An ordinance has been approved in Iberville Parish that makes it illegal to burn the American flag. Kelley Ray has more.
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According to the Tax Foundation, Louisiana ranks 42nd for tax competitiveness. Senior Policy Analyst Jared Walczak says the state’s tax code is so complicated, it makes it difficult for new companies to conduct business here. The report also ranks Louisiana 50th for sales tax structure.

Research from LSU political communication professor Mike Henderson finds that voter turnout for statewide elections has been on the decline for over 30 years. Is it possible having election day on Saturday is hurting the turnout? Henderson says there two trains of thought…
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Voter turnout for last Saturday’s election was just 13-percent.

Authorities discovered humain remains in a burned out ditch on Old Boyce Road in Rapides Parish. Sheriff’s office spokesperson Tommy Carnline says an active investigation is underway….
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No other details have been provided.