Senator John Kennedy says the vaunted Blue Wave ended up being more of a Blue Dribble as the Democrats took control of the House, and flipped seven governorships, but lost seats in the Senate. Kennedy says the performance is proof that Trump isn’t a fluke.

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Kennedy is set to announce his intentions for the 2019 governor’s race by December 1^st.

The special election for the Secretary of State’s seat is headed for a run-off between the interim holder of the position, Republican Kyle Ardoin and a relatively unknown Democratic candidate Gwen Collins-Greenup. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says when it comes to the December 8^th run off, Collins Greenup likely faces an uphill battle, as black voter turnout historically has not exceeded the turnout of white voters.

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Collins-Greenup, a black minister and entrepreneur from East Feliciana Parish

This midterm election was not a big election cycle for Louisiana, but next year will be a different story. There will be a governor’s race, statewide elected officials are up for re-election and seats for the state legislature will be on the ballot next October. LA-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says the field for the governor’s race will soon begin to take shape

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Edwards is now the only Democratic governor elected in the south.

The Department of Motor Vehicles is facing statewide outages of services at the moment. Tech crews are working to address the issue.

Constitutional Amendment 2 has passed, so beginning with arrests in 2019 an unanimous jury decision will be needed for a conviction in felony cases, instead of the current standard of 10 of 12 jurors.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says there will still be trials that will take place under the old system after Amendment 2 becomes law.

Cut 6 (10) “…the old system.”

Over two million dollars was raised for a campaign in support of the amendment.

The special election for the Secretary of State’s seat is going to a run off between the interim holder of the position, Republican Kyle Ardoin and a relatively unknown Democratic candidate Gwen Collins Greenup.  Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the success of the latter candidate caught some off guard.

Cut 3 (10) “…make the run off.”

Fantasy sports fans are asking what’s next now that several parishes have legalized online fantasy sports betting, and the only answer we do have is: you’ll have to wait until the next legislative sessions to find out. Public Affairs Research Council President Robert Scott says if you live in a parish that shot down the idea, then you’ll likely be frozen out of online services, but the answer isn’t quite that simple.

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And in other election news, all six Louisiana incumbent Congressmen won reelection last night by healthy margins. The only race that was somewhat close was in the 3^rd district, where Clay Higgins grabbed 55 percent of the vote, avoiding a run-off that would have been scheduled for December.

The Saints have a new face in the receiving core: former Cowboy Pro Bowler Dez Bryant. The outspoken wide out has been without a team since his release this summer, but dropped by New Orleans yesterday for a try out that apparently went pretty well. He’ll join Mike Thomas and rookie Trequan Smith in a receiving core that’s lacked depth this year.

Constitutional Amendment 2 has passed and Louisiana will soon require an unanimous jury decision for a felony conviction .  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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 Two Louisiana Congressman could be looking at new career options now that the House has flipped to the Democrats. Matt Doyle has more.

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Your parish may have voted to legalize fantasy sports, but it’s likely you will wait until at least the 2019 NFL season before you have a chance to play in an online game. Matt Doyle has more..

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Constitutional Amendment 2 has passed, so beginning with arrests in 2019 an unanimous jury decision will be needed for a conviction in felony cases, instead of the current standard of 10 of 12 jurors.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says Louisiana will join nearly every other state in how felony convictions are handled.

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Ciolino says Amendment 2 would not affect juries for offenses that were committed before the New Year.

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Ciolino there will still be trials that will take place under the old system after Amendment 2 becomes law.

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The Democrats have retaken the House, leaving Congress split after Republicans maintained their majority in the Senate. That could mean new opportunities for Louisiana officials like Democrat Congressman Cedric Richmond, who political analyst Clancy DuBos says could be in line for a promotion.

Cut 7 (10) “…who knows.”

And someone faced with a very different set of questions, Republican House Whip Steve Scalise, could decide to chase a new race. Scalise was reportedly eying a run at Speaker, but with the GOP on the outs there, DuBos says Scalise could be on his way home for the 2019 governor’s race, if he can break a promise to not leave Washington.

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And with that newfound power in DC, DuBos says he expects Democrats be open the flood gates on a series of investigations targeting the President and his supporters, who until now have been shielded from that Congress.

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Representative Garret Graves successfully clenched his re-election for the 6^th Congressional District seat.  Now that he’s off the campaign trail and headed back to work in DC, the South Louisiana congressman says he’s got already got a plan as to what he is working on next.

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Graves says he’s looking forward to working with those across the aisle to best represent the American people.

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Representative Mike Johnson also successfully secured his re-election for the 4^th Congressional District. Johnson says he is also in a race to be the chairman of the Republican Study Committee, the largest caucus of Republicans in the Congress, and that decision will be made later this month.

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Johnson says the Dems taking of the House is a bit concerning, but is hoping for the ability to work together to continue to move the ball forward for the American people.

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Fantasy sports fans are asking what’s next now that several parishes have legalized online fantasy sports betting, and the only answer we do have is: you’ll have to wait until next year to find out. Public Affairs Research Council President Robert Scott says now its up to the legislature to fill in the details for parishes that voted yes.

