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August gambling revenue shows improvement compared to previous month | Louisiana
SUMMARY: In August, Louisiana‘s gambling sector experienced revenue growth across various segments, including video gaming, riverboat and land-based casinos, and sports wagering. Video gaming generated $62.16 million, with truck stops as the largest contributor. Harrah’s New Orleans Casino saw a 6.7% revenue increase to $18.89 million. Riverboat casinos reported $147.26 million total adjusted gross revenue, up from previous months. Racetrack slot machines also improved, earning $26.51 million. Sports wagering handled $234.51 million, yielding $25.42 million in revenue, while fantasy sports contributed $435,998, marking a slight year-over-year decline. Overall, the sector showed resilience amid ongoing challenges.
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‘Responsive intolerability’ hampered COVID pandemic response | Louisiana
SUMMARY: The Louisiana House Select Committee on Homeland Security conducted hearings with health officials and alleged vaccine injury victims. Carolina Borke described severe allergic reactions and debilitating symptoms following her Moderna vaccinations, leaving her unable to perform daily tasks. She expressed frustration at the lack of acknowledgment regarding vaccine injuries from medical professionals and reported complications in filing her claims. Dr. Kathy Willis criticized the Federation of State Medical Boards for its sudden regulatory power during the pandemic, highlighting widespread suppression of information and poor communication in healthcare responses. She noted an overall unresponsiveness from authorities during this crisis.
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Hurricane Helene rapidly intensifying. Minimum category 3 expected
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen is intensifying as it approaches the Florida coast, threatening significant flooding, storm surge, and high winds across the state and into Georgia and the southern Appalachians. Meanwhile, cooler, dry air is moving in, bringing a brief taste of fall weather for the next few days. For the latest updates, download the WWL app. This information comes from Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin.
Hurricane Helene rapidly intensifying. Chief Meteorologist Chris Franklin says strong effects could be felt far inland due to its speed and size.
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Louisiana surgeon general ‘would have done everything differently’ with COVID | Louisiana
SUMMARY: During a House Select Committee on Homeland Security meeting, Louisiana Surgeon General Dr. Ralph Abraham and Dr. Whyche Coleman criticized government handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, deeming interventions ineffective and a violation of constitutional rights. They highlighted a decline in public trust in physicians from 70% to 40% post-pandemic and expressed concerns about interference with the doctor-patient relationship. Abraham emphasized the importance of early treatment, criticized CDC guidelines for contributing to unnecessary deaths, and pointed out fears within the medical community regarding government repercussions. Both doctors called for a reevaluation of medical decisions and a return to patient-focused care.
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