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AP sources: GOP leader McConnell will vote to acquit Trump
McConnell made his thoughts known in letter to colleagues.
Senate Votes To Hear Witnesses In Trump Trial
This decision could cause a delay in the verdict.
Political Action Committee Wants Rep. Clay Higgins to Resign
Blackhorn, a newly formed political action committee (PAC), formed by Lafayette businessman Ken Miller, is calling for the resignation of Rep. Clay Higgins.
Carencro Council Hears Discussion on Forming Council Districts
The current Carencro Council is elected totally "At-Large" last night's meeting broached the idea of dividing the city into council districts.
Louisiana Educators Want Governor to Elevate Vaccine Priority
The head of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers believes that Governor Edwards should re-evaluate the COVID vaccination priority order.
Mayor Cantrell Will Shut Down All Bars in New Orleans for Mardi Gras
She's also closing all liquor stores and banning all liquor sales in the French Quarter.
AUDIO: Boudreaux Discusses Library Grant Controversy
The state senator joined "Acadiana's Morning News" to elaborate on his letter from Tuesday.
Louisiana Congressman Higgins Takes on Biden’s Energy Policy
The 3rd District Congressman also expressed his views on the coronavirus vaccines and who should be getting them.
People are Freaking Out Over the Emblem on Trump’s Letterhead
Many people were of the belief that the former president used the Presidential Seal on the letterhead
Cassidy Slams Biden Over ‘Cancer Alley’ Remarks
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy is incensed with President Biden's remarks about Lousiana.
Bid to Recall Gov. John Bel Edwards Still Short of Signatures as Deadline Approaches
If Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is going to be recalled, a significant amount of signatures would need to be collected in the next month.
San Francisco Removing George Washington & Abraham Lincoln
According to Associated Press (AP), Tuesday, January 26, 2021, San Francisco's school board has voted to remove the names Washington and Lincoln from all public schools as the board deemed them "unworthy of the honor".
Biden Set to Impose Even More Restrictions on Oil and Gas
President Biden set to deliver another production blow to the oil and gas industry later today.
Kellyanne Conway Accused Of Posting Topless Photo Of Her 16-Year-Old Daughter On Twitter
Former spokesperson and advisor to President Donald Trump, Kellyanne Conway is under fire after she allegedly leaked a nude photo of her underage daughter Claudia.
Evangeline Sheriff Asking For One Cent Tax to Fund Department
The Sheriff's budget in Evangeline Parish hasn't been adjusted significantly since 1977.
Thousands Of Guardsmen Feel ‘Betrayed’ After Being Forced To Leave Capitol
UPDATE: All National Guardsmen are welcomed back to the Capitol tonight.
President Joe Biden Says President Trump Left Him A “Very Generous” Letter
It wasn't a traditional transfer of power but at least one thing remained the same.
Watch Garth Brooks Perform ‘Amazing Grace’ At Joe Biden’s Presidential Inauguration
Country music superstar Garth Brooks performed 'Amazing Grace' following President Joe Biden's inaugural speech.
President Donald Trump Releases Farewell Video From The White House
On his last official full day as Commander In Chief, President Donald Trump addressed the nation for a final time from the White House.
“Joe Exotic” Legal Team Confident President Trump Will Pardon ‘Tiger King’ Star On Last Day In Office
'Tiger King' star "Joe Exotic" is almost certain he's getting out of prison today.