Lawmakers have until midnight tonight to come to an agreement on how many rainy day dollars to use to address a $304 million midyear deficit. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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The Powerball tonight is up to $403 million dollars. Louisiana Lottery spokeswoman Kimberly Chopin says the last time we had a big winner in state was May 2013…:
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Smokers who work for the state could be paying more for health insurance soon under a plan by the Office of Group Benefits. Chief executive officer Tommy Teague says a charge like the 50 dollar a month extra if you smoke is already common in the private sector..:
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He says individuals who receive health insurance through the state would be required to self-report if they are a smoker.

A movie is being filmed in Monroe that highlights the importance of mentorship and fatherhood. Executive Producer Rodney Ray says “Cowboy & Indiana” follows a troubled bull rider chasing a million dollar bounty on a killer bull. Ray says the biggest challenge they face during production in northeast Louisiana is filming the bulls…:
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To learn more about “Cowboy & Indiana” and find out how to get involved, visit r2films.net.