5:30 LRN Newscast

Governor Landry announced four initiatives aimed at strengthening the business climate in Louisiana. Among the initiatives is the creation of a website called Source Louisiana, which provides an easy platform for local businesses to showcase themselves for potential opportunities. 

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A 47-year-old Eunice woman is facing several charges for allegedly setting fire to a home with two juveniles inside. State Marshal’s Office spokesperson Ken Pastorick says the fire happened in May and after an extensive investigation detectives collected enough evidence to arrest Falice Anissa Oglesby…

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LSU coach Brian Kelly says quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is dealing with a torso injury. Should he play this Saturday against Southeastern Louisiana? Jeff Palermo has more…

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New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell wants to take another international trip – this, after she was ordered to limit her travel and surrender her passport. Cantrell is asking the court to grant her permission to take a family vacation to Iceland October 7th through the 13th. Prosecutors have not objected; if Judge Wendy Vitter approves, Cantrell will be given her passport back.