A Baton Rouge lawmaker unloaded on his colleagues in the Louisiana House after his proposal to add a second majority-Black district to the state’s Supreme Court map was tabled without debate. Republican Barry Ivey says he’s learned if legislation doesn’t have the backing of deep pocketed special interest groups it will not pass…:
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Alexandria Republican Lance Harris says life does not give you what you want, it gives you what you deserve.

The yo-yo weather pattern continues in Louisiana as another cold front approaches bringing rain and possible severe weather today before we wake up to frigid temps tomorrow and this weekend. State Climatologist Barry Keim on the rollercoaster weather year it’s been so far…:
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He says it’s a good idea to monitor local radio today should severe weather impact your area.

Louisiana continues to attract companies that specialize in developing and producing sustainable materials. David Grubb has the story:
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We’re in the thick of Carnival season and State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter encourages revelers to mask indoors at events and outside when in crowds…:
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He doesn’t predict this Mardi Gras being any type of Super Spreader Covid event.

We’re almost at the height of carnival season and health officials offer some advice to protect revelers from COVID. Brooke Thorington explains.
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The State House kills a bill to give Louisiana a second majority Black Supreme Court district and the measure’s sponsor is not happy about it. Baton Rouge Republican Representative Barry Ivey said the legislature is the laziest group of people he’s ever worked with in a speech after the vote in favor of tabling the bill.

On his monthly radio show, Governor John Bel Edwards once again denied he was involved in an alleged cover up of the death of Ronald Greene in 2019. The AP has suggested Mr. Edwards knew the circumstances surrounding Greene’s death, but wanted it kept quiet during the re-election campaign. The Governor says that’s a lie…:
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He says he looks forward to the results of the feds investigation.

Big news out of Ascension Parish as a major California-based manufacturer has committed to investing a $750 million biomass facility there. John Bissell, Co-CEO of Origin Materials says the state’s workforce was a major factor in choosing Louisiana:
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The project is expected to result in over 1,000 new jobs.

Governor John Bel Edwards reiterates there was no cover-up of the death of Ronald Greene to aid his re-election campaign. Brooke Thorington has more…:
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The Coast Guard is searching for a woman who reportedly went overboard a Carnival cruise ship in the Gulf of Mexico, about 150 miles offshore SouthWest Pass, Louisiana. The USCG has not said how the 32-year-old woman ended up in the water, but reports from passengers on social media say there was a disturbance that caused security to detain her with handcuffs when she jumped off the deck hitting the side of the ship before hitting the water. The ship was set to dock in New Orleans this morning.

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to head to Louisiana over the next couple weeks in the state’s first massive Mardi Gras celebration in almost 2 years. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter is optimistic this Carnival won’t be a super spreader event like it was in 2020…:
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Kanter recommends using an N95 mask when in large crowds.

A cold front is moving into Louisiana and behind some storms and possibly severe weather today, temps tomorrow morning will cause a light freeze along the I-20 corridor…:
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That’s State Climatologist Barry Keim.

Another cold front will enter the Bayou State just in time to bring us another chilly weekend. State Climatologist Barry Keim says highs today will reach into the 70s and there’s a chance of widespread showers…:
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It’s a good idea to plan to have a way to receive warnings in the event storms turn severe this afternoon in your area like on this radio station.

Governor John Bel Edwards said on his monthly radio show Wednesday there was no cover up by his re-election campaign of the arrest and death of Ronald Greene in 2019. Mr. Edwards reiterated State Police told him a man died during an arrest, but the media has been relentless with accusations…:
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He says he looks forward to the results of the feds investigation.

California-based Origin Materials announces it’s investing more than $750 million to develop a manufacturing facility in Ascension Parish. John Bissell, Co-CEO of Origin says they are the only company to use renewable wood fibers and carbon-negative materials. He says Louisiana is poised to be a destination for green companies and they are proud to be among the first to take advantage of what our state has to offer…:
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The project is expected to result in over 1,000 new jobs.

Two men alleged to be involved in the incident that resulted in Saints running back Alvin Kamara being arrested in Las Vegas have been booked, and police are looking for a third man thought to be Kansas City Chiefs player Chris Lammons. The felony battery charges against Kamara could mean one to five years in prison if convicted.

