Accidental overdose has been the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths in Louisiana since 2018.  But Project Maternal Overdose Mortality has arrived to change that, by creating more effective pathways to care. Secretary of Health, Bruce Greenstein says eleven hospitals around the state are participating.

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The field is set for the Louisiana Republican Senate primary. After voting to convict then-former President Trump in his second impeachment trial, Incumbent Bill Cassidy is in a political fight for his life as he faces two major challengers in in Julia Letlow and John Fleming. But Cassidy says it’s a fight he thinks he can win.

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Louisiana’s longest serving U-S House member, Steve Scalise, is seeking a tenth term. The Republican from Jefferson Parish who also serves as the U-S House majority leader, is heavily involved in national politics. But Scalise says he’s played a crucial role in securing funding for roads and bridges and flood control projects…

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Scalise is facing one challenger in the Republican primary, and there are two Democrats who have signed up in the Democratic party. Only one of Scalise’s challengers has raised money, and that’s Lauren Jewett from Metairie. Jewett says improving public education is one of her main campaign platforms

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The field is set for the Louisiana Senate Republican primary. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents Seized a live alligator on Bourbon Street early Saturday morning. We’re told 25 year old Eurell Johnson of New Roads was walking down Bourbon street with a three to four foot gator when agents encountered him.  He’s facing several charges, including felon in possession of a firearm, possession of marijuana, and possession of a live alligator.

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Accidental overdose has been the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths in Louisiana since 2018. Secretary of Health, Bruce Greenstein (Green steen) says, in an effort to keep women alive and families intact, the Department of Health has launched a program to bridge the gaps between emergency care, prenatal services, and ongoing substance use treatment.

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The sixth-ranked LSU women’s basketball team once again has to bounce back from a loss to 3rd-ranked South Carolina, as the Gamecocks defeated the Lady Tigers for an 18th consecutive time on Saturday night, 79-72. LSU coach Kim Mulkey says her team’s nine missed free throws were the story of the game…

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LSU is at 14th-ranked Ole Miss on Thursday night.

President Trump has pardoned the late LSU football great Billy Cannon on his 1983 counterfeiting conviction. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The sixth-ranked LSU women’s basketball team will take on third-ranked South Carolina tonight at the P-Mac. The Tigers haven’t beaten the Gamecocks since 2012, but Reed Darcey of The Advocate says they will can if they’re able to do three things.

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Tip-off is at 7:30.

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The incumbent and the endorsee in Louisiana’s U.S. Senate race qualified for the ballot on the third and final day of qualifying. Julia Letlow touted her education credentials and her work in reforming the education system in this country.

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Incumbent Bill Cassidy also touted his record. Louisiana’s senior senator said he was instrumental in the passage of the infrastructure bill that provided billions of dollars towards roads, bridges, high speed internet expansion and water projects…

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Qualifying for Louisiana’s May election ended Friday with all eyes on the U.S. Senate race, where incumbent Bill Cassidy faces a challenge from Trump-endorsed 5th District Congresswoman Julia Letlow. Letlow touted her work in the U.S. House, particularly working with the Trump administration with border security.

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Cassidy also touted his record on border security, including the fight against the drugs that are coming into the U.S. from Mexico.

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The race marks one of the first elections under Louisiana’s new closed party system. That primary is set for May 16^th.

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President Trump has posthumously pardoned LSU legend Billy Cannon for his involvement in a counterfeiting scheme that resulted in him spending two-and-half years in prison. The 1959 Heisman Trophy winner took responsibility for producing fake 100-dollar bills to pay back debt from bad real estate investments. His daughter Bunnie Cannon says her father never ran away from his mistakes…

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The LSU lady Tigers basketball team takes on South Carolina tonight  at the P-MAC. The Tigers haven’t beaten the Gamecocks since 2012, but they enter top 6 showdown with the No. 1 scoring offense in the nation, averaging just over 96 points per game.  Reed Darcey of The Advocate says buckets could be difficult tonight though as the Gamecocks play suffocating defense.

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The incumbent and the endorsee have qualified in Louisiana’s U.S. Senate race. Andrew Greenstein reports

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Two suspects are wanted in connection with an aggravated vehicular assault that happened on Feb. 7 during the Jeanerette Mardi Gras Parade.  Police are searching for 28 year old Jazzmin Jade Larae Rose and 25 year old Hailey Mazzie Batiste, both of Broussard.

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President Trump has posthumously pardoned LSU legend Billy Cannon for his involvement in a counterfeiting scheme that resulted in him spending two-and-half years in prison. Billy Cannon’s daughter, Bunnie Cannon, says the family is ecstatic over the news…

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Cannon died in 2018. He’s one of five former NFL players pardoned by President Trump for crimes they committed.

