A big development in the lawsuit against Louisiana’s current Congressional District map. A panel of the U-S Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals is ordering state legislators to draw a new Congressional map by January 15th. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says this is a difficult assignment as a new legislature is sworn in on January 8th….

Cut 13 (11) “…so many implications”

I-55 Should be open in both directions sometime next week but DOTD says there will be a complete shutdown of both lanes of I-55 Southbound near Ponchatoula on Sunday morning around 6 AM. Drivers will need to detour at exit 22 but can rejoin the interstate at Ruddock. Northbound I-55 remains closed until complete barrier rail repair and road striping is completed. All lanes in both directions are expected to be open sometime next week.

New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell is in Kenya 4 days ahead of the UN Meetings on plastics pollution. Meanwhile back home, the State Ethics Board has brought her up on charges for those 15 flight upgrades over a 2 year period costing the city almost $29,000. Cantrell paid the city back the $28,856 about a year ago. LaPolitics.com Publisher Jeremy Alford speculated on the timing of the Ethics Board’s actions…

Cut 9 (06) “…these flights.” 

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has released a list of of approved vape and alternative nicotine products. It’s the result of legislation sponsored by Covington Representative Paul Hollis. Hollis says this registry is going to make sure that these products are as safe as they possibly can be…

Cut 3 (07) “….whatsoever”

The state Ethics Board has charged New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell for 2 years of first class flights which under public pressure she paid back. Cantrell has said that her upgrades were a matter of safety not luxury. The Ethics Adjudicatory Board is likely to hear the case but Alford says, Even if Cantrell is fined, we will have to wait and see…

Cut 11 (08) “…quite a bit.”

The V-A-P-E Directory released by the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control contains 397 products that are authorized to be sold in Louisiana. JUUL products, nicotine pouches and B-I-D-I stick products are on the list. But popular disposable vapes are missing like Elf Bars. Covington Representative Paul Hollis says that’s a good thing…

Cut 4 (12) “..to children.”

Turkey Day is less than 2 weeks away and State Ag and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says folks shouldn’t bypass having Louisiana homegrown produce on their Thanksgiving dinner table.

Cut 7 (11) “…Louisiana rice.” 

November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month and the Veterinary Cancer Society estimates one in four dogs will develop cancer at some point. Ginger Guttner with LSU School of Veterinary Medicine says nearly 50 percent of dogs over age 10 will develop cancer.  She urges pet owners to keep an eye out for warning signs.

Cut 13 (09) “…an exam.”

Other possible signs of cancer include enlarged or changing lumps and rapid weight loss.

The Natchitoches Sheriff’s Office have made an arrest in the March murder of Mark Hailey owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish in Shreveport. After an 8 month investigation multiple search warrants and analysis of forensic evidence, NPSO announced they arrested 35 year old Patrick D Howard of Natchitoches for Principle to 1^st Degree Murder. The investigation is active and ongoing.

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has released a list of vape products that can be legally sold. Jeff Palermo has the story….

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

The State Ethics Board has charged New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell for those 15 first class flight upgrades over a 2 year period costing the city almost $29,000 though she paid the city back after much public controversy, Cantrell could face a $10,000 fine or a censure from the Board. La Politics Dot Com Publisher, Jeremy Alford questions whether that’s enough…

Cut 10 (10) “….act differently.” 

With less than two weeks to go before Turkey Day, State Ag and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says be prepared to pay 16 percent less for the main staple of your Thanksgiving meal this year, but other foods have nearly doubled.

Cut 6 (11) “…good news.”

The Natchitoches Sheriff’s Office have made an arrest in the March murder of Mark Hailey owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish in Shreveport. After an 8 month investigation multiple search warrants and analysis of forensic evidence, NPSO announced they arrested 35 year old Patrick D Howard of Natchitoches for Principle to 1^st Degree Murder. The investigation is active and ongoing.

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has released a list of of approved vape and alternative nicotine products. It’s the result of legislation sponsored by Covington Representative Paul Hollis. Hollis says this registry is going to make sure that these products are as safe as they possibly can be…

Cut 3 (07) “….whatsoever”

New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell is in Kenya 4 days ahead of the UN Meetings on plastics pollution. Meanwhile back home, the State Ethics Board has brought her up on charges for those 15 flight upgrades over a 2 year period costing the city almost $29,000. Cantrell paid the city back the $28,856 about a year ago. LaPolitics.com Publisher Jeremy Alford speculated on the timing of the Ethics Board’s actions…

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With less than two weeks to go before Turkey Day, State Ag and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says other than turkey, prices of everything from flour to canned corn to butter and cranberry sauce are higher. He says a Thanksgiving dinner for a family of four will cost around $30 this year.

Cut 8 (07) “….per person.” 

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has released a list of vape products that can be legally sold. Jeff Palermo has the story….

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

The Price of thanksgiving turkeys is down. Unfortunately the latest Consumer Price Index report shows an inflation rate for food at home up by two percent over the last 12 months.

Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture Mike Strain says folks shouldn’t bypass having Louisiana homegrown produce on their Thanksgiving dinner table.

Cut 7 (11) “…Louisiana rice.” 

November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Ginger Guttner with LSU School of Veterinary Medicine says pets can get cancer and it is important for pet owners to know that early detection is important.

Cut 12 (11) “…that’s true.”  

The Veterinary Cancer Society estimates one in four dogs will develop cancer at some point.

Guttner says nearly 50 percent of dogs over age 10 will develop cancer.  She urges pet owners to keep an eye out for warning signs.

While New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell is in Kenya for a UN Meeting on plastics pollution she has been charged by the State Ethics Board for violating state ethics law for improperly taking 15 first-class flights over two years.  2 international flights and 13 domestic flights were the subject of weeks of controversy pressuring Cantrell to reimburse the City of New Orleans $28,856 around a year ago. The Ethics Adjudicatory Board will likely hear the case and could censure or fine Cantrell up to $10,000.

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. As a single mother herself, she says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will help parents across the country.

Cut 3 (10) “….this childcare.”

Louisiana’s own Lainey Wilson took home five CMA awards last night.  Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

With an anticipated low voter turnout of less than 15 percent for the November 18th election, early voting indicates turnout might be slightly higher than anticipated. And John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office expects turnout to increase on election day.

Cut 6 (11) “…good sign.”

There are four constitutional amendments and three statewide offices that are still in play with a runoff on the November 18^th Ballot. John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office says GEAUXVOTE dot com…

Cut 8 (12) “….your ballot.” 

New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell has been charged by the State Ethics Board for violating state ethics law by improperly taking 15 first-class flights over two years.  2 international flights and 13 domestic flights were the subject of weeks of controversy pressuring Cantrell to reimburse the City of New Orleans $28,856 around a year ago. The Ethics Adjudicatory Board will likely hear the case and could censure or fine Cantrell up to $10,000.

Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won five CMA awards last night tying a record set by Johnny Cash in 1969. Among her awards… Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year. The 31-year-old from Baskin thanked all the female country artists who came before her and the ones alongside her…

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The awards aired on ABC.

The reigning National Champions in women’s basketball, the LSU Lady Tigers get their rings and are recognized with a banner in the PMAC tonight! Head Coach Kim Mulkey talks about a part that’s meaningful to her in the ceremony…

Cut 12 (10) “…great memories.”  

More Louisiana voters are showing up at the polls during the early voting for the November 18^th election than predicted. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.” 

Voters can also visit www.sos.la.gov for information and there’s still time to early vote till 6 pm today, or between 8:30 am and 6:00 pm on Saturday. State offices are closed tomorrow to recognize Veterans Day.

Louisiana Native Lanie Wilson was a big winner in The Country Music Awards that aired on ABC last night! Wilson’s win in five categories in one year ties the record first set by Johnny Cash in 1969. The 31-year-old from Baskin led the competition with nine nominations and recalled how significant her ninth year was as a child.

Cut 10 (12) “….very first time.” 

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. Letlow says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act would require the U.S. Small Business Administration to conduct a study on the needs and challenges of for-profit childcare providers and identify resources. Since the pandemic, Letlow says many working mothers had to leave the workforce.

Cut 4 (06) “…adequate childcare.”

With an anticipated low voter turnout of less than 15 percent for the November 18th election, early voting indicates turnout might actually be slightly higher than anticipated. And John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office expects turnout to increase on Election Day.

Cut 6 (11) “…good sign.”

The reigning Women’s Basketball National Champions are getting their rings tonight before their home opener. The LSU Lady Tigers Head Coach Kim Mulkey recalls her thoughts during the final seconds of the championship game…

Cut 13 (14) “…really happening.”

Doors will open earlier than usual at 5:30 for fans tonight at the PMAC. The ceremony will be at 6:20 and Tip-off is at 7 o’clock.

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control is planning to release a list of vape products on Friday that can be legally sold. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

A junior high school student has been arrested in St. Tammany Parish. St Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office says the arrest of the 14 year old Madisonville Area Junior High School Student was made after a fellow student reported to school personnel the existence of a Hit List, allegedly created by the 14 year old. The school then notified the Sheriff’s Office. The Student was issued a summons Tuesday for Menacing and was released to a parent on a custodial agreement to appear in court.

Smoke from a marsh fire in New Orleans East led to another deadly multiple vehicle wreck this morning on Interstate 10.  Christopher Bannan, a meteorologist with National Weather Service says we could see identical conditions tonight and probably again tomorrow night…

Cut 10 (07) “….St. Tammany Parish” 

Centenary College in Shreveport has a major campaign drive underway to support new facilities and programs ahead of its 200^th anniversary in 2025. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.” 

The proposed BUILD Act will provide rural communities with grants to upgrade police and fire departments and Co-Author, Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow says if it passes every community in her district of 24 parishes would be eligible.

Cut 7 (07) “…their facilities.”