Louisiana broke a record for tourism in 2016 for the 5th year in a row. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says tourism is a great investment which needs to be protected by keeping historical sites, like Confederate monuments, in tact. He says that’s why he’s asking for President Trump’s to intervene.
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Louisiana is down to just three abortion clinics statewide, as Bossier City Medical Suites has closed. Executive Director of the New Orleans Abortion Fund, Amy Irvin says they are calling on lawmakers to cease their attacks on abortion access…:
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Pro-Life groups are pleased to see the clinics close and look forward to a day where babies are protected by law.

The feud continues between Governor John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry has once the AG’s office has filed suit against the administration. The lawsuit states the governor’s office doesn’t have the right to withhold 4 million dollars in operational funds from his agency. Landry says Edwards is being a hypocrite…:
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The Edwards Administration released a statement claiming this lawsuit is nothing more than a dog and pony show.

Tom Benson, who made millions of dollars in the auto sales business before buying the New Orleans Saints, is adding to his dealership empire. It was announced Tuesday that Benson is buying Cadillac of New Orleans.

Grammy, Emmy award-winning entertainer and New Orleans native Harry Connick Jr. will sing the national anthem at the Kentucky Derby next month.

Tornado survivors in Livingston and Orleans parishes have through today to register for assistance with FEMA. The site is disasterassistance.gov.