Louisiana’s Secretary of State Tom Schedler is assuring voters the November eighth election will go off without a hitch. There’s been rumors the Russians will hack into the system and alter votes. But Schedler says that’s impossible since voting machines are not connected to the internet…
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Schedler also talks down accusations that the election is rigged.

Governor John Bel Edwards says he’s willing to make changes to the state’s film tax credit program, but he’s not interested in raising the 180-million dollar cap. But Edwards says he’ll work with legislators next year to make sure the program is sustainable for years to come…
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The state’s film industry has seen a downturn since cap was put in place in 2015.

It’s an exciting day for Louisiana travelers looking to go overseas, as British Airways announces there will be non-stop flights from New Orleans to London. Senior Vice President Simon Brooks says the flights will leave out four times a week beginning March 27, 2017. He says they are delighted to connect these two iconic cities….
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Brooks says the 8 hour-plus flight will include free food and drink, pillows and blankets, as well as free entertainment

Halloween is just around the corner and the nationwide controversial clown craze has not slowed sales of the masks down at all…:
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That’s Spirit Halloween District Manager of Louisiana Leah Miller.

Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni told the parish council today that he has no plans to resign even though he’s involved in a sexting scandal with a 17-year-old boy. Yenni says he’s been leaning on his deep Catholic faith to him climb from a valley of despair
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Jefferson Parish residents responded to Yenni following his refusal to resign. Gregory Carroll with Citizens for a Better Kenner says he’s concerned that city equipment was used to have those conversations with a 17-year-old, and that he offered that boy a job:
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A recall petition has been started to remove him from office.

The ACLU of Louisiana is working together with parents after multiple students said they were strip searched at Caldwell Parish High School to find a student’s missing 42 dollars. Executive Director of the ACLU of Louisiana Marjorie Esman…:
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It’s been reported a teacher and principal have been placed on administrative leave in connection with the searches.

State Police Colonel Mike Edmonson spoke to a legislative committee today about improving relations between the police and the community. He says they are extending training periods for officers to ensure they are better prepared for the field, as well as working to recruit better people for the job….
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Jefferson Parish Parish President Mike Yenni addressed the council for the first time today since his sexting scandal broke out. Jeff Palermo has more…
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Governor John Bel Edwards said on his monthly call-in radio show this afternoon that he will not rescind his order that requires most state contracts to include language that would protect LGBT citizens from workplace discrimination. Edwards lost a court case this week against Attorney General Jeff Landry on this issue.

Law enforcement, elected officials, and the public gathered at the House Judiciary Committee meeting today to discuss ways to improve community relations with police. Deputy Chief of Staff for the Governor’s Office, Julie Baxter Payer says they want to encourage investments in officer wellness and safety initiatives…:
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The school superintendent in Caldwell Parish has apologized to the students who were allegedly stripped search when school officials were searching for a missing 42-dollars. Louisiana ACLU executive director Marjorie Esman says moving forward, the school needs to alter how they deal with matters like this….
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The principal of Caldwell High and a teacher have reportedly been placed on administrative leave as a result of an investigation into the incident.

State Police Colonel Mike Edmonson spoke to a legislative committee today about improving relations between the police and the community. He says they are extending training periods for officers to ensure they are better prepared for the field, as well as working to recruit better people for the job….
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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser has been meeting with those in the seafood industry to find out how he can make it better for fishermen and processors. Nungesser says he wants to use Louisiana residents to promote seafood and they plan to roll out a social media campaign soon involving the public that will help both seafood and tourism…
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Caldwell Parish School Superintendent John Gulatt has apologized to the families who were involved in an appropriate search for a missing 42-dollars. The students claim they were asked to strip to their underwear. ACLU Executive Director Marjorie Esman they are still discussing how to move forward and only time will tell if they decide to take legal action, but…
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The principal and a teacher have reportedly been placed on administrative leave.

Visitation is scheduled for Friday at Elwood Baptist Church in Forest Hill for former Congressman and Public Service Commission Member Clyde Holloway, who passed away on Monday at the age of 72. His funeral service will take place Saturday. Governor John Bel Edwards says he’ll appoint a person to fill out the remainder of Holloway’s term on the PSC.

A Louisiana man is suing the state over a law that prevents him from getting married because he doesn’t have a birth certificate. Michelle Southern has more…

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There’s been accusations of illegal strip searches at Caldwell Parish High School and the school superintendent admits the search for a missing 42-dollars went too far. Upset parents say their kids were in their underwear while school officials looked for the money. Superintendent John Gullatt says it’s been determined the search exceeded the limits of what’s allowed.

Attorney General Jeff Landry reacts to a state judge ruling in his favor in a lawsuit filed by Governor John Bel Edwards. Emelie Gunn…
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Shreveport police have identified four suspects, including a seven-year-old girl, who were involved in a break-in at a Judson Elementary School on Monday morning. Detectives say two dozen Ipads were among the items stolen. Authorities have arrested 18-year-old D’Angelo Walker and he’s facing several charges.

A Louisiana man is suing over a state law that requires couples seeking marriage licenses to present a birth certificate, which can pose a problem for those born outside the US. 31-year-old Victor Vo of Lafayette is a US citizen but doesn’t have a birth certificate because he was born in a refugee camp. Marley Ann Brumme is representing Vo…:
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The author of the law, Denham Springs Representative Valarie Hodges, says she’s more than willing to tweak the language.

It appears the parents of students at Caldwell High were telling the truth when they claimed their children were stripped searched. Caldwell Parish Superintendent John Gullatt has issued an apology and says after reviewing the facts, they believe the search exceeded the limits of what was allowed by school board policy.

There are 24 candidates in the November 8th US Senate race, but few voters are engaged. We spoke with this woman who is familiar with at least one of the contenders because of his controversial past…:
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5 of the 24 candidates participate in a debate on LBP tonight.

Campaign finance totals show Republican Scott Angelle has raised more money than all of the candidates combined in the third district Congressional race. UL Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says Angelle is in a good position to make a runoff. He says there is a dark horse for the second runoff spot…
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Cross says Democrat Larry Rader, former law enforcement official Clay Higgins and Gus Rantz also have a shot at a runoff spot.