LSU Manship School of Mass Communication Chair, Robert Mann says he will step down at the end of the academic year following Governor-Elect Jeff Landry’s victory. Mann said he doesn’t want Landry to punish the school because of his presence.
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Mann has been with LSU for 18 years and has been a vocal critic of state government not spending money to build the school a new campus library.

Governor-Elect Jeff Landry has been quiet since his big election victory on Saturday night. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Landry has an extra month to prepare for his administration by winning in the primary, instead of a November run-off…
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Landry will be sworn in on January 6th.

A new report ranks Louisiana 48th in the country for the health of its women and children. Pediatrician Dr. Artethusa Kirk with United Health Care says an increase in overdose deaths among adult women helped produce the negative ranking…
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Another concerning statistic, a 55-percent increase in firearm deaths among children. A high infant mortality rate is also a challenge for Louisiana.

LSU’s offense ranks among the best in the country in seven different categories. Coach Brian Kelly says what this group is doing is special…
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The high scoring LSU Tigers host Army on Saturday night.

Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson from the Shreveport-Bossier area says he will run for House Speaker if Congressman Jim Jordan of Ohio doesn’t get elected.  ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Joshua Stockley says Johnson is a more conservative Republican and is unsure if he will get the 217 votes needed to become the next House Speaker.

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Last week, U-S domestic oil production surpassed the record high set before the pandemic. Republicans claim President Biden’s policies are reducing fossil fuel production. But LSU Interim Director of Energy Studies Greg Upton says that’s certainly the case when it comes to new exploration in the Gulf of Mexico…

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After eight years under Democratic leadership, what will state government look like when Governor-Elect Jeff Landry takes office? Colleen Crain takes a look.

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Principal Jason St. Pierre of Walker High School has been granted sick leave for the rest of the year following backlash for his response to a video of Walker High student Kaylee Timonet dancing at an off-campus party. St. Pierre asked her about her religion and stripped her place on student government and of a scholarship opportunity. But apologized and reinstated her position and offered his help for scholarship opportunities.

U-S domestic oil production hit an all-time high last week, surpassing the previous record high set before the pandemic. The Biden Administration has been criticized for being unfriendly to the oil and gas industry. But LSU Interim Director of Energy Studies Greg Upton says White House policies have not slowed production….
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The police chief in the small town of Georgetown in Grant Parish has been arrested after he allegedly collected a cash payment during a traffic stop. 51-year-old George Hinds has been charged with malfeasance. State Police is leading the investigation.

Orleans Parish D-A Jason Williams and his 76-year-old mother were carjacked last nightin the Lower Garden District. They were not injured.

The US House will try again later this morning to elect a new U-S Speaker. Ohio’s Jim Jordan is trying to secure enough votes….
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That’s ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley. Louisiana’s Mike Johnson says if Jordan doesn’t get elected, he’ll run for Speaker.

20 legislative seat races are headed to a November run-off. La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says Livonia Representative Jeremy LaCombe faces a tough re-election bid from a fellow Republican Tammi Fabre. Alford says Lacombe has been a target of conservative republicans…
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The election is November 18th.

Shreveport-Bossier Congressman Mike Johnson says he will run for House Speaker if Jim Jordan of Ohio doesn’t get elected. Teiko Foxx spoke with ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Joshua Stockley..:
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We will soon learn more about Governor-Elect Jeff Landry’s plans for Louisiana. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Landry’s agenda will be in line with his gubernatorial campaign…:
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Landry will be sworn in on January 8th.

Twenty legislative races are headed to a run-off; 18 on the House side and two state Senate races will be decided November 18th. La-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says looking back at last Saturday, several competitive state senate races were decided with Blake Miguez, Alan Seabaugh and Patrick Connick all winning…:
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Three statewide races are also in a runoff, attorney general, secretary of state and state treasurer.

Livingston Parish School officials said the Walker High School Principal accused of citing religion while discipling a student for a video showing her dancing at an off-campus homecoming party has been granted sick leave for the remainder of the year. Jason St. Pierre made the request after receiving massive backlash over his punishment of Kaylee Timonet which including removing her from student government and a scholarship opportunity.

What will state government look like when conservative Governor-Elect Jeff Landry takes office? Colleen Crain takes a look..:
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Twenty legislative races are headed to a run-off; 18 on the House side and two state Senate races will be decided on November 18th. La-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says with the governor’s race decided, voter turnout for the runoff likely won’t even hit the 36 percent who cast a ballot Saturday…:
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The House is expected to vote today to elect a new speaker, and Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson told USA Today he will nominate himself if Congressman Jim Jordan of Ohio doesn’t get elected. ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Joshua Stockley believes Jordan will get the necessary votes…:
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Stockley thinks Johnson may be too conservative to get the votes he needs.

