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A 55-page report from House Democrats accuses Freedom 250 of America's birthday celebrations for profit, using questionable fundraising methods. Watchdog groups had already sounded alarms.
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Street closures will take place on Saturday, July 4
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David Courvelle, 56, a former Contract Detention Officer at the South Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Basile, Louisiana, was sentenced to three years in federal prison. -
The pavilion brings together state agencies, businesses, regional economic development organizations, higher education institutions and community partners from across Louisiana to present a unified story about the state's strengths. -
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Jack Montoucet, 78, was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for conspiring to defraud the United States by soliciting and accepting kickbacks in return for awarding a state contract.
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Former White House ethics lawyer Richard Painter says President Trump "stands alone" in having substantial financial conflicts of interest and that, "for every other executive branch official, it would be a violation." -
Man, it's a hot one! Don't go out in this summer's heat wave before you arm yourself with these tips and a really big water bottle. -
Mass deportations would be felt across hospitals and emergency rooms, which already face persistent staffing shortfalls. The long-term healthcare sector will suffer the greatest disruptions, experts say.
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A member of the Louisiana Tech faculty since 2013, Jamie Newman most recently served as the director of the School of Biological Sciences
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Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
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