Last night President Trump held a rally in Lake Charles to fire up Republicans at the polls today.  But, much of the state’s attention will be fixated on the LSU/Florida game tonight. President Trump says don’t let that be an excuse that keeps you away from the polls…

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Yesterday incumbent democrat Governor Edwards touted his administration’s work helping the state recover from the Jindal years, and says he’ll continue building on that work if re-elected.

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Edwards faces Congressman Ralph Abraham and Businessman Eddie Rispone. If none of the candidates crack 50 percent of the vote, a run-off will be November 16th.

There are four constitutional amendments on the October 12th ballot. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says voters should expect a speedy process and minor wait times on the way to the voting booth today…

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Polls close at 8pm

Both parties made their final pitches to voters last night ahead of today’s primary. Republicans rallied in Lake Charles with President Trump, who implored GOP voters to toss the red state’s blue Governor out in order to send a message to national Democrats.

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Attorney General Jeff Landry and Senators Bill Cassidy and John Kennedy opened the rally at a packed Sudduth Coliseum.

Governor Edwards countered Trump’s message, saying it’s not about red versus blue, it’s about continuing progress made over the last few years, together.

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Polls open at 7am.

In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana Policy Director Steve Procopio advises voters to do their homework before they enter the voting booth…

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The biggest game of the season has arrived for 5th ranked LSU as they host 7th ranked Florida in an SEC Showdown. Quarterback Joe Burrow remembers losing to the Gators in the Swamp last year and badly wants to beat Florida in Death Valley on a Saturday night

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LSU leads the country in scoring with an average of 55 points a game. Kickoff is at 7pm

Donald Trump supporters will head into (8:30, are inside) the Sudduth Coliseum tonight in Lake Charles to hear the President rally GOP voters to vote Republican in tomorrow’s election. This man explains why he will not vote to re-elect the governor

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Governor John Bel Edwards spoke with reporters in Lake Charles prior to the President’s arrival. Edwards says not only is the state’s economy growing, but personal income is up, more jobs are on the way and investments have been made to improve our roads…

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Polls open tomorrow for the October 12th election at 7 AM and will close at eight PM. There are four constitutional amendments on the ballot to go along with the statewide and local races. Public Affairs Research Council Policy Director Steve Procopio says Amendment One would create a property tax exemption for certain goods that go back and forth between rigs in the Gulf of Mexico…

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The biggest game of the season has arrived for 5th ranked LSU as they host 7th ranked Florida in an SEC Showdown. Quarterback Joe Burrow says Florida has the best defense they’ve faced this season…

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Governor John Bel Edwards spoke today in Lake Charles ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled rally at 7 PM. Trump tweeted earlier today that Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Edwards says Louisiana’s economy is strong and growing…

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A woman spending the afternoon outside of the Sudduth Coliseum where Trump will speak tonight believes the President’s visit will energize Republican voters

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Trump will encourage voters to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s election in order to send the gubernatorial race into a runoff.

Election day is tomorrow with the gubernatorial race at the top of the ballot. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says there are a few things voters should know before they head to the polls…

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Ardoin says you can also look at a sample ballot at geauxvote.com. He expects an overall voter turnout of 45 percent. Once voters cast their ballots, they can expect a newly designed I voted sticker which features Louisiana’s state bird the pelican.

In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana Policy Director Steve Procopio advises voters to do their homework before they enter the voting booth…

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The polls open at 7 AM.

Thousands of Donald Trump supporters are in Lake Charles for President Donald Trump’s Republican rally. Trump is hoping to energize GOP voters so they vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s election, so that Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards does not win re-election without the need of a run-off. This man explains why he will not vote to re-elect the governor…
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Edwards also spoke today ahead of the President’s speach. The governor says not only is the state’s economy growing, but personal income is up, more jobs are on the way and investments have been made to improve our roads…
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While the President is speaking in Lake Charles, LSU fans will be getting ready for tomorrow night’s SEC Showdown with seventh ranked Florida. The Tigers are 13 point favorites. The Saints are in Jackonsville on Sunday. Running back Alvin Kamara is questionable with an ankle injury.

Polls open tomorrow for the October 12th election at 7 AM and will close at eight PM. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin expects an overall voter turnout of 45-percent and voters should not have to wait long to cast their ballot…
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There are four consitutional amendments on the ballot to go along with the statewide and local races. Public Affairs Research Council Policy Director Steve Procopio says Amendment One would create a property tax exemption for certain goods that go back and forth between rigs in the Gulf of Mexico…
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Amendment two would provide funding for three schools that are not getting tobacco settlement fund dollars. Amendment three would allow the Board of Tax Appeals to rule on constitutional amendments. Par-louisiana.org has information on all of the amendments.

