The Legislature’s very contentious special session on Redistricting could end today. David Grubb has more…:

CUT 01(35)      “….David Grubb”

State officials warn northeast Louisiana anglers casting a line into the Ouachita River to NOT eat their catch. Officials with the Department of Health and Wildlife & Fisheries say levels of mercury found in fish swimming the river makes them unsafe for human consumption.

Attorneys for nursing home operator Bob Dean, of Baton Rouge, say he has dementia and should not have to sit for depositions. Dean is facing numerous lawsuits after his decision to evacuate 843 residents to a warehouse from seven of his facilities during Hurricane Ida, which led to the deaths of 15 residents. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says his attorneys may be successful in keeping Dean from testifying…:

CUT 07(09)      “…be liable.”

Texts and phone calls between Dean and Health Department officials are rambling and at times make little sense. Dean’s nursing home licenses have been revoked.

More than 50 parades roll from tonight through Fat Tuesday across the state. Revelers seem very ready to party, after COVID cancelled Mardi Gras last year. New Orleans Mardi Gras historian Arthur Hardy says it’s hoped this year will give tourism a big boost…:

CUT 12(07)      “…good now.”