SUMMARY: The Bayou Grosse Tête drawbridge in Iberville Parish, closed for repairs after a vessel strike, has prompted lawmakers to approve a new polling location due to access issues. The bridge’s closure could require around 210 voters to travel over an hour to vote. Secretary of State Nancy Landry presented a plan to add a second polling site at the Bayou Blue fire station, affecting about 500 voters. Legislators ensured voter integrity by adjusting polling books to restrict voting to residents of each area. This emergency plan applies only to the November election and may incur no extra cost to taxpayers.

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SUMMARY: A water main break in Kirby has created a concerning situation for residents, causing water wastage for two weeks. Locals worry about potential fire risks due to inadequate water pressure from fire hydrants. City officials have been notified, but repairs are pending. Meanwhile, Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a suspect who allegedly drove his vehicle towards troopers while using stolen license plates. In a separate incident, former Uvalde police chief Pete Arredondo faces charges related to the shooting at Rob Elementary School. Finally, there are updates on voter registration controversies in Bexar County, and preparations for various community events.

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: The last advisory for PTC 8, which has moved inland, was issued at 4:00. Currently, the only active system is Gordon, which remains over the open Atlantic. No tropical development is anticipated in the next seven days. In terms of weather, a chance of rain is expected tomorrow, followed by drying conditions by Wednesday. The forecast indicates warm temperatures as we transition from summer to a mild fall.

WWL Louisiana Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin with the ‘Eye on the Tropics’ for News at 10PM on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024.

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