Researchers say they made a breakthrough with a migraine treatment designed specifically to treat the disabling headaches. Matt Doyle has more.

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 United Cajun Navy Founder Tod Terrell says the devastation in the Panhandle from Hurricane Michael is unprecedented.  Matt Doyle has more.

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Another Louisiana teacher has been arrested for having sex with a student. Michael Farrar reports this alleged incident happened in the classroom…

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Three first of their kind migraine treatments are now available after testing showed promising results for those who suffer from the crippling headaches. The CGRT-Antagonists are injected, and researchers say they take about a week to kick in. LSU Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology Amy Voight…

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Amovig (Amuh-vig), Ajovy,(A-joe-vee) and Emgality(em-gal-ity) are available to the public for two month trial periods, regardless of insurance status, after which Voight says you may need to discuss coverage with your insurance.

Headache specialists associated with the trial say they’re excited about the medication, because it lacks the side effect profiles of current migraine treatments. Voight says previously migraine suffers could ditch the pain, at the expense of packing on the pounds.

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The shots are estimated to be effective for about three months at a time.

Studies indicate as many as 20 percent of Americans may suffer from migraines, and Voight says they’re doing important work that could make a huge different in the lives of millions.

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The researchers say the only side effect detected was mild constipation.

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A study claims Louisiana is bleeding jobs and cash due to the state’s worst in the nation TORT policy, that fosters what advocates say is an environment of frequently frivolous lawsuits. Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch Executive Director Lana Venable says the study was conducted by a Texas group who compared our state’s policies to Ohio’s and their formula showed…

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The Perryman Group for Citizens against Lawsuit Abuse says TORT policies cost Louisiana 1.1 billion in direct costs, and 140.7 million in combine state and local tax revenue.

Venable says a lot of the problems center on state civil court laws. She says of particular note is the policy that all lawsuits under 50,000 dollars’ worth of claims must been seen in front of a judge.

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She says the next highest state is Maryland at 15,000, and 36 states do not have any threshold.

Venable noted beyond just macro-economic effects, TORT policy can have a month to month impact on the average Louisianan, and used the state’s sky high auto insurance premiums as an example.

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The United Cajun Navy is on location in Landhaven and Panama City Florida, sites of mass destruction in the wake of Hurricane Michael. It’s been a week since the storm passed, and official say it could be months before power and services are restored. United Cajun Navy Founder Todd Terrell says he’s never seen devastation this bad before.

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The storm came ashore as nearly a Category Five.

Communications have been sporadic in the disaster zone, and teams in the area have expressed difficulty coordinating relief efforts. Terrell says most cell service is spotty, at best.

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The United Cajun Navy Founder says unlike past storms, Michael flattened so much territory that there is very little local infrastructure left, and even fewer surrounding communities capable of lending a helping hand to survivors. Terrell says the people of the Panhandle are in serious need of assistance.

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Terrell says the Cajun Navy is taking donations to assist Floridians suffering from a lack of supplies.

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During a pep rally at Port Barre High School in St. Landry Parish a subsitute teacher allegedly had sex with a 16-year-old student in a classroom. Port Barre Police Chief Deon Boudreaux says they have evidence the two had sex, because the student video taped the incident

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25-year-old Constance Robertson of Washington has been charged with Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile and the school system has removed her from working as a subsitute teacher in St. Landry. Boudreaux says Washington told him that she thought the student was 18-years-old…

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Boudreaux says school administors learned the student showed the video of him having sex with the teacher to other students, which is how the police got involved…

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After advancing past the first round of the playoffs last season, the Pelicans begin the long journey tonight of trying to get back to the postseason and advance even further. New Orleans opens the new season against one of the favorites in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets. Are the Pels ready to make that next step, Coach Alvin Gentry says we’ll have to wait and see

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Gentry likes the idea of beginning the season against one of the Association’s best teams…

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The video of LSU defensive end Breiden Fehoko and his dad performing a haka dance prior to the Tigers win over Georgia on Saturday has gone viral and it’s hard not to get fired up after watching it. The Hawaii native talked about the ritual’s origins with the media this week…

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The haka was first performed in New Zealand and it has spread to Polynesian cultures.  Fehoko, His dad and Fehoko’s brother broke out in the haka dance after he came down from victory hill, prior to going into the locker room to get ready for the game. The video is worth seeing

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Fehoko says the chant during the haka comes from the Maori culture and back then they used it to prepare a warrior to go to war. He says his teammates now want to learn the haka dance, but it takes time

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Leaders in Louisiana dioceses announced today that they will release the names of clergy who were credibly accused of sexual abuse.

