Some Big Mardi Gras parades are taking place in Lafayette, Lake Charles, Houma-Thibodaux, Alexandria, and Shreveport. There is a chance for heavy rain on Sunday, but Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says revelers know how to adjust…
130 Louisiana State Troopers will be in New Orleans assisting NOPD for the last weekend of Carnival. Lt Melissa Matey reminds revelers to use common sense to avoid being a victim of crime, for example, do not carry large amounts of cash, avoid walking in dark areas, and remember there’s safety in numbers.
And to text the word MARDIGRAS altogether, all caps to 77295 for up-to-date info on routes and first aid stations, etc.
The governor’s proposed budget maintains the pay increase teachers received last year, but it continues to be not permanent. Jeff Palermo has more…
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68 million people are expected to place a bet on the Super Bowl this weekend according to the American Gaming Association. Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman Ronnie Johns says while it’s fun to place a bet, do so within your means…