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Strong early voting turnout across Louisiana
SUMMARY: Early voting in Louisiana is experiencing record turnout, with over 171,000 voters participating so far, surpassing more than 155,000 in 2020. Election officials in Orleans and Jefferson Parishes report steady and strong voter engagement. Many, like Gilbert Watts, chose to vote early to avoid crowds, appreciating the convenience of new temporary voting sites. By the end of the first weekend, over 21,000 votes were cast in Orleans Parish and more than 23,000 in Jefferson Parish. With six early voting locations in Jefferson and five in Orleans, election officials anticipate timely results on Election night. Voters are reminded to avoid wearing candidate apparel.
According to the Louisiana Secretary of State, more than 171,000 people voted early in Louisiana through Saturday compared to over 155,000 in 2020.
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House passes constitutional amendment bill that could alter state’s tax code | Louisiana
SUMMARY: The Louisiana House of Representatives approved a bill by Rep. Julie Emerson aimed at overhauling Article 7 of the state constitution, with a vote of 81-15. This significant reform, which targets taxation policy and exemptions, is set to go to the Senate and, if passed, will be on the March ballot pending Gov. Jeff Landry’s signature. The bill mandates a two-thirds legislative majority for new tax exemptions and plans to consolidate state funds to provide a permanent $2,000 pay raise for teachers. Despite the increase, Louisiana teachers will still earn $15,000 less than the national average.
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FOX 14 Your Morning News: Parties continue to fight for House control after 2024 Presidential Electi
SUMMARY: As election results come in, Republicans are close to regaining control of the House, needing just five more seats for a majority, which would enable them to advance their agenda alongside the White House. Current counts show Republicans with 213 seats and Democrats with 202. Democrats are analyzing their losses among key demographic groups, including young voters and minorities. Notably, Republicans flipped 10 counties in California by addressing concerns like homelessness and crime. Despite significant shifts in traditionally liberal states, it could take days to finalize results in battleground districts due to mail-in ballots.
FOX 14 Your Morning News: Parties continue to fight for House control after 2024 Presidential Election
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The 9@9: Trump announces pick for ICE director; AI features come to Microsoft Paint
SUMMARY: A Manhattan judge will rule tomorrow on Donald Trump’s request to dismiss a hush money verdict, citing presidential immunity. Trump, facing possible sentencing of up to four years, has hired former ICE director Tom Homan as Border Zar for deportations. He also seeks expedited Senate cabinet appointments. Meanwhile, Tuskegee University mourns a mass shooting that left one dead and 16 injured; classes are canceled. Wildfires rage in California, and a volunteer ranger died in New York. Qatar halts ceasefire mediation in Gaza, while NASCAR mourns Hall of Famer Bobby Allison. Bitcoin hits $80,000 amid Trump’s crypto endorsement and Microsoft updates MS Paint with AI features.
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