State Representative Julie Emerson announced her candidacy for U.S. Senate Monday morning, joining four other prominent republicans running for the seat currently held by Bill Cassidy. The Carencro representative says while she views herself as a staunch conservative, she also sees herself as a consensus-builder.
The special session could end today as the House is poised to approve legislation that would move next year’s federal primary election from April to May. Democrats do not have the votes to stop the change, but they’ve been vocal in their opposition. Baton Rouge Representative Denise Marcelle believes Republicans want to push the dates back so they can re-draw a new Congressional map with only one Black majority district instead of two, after the Supreme Court rules the current map is unconstitutional.
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LSU football fans, get used to the name Frank Wilson. He’s going to be the team’s head coach for the remainder of the season. He was appointed interim head coach Sunday after the school fired Brian Kelly after almost four seasons at the helm. During his first news conference following his appointment, Wilson said he’s excited for the challenge.
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If you haven’t left the house yet this morning, be sure to grab a jacket or sweater. It’s cool outside in Louisiana. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says we’re in for the coldest temperatures so far this season today.