The U-S Senate race in Louisiana at one time was a foregone conclusion, but a strong early voter turnout among Blacks could mean a much closer race than originally expected. Joe Gallinaro has the story…

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The races for Louisiana’s two open Congressional seats are close and are expected to need a December runoff to decide. Polls show that 25-percent of voters are undecided in both races. The sixth congressional district is mainly a Baton Rouge area district and the fifth district covers Monroe, Alexandria, Bunkie and over to Bogalusa. Polls are open tomorrow from 6 AM to 8 PM.

There are ten constitutional amendments on tomorrow’s ballot. Steven Procopio, president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, is urging voters to read their analysis on all ten amendments, because there are some potential unintended consequences with some of these measures, particularly those dealing with tax breaks for seniors…

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The Trump Administration is looking to build the next Great American Base and Vernon Parish state lawmaker Chuck Owen believes his district would be the perfect spot. Owen says about ten years ago, the Department of Defense bought about 50-thousand acres from Vernon Parish, so they have the space to build a mega base that can house 25-thousand service members…

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Each governor will have the opportunity to pitch a proposal to the Department of War for their state to be home for this proposed military installation that would be entirely self-sufficient. A decision on this proposed military base is expected in June.

There are indications the election for U-S Senate between Republican Julia Letlow and Democrat Jamie Davis is close, which is why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Letlow tonight. Political analyst Roy Fletcher says  the tele-rally itself will not drive more Republicans to vote, but the media coverage of the event will…

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There are also 10 constitutional amendments on tomorrow’s ballot…

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Vernon Parish state representative Chuck Owen says central Louisiana would be a great location for the next Great American Military Base that the Trump Administration would like to build. Each governor will have the opportunity to pitch a proposal to the Department of War for their state to be home for this proposed military installation that would be entirely self-sufficient, meaning it will generate its own power and manage water utilities. Owen believes Louisiana should be one of the front-runners…

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A decision on where the base will be located is expected in June.

Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act health insurance is underway and runs through January 15th. According to USAFacts, about 195-thousand Louisiana residents were enrolled in ACA marketplace plans earlier this summer. Louisiana Blue healthcare economist Mike Bertaut says these policies offer some advantages…

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Bertaut says the federal government’s HealthCare.gov website allows consumers to shop for coverage, but navigating the site can be challenging, so he suggests getting a health insurance agent to help.

There are growing signs Louisiana’s U-S Senate race could be closer than previously expected. Washington-based Inside Elections has downgraded the race from Solid Republican to Likely Republican, while Shreveport-based pollster Bishop George now calls it a toss-up. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says that helps explain why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Republican candidate Julia Letlow Monday night…

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Letlow has represented Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District since 2021. She defeated incumbent Bill Cassidy and State Treasurer John Fleming in the Republican primary to advance to Tuesday’s general election.

It’s that time of year again – before you go to bed Saturday night, go through your house and turn all of your clocks back one hour, because Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning. While you’re at it, the Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal also urges you to check your smoke detectors. Chief Chad Sonnier says the process is very simple.

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If you’re a Saints fan that has been frustrated with the team’s up-and-down start to the season, know you aren’t alone. Following his trip to Paris to watch the Saints and Steelers lifelong fan Scott Fazio sent a letter to the organization expressing his frustration with the Black and Gold’s repeated failures.

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Halloween weekend, while fun for both the young and old, can also be a dangerous time on Louisiana’s roadways. Gregory Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says last year, almost 650 people were injured in crashes during the Halloween period, and some of those people did not survive their injuries.

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Of those 16 people, three were killed in alcohol-related crashes.

With just three days to go until Election Day some pollsters see the race for Louisiana’s U-S Senate to be closer than previously expected. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says Republican candidate Julia Letlow is well liked by Republican leaders in Louisiana, but it appears she’s having trouble connecting with many conservative voters…

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Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning and while setting your clocks back one hour The Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal also urges you to check your smoke detectors. You hear fire officials say time and time again that smoke alarms save lives, and Chief Chad Sonnier says an incident in West Monroe back in early September epitomizes that sentiment.

