State Senator Troy Carter, the second person to announce their run for Louisiana’s 2nd Congressional District, receives an endorsement from Congressman Cedric Richmond. Political Analyst Clancy Dubos says Richmond’s backing to fill his seat is significant.

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Last week Georgia’s Stacey Abrams endorsed Senator Karen Carter Peterson’s campaign.

Quarterback Drew Brees 20-year Pro Football Hall of Fame career most likely ended last night with Tampa Bay’s 30-20 win over the Saints. Brees has been contemplating retirement after the last couple of seasons and once again plans to think it over again.

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Last night he threw just one TD pass and he was intercepted three times.

The incoming Biden Administration proposes a 1.9 trillion-dollar COVID relief and economic stimulus plan. The plan includes a call for an increase in the minimum wage to 15 dollars an hour, and an end to the tipped minimum wage. Republican Congressman and House Minority Whip Steve Scalise says it would end up sending a lot of jobs to China.

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Lieutenant General Russel Honore has been appointed to oversee the investigation of Capitol Security after protestors stormed the building on January 6^th. LSU Communications Professor Bob Mann says Honoree retired from the Army in 2008 and his retirement will assist with the investigation.

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Honore a Louisiana native, oversaw the Joint Task Force after Katrina.

The incoming Biden Administration has proposed its first priority for the Democratic-controlled Congress, a 1.9 trillion dollar COVID relief and economic stimulus plan. The plan also includes a 1,400 dollar stimulus check. Republican Congressman and House Minority Whip Steve Scalise says the big-spending so soon after December’s COVID bill unnecessary.

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A Vivian man has been taken into custody for his alleged participation in the January 6^th raid on the Capitol. The US Department of Justice arrested Cody Connell Friday. He was taken into custody after investigators received a screenshot of Connell’s social media posts bragging about being at the Capitol and his plans to return and quote “it will be a lot worse.”

Louisiana has discovered its first case of the new, more infectious U.K. variant of the coronavirus. The new variant is about 50 percent more infectious than the dominant strain in the state right now, LSU Health New Orleans Assistant Dean of Translational Science Lucio Miele says this is one of several new branches of the virus that have been discovered in recent months. They all share one thing in common…

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Miele says the good news is that so far it looks like our vaccines protect against the new strain.

The Saints season is now over. Last night was the third matchup of the season and Tampa Bay got the better of New Orleans beating the Black and Gold 30-20 The Saints had four turnovers on the night. Coach Sean Payton says it’s hard to win postseason games when you do that.

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Louisiana has discovered its first case of the new, more infectious U.K. variant of the coronavirus. The new variant is about 50 percent more infectious than the dominant strain in the state right now, but LSU Health New Orleans Assistant Dean of Translational Science Lucio Miele says viruses have evolutionary pressure to grow more infectious…

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The CDC warns the UK variant will likely become the dominant strain of coronavirus in the U.S. by March.

LDWF agents are investigating a double boating fatality in Caldwell Parish.  A statement from the department says it happened around midnight Saturday when 55-year-old Travis McFarlain of Pine Prairie was operating the boat. Agents say when the boat struck the dock three fifteen-year-old males were ejected. Two of the teens were killed the third was transported to a hospital.  A breathalyzer confirmed McFarlain was intoxicated.

Lieutenant General Russel Honore has been appointed to oversee the investigation of Capitol Security after protestors stormed the building on January 6^th. LSU Communications Professor Bob Mann says the Louisiana native, is by far the best choice.

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Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi appointed Honore on Friday.

The season is over for the Saints after losing to the Bucs 30-20 last night. But was last night the end of the road for QB Drew Brees? The 42-year-old was asked if he’s retiring and he said he’s not ready to make a decision. Coach Sean Payton was asked about what Brees has meant to the organization, but the coach says he can give that answer in the future.

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Brees threw three interceptions.

The Louisiana Department of Health reports the first confirmed case of the more infectious U.K. variant of coronavirus in the state. Matt Doyle has the story.