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Online fantasy sports allow gamers to pay to compete with each other to see who can pick the athletes in a certain sport who will have the best performance that week.

The biggest question is how, or if the state will squeeze the newly legal activity for cash. Scott says the legislature has not tipped its hand on just how it would look at the revenue side of the issue.

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But for those living in parishes that voted no, there’s another question all together: how do you prevent them from accessing the online game? The two major companies, FanDuel and DraftKings, say they can lock certain players out depending on their location, but Scott says it’s likely not that easy as people travel from parish to parish.

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Those questions will likely be answered in the 2019 regular session.

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LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow says nothing went right versus Alabama, but they can’t let that one game ruin their season. Burrow says the goal is to finish the season strong…

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LSU can start a new winning streak this Saturday at Arkansas. Temperatures for Saturday night’s game are expected to be in the low 40s. That doesn’t bother Burrow who is from Ohio and he doesn’t have any advice for his teammates who are from the South….

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After getting blown out by 42 on the road to Mississippi State, Louisiana Tech is back at home to take on Conference USA foe Rice at 6:00 at Joe Aillet Stadium. Skip Holtz says last Saturday was a bad performance by his team and they look to make amends this weekend…

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Holtz on what they’ll do to make sure they get a win on Saturday against a Rice team that has just one win…

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Employers looking to hire seasonal help may have to be more competitive in recruiting employees.  This is a result of unemployment numbers being at a thirty year low.  UNO Professor of Finance Mark Rosa says with the economy doing well, the growth in the Christmas season may be a bit more ambitious than it’s normal annual gains.

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Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, some in the area did lose their home. Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says at this time, it appears that no polling places were impacted by the storm.
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Polling locations around the state close at 8PM.If you need help finding your polling location, visit the Secretary of State’s website, or Vote.org, or download the GeauxVote App for assistance.
Shreveport Mayor Ollie Tyler is facing a tough contest today to keep the seat she won back in 2014. Several candidates have lined up to challenge her, with analysts predicting a likely run-off. LSU Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeffery Sadow says Tyler had a falling out with one of the city’s major African American political factions, leading to a surprising inter-party challenge.

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LSU linebacker Devin White says the two weeks leading up to the Alabama game were very emotional for him. White spoke to reporters for the first time since the controversial targeting penalty that forced him to miss the first half of last Saturday’s game. White called the targeting penalty against him a bogus call. He says it will not change the way he plays

Cut 10 (07)   “…tackle people“

Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says authorities are asking for patience while utilities are being restored.

Cut 4 (08) “…on the problem.″

Moran says at this time, it appears that no polling places were impacted by the storm.

Employers looking to hire seasonal help may have to be more competitive in recruiting employees.  This is a result of unemployment numbers being at a thirty year low.  UNO Professor of Finance Mark Rosa says a stronger economy has led to a situation where people who want a side hustle already have one, so employers might need to fork over more cash to get seasonal workers.

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LSU’s Devin White calls the targeting penalty against him a bogus call…

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Shreveport Mayor Ollie Tyler is facing a tough contest today to keep the seat she won back in 2014. She’s facing two Democrats from rival factions, and two Republicans who LSU Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeffery Sadow says that could lead to a situation where one of the two major Republicans sneak into a run-off.

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Polls close at 8pm statewide.

LSU linebacker Devin White says the two weeks leading up to the Alabama game were very emotional for him. White spoke to reporters for the first time since the controversial targeting penalty that forced him to miss the first half of last Saturday’s game. White believes he could have made a difference.

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Employers looking to hire seasonal help may have to be more competitive in recruiting employees.  This is a result of unemployment numbers being at a thirty year low.  UNO Professor of Finance Mark Rosa…

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Shreveport Mayor Ollie Tyler is facing a tough contest today to keep the seat she won back in 2014. Several candidates have lined up to challenge her, with analysts predicting a likely run-off. LSU Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeffery Sadow says Tyler had a falling out with one of the city’s major African American political factions, leading to a surprising inter-party challenge.  That Democratic challenge comes courtesy of 33-year-old Army vet Adrian Perkins and 32-year-old Caddo Parish Commissioner Steven Jackson. Sadow says Perkins has mounted the most substantial challenge and poses a real threat.
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Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says the area did see some lose their homes.

Cut 3 (07) “…2 or 3 residences.”

LSU’s Devin White calls the targeting penalty against him a bogus call. Jeff Palermo has more from the Tigers star linebacker…

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Today is Election Day.  Among the issues on the ballot, the special election for the Secretary of State’s seat, six constitutional amendments, whether or not fantasy sports betting should be legalized in each parish, and congressional races, and a slew of local issues. Polls close at 8PM tonight across the state.

Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says at this time, it appears that no polling places were impacted by the storm.

Cut 5 (04)  “…to election day.” 
Employers looking to hire seasonal help may have to be more competitive in recruiting employees.  This is a result of unemployment numbers being at a thirty year low.  UNO Professor of Finance Mark Rosa says the robust economy and employer tax breaks have been a contributing factor to having the lower unemployment numbers.  When it comes to those with a side hustle…

Cut 7 (05) “…shortage of workers.”

Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says authorities are asking for patience while utilities are being restored.

Cut 4 (08) “…on the problem.″

Employers looking to hire seasonal help may have to be more competitive in recruiting employees.  This is a result of unemployment numbers being at a thirty year low.  UNO Professor of Finance Mark Rosa…

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Rosa says the economy and employer tax breaks have been a contributing factor to having the lower unemployment numbers.

Voters cast their ballots today and among the decisions, whether or not fantasy sports betting should be legal in their parish.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Polls close at 8PM tonight across the state. If you need help finding your polling location, visit the Secretary of State’s website, or Vote.org, or download the GeauxVote App for assistance. As long as you are in line before 8pm, you cannot be turned away, and if you run into issues with eligibility, ask for a provisional ballot. Good luck, and go Vote.

UL Lafayette Poli Sci Professor Pearson Cross says Louisiana voters will have one, major chance to reshape their state with a hugely consequential amendment choice, the number two amendment option. That’s the one that would require unanimous jury verdicts in felony cases. Cross says indications of higher turnout bode well for the historic change.

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Voters will also decide on a Secretary of State’s special election race that is projected to go into a December runoff.

Severe weather throughout central and north Louisiana resulted in a tornado impacting Natchitoches Parish yesterday afternoon.  While there are no reported injuries at this time, Nachitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Capt. Tony Moran says the area did see some lose their homes.

Cut 3 (07) “…2 or 3 residences.”

National pollsters are predicting a tight race for Congress today, giving Democrats a slight edge to retake the lower chamber, but next to no chance to gain control of the Senate. Democrats are cautious, but confident of their chances in the House, and Congressman Cedric Richmond says that’s due to a strong pro-working class message.

Cut 11 (11)   “…family unit.”

Democrats say the 1.6 trillion dollar tax bill that slashed upper income and corporate tax rates is helping their case today, But Republicans are all in on their tax cut, saying it’s helped revitalize the economy and hope voters will reward the party with another two years of federal dominance. Congressman Ralph Abraham predicts the economy’s recent growth will lead to a narrow majority for the House GOP.

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Polls close at 8pm.

It’s election day, and analysts say keep an eye on a tighter than expected 3rd district congressional race, and a historic amendment option. Matt Doyle has more.

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Voters cast their ballots today and among the decisions, whether or not fantasy sports betting, like the type you find on websites like Draft Kings and Fan Duel, should be legal in their parish.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Both parties are making their final pitches to voters in what’s expected to be a close national House race that runs deep into the night. Matt Doyle has more.

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In other states, Congressional races are set to come down to the wire, but here in Louisiana we aren’t expected to see tight races in most of the congressional districts. UL Lafayette Poli Sci Professor Pearson Cross says the only district in the state showing signs of life is southwest Louisiana’s 3^rd, where incumbent Clay Higgins faces stiff competition.

When voters head to the polls today, they will see the question asking if fantasy sports betting should be legalized in their parish.  Not everyone is on board with the idea of legalization.  President of the Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills says fantasy sports betting could result in a domino effect that sees the integrity of sports put at stake.

Cut 7 (10) “…just ask Pete Rose.”

Mills says because of the limited ability to verify who is placing the bet and in which parish a bet is being placed, it could lead to the ability to place a wager in the wrong hands.

Cut 8 (07) “…to some families.” 

Senator Danny Martiny is in favor of the legalization and says anyone who thinks they are suppressing gaming by voting against it is fooling themselves.

Cut 9 (04) “…benefit by it.”

Martiny says the attitude toward fantasy sports betting has changed

Cut 10 (07)   “…the attitude is now.“

The polls close at 8PM.

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National pollsters are predicting a tight race for Congress today, giving Democrats a slight edge to retake the lower chamber, but next to no chance to gain control of the Senate. Democrats are cautious, but confident of their chances in the House, and Congressman Cedric Richmond says that’s due to a strong pro-working class message.

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Richmond says Democrats chances are helped by the unpopularity of the Republican tax bill that slashed upper income and corporate tax rates while providing much less substantial savings to middle and working class families.

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But Republicans are all in on their tax cut tax, saying it’s helped revitalize the economy and hope voters will reward the party with another two years of federal dominance. Congressman Ralph Abraham predicts the economy’s recent growth will lead to a narrow majority for the House GOP.

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He says his constituents are backing the President’s agenda not just on economic issues, but on immigration as well. The Alexandria Republican says the Republican Congress and Executive branch have kept their word, and are about to fulfill a major campaign promise.

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It’s likely final national results will not be known until late tonight, or even tomorrow morning.

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Following Saturday’s loss to Alabama, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron said they didn’t have the personnel to beat the top ranked Crimson Tide. On Tell the Truth Media, Orgeron said he could have coached better….

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The Tigers are 7-2 and ranked ninth in the country heading into Saturday’s game against Arkansas. Orgeron says for his guys to get past the Alabama game, they’ll need to be mentally tough…

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The Razorbacks are having a tough season as they are just 2-7 under first year coach Chad Morris. But Orgeron says Arkansas is playing better, especially on the offensive side of the ball…

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