There are growing signs Louisiana’s U-S Senate race could be closer than previously expected. Washington-based Inside Elections has downgraded the race from Solid Republican to Likely Republican, while Shreveport-based pollster Bishop George now calls it a toss-up. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says that helps explain why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Republican candidate Julia Letlow Monday night…
Letlow has represented Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District since 2021. She defeated incumbent Bill Cassidy and State Treasurer John Fleming in the Republican primary to advance to Tuesday’s general election.
It’s that time of year again – before you go to bed Saturday night, go through your house and turn all of your clocks back one hour, because Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning. While you’re at it, the Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal also urges you to check your smoke detectors. Chief Chad Sonnier says the process is very simple.
Cut 12 (06) “…for another year.”
If you’re a Saints fan that has been frustrated with the team’s up-and-down start to the season, know you aren’t alone. Following his trip to Paris to watch the Saints and Steelers lifelong fan Scott Fazio sent a letter to the organization expressing his frustration with the Black and Gold’s repeated failures.
Cut 9 (14) “…this is ridiculous.”
Halloween weekend, while fun for both the young and old, can also be a dangerous time on Louisiana’s roadways. Gregory Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says last year, almost 650 people were injured in crashes during the Halloween period, and some of those people did not survive their injuries.
Of those 16 people, three were killed in alcohol-related crashes.