Ahead of his second expulsion hearing on Monday, Napoleonville Senator Troy Brown announced his resignation today. The embattled senator says it is readily apparent a fair hearing from his peers will not transpire.

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The expulsion hearing comes after Brown was convicted on two separate domestic abuse charges.

Governor John Bel Edwards re-election campaign raised $3.6 million during his first year in office. UL-Lafayette political science professor Pearson Cross says it’s an impressive haul for Edwards’ first year.

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According to finance reports, the governor ended 2016 with $3.2 million on hand.

Louisiana State Police is ramping up enforcement in New Orleans for the 2017 carnival season and this weekend’s NBA All-Star Game. Trooper Melissa Matey encourages everyone to say something to police if you see suspicious activity.

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She says LSP will send 165 troopers to the Crescent City.

Former LSU star running back Leonard Fournette has signed an endorsement-partnership deal with New Orleans based Life10 Electrolyte beverage. Roc Nation branding President Michael Yormark says the all-star athlete could’ve gone with the Gatorades of the world but chose a local brand to promote.

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He says through the partnership, Fournette owns a small part of the company.