9:30 LRN Newscast January 24

The political director for the Louisiana Federation of Teachers says lawmakers need to finally address the concerns of teachers or even more will leave the profession. Brooke Thorington explains
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We are expected to hear more about education funding during a 2 PM press conference at the state capitol. Governor John Bel Edwards will outline his spending plan for the next fiscal year. Additional money for highway construction is also expected to be discussed.

With the pandemic, telemedicine has become a popular option for many doctors and patients. A telemedicine healthcare company called Nurx has begun offering services in Louisiana. They already operate in 32 states and Doctor Adrienne Robertson says they can help with birth control, STD treatment, migraines, and skincare…
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For more information go to Nurx.com.

Tax filing season begins today as Louisiana residents can file their federal and state tax returns. Federal taxes are due April 18th and state returns are due May 16th. Certified Public Accountant Conner Brown of Madisonville says taxpayers should be ready to file on time or pay the price…
cut 9 (14) “….to be late”