The Louisiana Secretary of State announces the results of a months-long investigation into non-citizens registering to vote. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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In a way that only he could, Senator John Kennedy issues a stark warning about eating imported shrimp. Andre Champagne reports.
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Summer is winding down, but fall allergies are ramping up. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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The Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office launched an investigation back in May into the number of non-citizens registering to vote; and yesterday, Secretary Nancy Landry announced the results of that investigation.
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(390 non-citizens were on the voter rolls, with 79 of then having voted in elections over the last several years.) Secretary Landry says investigators were able to determine their citizenship after getting free access to the federal SAVE database – SAVE stands for Systemic Alien Verification for Entitlements. She said in previous presidential administrations, it was $1.75 per name to search, but the Trump administration removed that charge. Landry said she will pursue legal action against those who illegally registered to vote.
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Landry says especially in local races, every vote counts, and just a small handful of votes can decide the election.
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Landry says with the signing of Act 500, it will be harder for non-citizens to register to vote, since people will now be required to prove their citizenship when registering to vote.
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In a way that only he could, Senator John Kennedy issued a stark warning about eating imported shrimp, making his point on the Senate floor using a visual aid.
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Kennedy said that’s because the imported shrimp was found to be radioactive – at least the shrimp sold in Walmart stores in Louisiana and other states that was recalled.
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Kennedy said on a good day, the U.S. may inspect two-percent of all shrimp that’s imported into the country, and that pales in comparison to the inspection rates of other countries.
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Louisiana Tech head coach Sonny Cumbie and his team will have its toughest challenge of the season as they travel to Baton Rouge to face LSU in Tiger Stadium for the first time since 2018. Cumbie had lots of praise for LSU senior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier.
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Louisiana Tech’s defense was on full display in week one, shutting out Southeastern, 24-0. Louisiana Tech linebackers combined for 39 tackles and three sacks. Junior linebacker Mekhi Mason said his unit is one of the best in the nation.
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First-year Louisiana Tech defensive coordinator Luke Olson will have his hands full with shutting down an elite LSU offense. The Bulldogs are known to blitz often and junior linebacker Mekhi Mason says the Bulldogs need to get to quarterback Garrett Nussmeier early and often.
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Most Louisiana residents can’t wait for some fall weather, but we can do without fall allergies. Dr. John Carlson, an allergist and immunologist at Ochsner Health, says there are some real good options at your local drug store that can prevent a reaction to seasonal allergies…
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Dr. Carlson says Saline nasal sprays and artificial tears can also help wash pollen out of your eyes.
Ragweed is the biggest culprit when it comes to fall allergies, and Carlson says mold spores are also a problem.
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Carlson says pollen counts are usually the highest between four A-M and eight A-M, so limit your outdoor activities and shower after spending an extended amount of time outdoors. He says if allergies are hindering your lifestyle, there are some options.
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Saints veteran cornerback Alontae Taylor was limited in practice yesterday due to a lingering groin injury that has kept him out all summer. Taylor says that he is doing everything he can to play in the opener, but does not want to rush it if he isn’t 100-percent.
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The Saints open up their season against a very talented Arizona Cardinals defense. Second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler will play his first game under the Kellen Moore system. Offensive coordinator Doug Nussmeier says Rattler needs to just be himself.
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LSU senior right guard Josh Thompson was a huge transfer portal addition for the Tigers as he brought in the most playing experience to the entire unit. The Northwestern transfer ultimately made the decision to come down to Baton Rouge to get the chance to fulfill a lifelong dream.
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LSU senior cornerback Mansoor Delane wanted to play for a team that was going to develop him for the NFL while being able to compete for a national championship. Delane said he knew the Tigers were building something special after seeing its heavy transfer portal haul in the offseason.
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Delane was a key contributor in the opening win against Clemson. He had a critical interception and two pass breakups. Delane admits that the win was a great start for the 2025 season, but the Tigers won’t be satisfied until it brings back some hardware home.
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