A special session is likely later in October to discuss pushing back the qualifying and party primary dates for the 2026 federal election. The U-S Supreme Court hears oral arguments next week about Louisiana’s Congressional map, which has two majority minority districts. Senate Governmental Affairs Chairman Caleb Kleinpeter says if the court rules after qualifying in January that the state needs to draw a new map, Louisiana would be stuck with the current one for two more years.

Cut 13 (11)  “…constituents.”

Voters in New Orleans, go to the polls tomorrow to choose their next mayor. Based on opinion polls, there is no doubt that Helena Moreno will come out on top by a wide margin. According to John Couvillion, Founder of JMC zzzAnalytics and Polling, The question is – will she get the 50-percent-plus-one share of the vote she needs to win outright?

Cut 7 (13) “…City Council position.”

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If you’re looking to get botox injections, the Louisiana Department of Health is urging you always to get them in medical settings and from licensed sources. State Epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says if you don’t, you’ll put yourself at great risk of being infected with botulism.

Cut 10 (16) “…is administered incorrectly.”

Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says all the dry weather we’ve seen lately is helping farmers harvest their crops. But there is some concern about the possibility of more wildfires. Strain says last week there were 43 wildfires that consumed 274 acres.

Cut 4 (07) “…by human activities.”

Outdoor burn bans are in effect for Caddo and Desoto parishes in north Louisiana; and in south Louisiana, burn bans are in effect for St. Landry and Acadia parishes.