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Iberia Parish leaders remember Errol ‘Romo’ Romero’s decades of public service

Former Iberia Parish Sheriff Errol 'Romo' Romero is being remembered by current parish leaders who credit his decades of public service and guidance with shaping their careers. The tribute highlights Romero's significant impact on Iberia Parish leadership and governance.

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KATC9h ago
Local Government & Politics

Scalise to seek GOP’s House leadership position to help ward off ‘socialists’

U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise, a Metairie Republican, is challenging Jim Jordan for the House Minority Leader position, citing the need to counter what he describes as 'socialist' policies. Scalise's bid represents a significant leadership contest within the GOP as it prepares for the upcoming congressional session.

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KATC21h ago
Local Government & Politics

Runoff needed to determine who takes the 5th congressional district seat

Pat Moore and Gabe Firment will advance to a runoff election on December 12th to determine who will represent Louisiana's 5th congressional district. The runoff was necessary because neither candidate secured the majority of votes needed to win outright in the initial election.

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KLFY23h ago
Local Government & Politics

Letlow fights off stiff challenge from Davis in U.S. Senate race

Julia Letlow has won Louisiana's U.S. Senate race, defeating challenger Davis in a closely contested election. This statewide political result will have direct implications for Acadiana and Louisiana's representation in Washington.

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