A tornado touched down in Evangeline Parish this morning and two people have reportedly been injured. Preliminary reports from the National Weather Service say the twister touched down on Highway 190 near Basile around 8:30 this morning. Fortunately, the injuries that occurred appear to be minor. A tornado was spotted on the ground in Acadia Parish.
The Supreme Court agrees to hear a challenge to the redistricting of Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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As you head to the polls today, be assured that the State of Louisiana goes to great lengths to ensure the integrity of the election. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says only certain people are allowed to handle the voting equipment, which is sealed before the election to ensure that it is not tampered with ahead of time.
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Analysts say today could be a big day for Republicans, based on early voting totals. Louisiana’s early voting turnout set records for in-person voting, with almost a million ballots cast early. JMC Analytics highlighted a drop in Black voter participation, especially in East Baton Rouge Parish. Owner John Couvillon says in 2020, Black voters comprised 30% of early voters; in 2024, they make up only 25% — numbers that he says should bode well for Donald Trump.
Polls will stay open until eight p-m; anyone still in line at that time will indeed be able to vote.