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Labor Day 2010: “No Refusal Weekend” in Troop D

Louisiana State Police Troop D will have additional troopers on patrol this Labor Day holiday.  


Thursday, September 02, 2010 9:10 PM
Governor Jindal Visits Mariner Energy Workers in Terrebonne Hospital, Following Their Rescue After Platform Fire

Governor Jindal visited Terrebonne General Hospital this afternoon before his scheduled speech to the Houma Chamber of Commerce to check on workers being evaluated there.


Thursday, September 02, 2010 8:57 PM
Vitter Demands Melancon Apologize to Tea Party Voters in Louisiana

U.S. Senator David Vitter today called on Charlie Melancon to apologize to the large number of tea party members and voters in Louisiana for comparing them to the fringe, far-left activist group MoveOn.org.


Thursday, September 02, 2010 8:45 PM
Senator Vitter Issues Statement on Oil Platform Explosion

U.S. Sen. David Vitter issued the following statement after an oil production platform exploded off Louisiana’s coast this morning. 


Thursday, September 02, 2010 8:39 PM
Thirteen Oil Rig Workers Survive Explosion

An oil platform exploded and burned off the Louisiana coast Thursday, the second such disaster in the Gulf of Mexico in less than five months.


Thursday, September 02, 2010 8:32 PM
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 State News
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I-10 Twin Spans on hold after construction worker's death
The most expensive public works project in Louisiana history is now on hold, after the death of a construction worker on the new I-10 Twin Spans between New Orleans and Slidell. Ten men were tossed into Lake Ponchchartrain when a girder gave way, only nine came back up. Transportation Secretary William Ankner says work is stopped until the safety of workers is assured. Ankner says safety is always top priority on the $800-million twin bridge project.

Friday, October 31, 2008 3:40 PM
LA Renaissance Festival to take place in Tangipahoa Parish for the next 6 weekends
A part of Tangipahoa Parish becomes 16th Century Europe, over the next 6 weekends, for the Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Just off U.S. 190 near Hammond, the festival features costumed characters, and historic fun for all ages. Co-founder Alvon Brumfield says the entertainment you'll find is both unique and interactive. The LA Ren-Fest is every Saturday and Sunday through December 7th.

Friday, October 31, 2008 3:38 PM
Incumbent Bill Jefferson predicted to win re-election for congressional seat
UNO political science professor Ed Chervenak predicts an easy win for incumbent Bill Jefferson, in a party runoff between him and former New Orleans TV newswoman Helena Moreno for the Second District congressional seat. Chervenak says Jefferson's experience trumps Moreno's fresh face. Jefferson's federal trial on bribery and corrpution charges is set to begin in early December. If Jefferson wins on Tuesday, he still faces challenges from candidates of other parties in a December 6th election.
Friday, October 31, 2008 3:36 PM
Mental health evaluation ordered for man who stabbed his two sons
A mental health evaluation is ordered for the Baton Rouge man who allegedly stabbed his two sons to death on October 5th. The man is accused of killing the boys, ages 2 and 8, to spite his estranged wife. A judge wants a psychologist and a psychiatrist to examine him by December 5th, before he
can stand trial.

Friday, October 31, 2008 3:34 PM
Ray Nagin plans to vote for Congressman Bill Jefferson for re-election
New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin says he plans to vote for Congressman Bill Jefferson for re-election, however, he says it's not an endorsement. Nagin says it comes down to who has more experience. Jefferson is under federal indictment on corruption and bribery charges. His opponent is Democrat
Helena Moreno, a former New Orleans TV news anchor and reporter, who's never held public office before.
Friday, October 31, 2008 3:29 PM
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 National News
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Marlins Outslug Nationals Amid Brawl

A bench-clearing brawl in Miami made news as the Marlins outslugged the Nationals 16-10 Wednesday night. 


Thursday, September 02, 2010 7:25 PM
Would-Be "Dancing With The Stars" Contestants Revealed

HollywoodReporter.com's "Live Feed" blog is now revealing the list of "could have beens" on this season of "Dancing With The Stars." 


Thursday, September 02, 2010 7:21 PM
Department Of Justice Sues Maricopa Sheriff Joe Arpaio

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Arizona's controversial Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio.


Thursday, September 02, 2010 7:17 PM
White House: No New Stimulus Expected

White House spokesman Robert Gibbs says a new economic stimulus package is "not in the offing." 


Thursday, September 02, 2010 6:59 PM
"Productive Talks" Held Between Israel, Palestinians

 

Israelis and Palestinians have now planned to meet for peace talks every two weeks. 


Thursday, September 02, 2010 6:55 PM
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