8:30 LRN Newscast July 13

The state’s trigger laws that bans abortions have once again been blocked by a Louisiana judge. Baton Rouge Judge Don Johnson issued a temporary restraining order, which means abortions can resume for now. Judge Johnson has scheduled a hearing for Monday to determine if he should grant a preliminary injunction until a trial can be held on the constitutionality of the trigger laws.

Meanwhile, Baton Rouge Police is investigating vandalism that took place at a pro-life medical clinic. The clinic offers free pregnancy services but spray painted messages say it’s a fake clinic and abortion is a right. Louisiana Right To Life spokesperson Sarah Zagorski says the vandals are oppressing women they advocate for..
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The National Federation of Independent Business says small business expectation for future conditions has hit an all-time low. NFIB state director Dawn McVea says small business owners say supply chain issues, inflated costs and high fuel prices are combining to make their outlook for future months poor. But she says fewer owners are raising retail prices…
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Is the current economy hurting Louisiana’s real estate market? Kevin Gallagher reports…:
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