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Morning Forecast – Thursday, April 24th
SUMMARY: On April 24th, meteorologist Sammy Petraco reported ongoing scattered showers in Arkansas, with isolated rain in southeastern regions. Rainfall over the past 24 hours varied, with some areas receiving up to three inches while others saw minimal accumulation. Current temperatures are in the mid to upper 60s, with a humid environment expected throughout the week. Cloud cover persists, limiting sun exposure, and upper-level disturbances will continue to create scattered precipitation. Rain is likely tonight into Friday, with a cold front expected on Saturday potentially offering a brief reprieve. Daytime highs will be in the low to mid 80s.

Today, more showers and storms expected in a scattered fashion in the afternoon and evening hours. If the past days haven’t already shown it, but it’s hard to pinpoint where the rain will happen, but the chance for rain is there. Clouds continue over the region with highs ranging from the upper 70s to low 80s, depending on shower and storm activity. Severe weather stays limited with winds out of the south 5-10 mph
Tonight, staying relatively the same as previous nights. Showers and storms may linger into the night before fizzling out to the east/ northeast. Skies stay broken to overcast with lows staying pretty muggy in the mid to upper 60s. Winds are light and variable
An unsettled pattern continues as rain chances are likely to end this week. That said, they will probably occur in a scattered to isolated fashion. Some of the storms that do develop may be a bit noisy and produce heavy rainfall. There is the potential to see a break in the rain early next week before the unsettled pattern continues after that. Temperatures reside in the lower to upper 80s with overnight lows falling only in the 60s. Keep the rain gear handy
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Money Moment on 4| How to file claim: Apple's $95M Siri settlement
SUMMARY: Apple’s $95 million settlement addresses allegations that Siri secretly recorded private conversations on devices like iPhones and MacBooks between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024. The lawsuit claims Siri shared confidential talks with third-party businesses, leading to targeted ads. Eligible users who experienced unintended Siri activations during private moments can file claims online, by mail, or phone, with payouts capped at $20 per device and a $100 maximum per person. Additionally, a veterans job fair is happening today, May 15, at the Ario Center, providing support for transitioning military personnel and veterans, with free registration available online.

If you own an Apple product that is siri-enabled, you could be eligible for a payout.
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St. John the Baptist Parish Denka location to suspend operations citing several factors
SUMMARY: Denka Performance Elastomer LLC in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana, has suspended operations following a significant financial loss of over \$100 million in the recent fiscal year. The plant, located in “Cancer Alley,” has long faced controversy over its chloroprene emissions, which contributed to the closure of Fifth Ward Elementary School. The suspension is attributed to rising pollution control costs, declining production, and operational disruptions, including unscheduled outages and severe weather. Environmental group Rise St. James views this as a victory but stresses the need for full remediation and support for workers transitioning to safer industries.
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Golden retriever joins Northshore firefighting team to aid mental health
SUMMARY: The Norro Fire Department has welcomed Chief Mooney, a 2.5-year-old Golden Retriever, to support firefighters’ mental health. Firefighters face intense stress from emergency calls, which can leave lasting invisible scars. Chief Mooney, trained with 30 commands by Thinline Service Dog, provides emotional relief by sensing anxiety and offering comfort, such as resting his head on a firefighter’s knee. Living with handler Tim Dunfer, Chief Mooney is a valued crisis response K9 with his own badge. His presence helps firefighters cope with the psychological burden of their demanding work, reminding them they are not alone after the sirens fade.

A Northshore fire department welcomes Chief Mooney, a Golden Retriever, to help firefighters cope with the emotional weight of their job.
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