The redistricting session is expected to end this afternoon with lawmakers approving a Congressional District map with one majority-minority district. Black lawmakers say there should be two majority-minority districts and there are Republican lawmakers who oppose the splitting of Grant and St. Mary Parishes, giving each parish two different representatives. Houma Representative Beryl Amedee says she’s heard from St. Mary Parish officials…
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The redistricting session is expected to end today while a new college baseball season begins today. Jay Johnson is entering his first season as the Fighting Tigers new baseball coach…
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LSU will host Maine at 6:30.

There are numerous parades scheduled for this weekend as the Mardi Gras season ramps up. Brooke Thorington reports the city of New Orleans is ready to let the good times roll…
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After a one-year hiatus, the Krewe of Janus Parade is set to roll tomorrow night in West Monroe. The theme of this year’s parade is Janus Goes to Hollywood. Throws Lieutenant Hailey Kenly says the King and Queen’s floats have specialty throws that are quite collectible.
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