SUMMARY: Louisiana‘s 6th Congressional District is holding a competitive election on November 5, following a redistricting that created a second majority Black congressional district. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Garret Graves is not seeking reelection, leaving five candidates, including four Democrats. Sen. Cleo Fields leads in fundraising with over $689,000, while his closest challenger, Quentin Anderson, has raised $17,000. Republican Elbert Guillory has not raised funds. Fields is experienced, having served in the Louisiana Senate and U.S. House, while Anderson, at 36, is a newcomer focused on public safety and infrastructure. The district’s changes stem from a federal lawsuit to better represent Black voters.

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SUMMARY: Catalytic converters were stolen from multiple school buses, disrupting transportation and forcing students to stay home or seek alternative ways to school. After three days, bus services resumed for some students at LB Landry High School and Martin Burman Charter. The school district added extra buses to accommodate the routes 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, and 33 for LB Landry High School, while all regular routes resumed for Martin Burman. For more information, click the link in our description, and you can stream similar stories on W Plus.

Bus services are back for some students at L.B. Landry and Martin Behrman Charter. Brheanna Boudreaux has all the details on the routes.

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SUMMARY: “Good Morning San Antonio” reports a developing story involving a hit-and-run on the northwest side, where a Bear County Deputy was injured while directing traffic. Authorities found the involved silver SUV abandoned about a mile from the crash site. A perimeter is set up as they search for the driver, who reportedly fled the scene. The deputy is stable in the hospital. In other news, weather is expected to remain hot with highs around 94°F, and a slight chance of rain over the weekend. The show also highlights local events and a community initiative supporting breast cancer awareness through a bakery’s campaign.

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