SUMMARY: The search for Suzanne Simpson in a Southeast Bear County landfill has concluded with no evidence found, although investigators will continue their work. Simpson went missing two weeks ago, and her husband, Brad Simpson, faces unrelated assault charges. Hope remains for finding her, as diggers recently focused on a potentially significant object, possibly a blanket. Meanwhile, 15-year-old Frankie Selenas has been missing since September 21. Additionally, a local controversy arose over a proposed dealership in a neighborhood, with community members expressing discontent. In other news, early voting starts soon in Bear County with expected high turnout amid campaign activities from political candidates.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

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SUMMARY: Currently, there are two disturbances in the tropics: Invest 94, which has low development chances, and Invest 95, both expected to follow a general westerly track without threatening the Gulf. This suggests that the tropical season is likely coming to a close as we approach November, a period historically known for few threats. Weather-wise, morning temperatures are in the 40s and 50s, with a pleasant high of 73 expected by the end of the weekend, before returning to the low 80s early next week.

WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin with the latest New Orleans-area forecast and a look at the tropics for News at 5PM on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.

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SUMMARY: Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the groundbreaking of a new Forest Health Research Center at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. The center aims to promote forest safety and health in Arkansas and has garnered support from various leaders, including Attorney General Tim Griffin, who pledged $1 million from settlement funds to aid the initiative. This facility is expected to strengthen local forestry businesses and position the university as a key player in national forestry research. The center’s development is seen as crucial for the state‘s long-term environmental and economic sustainability.

Governor Sanders visits UAM for groundbreaking on a research center

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