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🌱 Franklinton police assist in Covington child exploitation investigation

Franklinton, Louisiana Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hi Franklinton! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Franklinton police assist in Covington child exploitation investigation
  • Where Louisiana Democrats hope to gain ground in 2027

Also on today's calendar: Washington Parish Council Meeting.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A morning shower in spots, with a high of 78 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 45.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Covington police arrest man on two felony child exploitation charges (aprsttammany.com) — Franklinton police helped with an investigation that led to a Covington man's arrest on two felony charges involving a minor. Covington police allege Justin Gomez Laura, 23, tried to arrange a meeting with a 15-year-old for sexual purposes. Authorities have not released a bond amount or court date.
   

• Louisiana Democrats Outline Targets for 2027 State House and Senate Elections (bestofneworleans.com) — Louisiana Democrats are targeting more than 40 legislative seats in 2027, hoping to build on Jamie Davis's narrow U.S. Senate loss. Their plan emphasizes candidate recruitment and campaign support, with several priority races in Jefferson and East Baton Rouge parishes. Republicans currently hold supermajorities in both legislative chambers.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Tangipahoa Parish teen facing several charges in ATV crash investigation (wgno.com)

Covington

  • Two hopefuls headed to runoff for partial Covington term (nola.com)
  • Operation Green Light returns this year to raise awareness for veterans transitioning to civilian life (unfilteredwithkiran.com)
  • Bacchus names Theo Von, a Covington native, as celebrity king for 2027 Mardi Gras parade (nola.com)

Ok Franklinton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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