13:30 Newscast, August 7th, 2017

Congress has recessed for the summer and many lawmakers are disappointed not much was accomplished. U.S Senator John Kennedy says when they come back they need to focus on tax cuts. He believes everyone’s tax bracket should be slashed by two percent…:
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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says the coming of the inaugural Flambeau Fest in Ascension Parish, whose lineup was announced today, is another example of how tourism in Louisiana is alive and well. He says the October 7 & 8 shows could begin another tradition that eventually attracts visitors the way Jazzfest and Bayou Country Superfest do…:
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Sam Hunt, Hank Williams Jr. and Lynyrd Skynyrd are among the headliners. Tickets went on sale today at flambeaufest.com.

The Cajun Prince, former Governor Edwin Edwards turns 90 today. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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Authorities have identified a suspect in case of a woman who was allegedly kidnapped in Lafayette and later found in Baton Rouge. The Lafayette Police Department says Lawrence Michael Handley is wanted for second-degree kidnapping, attempted second-degree kidnapping, and violation of a protective order. The victim was later found safe in West Baton Rouge.