9:30 AM Newscast

Legislation to will be presented by Alexandria Representative Jay Luneau to keep auto insurers from charging female drivers more in an upcoming session. Brooke Thorington explains.

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A two-vehicle in Calcasieu parish claimed the life of two people around 8:20 pm on Feb. 21. According to Louisiana State Police Troop D, the accident involved a pickup truck and a motorcycle near the intersection of Victoria Drive and Hwy 171. A male and female occupant driving the motorcycle was pronounced dead on the scene.

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Organizers of the recall petition to oust New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell have enough signatures to move forward. Cantrell’s controversies have plagued her leadership while in office. Vice Chair of Nolatoya Recall, Eileen Carter, says they are ready to move forward with the recall.

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Once the petition is certified, it will move forward to Governor John Bel Edwards.

Today is the first day of lent. Many will feast on seafood, fruits, and vegetables over the next 40 days. With Louisiana being the seafood capital, how will supply keep up? Gulf Seafood Institute chairman and owner Harlon’s LA Fish, in Kenner. Harlon Pearce…:

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