SUMMARY: Before heading out for Halloween festivities and trick-or-treating, it’s crucial to ensure your family‘s safety from nearby sex offenders. WDSU reporter Shay O’Connor explains how to access your state‘s sex offender registry easily. By selecting your location, such as New Orleans, users can find specific offenders in their area. For example, entering the address of WDSU revealed 26 offenders nearby. Each entry provides details about the individuals, including their offenses and residential locations. To access this information, visit WDSU’s website. Stay informed and vigilant while enjoying Halloween celebrations.

How to search Louisiana‘s sex offender list before trick-or-treating

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SUMMARY: On Halloween, expect scattered showers and thunderstorms, but don’t cancel plans—just bring rain gear. Warm and humid conditions in the 70s will persist. A cold front is nearby but won’t bring significant temperature drops. In Baton Rouge, anticipate a 70-90% chance of rain, while New Orleans has a lower chance of 40%. Rainfall should decrease later in the evening for trick-or-treaters, although a few storms may linger. The weekend looks mostly dry as we transition into November, which will be warm. Also, there’s low concern regarding tropical developments next week, with no major weather issues expected for Election Day.

With high pressure at the surface and aloft centered toward the East coast, this has brought a SE wind and a more humid flow over …

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SUMMARY: Crews are responding to a fire on Banda Road on the city‘s northwest side. Battalion Chief reports no injuries, and the building was unoccupied during the incident. Firefighters have previously attended this location for various emergency calls. Meanwhile, in Bear County, three suspects have been arrested for the drive-by shooting of 21-year-old Desire Riva at an illegal rave, while the sheriff appeals to others involved to surrender. Additionally, Bear County Jail faces overcrowding issues, with inmates needing mental health support. Reports of educator assaults have led to concerns for teacher safety in schools. Lastly, a man is traveling from Texas to Brazil on mules to raise funds for a hospital.

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