U. S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh is in New Orleans today meeting with state and local officials to discuss workforce development and the trillion-dollar infrastructure bill. New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter wants to highlight the need to fund organizations that assist the formally incarcerated with employment:
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Roundtable discussions at Delgado Community College will also include nonprofit leaders that focus on post-disaster workforce issues.

Two years into the pandemic, behavioral health experts warn of long term mental health impacts that COVID has made on society. Patrick Bordnick, Dean of Tulane University’s School of Social Work says they know from previous traumas there’s a high rate of substance abuse relapse under stressful events…:
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If you’ve always wanted to wear an LSU jersey with your favorite player’s name on it, David Grubb reports some historic news for fans and players…:
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announces a feeding and carcass export ban on deer in Tensas, Franklin and Madison Parishes in response to a buck harvested in the area being diagnosed with chronic wasting disease. To see the complete declaration of emergency, go to wlf.louisiana.gov.

New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter will accompany U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh today as he meets with local leaders to discuss workforce development.
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Saints running back Alvin Kamara was arrested for battery just hours after playing in the NFL’s Pro Bowl on Sunday. Las Vegas Police said they met with someone at a hospital Saturday evening who told cops he was beaten up by Kamara at a nightclub earlier that day. Kamara is scheduled to appear in court Monday after posting $5,000 bond.

The state office of motor vehicles is kicking off a “If You Suspect, Speak” campaign with billboards aimed in the fight against human trafficking. OMV spokesman Matt Boudreaux says, if you think you’ve encountered a human trafficker and one or more victims call 888-373-7888, but do NOT intervene…:
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The billboards will be placed along the state’s busiest highways reminding travelers to report anything suspicious that could be a sign something is not right.

LSU inked a historic deal Friday which will allow Tiger fans to wear jerseys with player names in 2022 — and the players will earn money for each one sold. Cody Worsham with LSU Athletics says this is a win-win…:
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The customizable Nike jerseys will feature the name and number of every player.

The state Office of Motor Vehicles will help fight human trafficking on Louisiana roadways with a new campaign. More from Kevin Gallagher…:
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The first Louisiana case of the deadly deer sickness, chronic wasting disease, has been identified in Tensas Parish. As a result, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has imposed a feeding and carcass export ban on dear in Tensas, Franklin, and Madison Parishes. The feeding ban reduces the risk of the potential spread of CWD when deer gather around feeding sites.

Almost two years into the pandemic, behavioral health experts warn of the long-term mental health impacts that COVID has made on society. Patrick Bordnick, Dean of Tulane University’s School of Social Work says the mental consequences of the pandemic won’t go away overnight…:
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He says mental health challenges have risen 33 percent since the pandemic.

LSU is the first college football program to partner with Fanatics that will allow fans to by customizable jerseys of players, with the athletes getting paid per item. Athletic department spokesperson Cody Worsham says this makes LSU more competitive in the new world of NIL…:
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He says The Tigers voted to fully opt-in to the program in less than a day’s time.

The Las Vegas Police Department announces Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been arrested in connection to an incident at a club the night before he played in the Pro Bowl. They say the investigation began Saturday after an individual reported they had been battered by the suspect – later identified as Kamara. He was arrested Sunday evening and booked into the Clark County Detention Center.

U. S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh is in New Orleans today meeting with state and local officials to discuss workforce development and the trillion-dollar infrastructure bill. New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter says discussions with the secretary will include the need to hire locally…:
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Roundtable discussions at Delgado Community College will also include nonprofit leaders that focus on post-disaster workforce issues.

The state Office of Motor Vehicles is getting involved in the fight against human trafficking. Called “If You Suspect, Speak!” the campaign will place billboards along the state’s busiest highways reminding travelers to report anything suspicious that could be a sign something is not right. OMV spokesman Matt Boudreaux…:
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The billboards will reinforce the message asking travelers to text help to 233733.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announces a feeding and carcass export ban on deer in Tensas, Franklin and Madison Parishes in response to a buck harvested in the area being diagnosed with chronic wasting disease.