Qualifying begins today for the October 14th primary and LA Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford is not expecting any surprises when it comes to the governor’s race. He says it looks like all seven of the major players will qualify, five republicans, one democrat and one independent. He says so far this governor’s race has not generated much buzz which could impact turnout….
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Qualifying will run through Thursday.

At least 16 people in Louisiana died in June and July from heat-related causes, according to the Louisiana Department of Health. Climate and Preventative Medicine Physician Dr. Alicia Van Doren says the heat is a concerning health problem that could get worse over the years because of climate change….
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The State Fire Marshal has issued a statewide burn ban due to concerns about dry conditions. Kace Kieschnick has the story…
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And there’s no relief in sight from this excessive heat. At least the tropics are quiet.