9:30 LRN Newscast

Among the topics discussed last week in the first televised debate, gubernatorial candidates were asked if they believe in a ballot initiative to allow voters to decide if abortion should be legalized or not. Republican Treasurer John Schroder agrees the legislature’s abortion ban is reflective of what voters in the state want and he’s against a ballot initiative.

Cut 11 (10) “…and Senate.”

Democrat Shawn Wilson is the only candidate who supports a ballot initiative on abortion…

Cut 13 (14) “…in jeopardy.”

When Roe v Wade was overturned, the state’s trigger laws banning abortion in most cases went into effect. Early voting for the October 14th primary begins Saturday, September 30th.

Saturday marked the peak of the 2023 hurricane season and state climatologist Barry Keim says El Nino’s intensity is expected to pick up, which should help suppress tropical activity…

Cut 5 (12) “…of the season”

Early projections for the 2023 hurricane season were for a below normal season, because of an El Nino.

The Saints started the 2023 season with a 16-15 victory over the Tennessee Titans yesterday. Coach Dennis Allen is pleased with the win…

Cut 17 (16) “…divisional opponent”

The Saints will play the Carolina Panthers next Monday night.