The Louisiana Supreme Court says it will not hear Caddo Parish sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal in a five to two vote. Brooke Thorington has more.

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The Louisiana Department of Insurance will hold a hearing on February 14th to examine the sale of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana to Elevance Health. Opponents of the sale are concerned it will result in higher healthcare costs for patients, while Blue Cross says the deal will benefit its policyholders.

The federal government is giving Louisiana the authority to issue permits and provide oversight for carbon dioxide wells. Department of Natural Resources spokesperson Patrick Courreges…

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It’s taking carbon dioxide from industrial sources out of the air and storing it deep underground in a well. Courreges says Louisiana now has the power to approve these wells…

State Fire Marshal’s Office has some safety tips if you plan to attempt your own fireworks show to celebrate New Year’s. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue advices you to make sure there are no fireworks restrictions in your parish.

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Rodrigue says it’s best to attend a public display where professionals are handling the pyrotechnics.

The Edwards administration has been working to make Louisiana a major player as a hub for Carbon Capture and Sequestration, taking carbon dioxide from industrial sources out of the air and storing it deep underground in wells. Department of Natural Resources spokesperson Patrick Courreges says the U-S EPA has now given Louisiana the power to approve these wells…

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The State Supreme Court has opted not to hear Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election. The 2^nd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled for another runoff due to voting irregularities. Political Analyst Scott Hughes…

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In Ouachita Parish four-year-old Bentley Whittlesey was killed in a fatal crash involving two vehicles. Trooper Ryan Davis says the child was a properly restrained rear passenger in a Toyota Corolla driven by 27-year-old Kaytlin Whittlesey. The Toyota turned into the path the Ford pick up. The drivers received minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital. He says routine toxicology samples were taken, however…

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A woman who said she was kidnapped from a bar in New Orleans managed to escape her kidnappers in Vidor, Texas Thursday night. Vidor Police say the woman approached a man in a parking lot saying she escaped her captors. The woman was transported by Acadian Ambulance Service to a nearby hospital and is currently in stable condition. Authorities are searching for the vehicle the victim described as a white 2010 – 2015 Cadillac Escalade pickup truck with three Cadillac rims with the rim on the driver’s side being a spare tire with a black rim.

The U-S EPA is giving Louisiana the authority to approve permits for underground storage of carbon dioxide. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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If you’re planning fireworks at home this year State Fire Marshal Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says suggests having a water source nearby in case of emergency and she says do not pop fireworks when impaired because it slows your reaction time and never give children fireworks, even sparklers.

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A woman who said she was kidnapped from a bar in New Orleans managed to escape her kidnappers in Vidor, Texas Thursday night. Vidor Police say the woman approached a man in a parking lot saying she escaped her captors. The woman was transported by Acadian Ambulance Service to a nearby hospital and is currently in stable condition. Authorities are searching for the vehicle the victim described as a white 2010 – 2015 Cadillac Escalade pickup truck

The State Supreme Court is not hearing Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election. With early voting starting March 9^th, Political Analyst Scott Hughes says Democrat Whithorn and Republican challenger John Nickelson only have about six weeks to campaign. He believes with the presidential primary at the same time it will favor Republican turnout and it also comes down to…

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The election will be held March 23^rd with the presidential primary.

The federal government is giving Louisiana the authority to issue permits and provide oversight for wells that store carbon dioxide. The Louisiana Oil and Gas Association, LABI, and Senator Bill Cassidy have all released statements saying that Louisiana receiving primacy over the permitting and regulation of wells will lead to economic growth. Department of Natural Resources spokesperson Patrick Courreges says there are a lot of businesses interested in underground sequestration of carbon dioxide in Louisiana…

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In Ouachita Parish four-year-old Bentley Whittlesey was killed in a fatal crash involving two vehicles. Trooper Ryan Davis says the child was a rear-seat passenger in the Toyota and was properly restrained. Davis says, The Child was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

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In a five to two vote, the State Supreme Court has opted to not hear Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Planning to start the New Year with a bang? The State Fire Marshal’s Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says it’s best to attend a public display where professionals are handling the pyrotechnics. But if you are going to be purchasing your own fireworks…

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A four-year-old was killed in an Ouachita Parish fatal crash involving two vehicles. Trooper Ryan Davis says the child was a passenger in a Toyota Corolla that slammed into a Ford pickup truck on Highway 546 yesterday afternoon.

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The child was properly restrained and later died at a hospital early this morning.

The State Supreme Court opts not to hear Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election.  Political Analyst Scott Hughes says the original trial ruled for a new election in March^, which is also the presidential primary, but that was contingent on any appeals.

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Early voting begins March 9^th.

The feds are giving Louisiana the authority to issue permits and provide oversight for carbon dioxide wells. Officials call it a monumental step in advancing the state’s energy future as it looks to become a leader in carbon capture. Department of Natural Resources spokesperson Patrick Courreges says they’ve been waiting on this…

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The Louisiana Oil and Gas Association, LABI, and Senator Bill Cassidy all released statements saying state oversight of the wells will lead to economic growth.

If you plan to start the New Year with a bang, State Fire Marshal’s Office spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue reminds you to first check the firework restrictions in your parish.

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She says to always have a water source nearby and the never use them impaired.

The State Supreme Court has opted not to hear Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election. The 2^nd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled for another runoff due to irregularities. Political Analyst Scott Hughes…

Cut 6 (12) “…new election.”

The election will likely be on March 23^rd with the presidential primary.

The State Fire Marshal encourages you to practice fireworks safety for New Year’s Eve. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says have a water source nearby, don’t be impaired, and never give fireworks to children, even sparklers…

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And make sure it’s allowed where you plan on setting them off.

Gas Buddy’s Head of Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan is predicting gas prices still could fall below a national average of three dollars per gallon this winter before possibly peaking at four dollars around Memorial Day but it’s still uncertain.

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According to Triple-A, the statewide average for a gallon of regular gas is $2.75 today.

One of the biggest stories of 2023 was the unprecedented drought and record heat that sparked hundreds of wildfires which destroyed 62-thousand acres statewide. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says in August alone, there were 550 wildfires…

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The biggest story in the Bayou State this year was the election of Governor-Elect Jeff Landry. Landry’s victory was predicted, but winning in October, without the need for a November run-off was a surprise…

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Also in 2023, no one could have predicted that Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson would be elected as Speaker of the House of Representatives. The Republican from northwest Louisiana won the powerful seat after Kevin McCarthy was ousted and Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan failed to get majority support…

Starting Monday, the asthma inhaler Flovent, made by GSK, will disappear from pharmacy shelves. LSU Health New Orleans Pulmonologist Dr. Kyle Happel encourages asthma users to be proactive about refilling their medication…

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Louisiana’s Mardi Gras-themed float featuring a larger-than-life jester will roll in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena California on Monday. More than 90 volunteers from Louisiana and across the country will decorate the massive float. Second-year rider, Assistant Vice President of Communications for the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission Kaylie LeBlanc…

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The parade will broadcast at 10 am on ABC Network New Year’s Day.

Folks are beginning to crowd fireworks stands to kick off New Year’s with a bang and authorities are offering some simple tips regarding fireworks safety. If you plan to purchase fireworks, Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue suggests…

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