230PM LRN News

Forecasters expect several inches of rain to fall over Louisiana over the next few days and there’s also a chance for severe weather today and tomorrow. Matt Hemingway with the National Weather Service says damaging winds, large hail and isolated tornadoes are also possible for much of Louisiana over the next couple of days.
Cut 5 (08) “…into Thursday”
The House unanimously approves legislation that would legalize industrial hemp, and regulate the sale of hemp based CBD. Shreveport Representative Sam Jenkins says both of these products have created a new marketplace, and it’s time for Louisiana to jump in and compete.
Cut 11 (08) “…our state.”
he state government has indicated that sales of CBD oils and tablets are illegal in Louisiana.
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A House approved constitutional amendment stating there is no legal right to an abortion in Louisiana heads to the Senate floor. New Orleans Abortion Fund Outreach Manager Steffani Bangel spoke in opposition…
Cut 13 (13) “…freedom”
If it gets two-thirds approval by the Senate, the measure would share an October ballot with the gubernatorial primary, a primary that’s got some new polling that indicates Congressman Ralph Abraham at 23% percent has a significant lead over Republican rival Eddie Rispone for Republican pole position in the governor’s race. JMC Analytics pollster John Couvillon says it’s early, but Rispone’s 7 percent should send a message…
Cut 8 (06) “…to the voters.”
Edwards led the pack at 38%.