Rain chances will increase late weekend, but no major washout expected today.
The NHC has an area of interest off the east coast of the United States highlighted for potential development this weekend.
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‘I just want my wife back’: Baton Rouge veteran’s spouse faces deportation
SUMMARY: Adrian Clouatre’s wife, Paola, was arrested by ICE after discovering a 2018 deportation order during a TikTok search. Paola, who came to the U.S. from Mexico as a child and has been homeless due to family issues, is now detained at Richwood Correctional Center. Adrian, a former Marine, struggles to explain the situation to their children and visits her when possible. Immigration attorney Aaron Cash notes increased arrests under the Trump administration, even for non-criminals. ICE denies inhumane treatment claims. Adrian remains determined to reunite with Paola, planning to secure her legal return if deported.
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Louisiana leaders react to passing of President Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’
SUMMARY: Louisiana leaders reacted strongly after President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” passed both the Senate and House, now heading to Trump’s desk for signature. The bill includes permanent extension of 2017 tax cuts, no taxes on tips, \$350 billion for border security, and aims to cut $1.5 trillion in federal spending over 10 years, though it risks Medicaid coverage loss for 12 million Americans. Louisiana Republicans, including Congresswoman Julia Letlow, Gov. Jeff Landry, Speaker Mike Johnson, and Senator Bill Cassidy, praised the bill’s tax relief, border security, and educational provisions. Democrats, led by Congressman Cleo Fields and Troy Carter, condemned it for massive healthcare and food assistance cuts impacting millions in Louisiana. The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry supported it for promoting economic growth. The bill passed narrowly amid strong partisan divides.
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