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New Orleans could see massive tax revenue boost from Taylor Swift shows | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry| – 2024-10-04 15:35:00

SUMMARY: New Orleans, known for its vibrant entertainment scene, is set to welcome Taylor Swift for three concerts at the Caesars Superdome later this month. Anticipating a record-breaking revenue boost, the Stadium and Exposition District expects 80% to 90% of attendees will be out-of-town visitors. Recent have significantly increased hotel and food and beverage tax revenues, with hotel taxes reaching $96 million in the last fiscal year. Swift’s concerts are likely to surpass previous , further contributing to the ‘s economic uplift, as seen in other during her tours. Average attendance and income have increased significantly since 2022.

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TikTok Creator Booked for Murder

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www.youtube.com – WWLTV – 2024-10-04 11:13:54

SUMMARY: Popular TikTok star Mr. Prada, real name William Abraham, has been charged with the murder of a 69-year-old therapist, Tyrion . Investigators revealed footage showing Abraham entering Thomas’s apartment the day after the murder, dressed in the same clothes. The therapist’s body was later found wrapped in a blue tarp along Highway 51. Inside the apartment, authorities discovered evidence of a struggle, significant amounts of blood. For further details, viewers are encouraged to click the link for more stories on W plus.

A popular TikTok creator, known as Mr. Prada, has been and charged with the murder of a Baton Rouge therapist.

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Good Morning San Antonio 9 a.m. : Oct 04, 2024

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-10-04 10:12:31

SUMMARY: Good morning San Antonio! It’s October 4th and a warm Friday is ahead with temperatures in the low to mid-90s. We will check in with Sarah Costa at the San Antonio Zoo, which is opening its largest habitat ever: the Naylor Savannah. The zoo is also launching a unique Airbnb experience with incredible views of the animals. Meanwhile, continues with Hurricane Kirk and Tropical Storm Leslie posing no direct threat to . However, for local recovery efforts is highlighted by Kenneth Ander, who is running from DC to San Antonio to raise awareness for families dealing with substance abuse.

The KSAT 12 Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

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Landry announces plans for tax reform special session | Louisiana

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Nolan McKendry | – 2024-10-04 08:58:00

SUMMARY: Gov. Jeff Landry plans a special legislative in November to reform the ‘s tax system, arguing that the current structure puts Louisiana at a competitive disadvantage. His proposed plan aims to reduce personal income taxes, eliminating them for incomes up to $12,500 and instituting a flat 3% rate for higher earners. The reforms would expand sales taxes to include more services, with Landry suggesting they would boost take-home pay and close a $700 million budget shortfall. An independent analysis of the proposals is being conducted, as Louisiana faces challenges attracting businesses and due to its complex tax system.

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