Days after being re-elected to the U-S Senate, John Kennedy says he’s now seriously considering a run for governor next year. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat thinks the Democrat’s victories in the Senate will influence Kennedy’s decision.

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Over the weekend it was determined that Democrats will have control of the Senate in January. Control of the U-S House is still to be determined.

A grand jury in the Third Judicial District convenes today seeking indictments against State Troopers involved in the 2019 beating death of Black motorist Ronald Greene. It doesn’t appear the federal government will bring charges against those troopers and Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says that doesn’t preclude the state from bringing charges.

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State health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says Louisiana could be in for a rough winter, with COVID still present, RSV spreading among kids and the annual “flu season.” Kanter says this news may come as a surprise because the midterm elections have dominated the news…:

Cut 13 (10) “…more about that.”
Kanter says Louisiana hospitals and doctors’ offices are filled with flu and RSV patients.

And while some are getting a head start on their Christmas shopping, Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain you should also get a jump on your Thanksgiving shopping list. Strain says the spread of the bird flu across the country is limiting the supply.

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The resignation of DCFS Secretary Marketa Walters has brought attention on the agency’s challenges of handling thousands of child welfare cases. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow also chairs a select Committee on Women and Children and says Walters stepping down won’t instantly fix problems, and there needs to be a focus going forward…:

Cut 12 (08) “….repeated issues.” 

Barrow admits DCFS is understaffed, and workers are underpaid for their demanding jobs… but the agency still needs an overhaul.

A strong cold front swings through the state Friday evening and into Saturday bringing fall temperatures. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we’ll get some rain before the chill arrives…

Cut 5 (07) “…next week” 

Wastewater in Shreveport has twice the national average of meth.  Nick Goeders Executive Director of the Louisiana Addiction Research Center says Shreveport’s water system purifies wastewater before it’s reused but he’s concerned about rural water systems and how meth in wastewater could impact the environment and food system.

Cut 11 (12)  “…contaminant.”

In Europe studies indicate meth in wastewater is contaminating lakes and has been found in trout.

Veteran’s Day recognizes those who’ve served in the armed forces and while speaking at a Veteran’s Day event in Iberville Parish, Governor John Bel Edwards, who is a U-S Army veteran, says the thank yous should not be designated for only Veteran’s Day…

Cut 6 (12)  “…please do that”

Today the nation celebrates Veterans Day, a day to honor and celebrate those who dedicated their lives to protecting and serving our country. Department of Veteran Affairs Spokesperson Brandee Patrick says if you can’t make it to an event, take advantage of social media and show gratitude to those who served whenever you get the chance…

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A strong cold front swings through the state tonight and into tomorrow bringing fall temperatures for the Bayou State for the next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says before the cold air arrives, we’ll see some rain and high temperatures will struggle to get into the 60s on Saturday and mid-50s for north Louisiana, leading to a cold Sunday morning…

Cut 4 (08)  “…coastal zone.” 

Inflation is making it more costly to enjoy a cold beer…or to make it for that matter. David Blossman, President, and CEO of Abita Brewing in Covington says the cost of goods and materials to make their products is up about 35 percent over the past couple of years and Abita has had to increase prices twice so far this year…:

Cut 7 (08) “…pretty aggressively.”

But Blossman remains optimistic the economy will rebound.

After winning song of the year at the Country Music Awards on Wednesday night, to say Shreveport mother Luwanna Davis is proud of her sons Jordan and Jacob is an understatement. The pair are co-writers of the song Buy Dirt and Jordan sings the hit with Luke Bryan. Luwanna Davis remembers when Jacob played music in college.

Cut 13 (12) “…free (laughing).”

Under fire for recent overdose deaths of small kids under her agency’s care, Department of Children & Family Services Secretary Marketa Garner Walters has resigned. Before resigning, Walters complained of too few staff to handle the massive caseload of at-risk kids and families. Governor Edwards is bringing in a third-party organization to do a top-to-bottom review of DCFS.

The nation celebrates Veteran’s Day across the country…

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Inflation is making it more costly to drink and make a cold beer these days and David Blossman, President and CEO of the Abita Brewing Company in Covington says everything is significantly higher in cost than just a year ago, and that’s cutting into company profits…:

Cut 8 (11)  “…up 25 percent.”

He says the pandemic impacted bar sales but he’s optimistic the economy rebound and post-pandemic pub crowds will return.

The state’s endangered whooping crane population continues to grow. State Wildlife and Fisheries has added 10 more cranes to its experimental population. Wildlife technician Eva Szyszkowski (SIS COW SKI) says if you are a birdwatcher and want to see them go where lots of birds go to find an easy meal.

Cut 12 (11) “…rice and crawfish.” 

Happy Veteran’s Day… A strong cold front swings through the state tonight and into tomorrow bringing fall temperatures for the Bayou State for the next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says before the cold air arrives, we’ll see some rain…

Cut 3 (08) “.assure you” 

Keim says high temperatures will struggle to get into the 60s on Saturday and mid-50s for north Louisiana, leading to a cold Sunday morning…

40-year-high rates in inflation are making it more costly to enjoy a cold beer…or to make it for that matter. David Blossman is President and CEO of the nationally famous Abita Brewing Company in Covington. He says the cost of goods and materials to make their products is up about 35 percent over the past couple of years and Abita has had to increase prices twice so far this year…:

Cut 7 (08) “…pretty aggressively.”

