SUMMARY: Good Thursday morning, everyone! I’m meteorologist Justin Horn with your forecast. Today will be hot again, with temperatures reaching 94°F in San Antonio, similar to yesterday. Expect mostly sunny skies with highs of 95°F in Pleasanton and 96°F in Spring. A slight break from the heat may occur on Saturday, with increased cloud cover and a 20% chance of showers, mainly along the coast. Rain chances will peak Saturday afternoon, so you might want to carry an umbrella. After Saturday, expect a return to dry weather and persistent warm temperatures, as no cold fronts are expected.

Cooler weather, however, remains elusive for South Texas

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SUMMARY: The latest weather update highlights significant tropical activity, including Tropical Storm Leslie and Hurricane Kirk, which is the third major hurricane of the season. Fortunately, these storms are expected to remain far out in the Atlantic and pose no immediate threat. However, there is a 30% chance of development for a new system in the Gulf, influenced by moisture and energy interaction. Current forecasts suggest this system could result in heavy rain, primarily affecting Florida, with anticipated precipitation of 1-2 inches. Overall, conditions indicate any development would likely be minimal, potentially only a weak tropical depression.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie breaks down what’s happening in the tropics with the latest named storm and another storm that’s now the 3rd major hurricane of the season, then gest specific on what is coming into focus on possible development in the Gulf of Mexico and how it plays into our rain chances here and where a possible system is most likely to develop in the Gulf, how strong it will be, and who is expected to get the most impacts from it.

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SUMMARY: Concerns are rising about Louisiana‘s economic and demographic stability, as many residents are leaving the state for better opportunities elsewhere. While efforts to attract large corporations, such as Amazon, aim to boost employment with higher-paying jobs, underlying issues persist. Key challenges include inadequate infrastructure—like roads, bridges, and broadband—and educational development necessary for workforce growth. Louisiana faces economic hurdles, including limited job opportunities, lower wages, and high poverty rates compared to the national average. This has led to a population decline of over 84,000 people between 2020 and 2023, prompting questions about the state’s long-term viability.

LA POPULATION DECLINE

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