The US Supreme Court hears oral arguments today on a 2014 Louisiana law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital, a regulation that would close two of the state’s three abortion clinics. Louisiana Attorney General spokesperson Deanna Wallace says it’s a law that will ensure better care for pregnant women…
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It’s the first major abortion case since President Trump’s appointment of two conservative judges. A ruling is expected in June.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until noon today for an area of the state from Monroe to Opelousas. And a flash flood watch is in effect for tonight through tomorrow night for portions of southeast Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim…
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Coronavirus vaccine development is underway by LSU School of Veterinary Medicine researchers. Matt Doyle has the story…
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Fourth District Congressman Mike Johnson announces the U-S Army is investing 26-million dollars into Fort Polk for barracks renovations and critical infrastructure replacements. And State Representative Lance Harris of Alexandria announces he’s running for the fifth district congressional seat that’s being left vacant by the retiring Ralph Abraham. Republican Ouachita Police Juror Scotty Robinson and Democrat Candy Christophe of Alexandria are also in the race.