New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond said in a statement on Tuesday that they will publish the names.

The Diocese of Lafayette, the Diocese of Shreveport, and the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux all said they intend to publish lists of credibly accused clergy.

No firm date for the release of the names has been set.

25 thousand vehicles used to drive over the Mississippi river on the Sunshine Bridge every day in Ascension parish.

But damage from a crane that was on a barge that slammed into the structure has the bridge off line until a contractor can make extensive repairs.

Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan says the bridge’s closure will affect local businesses and challenges for emergency vehicles trying to respond to a call for help.

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More Louisiana emergency response officials are going to aid areas of Florida recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Michael.

Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says his team, and GOHSEP train year round to respond to disasters in Louisiana. Their unique level of experience has made Bayou State emergency response officials valuable members of nationwide responses to disaster.

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Alcohol sales on Sundays in Ouachita Parish are now perfectly legal for those 21 or older.

The Ouchita Police voted to allow it in un-incorporated areas of the parish.

Jury President Scotty Robinson says they heard from business owners who supporting it because they cannot compete with stores in Monroe, Sterlington and Richwood, where you can already buy alcohol on Sundays…

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The police jury vote passed the issue 4 to 2.

It will be weeks, not days before the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville will be re-opened to commuters. Don Molino has more.

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Leaders in Louisiana dioceses are announcing that they will release the names of clergy who were credibly accused of sexual abuse.

New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond said in a statement on Tuesday that they will publish the names after clergy files are examined very carefully.

The Diocese of Lafayette, the Diocese of Shreveport, and the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux all said they intend to publish lists of credibly accused clergy.

No firm date for the release of the names has been set.

Alcohol sales on Sundays can now be made in Ouachita parish. A 4 to 2 vote by the Ouachita Police Jury legalized Sunday alcohol sales at grocery stores and gas stations in un-incorporated area of the parish.

Religious leaders argued that alcohol should not be sold on Sunday, because it’s the Lord’s Day. Others raised concerns that it will lead to more alcohol abuse.

But Jury President Scotty Robinson says most people who buy alcohol, drink responsibly….

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A multi-million dollar prize is attracting interest and ticket sales for the Mega Millions jackpot worth 667 million in annuity payments.

But if a winning ticket holder wants it all at once… the cash payout is worth 372 million after taxes are taken out.

Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison wants to remind folks that the lotto does provide a good deal of funding to state education coffers, so if you don’t win the big prize, there’s still something to be happy about.

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The closure of the Sunshine Bridge in Donaldsonville is not only complicating personal commuters.

Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan says the loss of the bridge’s usage is also impacting local businesses and it will cause problems for emergency vehicles trying to respond to a call for help…

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Authorities predict it will be months before a contractor is able to complete repairs the Sunshine Bridge so that it can be reopened to traffic.

Tonight’s Mega Millions jackpot will be the most ever for the multi-state lottery game.

A winner could claim a straight cash option of 372 million or annuity payouts of 667-million dollars over years.

It’s built up to that near record breaking jackpot in roughly only three months.

Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says last time around someone on the west coast had the winning ticket.

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Despite objections from religious leaders, the Ouachita Policy Jury approves alcohol sales on Sundays in unincorporated areas of the parish. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Friday is the deadline for Louisiana homeowners with damage from the 2016 floods to complete a survey for homeowner aid through a financed grant program from the federal government.

The survey is the first step to be considered for assistance through the Restore Louisiana program. The survey can be found online at ‘Restore (dot) L-A (dot) G-O-V.

The survey deadline was extended by Governor John Bel Edwards after congressional adjustments to the federal disaster rules.

Another round of Louisiana emergency response officials have been dispatched to the Panhandle to aid Floridians who were impacted by the devastating Hurricane Michael. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says one of his team is on the ground there, and when disaster strikes, people tend to call the Bayou State for help.

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Six Louisiana Homeland Security and Preparedness team members have also entered the disaster zone.

Bad news for those who use the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville. Transportation officials say the highway that links both sides of Ascension Parish will be closed for weeks, because extensive repairs are needed after a crane barge hit the structure. Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan understands the frustration…

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A contractor has been identified for the bridge fix.

You can now purchase alcohol at grocery stores and gas stations in unincorporated areas of Ouachita parish on Sundays as result of a 4-2 vote by the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury. Jury President Scotty Robinson says he voted for the ordinance, after polling residents

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Religious leaders argued that alcohol should not be sold on Sunday, because it’s the Lord’s Day.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is the third largest jackpot in US lottery history and its the most ever for the multi-state lottery game. The payout is 667-million dollars.  Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says even if you dont win, don’t be too disappointed…

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The lotto contributed 3.5 billion in revenue to the state since its founding.

