Qualifying for the 2023 governor’s race begins one year from today and we still do not have any announced candidates. There are several Republican candidates who have expressed interest. But will we see a strong Democratic candidate in the race. U-L-M Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley…
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Baton Rouge Mayor Sharon Weston Broome, state senator Gary Smith and New Orleans city council member Helena Moreno are some of the names that have been put out there as possible Democratic candidates.

Later this week, President Biden will sign the PACT act which expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. John Wells, chairman of the Slidell-based Military Veterans Advocacy, says the measure will help out thousands in Louisiana…
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Wells says the next step is to make sure the legislation provides the benefits to veterans and their families.

Former Congressman and state representative Buddy Leach passed away over the weekend at the age of 88. Leach also served two years as the chairman of the Louisiana Democratic Party beginning in 2010. Governor John Bel Edwards says Leach, who was born in Vernon Parish, worked to make life better for all Louisianans.

A New Orleans non-profit that helps feed those in need has sparked a new idea to keep restaurants operational after hurricanes. Brooke Thorington has more.
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