Presidential campaigning is hitting Louisiana this weekend as Republican nomination contender Jeb Bush visits the Ruston area for a fundraiser. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says Bush’s visit means that Governor Bobby Jindal does not hold the support of many Louisiana residents, including prominent Republican supporters…:
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Because of his family name and financial strengths, Stockey considers the former Florida governor to be one of the top Republican candidates.

Country music fans are covering the Big Easy this weekend as Garth Brooks comes back for 4 shows for his first appearance in Louisiana in nearly 2 decades. New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau spokesperson Kristian Sonnier…:
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The Louisiana High School Officials Association executive committee meets on Sunday as referees plan to strike over pay and other work conditions. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The Department of Children and Family Services says they are putting new policies in place after a 47 pound malnourished 15-year-old was found in a Baton Rouge home this week living in deplorable conditions. DCFS Secretary Suzy Sonnier says now case workers will consult with medical professionals in the case of a child who is nonverbal and has special needs.