State Treasurer John Kennedy announces he’ll seek re-election this fall ending long-time speculation that he’d run for governor or attorney general. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says this is a good move on Kennedy’s part…

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Stockley says as for the AG’s office, when Former Congressman Jeff Landry jumped in that race it was wise for Kennedy to stay put.

New Orleans Representative Joseph Bouie files legislation that would transfer regulation of cable and satellite companies to the Public Service Commission. He says currently the Secretary of State’s office is responsible for the certification and regulation of cable and video entities…

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Bouie feels that it would make more sense for the PSC to regulate cable companies the way they do other utility companies.

The streets of Ponchatoula will be packed this weekend as the 44th annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival gets underway today. 2015 Festival Chairman Donald Lanier says this is the largest free festival in Louisiana. Lanier says a fortunate circumstance will allow them to open a little early this year…

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Strawberries are the focal point of the festival, which runs through Sunday, but there is lots more for people to enjoy, like food, carnival rides, live music and more. Admission is free.

State Climatologist Barry Keim says thunderstorms are in the forecast throughout the weekend across the state. Two inches of rain are expected statewide with higher totals in isolated areas.