The recall petition against New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has failed in its mission. More from Kevin Gallagher…:
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A New Orleans area lawmaker files a bill to give members of the legislature a nice pay raise; from $16,800 yearly to $60-k. Rep. Joe Marino says it’s a part-time job that not everyone can afford to do…:
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The bill will be debated in the upcoming legislative session.

The Louisiana Office of Community and Development is holding a public meeting tomorrow at the Matthews Government Complex from 4:30 to 6:30 PM for Hurricane Ida victims to register for the Restore Louisiana Program, which provides grant money to homeowners to rebuild their homes…
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O-C-D executive director Pat Forbes says they’ve already invited 6,000 homeowners to submit applications but they believe there are thousands more eligible for assistance.

Louisiana legend and NBA Hall of Famer Willis Reed – who led the New York Knicks franchise to their only two championships – passed away at the age of 80 yesterday. The Lincoln Parish native, was a seven-time NBA All-Star and earned two NBA Finals MVP awards. Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Chairman, Doug Ireland, says beyond basketball Reed exemplified great character and leadership.
Cut 7 (12) “…a gentleman.”
Grambling State University retired his jersey in 2022.