Author Archives: Jeff Palermo
IRS child tax credit portal open to unenroll and check eligibility
The deadline to unenroll from the child tax credit program was Monday night, that's if you are eligible and prefer to receive a lump sum refund check after you file. If you did not unenroll you'll sti...
Jun 28, 2021
Conservative Caucus calls on lawmakers to OK veto override session
The Louisiana Conservative Caucus is calling for lawmakers to vote in favor of heading into a veto override session to overturn the Governor's rejection of Constitutional Carry legislation. Caucus hea...
Jun 28, 2021 Rep Jack McFarland (R) Jonesboro
Two LSU-Health New Orleans students assist an overseas passenger mid-flight
On a recent overseas flight when a passenger needed medical attention, and a professional did not answer the call, two LSU Health New Orleans medical students jumped into action. Associate Dean for St...
Jun 28, 2021 Heather Duplessis and Lauren Bagneris. Courtesy of LSU Health Sciences Center Facebook Page
Louisiana could be among the highest in per-capita sports gaming revenue
PlayUSA.com projected Louisiana's sports gaming industry will see more than two and a half-billion dollars in annual wagering once the market matures. Analyst Eric Ramsey said the Bayou State has a lo...
Jun 27, 2021 Pictures of Money / CC
Governor's veto of concealed carry increases likelihood of historic veto session
Governor John Bel Edwards vetoes legislation granting the right to conceal carry a firearm without a permit for ages 21 and up. The bill had popular support in both chambers during the session. Edward...
Jun 26, 2021 Stuart Seeger / CC
Demand for vehicles is high, but supply is low
If you're looking to buy a car this summer, be prepared for sticker shock, dealers say demand is high, but supply is low. According to Black Book used car prices have climbed 30% in the past year. Lou...
Jun 25, 2021 Emilio Labrador / CC
Governor Edwards vetoes bill that would allow conceal carry of a gun without a permit or training
Governor John Bel Edwards vetoed a bill Friday that would allow a person 21-and-older to carry a concealed firearm without a permit or training. The action comes on the heels of a controversial veto t...
Jun 25, 2021 DonkeyHotey / CC
Louisiana college athletes can start earning endorsements July 1st
Effective July 1st Louisiana student-athletes will be able to profit from the use of their name image and likeness without it impacting their status. UL System President Jim Henderson said the change ...
Jun 25, 2021 Pictures of Money / CC
FBI Agent arrested for multiple sexual charges involving juveniles
Law enforcement arrests one of their own for multiple charges including rape and indecent behavior with children. State Police Sargent Scott Moreau said after an investigation by their Special Victims...
Jun 25, 2021 David Harris (courtesy of Ascension Parish)
LSU expected to name Jay Johnson as its new baseball coach
Sources say LSU has hired Arizona Coach Jay Johnson as its new head baseball coach. Johnson led Arizona to the College World Series twice in six seasons in Tuscon. He's also been a head coach at Nevad...
Jun 24, 2021 Photo Courtesy of Arizona Wildcats athletics
