As tensions run high between the US and North Korea, some are concerned a nuclear war could be in the making. President Donald Trump recently said North Korea will be met with fire, fury, and power if threats persist against the US. Louisiana Congressman Ralph Abraham sits on the Armed Forces Committee and says the president seems to be sending a message to China..:
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The United Nations Security Council voted to impose coal sanctions on North Korea.

State officials are starting the conversation about how to address the looming fiscal cliff in 2018 when more than a billion dollars in temporary taxes expire. Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne says lawmakers are facing some stark options…:
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The Baton Rouge Area Foundation launches a new website that aims to help Louisiana parents of autistic children. Halen Doughty has more…:
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Baton Rouge has become the latest area of the state to impose a ban on smoking in bars and casinos. The East Baton Rouge Parish Metro council voted on the ordinance last night and it passed on a 7-5 vote. The smoke-free ordinance will not take effect until June of next year, and it does not include cities like Zachary, Baker and Central.