The Louisiana Legislature's first draft of the budget does not include bonuses for teachers and staff. Local school districts are taking action.

The St. Mary Levee Director preemptively closed a floodgate to protect Terrebonne and Lafourche from a swollen Mississippi River.

A severe thunderstorm was located near Raceland, 8 miles southeast of Thibodaux, and is nearly stationary. Stay safe, get indoors. Winds may be gusting up to 60 mph. Storm may contain small hail.