According to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index, Louisiana ranks 42nd for tax competitiveness. Senior Policy Analyst Jared Walczak says since the state’s tax code is so complicated, it makes it difficult for new companies to conduct business here…:
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The index reports Louisiana ranks 50th for the state’s sales tax structure.

Louisiana’s entrepreneurship program to boost business opportunities for veterans in the state has just started its first class. State Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says many corners of the state are seeing tremendous work growth…:
Cut 11 (11) “northwest Louisiana”
The Louisiana Veterans Entrepreneurship Program includes a boot camp and ongoing counseling from small business partners for veterans as they leave active duty.

LSU’s Paul Mainieri has been named the manager of the 2018 USA Collegiate team…:
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Halloween is right around the corner, and a new survey by Offers.com finds that kids and adults in Louisiana won’t be the only ones dressing up this year…:
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Shoppers and savings expert Carson Yarbrough says they found Louisiana trick or treaters like Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups best, followed by Twix and M&Ms.

The first class of the Louisiana Veteran Entrepreneurship Program has started training military vets to run their own business. State Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says the class helps veterans wanting to go into business, by taking online classes and boot camp training on the LSU campus..:
Cut 10 (13) “business startups”
They hope to train over 100 participants in the first year with a long term goal of creating hundreds of new jobs.

The Iberville Parish Council voted unanimously last night to approve an ordinance to outlaw the desecration of official flags in the parish. The mandate protects the American flag, the Louisiana state flag, and any official flags of Iberville Parish. The ACLU of Louisiana calls the ordinance a violation of the public’s constitutional rights and “unenforceable.”

Louisiana ranks 42nd in tax competitiveness, according to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index. Emelie Gunn has more..:
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With Halloween less than two weeks away, a new survey finds Louisianians should stock up on Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to make trick or treaters happiest. Shoppers and savings expert Carson Yarbrough with Offers.com says a lot of folks will be celebrating next Tuesday…:
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Louisiana veterans are encouraged to start new businesses…:
Cut 2 (30) “I’m Kelley Ray”

It’s being reported that the suspect in the deadly shooting spree in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes called cops to identify himself as the killer. Had he not called, Ryan Sharpe was never a suspect. He is facing three counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder.

According to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index, Louisiana ranks 42nd on tax competitiveness. Senior Policy Analyst Jared Walczak says the state has one of the nation’s most complex tax structures, with many taxes most states have foregone…:
Cut 4 (09) “decision making”
Walczak says Louisiana could benefit greatly if it simplified its tax code.

A recent survey by Offers-dot-com has revealed the favorite Halloween candy in Louisiana for this trick or treating season. Shoppers and savings expert Carson Yarbrough says the state follows the nationwide trend in what their favorite Halloween candy is…
Cut 13 (07) “and Twix”
The average consumer spends 75-dollars a year on candy, costumes and decorations.

According to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index, Louisiana ranks 42nd on tax competitiveness. Senior Policy Analyst Jared Walczak says the state has one of the nation’s most complex tax structures, and would benefit greatly if it were simplified…:
Cut 6 (08) “worth doing”
The index reports Louisiana ranks 50th for the state’s sales tax structure.

The first class of the Louisiana Veteran Entrepreneurship Program has started training military vets to run their own business. State Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says recent economic growth is making this a good time for veterans to venture into the small business world:
Cut 12 (07) “or service”
He says the initial boot camp will be followed by long-term counseling from small business resource partners.

A lethal disease of palm trees has been positively verified in Louisiana. Lethal yellowing was detected in silver date palms and Chinese windmill palms in Baton Rouge. LSU AgCenter plant doctor Raj Singh says the pathogen is known to cause decline in more than 35 palm species..:
Cut 7 (07) “queen palm”
Diseased trees usually die within five months.

The Iberville Parish Council voted unanimously to approve an ordinance outlawing the desecration of any official flags. Penalties for violating the law could range from a $1,000 fine to a 6-month jail sentence. The ACLU opposes the ordinance saying it violates the Constitution.

