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Last impact day for morning fog then tracking strong storms around Mardi Gras

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www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2025-02-26 22:29:28

SUMMARY: Congratulations to the scholarship recipient! The forecast anticipates patchy fog in the Bayou Parishes and coastal Mississippi. Overnight temperatures will be around 50-60°F, warming up to the low 70s tomorrow. A front is approaching, bringing a slight chance of sprinkles. As temperatures drop in the evening, light jackets will be needed. The weekend looks promising with comfortable temperatures for various parades. Some storm potential arises by Lundi Gras, with about a 30% chance of storms, but the worst weather is expected to remain to the north. Overall, conditions appear favorable for Carnival festivities.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie looks at how the fog situation shapes up for Thursday morning and then tracks a weak front moving through during the day showing you what it brings in the way of rain chances and what it does to temperatures then turns our attention to parade forecasts through the rest of the week and into the weekend, while finishing tracking a front nearing by Lundi Gras and Mardi Gras showing you what the latest trends are in the timing of possible storms then finishes with your seven day forecast.

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Chris Paul announces final season in the NBA

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wgno.com – Jared Paul Joseph – 2025-07-06 15:26:00

SUMMARY: Chris Paul, former New Orleans point guard, announced the 2025-26 NBA season will be his final. Drafted fourth overall in 2005 by the New Orleans Hornets, Paul quickly excelled, earning Rookie of the Year and All-NBA honors. He spent six years with the Hornets, highlighted by a franchise-best 56-26 record in 2008. After a vetoed trade attempt to the Lakers, Paul was traded to the Clippers, then played for Houston, Oklahoma City, Phoenix (reaching the NBA Finals), Golden State, and San Antonio. Over 20 seasons, he accumulated 23,011 points, 12,499 assists, nine All-Defensive selections, and solidified a Hall of Fame career.

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Danger of fireworks & How to avoid injury

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2025-07-04 18:50:55

SUMMARY: Doctors warn of the dangers fireworks pose to the eyes, with 15% of fireworks injuries affecting vision. Lisa Dickerson lost sight in one eye after a bottle rocket malfunctioned during a family celebration. Despite multiple surgeries, she now has significant scarring and disfigurement. Dr. Aaron Shriver and others note a spike in firework-related eye injuries following legalization in Iowa, overwhelming emergency rooms. Safety tips include keeping a bucket of water and fire extinguisher nearby, waiting 20 minutes before handling duds, soaking faulty fireworks in water, and wearing protective goggles. Lisa urges caution to prevent similar life-changing injuries.

If you plan on setting off fireworks, doctors are warning you to protect your eyes.

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Midday Ark-La-Miss Update for Friday, July 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KTVE – 2025-07-04 16:03:31

SUMMARY: West Monroe police arrested Stanley Vandivere after a bank robbery where he wore a clown mask, threatened a customer and employees with a gun, and stole \$1,000. He was charged with second-degree kidnapping, armed robbery, and resisting arrest. Meanwhile, Meghan O’Boyle, 41, was arrested for defrauding an elderly woman of over \$600,000, charged with exploitation and theft. Starting August 1, Louisiana will ban handheld phone use while driving statewide, enforceable as a secondary offense. Twin Cities will celebrate Independence Day on July 5 with fireworks, runs, parties, and a patriotic flag display downtown. Spotty storms possible; highs near mid-90s.

Midday Ark-La-Miss Update for Friday, July 4, 2025

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