There’s some good news on the home insurance front. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says Louisiana’s insurance market is stronger and more competitive today than it was before Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. And he says 2014 homeowner’s rates rose by just 2.8-percent on average…
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He credits the creation of a statewide building code and new laws encouraging homeowners to strengthen their properties.

The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approves a plan that will help more low income families receive federal assistance for daycare. The Childcare Assistance Program is much needed, according to State Superintendent of Education John White…
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A man who was allegedly threatening some of his family members in Downsville has been shot by Union Parish sheriff’s deputies. State Police Troop F Spokesman Michael Reichardt says deputies were called out to the disturbance around 10:30 pm Tuesday night…
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The unnamed suspect is in serious condition in a Shreveport hospital.

A deputy from Jeff Davis Parish is being called a hero today after rescuing three people who were sleeping inside a burning home in Lacassine. Sheriff’s Office Spokesperson Chris Ivey says Deputy Josh Bienvenu saw the house completely engulfed in flames the overnight hours…
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In some campaign news, Republican Scott Angelle announces that the former Miss USA and Breaux Bridge native Ali Landry is endorsing the Public Service Commissioner for governor.