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The father of Congressman Garret Graves passed away over the weekend from COVID-19. A statement from Congressman Graves says John Graves passed away Saturday from complications associated with the virus. The family asks for prayers and privacy during their time of grieving.

The incoming Biden Administration has proposed its priority for the Democratic-controlled Congress, a 1.9 trillion-dollar COVID relief and economic stimulus plan. A 350-billion-dollar chunk of that would assist local and state governments who have seen their budgets battered by COVID. Republican Congressman, and House Minority Whip Steve Scalise…

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Also included is a call for an increase in the minimum wage to 15 dollars an hour, and an end to the tipped minimum wage.

The Saints season is over, Tampa Bay got the better of New Orleans beating the Black and Gold 30-20. It also could be quarterback Drew Brees’ final game, he was asked in the postgame if this was his last, but the 42-year-old was not ready to announce a decision on Sunday night. If this was a Brees’ final game, it ends with him throwing three interceptions.

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A joint statement from the FBI and Louisiana State Police says over the weekend, public safety officials from numerous agencies worked together to coordinate security and ensure safety for protesters and the Capitol grounds. They also stated that the peaceful assemblies and activities throughout the weekend were a testament to the intended purpose to peacefully protest.

Matt Doyle spoke with Republican House Minority Whip Steve Scalise about President-elect Joe Biden’s proposed 1.9 trillion-dollar economic stimulus and COVID relief plan…

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Lieutenant General Russel Honore has been appointed to oversee the investigation of Capitol Security after protestors stormed the building on January 6^th. LSU Communications Professor Bob Mann says the Pointe Coupee Parish native, is by far the best choice.

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Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi named Honore to the position on Friday calling for an immediate review of the Capitol’s security infrastructure, and interagency processes and procedures.

The Saints season is over, and a Hall of Fame career could be over too. In the third matchup of the season, Tampa Bay got the better of New Orleans beating the Black and Gold 30-20 in what could be quarterback Drew Brees’ final game. It was a difficult year for Brees and another tough home playoff loss, but he’s happy for the journey.

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Brees was asked in the postgame if this was his last game, but the 42-year-old was not ready to announce a decision on Sunday night.

A Lafayette man faces charges for participating in the January 6th storming of the US Capitol building. 50-year-old Vaughn Gordon faces the rough equivalent of trespassing misdemeanors for being in the Capitol that day. Federal prosecutors charged him after he described his participation to a reporter with the Advocate and talking about it on a social media video. Legal analyst Tim Meche…
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Over 80 people involved in the riot at the Capitol have been arrested.

More protests are expected this weekend, including at the State Capitol where there will be an increased police presence. Governor John Bel Edwards is urging demonstrators to remain peaceful…
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Lieutenant General Russel Honore has been appointed to oversee the investigation of Capitol Security after protestors stormed the building on January 6th. LSU Communications Professor Bob Mann says the Pointe Coupee Parish native, is by far the best choice.
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Honore is best known for the leadership he provided as commander of Joint Task Force Katrina, following the historic hurricane in 2005. He retired from the Army in 2008.

Saints cornerback Patrick Robinson will not play in tomorrow’s playoff game against Tampa Bay because of a hamstring injury. Running back Latavius Murray and the versatile Taysom Hill are questionable. But it looks like Trey Hendrickson will return as he was a full participant in practice yesterday after missing last week’s game with a neck injury. Kick-off tomorrow is at 5:40.

State and federal law enforcement agencies say they are prepared for this weekend’s planned demonstrations. Matt Doyle reports that includes heightened security at the State Capitol
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The state health department is set to receive 58-thousand COVID-19 vaccine doses next week. But the Ochsner Health System says it will delay vaccine appointments for thousands of patients because it received zero new doses in its regular shipment this week.

