The first task force meeting to study the effect of illegal immigration on Louisiana taxpayers is today. Emelie Gunn has more….

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The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office says two men were arrested following a drug bust in New Iberia. Authorities say over $3,500 in cash, 5 firearms, and illegal drugs were seized in the operation. Dequincy Lewis and Patrick Sam were arrested and face numerous charges including possession with the intent to distribute schedule II narcotics and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The police investigation is ongoing and more arrests are expected.

The Louisiana Federation of Teachers and the Louisiana Association of Educators are teaming up to spotlight political candidates who support the best interest of public education. LFT Public Relations Director Les Landon says this is a very important election for public schools and the children of Louisiana…

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You can find more on the “It’s Time to Get it Right” campaign at itstimelouisiana-dot-com.

Former state lawmaker and ex-Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke plans to file suit to stop New Orleans from removing the Battle of Liberty Place monument. Duke says city leaders are trying to take away New Orleans’ heritage…

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The 124-year-old structure recognizes a group of prominent whites and ex-Confederates who fought against Louisiana’s biracial Reconstruction government.