U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. will host the Louisiana Mental Health Summit today to bring together federal, state, and local leaders to discuss methods to improve mental health care in Louisiana. Cassidy says many sheriffs note local jail is the largest provider of mental health services in most parishes and that puts a strain on communities…
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LSU are 14 point underdogs against the Crimson Tide this Saturday, in the largest spread against the Tigers at home in 20 years. Despite the Purple and Gold’s two major upset victories against Top Ten teams, Vegas has decided the Bama train will roll on, and easily. Analyst Jimmy Ott says Saban’s Tide has been rolling spreads all year long…
State treasurer John Schroder says tens of thousands of Louisianans will get a check from the state before the end of the year for unclaimed property that’s been held by the state. The checks will be up to 1,500 dollars. Schroder says they uncovered the money after teaming up with the Revenue Department.
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If you are owed more than 1,500 dollars, additional verification will be needed before the state will mail you your money.
Today is the last day for early voting in the fall primary election. To find polling places, you can now use the smartphone app, GeauxVote Mobile. You can also access a preview ballot before stepping into a polling location. Speaking of smartphone apps, you can now use the smartphone app LA Wallet as an acceptable form of picture ID, as poll commissioners have received training regarding the new digital license app. Polling locations close at 6pm today for early voting. Your next opportunity to vote will be on November 6th.