14:30 LRN Newscast November 2

A retired Navy commander, who serves as an advocate to get better benefits for military veterans has declined an invitation to receive a special award at a Saints game. John Wells says he will not go to an NFL game, because of the anthem protests. He understands there is a reason to protests interactions between police and the public, but the Anthem is not the time to do it…
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Louisiana’s GOP Congressional delegation supports the tax plan that was unveiled by House Republicans today. Clay Higgins from St. Landry Parish says all Americans will benefit…
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But analysts say the plan could mean tax increases for many upper middle-income families.

Attorney General Jeff Landry is not happy the Edwards administration has filed a lawsuit against drug manufacturers over the opioid crisis and he’s asked a state judge to take over the suit. Michelle Southern has more…
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A Morning Consult poll has Governor Edwards approval rating at 52-percent. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says that’s a solid number for Democratic governor in a red state, but Edwards faces some big challenges in the coming months…
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