Governor John Bel Edwards gave an update today on where they are with discussions and meetings around the state on how to avoid Louisiana’s looming $1 billion dollar fiscal cliff. He says he is willing to be flexible in negotiations, but that does not extend to the 5th penny of the sales tax unless it’s used as a bridge to whatever additional revenue is approved…:
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The governor says he plans to unveil a budget proposal on January 19th, but it will include $1 billion in cuts to fill the gap since no decision will have been made on taxes at that point.

Hammond Representative Chris Broadwater announced his resignation earlier today after six years in the state house. The Republican says the decision was not influenced by any budding scandals, he just felt the time was right for him to leave the legislature…:
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If your children are wanting to make sure Christmas gifts get to your loved ones and on time, Matt Doyle says make sure they are properly addressed and packaged…:
Cut 1 (31) “I’m Matt Doyle”

The ACLU of Louisiana has filed a suit challenging Webster Parish School District’s practice of what the group says subjects students to Christian prayer and other religious rituals.

U-L Lafayette has introduced Billy Nappier as its new football coach. Napier is a former assistant under Nick Saban at Alabama.