It’s election day and most political observers are expecting Senator John Kennedy to win re-election tonight without the need of the December run-off. The most competitive race is expected in the third Congressional District, as Republican Congressman Clay Higgins is facing opposition from a fellow Republican Holden Hoggatt. JMC Analytics Pollster John Couvillon says Higgins has received criticism for how he’s helped with recovery following Hurricane Laura…
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There are eight constitutional amendments on the ballot too. Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says Amendment Seven which deals with involuntary servitude and slavery is gaining the most attention…
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Baton Rouge Representative Edmond Jordan wants voters to vote against his amendment, so they can rewrite the language and bring the issue back before voters at a future election.

State Police are investigating a deputy-involved Sunday afternoon shooting in Rapides Parish. The incident claimed the life of 45-year-old Derrick Kittling of Alexandria who is the brother of LSP Lt Colonel Kenny Van Buren. Master Trooper Casey Wallace says the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office asked LSP to oversee the investigation.
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Wallace says Kittling was fatally shot during a traffic stop after he grabbed a deputy’s taser.

Again our top of the story, It’s election day and Louisiana voters will be rewarded with the traditional “I Voted” sticker once they exit the polls and Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says this year’s edition is a colorful image of the state capitol.
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