 | BY JEFF ADELSON | Staff writer |
Good morning and happy Wednesday. Here are some of our top headlines.
Immigration enforcement: A state Senate committee advanced a controversial bill to give Louisiana police the ability to enforce federal immigration law on Tuesday, a measure similar to one currently being challenged in Texas. The bill comes as Gov. Jeff Landry has pushed a variety of measures aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration, including a $3 million plan to send Louisiana National Guard troops to the Texas border. Meghan Friedmann has the latest.
Auto empire expands: Troy Duhon is now the largest Louisiana-based car dealer after finalizing the purchase of four West Bank dealerships from the estate of Ray Brandt. The purchase includes a few outlets that have a special meaning for Duhon, including the lots where he sold his first car and where he met his wife. Anthony McAuley lays out what the purchase means for Duhon's empire.
Jazz Fest cubes: The cubes are out! Keith Spera has all the details on this year's schedule, while Ian McNulty has you covered if you're more interested in the culinary side of things.
Thanks for reading, and check out all the latest news, sports and entertainment coverage from The Times-Picayune. Jeff | 
