Black voter turnout propels Governor Edwards to a second term, and the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice was at the heart of that effort. Executive Director Ashley Shelton says the group knocked on over 298,000 doors, sent 375,000 text messages, and made over 350,000 phone calls.

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Democrats may have maintained the Governor’s Mansion but Shreveport Representative Alan Seabaugh says the near Republican supermajority in the Legislature will curtail much of Edwards’ agenda…

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Folks who come down with the flu can turn to Baloxivir (bal-OX-uh-veer), an anti-viral treatment that’s been out a little over a year publicly. It’s not the only post-infection flu medication out there, LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Dr. Fred Lopez says unlike the others it’s just a single dose in pill form, and it’s newer…

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That being said Lopez says there’s no substitute for the flu vaccine.

The state Department of Transportation announces work will begin in January on improving the 1-20 bridge over the Mississippi River. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says contractors are in the assembly period to get everything they need to get the work done into place.

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The two-mile bridge connects Madison Parish to Warren County, Mississippi and it was built in 1973.

Analysts credit a huge turnout of African-American voters for helping Governor John Bel Edwards win re-lection. The Power Coalition knocked on thousands of doors and sent text messages to black voters urging them to vote. Executive Director Ashley Shelton says President Trump’s three visits to Louisiana during the campaign also energized minority voters…
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Shelton was a guest this morning on Talk Louisiana.

Shreveport Representative Alan Seabaugh appeared on 7-10 KEEL’s morning show and says with the Republicans holding a supermajority in the Senate and a near supermajority in the House, the next four years could be contentious if Edwards keeps pushing left-leaning policies….
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Seabaugh is seeking to be the next House Speaker.

The state Department of Transportation announces work will begin in January on improving the 1-20 bridge over the Mississippi River. The two-mile bridge connects Madison Parish to Warren County, Mississippi and it was built in 1973. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says crews will make several significant repairs.
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During construction, single-lane closures will be required, but no lane closures are expected in both directions at the same time.

The Saints intercepted four passes yesterday on their way to a 34-17 win over Tampa Bay. P-J Williams, filling in for the injured Marshon Lattimore also had to defend one of the best receivers Mike Evans. Williams had one of those interceptions. Coach Sean Payton…
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New Orleans is 8-and-2 and will host 5-and-5 Carolina on Sunday.

Black voter turnout powered Governor Edwards’ successful reelection bid. Matt Doyle spoke with one of the people behind that surge…
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But election night wasn’t all bad for Republicans. Republican Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin was re-elected and Shreveport Representative Alan Seabaugh says the G-O-P has a large majority of legislators in the House and Senate…
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The Louisiana Health Department has confirmed its first vaping-related death. Privacy laws prevent the state from identifying the victim. But L-D-H can say that there have been 30 cases of lung illnesses or injuries that are tied to vaping products. The median age of the victims is 29-years-old.

If you come down with the flu, there’s a new anti-viral treatment you can take that can reduce the severity and the amount of time you feel sick. It’s called Baloxivir (bal-OX-uh-veer). LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Doctor Fred Lopez, says the treatment is approved for anyone over the age of 12, but that being said, there’s no substitute for the flu vaccine…
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Less than 50 percent of US adults get vaccinated for the flu every year.

Technical issues have shut down certain state government services, including the D-M-V and SNAP benefits.

Black voter turnout powered Governor Edwards reelection victory, and the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice was one of the major drivers of that effort, knocking on 298,000 doors, sending 375,000 texts, and making 350,000 phone calls to minority voters. Executive Director Ashley Shelton says this year’s minority turnout will help keep minority priorities in the conversation in Baton Rouge, regardless of party affiliation.

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Folks who come down with the flu this season will likely be turned onto Baloxivir, an anti-viral treatment that’s been out a little over a year publicly. LSU Health New Orleans Professor Dr. Fred Lopez says if you get infected, the treatment can help reduce the severity and amount of time you’ll be under the weather…

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Shreveport Representative Alan Seabaugh says despite having a Democratic victory over the Governor’s mansion, there is still a strong GOP counterbalance in the state legislature. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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State websites are down due to a technical problem and the OMV has canceled service for the day.

