Reaction to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by U.S. troops is, predictably, split down party lines. Republicans like Senator Bill Cassidy are hailing the operation.
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But Democratic Congressman Troy Carter says there is no question that Maduro is a bad man and that the people of Venezuela have suffered under his regime. However, that does not change the fact that the U.S. had no right to act unilaterally.
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In Lafayette this morning, three people were killed in a multi-vehicle wreck at a major intersection. Lafayette Police say three vehicles were involved in the crash that happened at just after five o’ clock this morning at Johnston and East Broussard. It was foggy at the time of the crash, but police have yet to say if poor visibility contributed to the wreck.
Several bills aimed at lowering auto insurance rates went into effect on January 1st. Jeff Palermo spoke with an industry expert on whether they will help.
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Today, January Sixth, also known as Twelfth Night, marks the official start of the Carnival Season. Arthur Hardy, the founder of the Mardi Gras Guide, says in Orleans Parish along, there will be 35 parades between now and February 17th, Fat Tuesday…
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