A nasty governor’s race was expected leading up to the November 21st runoff and it’s already begun. Politico reports Republican David Vitter is running an ad which says Democrat John Bel Edwards wants to release thousands drug dealers and criminals from prison. UL Lafayette political science professor Pearson Cross expects Vitter to run an aggressive campaign…:
Cut 11 (08) “reputation”
Edwards new TV ad that tells viewers that Vitter only offers deception and hypocrisy.

The Louisiana Alcohol and Tobacco Control issued emergency suspensions of five strip clubs on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter after they discovered prostitution and drug activity. They say the action follows a month-long investigation called Operation Trick or Treat. State Police assisted in the investigation and uncovered prostitution, drugs, and lewd and improper acts at the strip clubs. They say at least 7 other businesses are facing charges.

In the November 21st runoff election, voters will decide who will become the next Lt. Governor. The election pits Democrat Kip Holden against Republican Billy Nungesser. Holden, who took first place in the primary, says although this is your standard Republican versus Democrat runoff election, old style party politics will not work here…:
CUT 4 (07) “and deliver”
Nungesser, the former Plaquemines Parish president, says he has a passion and work ethic that set him apart and plans on spreading that message…
CUT 5 (10) “this state”
The Attorney General’s race is also going to a runoff.

The Hammond Police Department says they’ve arrested a 14-year-old juvenile in connection with the threats made over social media last night against Hammond area schools. The charge is terrorizing.