The state’s endangered whooping crane population continues to grow. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has added 10 more whooping cranes to its experimental population. LDWF wildlife technician Eva Szyszkowski (SIS COW SKI) says there’s only one other flock of migrating cranes in the country.

Cut 10 (14) “…wild.” 

The Shreveport mother of country music artists and songwriters Jordan and Jacob Davis, Luwanna Davis is thrilled her sons won the CMA for Song of the year with Buy Dirt. She fondly remembers when her sons were starting out in the business and she’s never forgotten what one of Jacob’s producers told her, that he believed her sons were making history.

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Department of Children and Family Services Secretary Marketa Garner Walters has resigned after a second child died from a drug overdose death that the state agency received warnings about.  The resignation comes one day after Governor John Bel Edwards called last week’s fentanyl overdose death of a one-year-old child an absolute failure by DCFS…

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Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and current House Minority Whip has made his intentions known he’d like to be House Majority Leader in January, but LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says until outstanding congressional races are settled it’s still up in the air if the GOP will be the majority party.

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One Louisiana election is making national headlines. 23-year-old Tyrin Troung (TIE-RIN TRONG)-the grandson of a Vietnamese immigrant—ousted the two-term mayor of Bogalusa Tuesday night.

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Byrd High School is buzzing over two of its alumni who won song of the year at last night’s Country Music Awards. The hit song “Buy Dirt” is co-written by Shreveport natives Jordan and Jacob Davis. Byrd English teacher Stephanie Springer was one of Jordan’s teachers, and she says the entire school is very proud of Jordan Davis and his brother, Jacob…

Cut 14 (06)  “…don’t pursue.” 

Franklin Parish native Rainey Wilson won Female Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year.

Governor Edwards accepts the resignation of embattle DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters. Walters came under fire after a toddler, the department was alerted of numerous times was in suspected danger died of a fentanyl overdose and then a second toddler the department was informed of died on Halloween.

Louisiana will be providing families with vouchers to pay for their children’s tutoring to bridge the literacy crisis happening in the state. Whitney Thomas has more…

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After being elected as the youngest major of Bogalusa 23-year-old Tyrin Troung (TIE-RIN TRONG)-is garnering national headlines. The grandson of a Vietnamese immigrant was a summer intern for Missouri Congressman Lacy Clay and says he moved back home to help.

Cut 4 (11) “…politicians couldn’t.” 

In addition to being Mayor, he’s engaged to be married.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and current House Minority Whip has made his intentions known he’d like to be House Majority Leader in January. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says it makes sense that Scalise wants to be House Majority Leader because it’s the next step in the leadership ladder.

Cut 10 (11) “…lined up on.” 

If the GOP will be the majority party in the House has yet to be determined.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and current House Minority Whip has made his intentions known he’d like to be House Majority Leader in January, but LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says until outstanding congressional races are settled it’s still up in the air if the GOP will be the majority party.

Cut 9 (12)  “…a majority.

One Louisiana election is making national headlines. 23-year-old Tyrin Troung (TIE-RIN TRONG)-the grandson of a Vietnamese immigrant—ousted the two-term mayor of Bogalusa Tuesday night.

Cut 3 (08) “..gun violence.” 

Troung grew up near Bogalusa in Angie, has a degree in political science from Washington University in St Louis, where he was student body president.

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Department of Children and Family Services Secretary Marketa Garner Walters has resigned one day after Governor Edwards had harsh criticism of her state agency. Jeff Palermo has the story..

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Governor John Bel Edwards calls last week’s fentanyl overdose death of a one-year-old child an absolute failure by the state Department of Children of Family Services. DCFS admits they received a tip the infant could be in danger about ten days before the child died. Edwards has been quiet about this latest tragedy until now…

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DCFS announced new policies in August after a two-year-old died from a fentanyl overdose.

A BESE meeting takes place this morning to discuss a major change on how high schools are graded. BESE President James Garvey supports a proposal put forth by the department of education that would give more weight to schools that provide technical courses…

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Now that the fall elections are over, except for some run-off races in local elections, the 2023 governor’s race can really start to ramp up. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley…

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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, who is a likely candidate for governor, said last week he would make an official announcement in January.

The small town of Melville remains in limbo after the election day death, of their mayor, 84-year-old Velma Hendrix, who was seeking a second term. One of her challengers Sam Londerno (LON-drah-no) says the community is in shock.

Cut 9 (06)  “…to believe.”

Due to her death candidates will have to qualify to run again by Monday for the December 10^th election. If no one else runs, then the results stand and Londerno is declared the winner.

The fall midterms are over, so now we can turn our attention to the 2023 Louisiana Governor’s Race. Kevin Gallagher has more…:

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Wastewater in Shreveport has the most methamphetamines in the US, that’s according to research from the Louisiana Addiction Research Center. Wastewater in city has double the amount of meth than anywhere in the United States. Wastewater is used water from homes, businesses, sinks, toilets, washing machines, and dishwashers.

The Louisiana Department of Education is addressing the state’s literacy crisis by launching the Steve Carter Literacy Program, providing families with $1,000 vouchers for tutoring. Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley says families will be able to apply the vouchers to different vendors in the state for different sessions.

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For more information visit LouisianaLiteracy at La-dot-gov

The small St. Landry Parish town of Melville remains in limbo after the election day death, of their mayor, 84-year-old Velma Hendrix, who was seeking a second term. Secretary of State’s office spokesperson John Tobler says when a candidate dies after qualifying but before the polls close qualifying starts over. So, qualifying will begin today and will close on Monday.

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That would mean Sam Londerno with 52 percent would be the winner.