Louisiana has the best business climate for construction, according to a report from American Builders and Contractors. Halen Doughty has more:
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Temperatures in Louisiana will be gradually falling throughout the day, and State Climatologist Barry Keim says you can expect it to freeze before week’s end…:
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A landmark mental health reform bill co-authored by Republican U.S Senator Bill Cassidy is on its way to be signed into law by the President. One of the thing the act does is strengthens suicide prevention programs. Cassidy says the legislation also provides more funding for the massive opiod crisis…:
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He says it’s vital to expand access to resource for those who need treatment for mental disorders.

It’s office Christmas party time and it’s always good to brush up on reminders when it comes to imbibing with your co-workers. Tulane business professor Mark Rosa says always drink in moderation, and put your phone down and be social…:
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USA Today is reporting that Alabama offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin is close to signing a deal to be the next head coach at Houston. Kiffin is said to be one of the main people LSU is seeking to hire to be OC under head coach Ed Orgeron.