U-S domestic oil production hit an all-time high last week, surpassing the record high set before the pandemic. LSU Interim Director of Energy Studies Greg Upton says he doesn’t see it slowing down anytime soon…:
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Domestic crude production is at 13 million barrels per day.

We will soon learn more about Governor-Elect Jeff Landry’s plans for Louisiana. A big change in political ideology is expected as the state transitions from a moderate Democrat to a conservative, as Governor John Bel Edwards battled with Republican lawmakers over his years in office. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat…:
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With no runoff, Landry has until January 8th to look at who he wants to bring in to fill his cabinet positions.

Does Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson have a shot at becoming the next U-S Speaker of the House? Despite being well-liked among his colleagues, ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Joshua Stockley thinks Johnson may be too conservative to get the 217 votes he needs…:
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The House is expected to vote today to elect a new speaker.

Louisiana U-S Senator Bill Cassidy is back from a trip to war-torn Israel. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams and his 78-year-old mother were carjacked at gunpoint Monday night in New Orleans, according to his spokesman. No other details of the crime were immediately available, though OPDA said Williams and his mother were not harmed.

House Republicans will hold a vote on the floor to select a new Speaker of the House tomorrow. Teiko Foxx spoke with Louisiana Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves…

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Voter turnout was just 36-percent and JMC Analytics John Couvillon says Governor-Elect Jeff Landry had the support of the Republican Party and the anti-voting Landry bloc was not motivated…

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Landry will be sworn in as Louisiana’s 57^th governor on January 8^th

A survey by the consumer financial company Bankrate found that 23% of holiday travelers will be taking fewer trips for the holidays and 27% will most likely drive due to higher travel costs. Senior Industry Analyst Ted Rossman says 77 percent of travelers are modifying their plans to save money.

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Another subpar performance by the Saints offense on Sunday as New Orleans fell to Houston 20-13. Three times, the Black and Gold drove the ball inside the 20-yard line and came away with zero points. Receiver Michael Thomas says they have to be tougher inside the red zone…

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A key for Jeff Landry’s winning the 2023 governor’s race was the number of black voters who voted for him. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Remember that Data Breach at the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles? The OMV is encouraging those affected by the MoveIT data breach to protect their identity and they are offering a complementary standard Life Lock plan as long as you sign up before October 31^st. Other Recommended steps include, freezing your credit, changing all your passwords, reporting suspicious activity and monitoring any government benefits you may receive.

The U-S House is expected to try again tomorrow and elect a new Speaker of the House. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says Ohio Representative Jim Jordan is the top candidate but it’s not a given that he’ll get the 217 votes to replace Kevin McCarthy.

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More than one in four travelers are worried their travel plans could be disrupted due to delays or cancellations. Senior Industry Analyst Ted Rossman suggests taking advantage of credit cards that have travel insurance policies.

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Rossman also says planning ahead could save you money.

Republican Jeff Landry winning the governor’s race in the primary was a surprise as political observers expected a November run-off. JMC Analytics Pollster John Couvillon says Landry’s tough on crime message connected with the 547-thousand people who voted for him
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Couvillon says Landry receiving 12-percent of the Black vote in African-American dominated precincts was also a big key in Saturday’s victory.

Can the U-S House come to an agreement on a Speaker. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves hopes it happens soon, because they need to get to work on multiple issues..
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A vote on a new Speaker is expected tomorrow.

Have you started making your holiday plans yet? Bankrate Senior Industry Analyst Ted Rossman says 77-percent of travelers are modifying their plans to save money. Rossman says there are things you can do to save a few bucks…
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More than one in four travelers are also worried their travel plans could be disrupted due to delays or cancellations.

The Saints fell to 3-and-3 yesterday with a 20-13 loss at Houston. Receiver Michael Thomas says they need to play with a sense of urgency and desperation…
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New Orleans hosts the 4-and-2 Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday night.

House Republicans will hold a vote on the floor to select a new Speaker of the House tomorrow. Teiko Foxx spoke with Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves…

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Voter turnout was just 36-percent and JMC Analytics Pollster John Couvillon says Governor elect Jeff Landry had the support of the Republican Party and the anti-voting Landry bloc was not motivated…

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Saints Head Coach Dennis Allen and offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael are taking a lot of the blame for struggles on the offense especially after Sunday’s disappointing loss. But Receiver Michael Thomas says it’s on the players to perform…

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The Saints are now 3-and-3 and will host a good Jacksonville team on Thursday.

A survey by the consumer financial company Bankrate found that 23% of holiday travelers will be taking fewer trips for the holidays and 27% will most likely drive due to higher travel costs. Senior Industry Analyst Ted Rossman says 77 percent of travelers are modifying their plans to save money.

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