Another round of Louisiana emergency response officials have been dispatched to the Panhandle to aid Floridians who were impacted by the devastating Hurricane Michael. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says his team member is visiting via the Emergency Management Assistance Compact that helps states coordinate relief across borders.

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Six Louisiana Homeland Security and Preparedness team members have also entered the disaster zone.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is the third largest jackpot in US lottery history and it’s the most ever for the multi-state lottery game. The payout is 667-million dollars, or over 372 million if you take the straight cash option. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says says last time around someone on the west coast took the win.

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Annison says 35 cents of every ticket goes to fund K through 12 education in the state.

Despite objections from religious leaders, the Ouachita Policy Jury approves alcohol sales on Sundays in unincorporated areas of the parish. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Baton Rouge Congressman Garrett Graves has started a GoFundMe to help pay for the 100,000 dollar fine LSU got slapped with when fans rushed the field after toppling Georgia.

Republican Majority Whip Steve Scalise says the mid-term election is going to be a tight one, with record spending and surging voter enthusiasm likely to push the contest for Congress to a last second finish. Scalise says Trump’s political opponents have been able to channel their frustrations with the president into voter interest into the November mid-term.

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Recent polling indicates the Democrats will likely retake the House, but fail to take the Senate.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is at near historic levels after a price bump in October that doubled the cost of a ticket from one dollars to two. The payout is at 667 million dollars, or around 370 million if you take the straight cash option. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Dustin Annison says the demand has been remarkable.

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The lotto contributed 3.5 billion in revenue to the state since its founding in 1991.

It will be weeks, not days before the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville will be re-opened to commuters. Don Molino has more on what this means for the River Parishes

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A Port Barre High School substitute teacher is under arrest for allegedly having sex with one of the school’s tenth graders. 25-year-old Constance Robertson of Washington was booked on Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Authorties say the incident occurred in one of the building’s classrooms on a pep rally day, and the 16 year-old student allegedly has video of the encounter. The teacher says she thought the student was 18.

The Council for a Better Louisiana is endorsing all six amendments on the November ballot. Mike Farrar has more.

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 The Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans is receiving 85,000 dollars to fight veteran homelessness. Matt Doyle has more on the story.

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 Congressman Steve Scalise says he expects this year’s midterms to come down to the wire. Matt Doyle has more.

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The Council for a Better Louisiana is backing all six amendments on the November 6^th ballot. The 2^nd amendment on the ballot, requiring unanimous jury verdicts in criminal cases, has been receiving a lot of national attention, with over a million dollars raised to support a YES campaign. CABL President Barry Erwin explains why they’re backing the historic legal change.

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The amendment has received support from both the Republican and Democratic state parties.

The first amendment on the ballot is a bit of a redo of a previous law that used to be on the books that banned convicted felons from running for office. This version of the law would keep convicted felons out of office for five years after their sentence ends, a move Irwin does not view as being particularly controversial.

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The fourth amendment on the ballot covers the question of whether the state should use gas tax money to pay for the state police. A series of other legislation starting in 2015 started the process of making sure fuel tax money went to infrastructure, and Erwin says this will seal the deal on that for good.

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The other amendments cover property tax questions, and the sharing of government equipment between agencies.

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The Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans is receiving 84,886 dollars to provide a permanent home to an estimated 12 Veterans experiencing homelessness in East Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Chief of Social Work for the Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans Cecilia Graham says the funds benefit veterans in a variety of ways…

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The grant will be provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program.

Several years ago the city of New Orleans announced a goal to end veteran homelessness but Graham says the fluid homeless population means the VA is constantly out serving the community…

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Veterans participating in the program rent privately owned housing and generally contribute no more than 30 percent of their income toward rent.

Graham says in 2018 alone New Orleans was issued 801 housing vouchers…

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Louisiana gets hit with some more cold air today. State Climatologist Barry Keim says much of the state will need a jacket…

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Keim says high temperatures today will be in 50s for north and central Louisiana, while south Lousiaina will be in the low 70s. He says that’s quite a change compared to what we’ve been seeing…

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The cool air should remain in place until Friday. Keim says this front has also brought rain to the Bayou State, especially for north Louisiana…

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Republican Majority Whip Steve Scalise says the mid-term election is going to be a tight one, with record spending and surging voter enthusiasm likely to push the contest for Congress to a last second finish. Scalise, on the Newell Normand Show, says he’s been touring the country helping his GOP colleagues in tough elections keep their head above water amidst a rising tide of money.

