Governor Landry has sent President Trump a letter, formally requesting a major disaster declaration for nine parishes in northeast Louisiana following the winter storm, and the state’s entire congressional delegation is urging him to approve it. Senator Bill Cassidy says with such a declaration, FEMA can help those affected with some much-needed financial assistance.
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It’s been a strong start to the year for Hollywood South, as there are six film productions either shooting or in preparation in the state. Jason Waggenspack, the president of Film Louisiana and the CEO of The Ranch Film Studios, says two of them are feature films.
The Netflix produced movie is called “A Christmas Kind of Love.”
A months-long investigation into drug activity tied to Mexican cartels has resulted in 742 arrests statewide. Jeff Palermo has the story.
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State Representative Julie Emerson won’t be the next U.S. Senator from Louisiana, but she will be Governor Landry’s new chief of staff. Emerson takes over for Kyle Ruckert, and she begins her new role next week. A special election will need to be held to fill her seat in the legislature.