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As the Earth heats up, rapidly intensifying major hurricanes like Ida are more likely to occur, scientists say.

Last week, the Native Village of Kivalina joined four Louisiana tribes in a formal complaint to the United Nations.

Bethel dog groomer Raeann Grantham says she’s used to working 80 hours a week and only sleeping a few hours every night. But as long as she gets to work with dogs, she’s happy.

Tornadoes injured dozens of people as they moved through southeastern Louisiana on Tuesday. In New Orleans East, the National Guard was helping clear streets of debris and downed electrical wires.

Those convicted of targeting law enforcement and emergency crews can now face stricter penalties. “The overarching message is that hate crimes will not be tolerated in Louisiana,” the governor said.

Louisiana Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal announced Tuesday evening that he was suspending his campaign for president.

Tuesday is the “off year” Election Day in some parts of the country. Here’s a look at some of the interesting races going on.

The shooter was a white male in his 50s who was armed with a handgun, police chief Jim Craft said during a press conference late Thursday. At least three people remain in critical condition.

Thirty-nine states offer tax incentives to attract film and television productions, and the economic activity they generate. But many of those states are beginning to wonder whether they are getting their money’s worth.

Each state has its own stories. In Louisiana, nearly 200,000 people signed up for health insurance through HealthCare.gov, and about 90 percent now get subsidies. What if that help goes away?