11:30 AM LRN Newscast

The political dispute between the city of New Orleans and Louisiana continues to intensify as the city withdraws a loan request to the State Bond Commission for 110-million dollars. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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In response to Governor Landry’s social media comments, Mayor Moreno took to social media has since asked for a face to face with the Governor…saying she’ll meet with him anytime.

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Louisiana’s seen more than  20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis this year.  Our state is one of 29 states reporting cases of the parasitic infection. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says dying from cyclosporiasis is extremely rare but the infection is more than just your average upset stomach.

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Previous outbreaks have been linked to bagged salads, fresh cilantro and basil, raspberries, snow peas and green onions.

A new Louisiana law will require groups releasing political ads using A-I technology to disclose they’re using it.  New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry authored the bill which is now law, says such A-I content is something that will likely be addressed next year.

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