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Sonnier says the fire marshal’s office will go to great lengths to make sure everyone has a working smoke detector inside his or her home.

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This is Halloween weekend, and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is urging you to be extra careful on the roadways. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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While the LSU Tigers observe their bye week there’s still plenty of games across the state today. ULM hosts Southern Miss, McNeese hosts Nicholls, Louisiana Tech travels to South Alabama, Southeastern visits East Texas A-and-M, Southern and Florida A-and-M face off Grambling heads to Texas Southern.

There are growing signs Louisiana’s U-S Senate race could be closer than previously expected. Washington-based Inside Elections has downgraded the race from Solid Republican to Likely Republican, while Shreveport-based pollster Bishop George now calls it a toss-up. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says that helps explain why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Republican candidate Julia Letlow Monday night…

Cut 3 (07) “…back up.”

Letlow has represented Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District since 2021. She defeated incumbent Bill Cassidy and State Treasurer John Fleming in the Republican primary to advance to Tuesday’s general election.

It’s that time of year again – before you go to bed Saturday night, go through your house and turn all of your clocks back one hour, because Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning. While you’re at it, the Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal also urges you to check your smoke detectors. Chief Chad Sonnier says the process is very simple.

Cut 12 (06) “…for another year.”

If you’re a Saints fan that has been frustrated with the team’s up-and-down start to the season, know you aren’t alone. Following his trip to Paris to watch the Saints and Steelers lifelong fan Scott Fazio sent a letter to the organization expressing his frustration with the Black and Gold’s repeated failures.

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Halloween weekend, while fun for both the young and old, can also be a dangerous time on Louisiana’s roadways. Gregory Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says last year, almost 650 people were injured in crashes during the Halloween period, and some of those people did not survive their injuries.

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Of those 16 people, three were killed in alcohol-related crashes.

A few weeks ago, Republican Julia Letlow appeared to be a clear favorite in Louisiana’s U-S Senate race. But several political observers now see a much closer contest. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The former president and CEO of Louisiana Public Broadcasting, Beth Courtney, has died. Beth retired in 2022 after spending 45 years at the network. Current president and CEO of LPB, Clarence Copeland praised Courtney for helping make LPB a “trusted source of educational programming, public affairs and documentaries that captured Louisiana’s spirit. Courtney was 81.

This is Halloween weekend, which can be a very spooky time on Louisiana’s roadways. Gregory Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says drivers should be especially careful with little ghouls and goblins walking the streets after dark, you need to slow down and pay extra attention, especially tonight.

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No black and gold football this weekend with the 2-5 Saints on their bye week. The frustration over the lackluster start prompted owner Gayle Benson to share her disappointment before the trip to Paris. Now lifelong fan Scott Fazio, who flew to Paris to watch the Saints lose to the Steelers, has sent a letter to the organization and says without any real change, Benson’s critique doesn’t mean anything.

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The Saints return to action Sunday November 8th when they host the Cleveland Browns.

There are growing signs Louisiana’s U-S Senate race could be closer than previously expected. In fact, Shreveport-based pollster Bishop George now calls it a toss-up. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray says that helps explain why President Trump is holding a tele-rally for Julia Letlow Monday night.

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The Saints will hopefully use this bye week to make plans to start turning things around amid growing frustration within their fanbase. Owner Gayle Benson uncharacteristically expressed disappointment after the Saints lost three straight home games before the Paris trip. Scott Fazio flew to Paris to watch the Saints lose to the Steelers; and he says without any real change, Benson’s critique doesn’t mean a thing.

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This weekend, you really can turn back time – one hour, to be precise. In fact, you’ll have to, since Daylight Saving Time ends at two Sunday morning. The Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal urges you to also use the occasion to check your smoke detectors. Chief Chad Sonnier says the office will go to great lengths to make sure everyone has a working smoke detector inside his or her home.

Cut 14 (10) “…or your family.”

This is also Halloween weekend; and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is urging you to be extra careful on roadways. Spokesman Greg Fischer says with little ghouls and goblins walking the streets after dark Saturday night, you need to slow down and pay extra attention.

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