Now that the redistricting session is over, the focus is on Governor John Bel Edwards to see if he’ll veto the maps approved by the Legislature. Erik Picolli has more…
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A male juvenile was killed in Marrero this morning according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. Authorities were dispatched around 7:30 to a shooting in the 1800 block of Betty Street and found a teen suffering from a gunshot wound and he was pronounced dead on the scene.
As the markets continue to react to the possibility of a Russian invasion in Ukraine, Louisiana is keeping an eye on the oil and gas markets. With the U-S already at its limit for oil exports, government officials have been trying to find ways to help meet the increased demand. But Associate director of the Tulane Energy Institute, Eric Smith says that will be a difficult proposition with few allies ready to step up.
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Saturday, June 4th is set as demolition day for the Kirby Smith Hall at LSU. Executive Director of Residential Life Pete Trentacoste says there’s even an opportunity for you to purchase a brick from the former residence hall as a souvenir.
The 13-story building opened in 1967.