Shawn Wilson quitting transportation post ahead of likely bid for Louisiana governor

Louisiana transportation chief Shawn Wilson said Wednesday he is quitting his post — a move that comes ahead of an expected bid for governor. Wilson, who is secretary of the state Department of Transportation and Development, said his resignation is effective March 4 after seven years in the position. "It's with a heavy heart and passion for public service that I step away from DOTD," he said in a statement. "Now I have new adventures and goals ahead and it is time to make a life-changing move." In his resignation...