Louisiana ranks 42^nd in tax competitiveness, according to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index. Emelie Gunn has more…

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Louisiana veterans are encouraged to start new businesses.  Kelley Ray has more…

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LSU’s Paul Mainieri has been named the manager of the 2018 USA Collegiate team. Jeff Palermo has more on this big time honor…

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According to the Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate Index, Louisiana ranks 42^nd on tax competitiveness. Senior Policy Analyst Jared Walczak says the Bayou State has one of the nation’s most complex tax structures. He says Louisiana has a number of taxes that most states have foregone.

Cut 4  (09) “decision making”

Wyoming ranked number one in the nation when it comes to tax competitiveness and New Jersey came in 50^th. Walczak says Louisiana’s complex tax code makes it difficult for new companies to conduct business.

Cut 5  (11)  “in Louisiana”

The index reports Louisiana ranks 50^th for the state’s sales tax structure. Walczak says Louisiana could benefit greatly if it simplified its tax code.

Cut 6 (08) “worth doing”

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A deadly disease is affecting some palm trees in Louisiana.  Lethal yellowing and date palm lethal decline have been recently confirmed on silver date palms and Chinese windmill palms in Baton Rouge recently.  Previously the disease was only found in Florida. LSU AgCenter plant doctor Raj Singh says the pathogen is known to cause decline in more than 35 palm species…

Cut 7 (07)  “queen palm.”

The symptoms usually are manifest in the discoloration of older leaves, which eventually die.  There is an antibiotic to help trees called Oxytetracycline or OTC.  But Dr. Singh says you can’t spray it on…

Cut 8 (07) “just spraying.”

Dr. Singh says they are trying to prevent the spread of the disease so accurate identification of this disease is required for effective disease management…

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The first class of the Louisiana Veteran Entrepreneurship Program has started training military vets to run their own business.  State Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says the class helps veterans wanting to go into business, by taking online classes and boot camp training on the LSU campus…

Cut 10 (13)  “business startups.”

Pierson says they are seeking all veterans young and old to get involved in a business that will be successful for them.  He says some areas of Louisiana are seeing tremendous growth…

Cut 11 (11) “northwest Louisiana.”

Pierson says recent economic growth is making this a good time for veterans to venture out into the small business world…

Cut 12 (07) “or service.”

They hope to train over 100 participants in the first year with a long term goal of creating 100 new jobs through the businesses created from this program.

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A recent survey by Offers-dot-com has revealed the favorite Halloween candy in Louisiana for this trick or treating season.  Shoppers and savings expert Carson Yarbrough says the state follows the nationwide trend in what their favorite Halloween candy is…

Cut 13 (07) “and Twix.”

The average consumer spends 75-dollars a year on candy, costumes and decorations.  Yarbrough says there will be an overwhelming amount of trick or treaters in the streets on Halloween…

Cut 14 (08) “for Halloween.”

It’s not only the kids and adults getting into the fun.  Yarbrough says those furry friends are also taking part…

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Favorite Halloween costumes include classic such as witches, mummies and Frankenstein…

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LSU and Ole Miss will meet for the 106th time this Saturday when the two teams get together for a Saturday night kick-off in Oxford. The Tigers have won 11 of the last 15 against the Rebels dating back to 2002. But it’s been 2011 since LSU’s last win at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Fifth-year senior defensive end Christian LaCouture knows what this rivalry is all about

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The Rebels are 3-and-3 and won their first SEC game of the year last week as they pounded Vanderbilt 57-45. Ole Miss ranks second to last in the SEC in total defense, but LSU Quarterback Danny Etling says the Rebels “D” presents some challenges

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Ole Miss excels in the passing game. They rank number one in the SEC in pass offense thanks to former Calvary Baptist Quarterback Shea Patterson. But Cornerback Donte Jackson says there’s no added pressure on the defense this week

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The Pelicans tip off a new season tonight in Memphis. With a healthy Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday, along with a full season from DeMarcus Cousins,  there’s a belief New Orleans can be one of the eight playoff teams in the difficult Western Conference. Cousins says he’s ready to prove that two talented big men on the floor can lead to victories in today’s NBA that focuses more on outside shooting….