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The Louisiana mid-term elections are not expected to bring any surprise results, with all incumbents comfortably ahead in the polls.

The potential for a “Blue Wave” that washes dozens of new Democrats into national office has led to growing possibility that Republicans may lose the House for the first time since they took control in 2011. The southeast Louisiana Congressman says the battle is coming down to around four dozen seats.

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Recent polling indicates the Democrats will likely retake the House, but fail to take the Senate.

Scalise touted the president’s record on the economy and foreign policy, but says Trump’s political opponents have been able to channel their frustrations with the president into voter interest into the November mid-term.

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LSU is moving on from its big victory over Georgia and they are now getting ready to host 22nd ranked Mississippi State. The Bulldogs rushed for 285 yards in a 37-7 win over the Tigers last season and this year State is averaging 241 yards on the ground. Coach Ed Orgeron’s team slowed down Georgia’s run game, but Mississippi State has a different run attack

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LSU’s offense is not ranked high compared to the other SEC teams, but it has been a balanced attack through seven games, 1,415 yards on the ground, compared to 1,415 yards through the air. Orgeron has been impressed with his offensive coaches daily preparation…

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The Saints get back to work this week as they should feel rested after a bye week. New Orleans 7-2 after the bye since 2009. Coach Sean Payton says about 10 years ago he spoke with Chiefs Coach Andy Reid about handling the week off…

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The Saints are in Baltimore this Sunday to visit the 4-2 Ravens. New Orleans has yet to beat the Ravens since Payton and Drew Brees arrived in the Big Easy. Payton says Baltimore has been a well coached team under John Harbaugh…

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The first ad of the Secretary of State’s race is out, and based ib the content,s you probably wouldn’t think it was mainly a bureaucratic job that manages elections. Matt Doyle has more.

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There are problems with child care standards in Louisiana according to a Legislative Audit. Auditor Krista Baker-Hernandez says when improprieties were discovered, the Department of Education did not always pursue proper disciplinary measures.

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LDE says they agree with the Auditor’s findings and are taking steps to implement new policies.

LSU will have to open up its wallet, because the SEC has fined the school 100-thousand dollars because fans rushed the field following the Tigers upset victory over Georgia.

Wide receiver Justin Jefferson says the fans enthusiasm was a big part in their win over Georgia.

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However, LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva respects the South-Eastern Conference’s safety concerns when fans take to the field.

The fine money will go the SEC’s post-graduate scholarship fund.

Approximately 25 thousand vehicles a day had used the Sunshine Bridge on Louisiana Highway 70 that straddled the borders of St. James and Ascension parishes.

But structural damage caused by a crane traveling on a barge that struck the bridge, has area motorists rethinking how to cross the Mississippi river.

Authorities closed the bridge on Friday shortly after the crane collided with the bridge. DOTD thinks it will be months before it will reopen to traffic since no temporary fix would meet safety considerations.

The Legislative Auditor says there’s some problems with child care standards in Louisiana. Auditor Krista Baker-Hernandez says the state lacks many of the nationally recognized regulations on child care, such as our core licensing standards…

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The report revealed Louisiana is one of only eight states to allow unlicensed caregivers to watch over six children at a time.

The Louisiana Department of Education says they agree with the Auditor’s findings, and are taking steps to implement new policy.

The state Transportation department says it will take months, not days to re-open the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville after it was hit hard by a large crane was on a barge.

DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says motorists are encouraged to use the Veterans Memorial Bridge as an alternate river crossing. He says they also have two ferries in Plaquemine running longer hours…

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Fans rushing the field Saturday after LSU’s football win against the Georgia Bulldogs triggered a 100 thousand dollar fine that must be paid to the SEC.

If LSU beats Alabama in three weeks and the fans rush the field again, the fine will increase to 250-thousand dollars. Louisiana native and head Coach Ed Orgeron says celebrating the victory with the fans on the field was a special moment…

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The 100 thousand dollar fine will go the SEC’s post-graduate scholarship fund.

The race of the Louisiana Secretary of State office is heating up. Republican opponents have been hammering the interim Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin for alleged improprieties.

One challenger even went as far as saying removing him would remove the scandal from the office.

ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says they probably won’t be too happy about the ad’s message.

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Ardoin served as Assistant Secretary since for eight years, but became the interim Secretary in May after his former boss resigned in the wake of a sexual harassment scandal.