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Newly-drawn 6th Congressional District will be likely pickup for Democrats | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Jacob Mathews | – 2024-10-03 16:30:00

SUMMARY: ‘s 6th Congressional District is holding a competitive election on November 5, a redistricting that created a second majority Black congressional district. Incumbent U.S. Rep. Garret Graves is not seeking reelection, leaving five candidates, four Democrats. Sen. Cleo Fields 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, served in the Louisiana Senate and U.S. House, while Anderson, at 36, is a newcomer focused on public safety and . The district’s changes stem from a federal to better represent Black voters.

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Some Algiers Charter Buses Return to Service

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-10-03 10:59:24

SUMMARY: Catalytic converters were stolen from multiple school buses, disrupting transportation and forcing 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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Good Morning San Antonio 9 a.m. : Oct 03, 2024

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-10-03 10:14:09

SUMMARY: “Good Morning San Antonio” reports a developing story involving a hit-and- on the northwest side, where a Bear County Deputy was 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 , weather is expected to remain hot with highs around 94°F, and a slight of rain over the . The show also highlights local and a community initiative supporting breast cancer awareness through a bakery’s campaign.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

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Louisiana officials rethinking critical infrastructure development | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry| – 2024-10-03 09:05:00

SUMMARY: is investing $249 million in its resilience program to enhance critical and security against extreme weather, particularly hurricanes. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure , the Louisiana Hubs for Energy Resilient Operation program aims to improve grid flexibility and resilience. During a recent hearing, discussed rethinking grant applications to avoid redundancy and focus on essential projects. The initiative includes pilot programs for long-term effectiveness, providing backup energy hubs for communities. Projects range from large generators to smaller , with the also collaborating with the Center for Energy Studies to track program .

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