Amid President Trump’s steep taxes on imports, most sectors of Louisiana’s economy are expected to suffer, according to economist Dr. Loren Scott. He says economists generally oppose tariffs, calling them “an evil plan.” However, a few industries may benefit, such as the Louisiana timber industry, because of reduced competition from Canadian wood…
Cut 3 (09) “…the amount of competition.”
This week is Love the Boot Week, a statewide anti-litter initiative in Louisiana.. The campaign, aimed at beautifying the state through volunteerism, has grown significantly since its inception, now including hundreds of groups across all 64 parishes. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser says the campaign encourages community involvement, noting that individuals who participate in cleanup efforts are 80-percent less likely to litter in the future.
Cut 30 (09) “…pay the price for it.”
Three people are dead, including a five-year-old child, and a fourth person, a seven-year-old is in critical condition from a house fire in Shreveport on Sunday morning. The three people killed in the fire have been identified as 84-year-old Mildred Carter, 56-year-old Eureka Garner, and five-year-old Ne-Vaeh Gardner. Shreveport Fire Chief Clarence Reese says a woman who lived at the home said all of the occupants were up when she left for work and now she’s completely heartbroken….
Cut 7 (08) “…prayed with them.”
A 34-year-old man wanted for killing his parents was apprehended in California. Authorities arrested Joshua Brocato in Los Angeles after he allegedly murdered Marc and Priscilla Brocato, at their Amite area home last week. Tangipahoa Sheriff Gerald Sticker says when Joshua Brocato was arrested on Friday, he had three guns on his possession and he was wearing military style attire.