Governor Edwards kicked-off the special session by explaining to legislators why he feels it’s important to use rainy day dollars to address a 304-million dollar budget deficit….:
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South and central Louisiana will face the possibility of more severe weather this afternoon and into tonight. State climatologist Barry Keim says the radar shows a strong line of storms moving in from Texas…:
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Couples around the country and across the Bayou State celebrate their love this Valentine’s Day in a variety of ways. Offers.com analyzed gift related keywords to determine the most popular Valentine’s Day items. Spokeswoman Kerry Sherin on what’s at the top of Louisianans’ wish lists…:
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Sherin says drop earrings and white gold chains for men rounded out the top five gifts.

Two state Senators file a resolution to expel Senator Troy Brown from the Upper Chamber due to two domestic violence convictions. Baton Rouge Senator Dan Claitor expects the first hearing will occur within two or three days..:
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It will take 26 out of 39 votes to expel the senator. Brown has said he plans to fight any effort to remove him from office.