SUMMARY: A severe human case of bird flu has been reported in Louisiana, leading to the discovery of the H5N1 virus in backyard flocks after increased bird deaths were noted. Backyard flocks typically consist of small groups of domestic birds, often for personal use, such as chickens or companion birds like parrots. Health experts recommend measures to protect these birds, including keeping them away from wild birds, isolating sick birds, and thoroughly cleaning equipment. For the general public, the risk of contracting bird flu remains very low.

The first severe human case of bird flu was reported in the state. The Department of Health says they’ve found the virus in more birds in Louisiana backyards.

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SUMMARY: The weather forecast indicates colder air is approaching, with current temperatures in the 50s and potential lows dropping just before midnight. Tomorrow’s morning temperatures will range from the 30s to 50s, feeling colder due to strong winds potentially creating wind chills down to 25 degrees. Expect sunny weather over the weekend, with highs around 65 degrees, but a chilly start. While the cold is temporary, temperatures will rise back to the 60s by Monday. Showers and possible thunderstorms are expected for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with a significant chance of rain.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie tracks the arrival of our next cold front that drops in even colder air, showing you how much colder you get and how much colder you’ll feel when the wind chill factor is taken into account, then shows you when warmer days are back, how warm you’ll get, and tracks and times rain chances that could affect your Christmas Eve and Christmas Day forecast, while finishing with your seven day forecast.

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SUMMARY: The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), aimed at holding social media companies accountable for cyberbullying, has divided Republicans in Congress. While it passed the Senate with strong support, it faces opposition in the House, with Speaker Mike Johnson expressing concerns over potential First Amendment violations and the bill’s “duty of care” provision. Advocates, including parents whose children died due to online harassment, pressure Johnson to act. However, some Republicans fear it could restrict free speech, and critics from both conservative and LGBTQ+ communities worry about censorship. Despite the bill’s bipartisan backing, its future remains uncertain, especially as the deadline for a government shutdown approaches.

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