Governor Jeff Landry believes Louisiana should have closed primary elections and he’s asking lawmakers to debate it in the special session Brooke Thorington has more.
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Two students were shot last night outside a Bogalusa High School Basketball game. One fatally. Police there say the deadly shooting happened around 8:45 at the game against Covington High. Both students, under the age of 18, were taken to Our Lady of The Angels Hospital, where one later died. according to the Bogalusa Police Department. The shooting remains under investigation this morning.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding residents of home heating safety following a fatal house fire in Washington Parish. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says common heating-related causes of fires are preventable. She suggests plugging space heaters into wall outlets…
And if using open flames like candles, or fireplaces to stay warm, put them out before going to sleep and never leave them unattended.
A statewide search is underway for this year’s Longest Married Couple in Louisiana award. Louisiana Family Forum President Gene Mills says he wants to showcase couples who’ve been married 70 years or more.
Ira and Margery Milan of New Orleans won the title in 2023 as they’ve been married for 81 years. To nominate yourself, or a loved one, visit the Family Forum’s website to submit your story. The deadline for nominations is February 7th.