A Grand Isle businessman was sentenced to 25 weekends in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of federal civil rights violations after Hurricane Issac. Josh Jambon admitted to using racial slurs striking two black female crew members cleaning up on the island after the storm. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says this is an unusual sentence:
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According to court records Jambon thought the crew damaged his property and hit two women and tried to take a cell phone from a third to record what he was doing. In addition to the 25 weekends, Jambon also has to pay $10,000 in fines.

Don’t forget tomorrow is election day. The ballot is highlighted by a hotly contested US Senate Race and Louisiana’s 5th and 6th districts. Polls are open from 7am-8pm.

State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Livingston Parish that has left two men dead. Trooper Jared Sandifer says 50-year-old Lloyd Hutson of Jackson was driving on LA 447 near Walker when he crossed the center line into the path of a car driven by 76-year-old Raymond Bender of Denham Springs. The two vehicles collided head-on and both drivers were killed. Sandifer says investigating troopers believe impairment may have been a factor in this wreck…:
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The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s office is investigating a West Monroe officer involved shooting in which the suspect died at a local hospital last night. The identity of the officer is not being released. The DA is reviewing the case.

6th Congressional District candidate Garret Graves is disputing accusations from his opponent, Former Governor Edwin Edwards, that his family gets special privileges because of Governor Bobby Jindal. The Edwards campaign has continued to tie Graves to Jindal and criticized his time as head of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority…:
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Graves made the comments on The Jim Engster Show then Edwards called in to reply. The Former Governor accuses Graves of refusing to admit he has a relationship with The Governor…:
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Graves says Edwards accusations are completely absurd and baseless.

State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Livingston Parish that has left two men dead. Trooper Jared Sandifer says 50-year-old Lloyd Hutson of Jackson was driving on LA 447 near Walker when he entered a right-hand curve…:
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Sandifer says Hutson is suspected of being impaired when he crashed into the vehicle of 76-year-old Raymond Bender of Denham Springs. Neither driver was wearing a seatbelt.

The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a New Iberia man after a hostage situation. Lt. Richard Fleming says they received information that a woman was being held hostage at an apartment complex Thursday afternoon. He says when officers arrived, the suspect, 31-year-old Thomas Chevalier attempted to leave with the victim…:
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Chevalier is accused of raping the victim and refusing to let her leave the residence.

With tomorrow’s election looming, everybody wants to know who is going to represent Louisiana in the new Congress next year? Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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Governor Bobby Jindal will be in Walker this afternoon to make an economic development announcement in Livingston Parish. The news will come down around 1 o’clock at the Walker Town Hall.

It’s Christmas Party time and revelers should keep some rules in mind when it comes to celebrating with your co-workers. Tulane Business Professor Dr. Mark Rosa says you should consider a Holiday office party an extension of the workplace — all the same rules apply…:
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He says supervisors and managers need to be especially aware of how they behave at any work function particularly when it comes to alcohol consumption.

Louisiana residents who have health insurance through the Obamacare marketplace are advised to seek out cheaper policies during open enrollment. Brian Burton, State Director for the Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana, says there are new choices and more competition in the Health Insurance Marketplace…:
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Open enrollment closes on February 15.

Election day is tomorrow. Of course, the ballot is highlighted by the US Senate race between Democratic incumbent Mary Landrieu and Republican challenger Bill Cassidy. Secretary of State Tom Schedler expects a 40-percent voter turnout for the election with more activity in the 5th and 6th Congressional districts due to those contested seats…

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Schedler says although Saturday’s ballot will be light, it’s always important to exercise your right to vote.

The open enrollment period for insurance through the Obamacare marketplace is underway. Brian Burton, State Director for the Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana, says, for returning customers, it’s a good idea to see what the Marketplace has to offer this year…

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The Department of Health and Human Services says nearly 8 in 10 current Marketplace consumers can find coverage for $100 or less, taking into account any applicable tax credits.

