The Louisiana Legislature has approved a new Congressional District map, but not without significant opposition. The map contains just one majority-minority district, despite calls from Black lawmakers a second majority-minority district should be drawn, because the Black population has grown to 33-percent. New Orleans Senator Karen Carter Peterson…
cut 3 (10) “…fairly”
Supporters of the map that gained final legislative passage say a second majority-minority district would dilute the black vote in both districts. The Congressional map also splits Morgan City in half and Grant Parish. Pollock Representative Gabe Firment says he was never consulted…
cut 5 (09) “…ask me”
We now wait to see if the governor will veto the map.

The Krewe of Janus (Janice) rolls Saturday night in Monroe and there’s plenty of excitement for the return of the parade that’s been a staple of the Twin Cities, Monroe, and West Monroe, since 1984. Throws Lieutenant Hailey Kenly says they are prepared with 3.5 million throws for attendees, especially youngsters.
Cut 10 (10) “…super fun.”
The theme of this year’s parade is Janus Goes to Hollywood.

State Police Gaming Division says 40-million dollars was wagered during the first four days of online sports betting in Louisiana. That total beat the per capita of New York’s mobile sports betting launch in early January according to PlayUSA. State Police audit director Jeff Traylor says the six operators spent nearly a third of their yearly credits for promotions…
cut 14 (12) “…significant amount”