The U-S Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether Louisiana’s current Congressional map is constitutional. Plaintiffs in the case argue it’s not because the creation of a second majority minority district was drawn based on race and it’s illegal gerrymandering under the Equal Protection Clause.
Civil rights groups believe Louisiana’s current Congressional map is legal, because a third of the state’s black voting population is black, so two of the state’s six Congressional districts should be represented by minorities. Louisiana ACLU executive director Alanah Odoms…
The first map the Legislature approved following the 2020 census was ruled unconstitutional because it did not contain two black majority districts.
A bill filed for the upcoming regular session aims to impose stricter penalties on drivers who block the left lane by driving under the speed limit and are not looking to pass. Alexandria Senator Jay Luneau says his proposal promotes highway safety and reduces driver frustration.
Cut 11 (11) “…creates danger.”
Luneau’s legislation calls for a 150-dollar fine for first-time offenders.
The LSU women’s basketball team is looking to reach the Sweet 16 for the third consecutive year. The Lady Tigers will play Florida State at 5 PM today in the second round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. LSU guard Flau’Jae Johnson on what they are expecting from the Seminoles…
Cut 15 (15) “…that scouting report”