LSU is 10-and-0 but Saturday’s 58-37 victory over the Ole Miss Rebels was a disappointing affair for the Tigers defense that gave up 614 total yards, the most given up by an LSU defense since 2001. Coach Ed Orgeron says the most important thing is that they won the game…
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LSU returns home this Saturday night to host Arkansas. The Razorbacks are two and eight and averaging just 353 yards a game.

With one more regular-season game left, there’s a three-way tie for first place left in the Southland, between Southeastern Louisiana, Nicholls and Central Arkansas. The Colonels won their third straight on Saturday as Coach Tim Rebowe’s team started fast and defeated McNeese 34-20…
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S-L-U has won four in a row and hosts Nicholls on Thursday.

The Saints intercepted four passes yesterday in their 34-17 win over Tampa Bay. On offense, quarterback Drew Brees threw for 228 yards and three touchdowns. Michael Thomas had a strong game with eight catches for 114 yards and a touchdown. Brees says the trust factor he has with Thomas is high…
Cut 16 (10) …every play.
The Saints return home to host Carolina this Sunday. Atlanta beat the Panthers 29 to 3 yesterday as Kyle Allen was intercepted four times.

The 49ers continue to have the best record in the N-F-C as San Francisco rallied to beat Arizona 36-26.

Only nine players suited up for the Pelicans last night but they still defeated Golden State 108-100, who is also battling injuries. Six players scored in double figures for the Pels, led by J-J Redick’s 26 points.

Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards beats back a hard challenge from Republican and Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone. Kevin Barnhart has reaction from Edwards’ election night headquarters…

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The Edwards team is celebrating now, but while he won reelection, Republicans ended the night just two seats shy of a supermajority in the House, with a supermajority already in the Senate. LSU Poli Sci Professor Robert Hogan…

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African American voter participation jumped six percent from the primary to the run-off, a major reason why Governor Edwards will be returning to office for another four years. The Power Coalition was at the center of that effort, and Executive Director Ashley Shelton says the group knocked on over 298,000 doors, sent 375,000 text messages, and made over 350,000 phone calls.

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JMC Analytics says voter turnout in 70 percent black precincts was up 13 percent over the primary, compared to just 1.5 percent in white precincts.

The New Orleans bounced back beating Tampa Bay 34-17 to improve their record to 8-2. Michael Thomas had a strong game with eight catches for 114 yards and a touchdown, and Saints quarterback Drew Brees threw for 228 yards and three touchdowns…

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Governor John Bel Edwards survived a difficult re-election campaign beating Republican challenger Eddie Rispone by two percentage points. Edwards remains the only Democratic governor in the Deep South. During his first four years, the former state lawmaker from Amite, he expanded the state’s Medicaid program, approved a criminal justice reform package that had the support of Republicans. Edwards looks forward to the next four years…

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Rispone says despite the hard-fought loss the Republican Party has nothing to be ashamed of…

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Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards wins re-election in a deep red state despite a massive push by state and national Republicans to retake the Mansion.  LSU Poli Sci Professor Robert Hogan says Edwards’ blend of cultural conservatism and dedication to popular services like healthcare and education put him at the center of the state’s political gravity.

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The Transportation Security Administration and the state Department of Public Safety urge the public to get their Real ID driver’s license soon, even though the Real ID requirement to fly domestically is not needed until October 1, 2020. State Office of Motor Vehicles administrator Jill Jarreau says to get a REAL ID, you need to visit your local DMV with various forms in hand…

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Louisiana is a red state politically, but it will have a Democrat as its governor for the next four years. John Bel Edwards held off GOP challenger Eddie Rispone by 40-thousand votes to win another four years in office. Rispone had the support of President Trump, but LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says the president’s support came with a double-edge sword…
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In Orleans Parish, a Democratic Party stronghold in the state, 114-thousand residents voted for Edwards in the run-off. compared to 86-thousand in the primary.

U-S House Minority Whip Steve Scalise says don’t blame Trump for Rispone not winning. Scalise said on Fox News that Rispone made up a 22-point disadvantage because of the president’s involvement.

Federal and state officials are urging air travelers to get a Real ID before next October or else you’ll need a passport to fly domestically. Connor Ferrill has the story.
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The Saints intercepted four passes yesterday on their way to a 34-17 win over Tampa Bay. P-J Williams, filling in for the injured Marshon Lattimore, had one of those interceptions. Coach Sean Payton on Williams and his “D”…
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