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RT @LAGovJeffLandry: 6 🔒 UP! To the remaining 4: we are coming and we WILL NOT back down. https://t.co/wOV0VN8QeQ

The Louisiana State Police just reported the arrest of Rep. Kyle Green D-Marerro. He has been charged with DWI and Child Endangerment. According to LSP Green was involved in a single car accident on the WB Expressway early this morning. @WWLTV

The termites are swarming tonight on the West End in Lakeview. #nola ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/YuQ8trTtvg

The Kenner Police Department is actively supporting efforts to locate and apprehend the remaining 7 escapees who broke out of the Orleans Justice Center on Friday. Chief Keith Conley also says KPD has increased patrols in Kenner. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/nY1jqRzx1S

From NOLAREADY: A second inmate has been captured. Stay aware of your surroundings and if you see something, say something. Follow local media for more information @WWLTV

From NOLAREADY: NOPD is assisting OPSO after subjects escaped custody. There is no known threat but stay aware and report suspicious activity to 9-1-1

There is beauty even on a rainy day. I found this butterfly in one of the plants in my backyard. The giant swallowtail (Papilio cresphontes) is North America's largest butterfly. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/yQht5C4obj

A power line and pole came down in Uptown near Marengo and Annunciation during this morning’s thunderstorms. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/C1KuqjVR2E

A large oak tree fell during this morning’s heavy rain on St. Ferdinand in the Desire neighborhood. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/XBudlt3fXB

RT @JeffParishGov: Approximately 1,900 customers are without power in Old Metairie due to inclement weather. Entergy personnel are enroute…

The Mississippi River at the Carrollton Gauge in Uptown New Orleans is at just below flood stage of 17 feet. The river is now expected to crest at 16.9 feet on Friday. No decision yet whether the Bonnet Carre Spillway will open for this high water event. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/T6ppptT7Lu

We found this 10-11 foot alligator in the flooded batture along the Mississippi River in Old Jefferson. The river is just below flood stage in New Orleans. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/D6L90fj1aj

It’s that time of year. My holly tree is full of bumble bees. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/VQbZEB6HuJ

Good luck Lamar. You’ve earned a well deserved break from the business. Your guidance has helped shape our newsroom. We will certainly miss your influence, journalism and attention to detail. Enjoy the next chapter!

Lamar Bourgeois III @lamarbourgeois

A personal note. I’ve made the decision to retire from WWL-TV and TV news after 42 years in the business. This decision was entirely mine and one not made in haste. I’m ready to step away from the demands of this industry and looking to do something else for a few years.

Crews with the Army Corps of Engineers are conducting a training exercise on opening the Bonnet Carre Spillway ahead of a potential spillway opening. The spillway may be operated if the Mississippi River flow exceeds 1.25 million cubic feet per second. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/ZC6f1kNATI

New Orleans Police are investigating an alleged attack in City Park Monday night. Police say a woman was jogging in the park when an unknown person armed with a gun pushed her down and demanded her belongings. She complied and the attacker ran off. ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/fgBJjvBYeL

Gov. Jeff Landry entering the Louisiana House chamber for the start of the 2025 legislative session. 5/6 ⁦@WWLTV⁩ https://t.co/nw3LxF1WYJ