Election day is tomorrow, and Connor Ferrill has the details.
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Tomorrow is also the big game between LSU and Florida in Tiger Stadium. Tigers Quarterback Joe Burrow says the Gators have the best defense they’ve faced this season…
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Kick-off is at 7 PM.

Governor John Bel Edwards spoke today in Lake Charles ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled rally at 7 PM. Trump tweeted earlier today that Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Edwards says Louisiana’s economy is strong and growing…
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A woman spending the afternoon outside of the Sudduth Coliseum where Trump will speak tonight believes the President’s visit will energize Republican voters
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Trump will encourage voters to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s election in order to send the gubernatorial race into a runoff.

Polls will open tomorrow at 7 AM and close at eight PM. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin is anticipating a 45-percent voter turnout and if voters have any issues at their precinct, contact his office…
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Ardoin says you can get a sample ballot at geaux-vote-dot-com.

There are four constitutional amendments on the October 12th ballot. Jeff Palermo has more…
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President Donald Trump will be in Lake Charles tonight to urge Republicans to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Trump says Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Stephen Handwerk says Trump is trying to bring hostile, national style politics to the Pelican State…
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Trump is expected to talk at 7 PM at the Sudduth Coliseum

LSU fans are expecting victory Saturday night when the 5th ranked Tigers host seventh ranked Florida. Quarterback Joe Burrow lead the highest scoring offense in the nation, but knows they’ll get tested by one of the best defenses in the country…
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Kick-off tomorrow is just after 7 PM. LSU is a 13 point favorite.

Election day is tomorrow with the gubernatorial race at the top of the ballot. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says voters should expect a speedy process and minor wait times on the way to the voting booth…

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In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. The proposed constitutional amendment that has received the most attention is Amendment Four, which would give New Orleans the ability to create a residential property tax exemption for affordable housing units. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana President Steve Procopio on why the measure must receive approval statewide…

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President Donald Trump will speak tonight in Lake Charles where he’ll urge Louisiana voters to vote Republican in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Republican National Committee Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany says the Sudduth Coliseum will be packed with Trump supporters…

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The Louisiana Democratic Party says Trump’s visit brings hostile, national style politics to the state.

The President welcomes the East Bank All-Stars from River Ridge to the White House at 12:30 pm to congratulate them on winning the Little League World Series this past summer.

The team has already received a reception at the governor’s mansion and a parade was throw in their honor.

President Trump is headed to Lake Charles tonight to rally support for the two major Republicans in the governor’s race. Matt Doyle has more.

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The Iberville Parish Council chairman is calling on the resignation of councilwoman Courtney Lewis because she hasn’t shown up to a council meeting in nine months. Parish officials do not know where the 34-year-old is, so they are having a hard time getting that resignation letter. Lewis is still receiving her 16-hundred-dollar monthly paycheck.

Election day is tomorrow with the gubernatorial race at the top of the ballot. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says there are a few things voters should know before they head to the polls…

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Ardoin says you can also look at a sample ballot at geauxvote.com. He expects an overall voter turnout of 45 percent.

In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana President Steve Procopio advises voters to do their homework before they enter the voting booth…

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President Donald Trump will be in Lake Charles tonight to urge Republicans to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Trump says Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Stephen Handwerk says Trump is trying to bring hostile, national style politics to the Pelican State…
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Before President Trump heads to Louisiana, he’ll welcome the Little League World Series Champs to the Oval Office. Eastbank Head Coach Steve Frazier credits Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise for setting up the visit in the Oval Office…
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Eastbank is the first team from Louisiana to win the Little League World Series.

The biggest game of the season has arrived for 5th ranked LSU as they host 7th ranked Florida in an SEC Showdown. Quarterback Joe Burrow remembers losing to the Gators in the Swamp last year and badly wants to beat Florida in Death Valley on Saturday night…
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Over 100-thousand fans are expected in Tiger Stadium for the seven o’clock kick-off. LSU is asking fans to arrive on campus earlier than normal and should expect heavy traffic all day peaking at around 3 to 4 PM. LSU Senior Associate Athletics Director Robert Munson says they also expect to sell a lot of beer and wine inside the stadium and he says the selling of alcohol for the first time in general seating areas is a work in progress…
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