Lawmakers could be heading into a special session in November to hash out tax reform. Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson says they’re mainly looking to reform sales tax, personal income tax and corporate income and franchise tax. Nelson says the goal is to simplify the tax code.

Cut 3 (10) “…other states have.”

Nelson says the complexity of the tax code is preventing the state from attracting companies.

Congresswoman Julia Letlow is making the case for her re-election directly to voters in Louisiana’s Fifth Congressional District this week with the launch of her first ad for the 2024 election cycle.

Cut 13 (12) “…hardworking people.” 

In the 60-second ad, Letlow outlines her unifying vision to ensure that the next generation of Louisianans can use the state’s resources and natural advantages to catapult to success.

A tropical storm is developing in the Gulf of Mexico this week that is expected to be a Category 2 Hurricane later this week, but not expected to hit Louisiana.  Sean Richardson has the story.

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LSU turned it up in the second half of Saturday’s game to pull away from UCLA. Only problem is – many fans sitting along the east sideline didn’t stick around to see it. That’s because the scorching late afternoon heat made it so unbearable that several dozen fans required medical attention.

Lawmakers could soon be headed back to Baton Rouge to hash out tax reform. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Early voting for the November 5^th election begins October 18^th. In the 5^th congressional district, Democrat Michael Vallien and Republican Vinney Mendoza are challenging incumbent Republican Julia Letlow and she is taking her message directly to the voters in a newly released ad campaign saying she’s worked in Congress to secure billions in investments…

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Louisiana is experiencing relatively calm weather at the beginning of the week. However, LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Kein says future Tropical Storm Helene could bring more significant activity as the week progresses. A cold front is expected to move through the region, which may shift conditions, but it isn’t anticipated to cause major disruptions.

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Louisiana Tech rallied back from a ten-point, fourth quarter deficit, only to lose in overtime 23-20 to Tulsa. Bulldogs Coach Sonny Cumbie is disappointed they could not send Bulldog fans home with a win…

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Lawmakers could be heading into a special session in November to hash out tax reform. Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson says they’re mainly looking to reform three types of taxes – sales tax, personal income tax and corporate income and franchise tax. He says the state could update the tax code to capture taxes from online transactions…

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Nelson says the current tax code is one of the main reasons Louisiana is the only state in the South losing population.

Congresswoman Julia Letlow is going straight to the voters in her bid for re-election to Louisiana’s Fifth Congressional District. In her newly launched 60-second ad, Letlow outlines her vision.

Cut 14 (08) “…thrive and prosper.”

Also vying for the seat are Democrat Michael Vallien and Republican Vinney Mendoza. Election Day is November 5th and Early Voting begins on October 18th.

A tropical storm is developing in the Gulf of Mexico this week that is expected to be a Category 2 Hurricane later this week, but not expected to hit Louisiana.  Sean Richardson has the story.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

LSU linebacker Harold Perkins tore his ACL while making a tackle in Saturday’s win over UCLA. LRN sports director Jeff Palermo says LSU’s defense has been a work in progress this year and the Tigers could not afford to lose one of its best athletes…

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The Tigers lost veteran defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory to an Achilles tendon injury in the home opener to Nicholls.

This week Louisiana weather is relatively calm so far. However, LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Kein says future Tropical Storm Helene could bring more significant activity. He says impacts to Louisiana should be minimal, with Alabama and Florida likely in the storm’s crosshairs bringing us a cold front and welcome fall weather…

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LSU football has lost one of its best players for the season as linebacker Harold Perkins tore an ACL in his knee while making a tackle in Saturday’s win over UCLA. Perkins has not forced any turnovers this season and has zero sacks, but LRN sports director Jeff Palermo says his loss will be felt

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Lawmakers could soon be headed back to Baton Rouge to hash out tax reform. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Congresswoman Julia Letlow is making the case for her re-election directly to voters in Louisiana’s Fifth Congressional District this week with the launch of her first ad for the 2024 election cycle.

Cut 13 (12) “…hardworking people.” 

She says she’s worked for billions in investments for Louisiana.

Lawmakers could be heading into a special session in November to hash out tax reform. Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson says the complexity of the tax code is preventing the state from attracting companies.

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Nelson says the current tax code is one of the main drivers behind the fact that Louisiana is the only state in the South that’s losing population.

LSU turned it up in the second half of Saturday’s game to pull away from UCLA. Only problem is – many fans sitting along the east sideline didn’t stick around to see it. That’s because the scorching late afternoon heat made it so unbearable that several dozen fans required medical attention. Coach Brian Kelly says this is why LSU prefers to play games at night, especially in the first half of the season.

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LSU’s next home game against South Alabama will have a late start time this Saturday. Kickoff is slated for 6:45 p.m.

Louisiana is experiencing relatively calm weather at the beginning of the week. However, LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Kein says future Tropical Storm Helene could bring some showers and a cold front.  While this system is still in its early stages and hasn’t fully developed, it has the potential to gain strength as it moves across the warm waters of the Gulf.

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The Saint’s offense couldn’t be stopped in the first two games, but yesterday New Orleans only found the end zone once in a 15 to 12 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. It’s the first loss of the season for New Orleans, but quarterback Derek Carr says they still have a good team…

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The Saints are now 2-and-1 and will be at the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Carr says they are facing adversity for the first time, so now they have to respond…

Lawmakers could be heading into a special session in November to hash out tax reform. Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson says they’re mainly looking to reform three types of taxes – sales tax, personal income tax and corporate income and franchise tax. Nelson says the goal is to simplify the tax code.

Cut 3 (10) “…other states have.”

Nelson says the complexity of the tax code is preventing the state from attracting companies.

Louisiana is experiencing relatively calm weather at the beginning of the week. However, LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Kein says future Tropical Storm Helene could bring more significant activity as the week progresses.

Cut 10 (12) “…ensuing days.”

While this system is still in its early stages and hasn’t fully developed, it has the potential to gain strength as it moves across the warm waters of the Gulf.

LSU turned it up in the second half of Saturday’s game to pull away from UCLA. Only problem is – many fans sitting along the east sideline didn’t stick around to see it. That’s because the scorching late afternoon heat made it so unbearable that several dozen fans required medical attention. Coach Brian Kelly addressed it after the game.

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Kelly said this is why LSU prefers to play games at night, especially in the first half of the season. LSU’s next home game against South Alabama this Saturday WILL have a late start time. Kickoff is slated for 6:45 p.m.

DCFS is offering a limited-time promotion to help parents who have lost their driver’s licenses due to unpaid child support. Child Support Enforcement Director Konitra Jack says the “On the Road Again” initiative aims to help parents regain mobility and maintain employment, which can ultimately benefit both the parents and their children.

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The promotion ends October 31, and all payments must be received by that date.

A Toronto-based biofuels firm is proposing what will be the world’s largest carbon-negative renewable natural gas plant in St. John the Baptist Parish. Woodland Biofuels Chief Business Development Officer J.P. Solmes (like “Holmes”) says the location has everything the company was looking for.

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Solmes says the facility would create hundreds of good jobs.

Black bears have invaded Pointe Coupee Parish, and authorities are calling for changes to address the growing bear population.  Sean Richardson has more.

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LSU turned it up in the second half of Saturday’s game to pull away from UCLA. Only problem is – many fans sitting along the east sideline didn’t stick around to see it. That’s because the scorching late afternoon heat made it so unbearable that several dozen fans required medical attention. Coach Brian Kelly said after the game that’s why the team likes playing games at night, especially early in the season.