Louisiana Republican Congressman Mike Johnson says President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement of him for House Speaker was supposed to come on New Year’s Day, but Johnson told News Radio 710 KEEL in Shreveport he wanted the endorsement to come earlier.
Because the GOP has a razor thin majority in the House, Johnson’s re-election as House Speaker is not a guarantee.
LSU looks to cap off its 2024 season with a win today in Houston against the Baylor Bears in the Texas Bowl. Linebacker Greg Penn says getting a win would be a great way to wrap up 2024.
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Kickoff from N-R-G Stadium is at 2:30 this afternoon.
Louisiana steps onto the worldwide stage tomorrow with a float at the Tournament of Roses Parade. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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Several new laws will take effect with the new year. Businesses need to clearly mark on packaging or the menu if the shrimp or crawfish they are selling is foreign. Those on unemployment, can receive benefits up to 20 weeks instead of 26. And a new law going into effect will give homeowners insurance companies the ability to drop policies that are more than three years old. Supporters say it will increase competition, but consumer advocates are concerned.