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The Pelicans haven’t made the playoffs the last two years and bad starts to the season are a major reason why. New Orleans home opener on Friday is against defending champion Golden State, then a three-game road trip and then a home game against Cleveland. Guard Jrue Holiday says they know it’s important get wins in October and November

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New Orleans Police say an 18 month old girl is dead after her father stabbed and suffocated her. Chief Michael Harrison says 45-year-old Mark Hambrick told police God made him do it; and the father called to report what he’d done himself. Harrison says Hambrick told officers he’d be waiting on the porch, which makes cops suspect mental illness…:

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Hambrick is under arrest.

A Ruston school was destroyed following a fire.  Paul E. Slaton Head Start caught on fire around 6 this morning.  Officials say no one was inside when the fire started.  Power lines were damaged, knocking out power to over 30 homes.  Investigators are trying to determine the cause of fire.

Funeral arrangements have been set for NOPD Officer Marcus McNeil, who was killed in the line of duty on October 13th. Visitation will be held Friday at the D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home Chapel, and Saturday at the Household of Faith Church with services to follow.

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A Clinton man arrested last week tipped police off himself.  The Associated Press says 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe was not a suspect in three murders and one attempted murder in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes until he called police and id’ed himself as the suspect.  Officers arrested Sharpe after leading them on a high speed chase.  The murders started in July and were all in a 15 mile radius…

A tiger who became a roadside attraction in Grosse Tete has died. Tony the Tiger had lived at the Iberville Parish Tiger Truck Stop since 2001. There have been legal battles between Tony’s owner Michael Sandlin and the Animal Legal Defense Fund. Sandlin’s attorney Jennifer Treadway says her client plans to get another tiger and he has a permit to do so..:
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The Animal Legal Defense Fund feels Tony’s death demonstrates how the legal system leaves wildlife vulnerable to exploitation.

Louisiana voters will likely be gearing up for a gubernatorial runoff election in 2019.  GOP Chairman Roger Villere says one big name has been mentioned a lot for the election is U.S. Senator John Kennedy.  He says he is a formidable candidate for the position…

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Villiere says many other politicians have voiced interest in running for Governor.

A Clinton man arrested last week tipped police off himself.  The Associated Press says 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe was not a suspect in three murders and one attempted murder in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes until he called police and id’ed himself as the suspect.  Officers arrested Sharpe after leading them on a high speed chase.  The murders started in July and were all in a 15 mile radius…

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An 18-month old child is dead following a gruesome murder in New Orleans.  Police say the father 45-year-old Mark Hambrick told police “God made him do it.”  The exact motive of why Hambrick killed his daughter is unknown.  Police Chief Michael Harrison says they are seeking any information about Hambrick that will help them with the investigation…

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Hambrick is in custody with charges to be filed later.

A tiger who became a roadside attraction in Grosse Tete is dead.  Tony the Tiger was euthanized Monday.  He lived at the Tiger Truck Stop for over 17 years.  Senior Staff Attorney for the Animal Legal Defense Fund Tony Eliseuson has been fighting for Tony’s freedom for seven years.  Eliseuson says they stand ready to prevent another tiger from living there…

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Owner Michael Sandlin plans to get another tiger soon.

A Clinton man arrested by police last week tipped police off himself.  The Associated Press says 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe was not a suspect in three murders and one attempted murder in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes until he called police and id’ed himself as the suspect.  Officers arrested Sharpe after leading them on a high speed chase.  The murders started in July and were all in a 15 mile radius…

A tiger who became a roadside attraction was put to sleep Monday.  Michelle Southern has more…

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An 18-month-old is dead following a gruesome murder.  New Orleans Police says the father, 45-year-old Mark Hambrick told police “God made him do it.”  Police Chief Michael Harrison says Hambrick called himself into police several hours after he killed the child…

Cut 7 (09) “old child.” 

Hambrick is in custody with charges to be filed later.

Two years from now, Louisiana voters will likely be gearing up for a gubernatorial runoff election. GOP Chairman Roger Villere says they plan to go after current Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards in a big away. He says Edwards does not share many of the conservative beliefs of Louisiana voters.

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Villere says one big name that has been mentioned a lot for the 2019 election is U.S. Senator John Kennedy.