An anti-smoking group says smoke-free policies has led to a drop in smoking-related cancer.

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Governor Landry and federal officials will be at Angola this afternoon to announce that ICE detainees will be housed at the State Penitentiary. In a statement, Governor Landry says criminal illegal aliens beware, Louisiana Lockup is where your time in America Ends. It’s been reported the undocumented immigrants will be housed at Camp J, which has been under renovation.

Two more Republicans are eyeing the U-S Senate race, Carencro Representative Julie Emerson and St. Tammany Councilwoman Kathy Seidan are looking at challenging Republican incumbent Bill Cassidy. Cassidy is already facing three announced challengers. ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says it’s a sign many see Cassidy as vulnerable because of his 2021 vote to impeach President Trump…

Cut 12 (08) “…getting in it”

After Louisiana solar panel installer PosiGen laid off 166 employees, one trade organization representing the solar, wind and energy storage industries is reaffirming its confidence in the growth of solar energy. Monika (noe-NEE-kah) Gerhart, the executive director of the Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association, says Louisiana is among the nation’s leaders in solar energy growth.

Cut 3 (08) “…and new hires.”

Union Parish vegetable farmer Conrad Cable says he will challenge Republican House Speaker and Fourth District Congressman Mike Johnson in next year’s federal elections. Johnson will be well-funded in his re-election bid, but Cable says he has a plan to raise money…

Cut 6 (17) “….we intend to do”

Republican U-S Senator Bill Cassidy is facing at least three Republican challengers in his bid for re-election. They are State Treasurer John Fleming, Acadiana state Senator Blake Miguez and Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta. ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says all of these candidates can make a run for U-S Senate and not lose their current seat…

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In April, there will be a party primary, as Republican and no party voters will have a chance to elect a GOP candidate for the November election

A big press conference is scheduled for 3 PM today at Angola as Governor Landry along with federal officials will announce detainee undocumented immigrants will be housed at the State Penitentiary. Louisiana has nine ICE processing and detention centers and Louisiana Illuminator Editor Greg LaRose says Louisiana has become a go-to location for the Trump administration since it placed a heightened emphasis on immigration enforcement.

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Governor Landry says the federal government has approved the state’s waiver that prohibits SNAP recipients from using food stamps to purchase soda, candy and energy drinks. Landry says this new policy is part of the state’s Make Louisiana Healthy agenda.

Cut 21 (09) “…Louisianians healthy.”

Landry says SNAP recipients are now able to purchase rotisserie chicken with food stamps, a healthy food item.

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies were seen walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got a call, saying that someone had been shot. The victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr.

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It’s unclear what led up to the shooting. So far, no arrests have been made.

As a result of its impressive win on the road at Clemson LSU moved up six spots in the AP Top 25 poll and is ranked third.  Louisiana Tech is up next for the third ranked Tigers. The Bulldogs won their season opener by shutting out Southeastern Louisiana. Coach Brain Kelly has great respect for Tech coach Sonny Cumbie…

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Kick off is at 6:30.

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Andrew Greenstein reports.

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And Governor Landry says it’s now official, SNAP recipients can no longer use their food stamps to purchase candy, soda or energy drinks. Landry says gone are the days of taxpayers subsidizing unhealthy lifestyles and eating habits…

Cut 11 (06) “…candy out.”

Another round of grants to help homeowners pay for a fortified roof is coming up, and you can register now for the lottery. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The Second Amendment Weekend Sales Tax holiday is this weekend. From Friday to Sunday, consumers will not have to pay state and local sales taxes when purchasing firearms, ammunition and a wide range hunting supplies, including archery items, hunting apparel and certain types of knives.

Southwest Louisiana continues rebuilding five years after Hurricane Laura made landfall. Calcasieu Parish President Judd Bares (BEAR-es) says months after the vicious storm, the parish developed a long-term hurricane recovery plan which helped produce a more resilient and upgraded infrastructure system….

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Twenty years ago, the largest field hospital in U.S. history was set up at LSU to provide care for storm weary patients who were ill or injured because of Hurricane Katrina. Doctor Matthew Giglia (JIL-lyah) was a sophomore at LSU planning to pursue a medical career and his time as a volunteer at the field hospital in the PMAC convinced him to become a doctor…

cut 13 (12)  “…into medicine.”

Doctor Giglia is now chief of surgery and a colon and rectal surgeon at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Baton Rouge.

It’s Labor Day and for the first time in many years there is a demand for labor in northeast Louisiana because of Meta’s 10-billion-dollar A-I data center they are building in Richland Parish. Economist Doctor Loren Scott says thousands of construction workers will be needed and the Monroe area has a chance to break employment records…

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It looks like LSU has a defense to go along with what should be a good offense. The ninth-ranked Tigers defeated fourth ranked Clemson on Saturday night 17 to 10. LSU made it a long night for Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik with constant pressure. The Tigers also shut down Clemson’s running game in the second half. Coach Brian Kelly…

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For a fifth year in a row, Louisiana will showcase itself in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California, on New Year’s Day. The theme of the 2026 parade is “The Magic in Teamwork,” and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says the state’s float, “Gulf to Gumbo,” highlights the teamwork needed to make a delicious pot of a Louisiana staple.

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American Idol runner-up John Foster, who is from West Baton Rouge Parish will be the musical performer on the float.

According to Tangipahoa Parish Government, one-point-nine million gallons of product has been retrieved as cleanup operations continue from the massive fire and explosion from the Smitty’s Supply facility in Roseland. EPA is conducting around the clock air monitoring and there is still no indication of any imminent threat to public health.