A few weeks ago, Republican Julia Letlow appeared to be a clear favorite in Louisiana’s U-S Senate race. But several political observers now see a much closer contest. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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On Tuesday, we could see one-million voters head to polling places across the state to cast ballots. Based on early voting numbers, the Secretary of State’s Office is forecasting an overall turnout of between 48 and 52-percent of all registered voters.
This is Halloween weekend; and especially in light of 16 fatalities on roadways during the Halloween period last year, the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is urging you to be extra careful on roadways this weekend. Spokesman Greg Fischer says especially with little ghouls and goblins walking the streets after dark, you need to slow down and pay extra attention, especially Saturday night.
The Saints will hopefully use this bye week to make plans to start turning things around amid growing frustration within their fanbase. Owner Gayle Benson uncharacteristically expressed disappointment after the Saints lost three home games in a row before the trip to Paris. Scott Fazio flew to Paris to watch the Saints lose to the Steelers, and he says without any real change, Benson’s critique doesn’t mean anything.