The next chapter in Governor John Bel Edwards’ career will be written at the New Orleans law firm of Fishman Haygood. Senior partner Kerry Miller says Edwards will continue to focus on the economic and environmental benefits of green energy via their firm.
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As governor, Edwards announced more than $50 billion in renewable energy projects for the Bayou State.

The Dash Diet is once again ranked as one of the best diets a person can do to keep that New Year’s Resolution of a healthier lifestyle. Doctor Cathy Champagne is a nutritionist at the LSU Pennington Biomedical Research Center….
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The Dash Diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, fish and poultry, while reducing lean red meat and sweets.

Several state laws went into effect with the new year, one of them requires State Police to keep track of the demographics of the individuals involved in traffic stops with troopers. Baton Rouge Representative Denise Marcelle says the race, age and gender of the individuals go into a database…
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The U-S Justice Department is conducting an investigation into LSP after reports of unlawful force and racial discrimination against blacks.

Another new law requires Louisiana health insurance companies to pay fertility preservation costs for cancer patients whose treatment could render them sterile. The bill’s author, Baton Rouge Representative Paula Davis, says it applies to new health plans and existing health care plans.
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