A Lafayette man has been charged for allegedly participating in last week’s storming of the U-S Capitol. 50-year-old Vaughn Gordon faces two charges, including knowingly entering or remaining in a restricted building without lawful authority. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says Gordon got himself in trouble for posting pictures on social media and there’s also a video on Facebook of him discussing being inside the Capitol during the riot…
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Gordon told the Advocate he didn’t vandalize anything and remained peaceful.

The Saints and Buccaneers will meet this season for a third time on Sunday in the NFC Divisional Round playoff game. New Orleans won the first two meetings. Saints Offensive tackle Terron Armstead says they’ll stick with what they’ve done all season…
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Kickoff tomorrow is at 5:40 in the Dome.

50-year-old Vaughn Gordon of Lafayette is facing misdemeanor charges related to his participation in the attack on Capitol Hill last week. Gordon told the Advocate that he was able to wander the Capitol for nearly two hours, but says he didn’t vandalize anything and remained peaceful, but legal analyst Tim Meche says because a cop lost their life that day everyone even remotely involved will face charges…
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Governor Edwards blasted those who took part in last week’s mob riot…
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Law enforcement is on alert ahead of this weekend’s expected protests at the Louisiana State Capitol. Edwards says if you go, stay peaceful and wear a mask.

Louisiana Tech’s Forever Loyal Campaign has exceeded its goal and raised more than $171 million for the University. LA Tech President Dr. Les Guice says the campaign which began November 2018 originally set out to raise $125 million.
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The Saints and Buccaneers will meet for a third time on Sunday in the NFC Divisional Round playoff game. In the two regular-season meetings, the Saints allowed just 13 points a game and they’ve intercepted Bucs Quarterback Tom Brady five times. Brady has a lot of respect for the New Orleans defense
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Kick-off tomorrow is at 5:40.

State and federal law enforcement agencies say they are prepared for this weekend’s planned demonstrations and will be monitoring the situation at the State Capitol. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Louisiana native, Lt General Russel Honore will lead the review of security at Capitol Hill following the violent riot on January 6^th. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Honore’s appointment Friday and says he was chosen due to his strong experience. The Green General is also known for his command of a Joint Task Force after Katrina.

A Lafayette man has been charged for allegedly participating in last week’s riot at the U-S Capitol. 50-year-old Vaughn Gordon made his first court appearance Thursday. He faces two charges, including knowingly entering or remaining in a restricted building without lawful authority. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says Gordon got himself in trouble for posting pictures and there’s also video on FB of him discussing being inside Capitol with a friend.

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The Saints and Buccaneers will meet for a third time on Sunday in the NFC Divisional Round playoff game. In the two regular-season meetings, the Saints allowed just 13 points a game and they’ve intercepted Bucs Quarterback Tom Brady five times. Saints Offensive tackle Terron Armstead says they’ll stick with what they’ve done all season…

Cut 14 (09) “.a way to win.” 

Kickoff Sunday is at 5:30 in the Dome.

A Lafayette man faces charges for participating in the January 6^th storming of the US Capitol building. 50-year-old Vaughn Gordon faces the rough equivalent of some trespassing misdemeanors for being in the Capitol that day and got caught after describing his participation to the Advocate and talking about it on a social media video. Legal analyst Tim Meche says Gordon may not be the only Bayou State native who gets arrested…

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Protests are expected this weekend outside of all 50 State Capitol Buildings. Security has been heightened and Governor John Bel Edwards is asking for the demonstrations to remain peaceful and protesters should also wear a mask…
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Louisiana Tech’s Forever Loyal Campaign exceeded its goal and raised more than $171 million for the University.  LA Tech President Dr. Les Guice says the funds have already been used to assist students and they have other infrastructure projects that are in the works.

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More than 23,500 donors made more than 100-thousand individuals’ donations.

The Saints and Buccaneers will meet for a third time on Sunday in the NFC Divisional Round playoff game. In the two regular-season meetings, the Saints allowed just 13 points a game and they’ve intercepted Bucs Quarterback Tom Brady five times. Brady has a lot of respect for the New Orleans defense

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Kickoff is Sunday at 5:30.