6:30 March 19

Texas Governor Greg Abbott slammed Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards for his handling of the state’s economy, going as far to say that Edwards has made his job easier when it comes to attracting jobs to the Longhorn state. Abbott says Texas’ economy is growing, because of a business friendly environment, and wished the same for Louisiana, but…

Cut 4 (08) “…incentive.”

 

However a spokesperson for Governor Edwards’s re-election campaign said the governor has landed 100 major economic developments during his term.

There’s less than a month left before federal taxes are due. Metairie CPA Tyler Johnson says for those that need to file a six-month extension, it’s important to remember that the extension is only for filing a return, not for paying money if you owe on your taxes.

Cut 12 (07) “…the shortfall was.”

 

Louisiana State taxes are due May 15th.

 

 

LSU Football Coach Ed Orgeron is set to get more job security and a bump in pay. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Im Jeff Palermo”

 

The executive director of the Louisiana GOP Andrew Bautsch was arrested over the weekend for allegedly shoving a New Orleans Police Officer hours after his wedding. Bautsch has not commented on the incident, he’s on his honeymoon.