The House Transportation Committee has approved a bill that would ban the use of a hand-held cell phone while driving. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A major weather system is moving into Louisiana later tonight, with the potential to bring heavy rainfall along with high winds, hail, and possibly tornados. While most of the state is facing an enhanced risk, state climatologist Barry Keim says areas east of Alexandria will be in another category.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is in Sunset where she’s announced a $30-million dollar grant to increase broadband access in Acadiana. The grant will impact 22-thousand households in the area. Harris says the funding is part of the bipartisan Infrastructure plan in an effort to help everyone have internet access.

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The MJ Foster Promise Program will provide financial aid for students to earn credentials that could land them jobs in high-demand areas. Ebony Holmes, Director of Public Information for the Office of Student Financial Assistance, points out that applicants must have lived in the state for at least 2 years and possess at least a high school diploma or its equivalent to qualify. When the program is done, there are provisions in place to ensure the investment pays off for both the worker and the state.

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