State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Livingston Parish that has left two men dead. Authorities say as 50-year-old Lloyd Hutson of Jackson was trying to execute a right curve, his vehicle crossed the center line into the path of a car driven by 76-year-old Raymond Bender of Denham Springs. The two vehicles collided head-on. Neither man was wearing a seat belt and both suffered fatal injuries as a result. Officials say impariment is suspected on the part of Hutson.

As lots of businesses will be holding their Holiday parties over the next few weeks, there are a few words to the wise. Michelle Southern reports…

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Louisiana residents who have health insurance through the Obamacare marketplace are advised to seek out cheaper policies during open enrollment. Scott Carwile reports…

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The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating an officer involved shooting that happened last night in West Monroe. Details are limited at this time, but the shooting, involving a West Monroe Police Officer, occurred at a convenience store on North 7th Street, near West Monroe High School, around 7PM Thursday.

With tomorrow being election day, everybody wants to know who is going to represent Louisiana in the new Congress next year? The 5th Congressional District race features Democrat Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo and Republican Dr. Ralph Abraham in the runoff. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says the political climate in Louisiana favors Republicans, especially in the 5th District…

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Polls will be open statewide from 7AM to 8PM tomorrow.

Christmas Party season is here and experts say you should follow some important rules of etiquette when it comes to celebrating with your bosses and co-workers. Tulane business professor Dr. Mark Rosa says supervisors should be particularly mindful of their behavior at work Christmas Parties. He says managers and bosses are essentially representing the company at a work function…

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He says first and foremost you should always be careful about how much you drink.

With tomorrow being election day, everybody is wondering who will be heading to Washington to represent Louisiana in the new Congress next year? ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says the 6th Congressional District race could prove to be the most interesting race of the night. He says enthusiasm isn’t very high for either candidate, Republican Garret Graves or Democrat Edwin Edwards. Stockley says voter turnout could be the deciding factor here…

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Secretary of State Tom Schedler says Saturday’s ballot will be light, with some parishes having only the Senate race to decide. He says, no matter the number of items on the ballot, it’s always important to exercise your right to vote. Since this election falls on a Saturday, Schedler says voting hours will be a little different…

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Louisiana residents who have health insurance through the Obamacare marketplace are advised to shop around for cheaper policies during open enrollment. In Louisiana, consumers can now choose from 6 providers in the Marketplace. Brian Burton, State Director for the Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana, says United Healthcare is a new provider for this year and they’re making a big difference for consumers…

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Open enrollment closes on February 15.

It’s Christmas Party season and experts are passing out some important rules of etiquette when it comes to celebrating with your bosses and co-workers. Tulane business professor Dr. Mark Rosa says first and foremost you should always be careful about how much you drink…

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Rosa says even if you just show up and stay a short time, that’s better than not making an appearance at all but you should consider the party mandatory.

Tomorrow is election day in Louisiana. The ballot is highlighted by the US Senate race between Democratic incumbent Mary Landrieu and Republican challenger Bill Cassidy. Secretary of State Tom Schedler expects a 40-percent voter turnout for the election…

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Schedler says Saturday’s ballot will be light, with some parishes having only the Senate race to decide.

With the election looming, everybody wants to know who is going to represent Louisiana in the new Congress next year? ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says the US Senate race is Republican Bill Cassidy’s race to lose. He says Democratic incumbent Mary Landrieu’s had a lot of ground to make up since November 4th…

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Polls will be open tomorrow from 7AM to 8PM.

Louisiana residents who have health insurance through the Obamacare marketplace are advised to seek out cheaper policies during open enrollment. Brian Burton, State Director for the Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana, says there are new choices and more competition in the Health Insurance Marketplace…

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The Department of Health and Human Services says nearly 8 in 10 current Marketplace consumers can find coverage for $100 or less, taking into account any applicable tax credits. Open enrollment closes on February 15.

In college basketball, LSU upset number 16 West Virginia last night 74-73. This was LSU’s first road victory over a ranked opponent since 2005.