Monroe is an election battleground today as both sides of the Governor’s race are making appearances in the area..
Cut 1 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

The new Louis Armstrong International Airport Terminal is open and Director of Aviation Kevin Dolliole says it’s a significant upgrade from the old terminal…
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So far the reviews from the first passengers through the new airport are great.

Medical marijuana has been available in Louisiana for three months now, but many eligible patients can not afford the treatment. Healing Clinics C-E-O Kathyrn Thomas says a prescription for therapeutic cannabis is not covered by insurance..
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An estimated 3,500 people have purchased medical marijuana since the product became available to the public in August.

Louisiana continues to lead the nation when it comes to flu activity and people are expected to gather this weekend for the big football games. State Immunization Director Doctor Frank Welch says it normally takes seven to nine days for a flu shot to become fully effective, but…
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Welch says nearly six in 100 visits to doctors’ offices are for flu-like symptoms.