A report from American Builders and Contractors ranks Louisiana as the best business climate for construction. Vice President of Governmental Affairs with ABC of Louisiana, John Walters, says that’s due in large part to legislation state lawmakers have passed that benefits the construction industry…:
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He says they spend a lot of time and effort in training and education trying to make sure there is a skilled, qualified workforce in Louisiana.

The public is invited to attend the event tomorrow in Baton Rouge featuring president-elect Donald Trump who is coming to stump for US Senate candidate John Kennedy — but you have to RSVP. Mr. Trump is scheduled to be at the airport at noon. You can register online at EventBrite — search for “Trump.” Kennedy is facing Democrat Foster Campbell in Saturday’s runoff election.

A mental health reform bill co-authored by U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy is on its way to be signed into law by President Obama. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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Get ready to bundle up…it’s cold outside. State Climatologist Barry Keim says high temperatures will only be in the 40s for most of Louisiana…:
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Keim says below freezing temperatures will arrive before the weekend starts.