Southwest Louisiana businessman Lee Mallett is the new chairman of the LSU Board of Supervisors, after 14 years on the Board. Louisiana Illuminator reporter Piper Hutchinson says Mallett’s not afraid to get involved in the day-to-day activities of the LSU System…

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President Trump has pardoned the late LSU football great Billy Cannon on his 1983 counterfeiting conviction. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The sixth-ranked LSU women’s basketball team will take on third-ranked South Carolina tonight at the P-Mac. The Tigers haven’t beaten the Gamecocks since 2012, but Reed Darcey of The Advocate says they will can if they’re able to do three things.

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Tip-off is at 7:30.

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The incumbent and the endorsee in Louisiana’s U.S. Senate race qualified for the ballot on the third and final day of qualifying. Julia Letlow touted her education credentials and her work in reforming the education system in this country.

Cut 13 (10) “…the states.”

Incumbent Bill Cassidy also touted his record. Louisiana’s senior senator said he was instrumental in the passage of the infrastructure bill that provided billions of dollars towards roads, bridges, high speed internet expansion and water projects…

Cut 14 (10) “…good jobs”

The security designation in New Orleans is at its highest level now through Tuesday.  New Orleans Deputy Mayor of Public Safety Michael Harrison says the French Quarter Enhanced Security Zone is in effect — so with specific exceptions, no vehicles will be allowed into the French Quarter.

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An arrest has been made in a shooting that left one person dead and four others injured late Thursday morning at a townhome complex in Hammond.  Authorities say 30 year old Marquanvius Jones, was booked on second-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder and assault with a deadly weapon charges.  Authorities confirmed five, including Jones were shot in the incident.  26 year old Javan Myers died of his injuries.

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A cold front will bring storms to the state this Mardi Gras weekend. But LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin reports the heavy rainfall and lightning should take place after the parades roll tomorrow.

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The LSU baseball tigers kick off their national title defense at home today as they play their first game of the 2026 season today against Milwaukee.  After six long months of preparing for the season, head coach Jay Johnson is looking forward to facing a different opponent on opening day.

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First pitch is this afternoon at two.

U.S. Senate candidate John Fleming claims that Julia Letlow’s entrance into the race is part of a grand plan by Governor Jeff Landry to one day appoint himself as a U.S. Senator. Fleming described this alleged scheme with reporters after he qualified for the Senate Republican primary.

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In an interview with the USA Today Network, Governor Landry called Fleming’s theory ridiculous and said Fleming should concentrate on the job he was elected to do, and that’s State Treasurer. Landry also told the USA Today Network he intends to finish the job he was elected to do.

A Bossier High School student has been suspended and a visiting soccer team player has been arrested following a postgame brawl Wednesday night following a playoff game.  The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that Micah Wilkerson, from Morgan City High, is charged with second-degree battery, after knocking the Bossier High player unconscious.

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The LSU women’s basketball team has lost 17 straight games to South Carolina, but the sixth-ranked Tigers are looking to change that tomorrow night. Andre Champagne has more.

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Today opening day for the 2026 LSU baseball team, with the Tigers beginning their national title defense against Milwaukee. Sophomore right-hander Casan Evans was named the opening day starter.  Coach Jay Johnson.
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First pitch is scheduled for 2 p.m.

State Treasurer John Fleming has accused Governor Jeff Landry of concocting a plan for himself to become a U.S. Senator without being elected. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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President Donald Trump on Thursday pardoned five former NFL players, including one former LSU Tiger, — for various crimes ranging from perjury to drug trafficking.  Ex-NFL players Joe Klecko, Nate Newton, Jamal Lewis, Travis Henry and the late Billy Cannon were all granted the clemency.

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Qualifying ends today for Louisiana’s upcoming closed primaries, including the hotly contested fifth congressional district race. Yesterday, Monroe State Representative Michael Echols became the seventh Republican to qualify for a spot on the ballot. The chair of the Louisiana Republican Legislative Delegation says he plans on taking the principles he fights for in the legislature to Capitol Hill.

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If you tried, but failed Dry January, or you simply need to get back on track after having a little too much fun during Carnival season, you can check out Ochsner Eat Fit’s Alcohol Free for 40 Challenge.  There are slots still available, and registration is open until midnight on Sunday. Ochsner Eat Fit Founder Molly Kimball says the challenge is strategically timed.

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Qualifying begins today for Louisiana’s new closed party primary elections.  And experts say the race to watch is the Republican Senate Senate Primary where incumbent Bill Cassidy  is seeking a third term faces a few challengers including Julia, who has the support of President Trump. LaPolitics Publisher Jeremy Alford says Cassidy is in for the political fight of his life.

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Many are wondering whether a well-known Democrat may throw their hat into the ring between now and Friday when qualifying ends. Alford says former Governor John Bel Edwards and State Senator Gary Carter have said they will not run. He says it’s likely the winner of the Republican Senate Primary will face a Democrat with little name recognition.

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A new statue and museum exhibit celebrates the life and career of the late Governor Kathleen Blanco. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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For the fourth semester in a row, McNeese has seen an increase in enrollment, up 5.3 percent to just more than 65-hundred students. A decade and a half ago, that number was consistently more than eight thousand. Interim President Kedrick Nicholas says there’s a strategic plan to get those number back up and keep them there.

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