Be on the lookout for tax filing fraudsters this year. Louisiana Department of Revenue spokesperson Byron Henderson says it’s important to review your completed tax return before signing it and asking questions. Ultimately the taxpayer is responsible financially and legally for all information submitted on a return.
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Also, avoid hiring a preparer who bases their fee based on a percentage of the refund.
Tough night for the 13th ranked LSU basketball team last night as the Tigers were upset on their home floor, falling to Florida 82-77 in overtime. It’s been a dream season, but some fans started leaving before the final buzzer. Coach Will Wade isnt sweating that though.
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Governor John Bel Edwards defends the changes made to a tax break program for manufacturers while speaking at a statewide business summit. Jeff Palermo has the story…
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The group, Take Em Down NOLA, credited with pushing New Orleans into removing several Confederate statues, is asking the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club to stop wearing back face paint during the Zulu Parade on Fat Tuesday. But Zulu leaders have said the face paint will not come off as the black makeup was never intended to insult or degrade African-Americans.