The state House once again decided to postpone the tax bills, one week from the day the legislative session must end. Governor John Bel Edwards says he’s getting concerned about the stale mate lawmakers are in right now as the GOP hesitates to raise taxes before they see more cuts in government spending. A more than $900 million dollar deficit must be filled by July 1st.

The Senate Finance Committee heard heartbreaking testimony today from parents of children with disabilities who want lawmakers to help fund programs to assist with raising their kids. A Zachary father says his 14-year-old son Blaine suffers from severe autism and another rare condition. He says with two other kids in college, he needs assistance from the state to help him take care of Blaine…:
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The testimony made several committee members emotional.

A tragic accident in Jefferson Davis Parish claimed the life of one 25 year old man and injured three others including a two year old child. State Police spokesman Sgt James Anderson says none of the adults were buckled up, but the two year old was restrained but still sustained injuries. He says not wearing seat belts had serious consequences for the adults involved…:
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25-year-old Kevin Daigle of Elton was pronounced dead at a Lafayette hospital.

Duck Dynasty fans are celebrating at the Duck Commander Warehouse in West Monroe as the show airs its 100th episode tonight. Willie Robertson’s wife Korie, says the small town of West Monroe has seen a huge boost in tourism since the show aired. She says the best thing about filming the show has been spending time together with their family…:
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The one hour season 9 finale airs tonight at 8pm on A&E.