Associated Press

Louisiana state agencies have released a 43-page report that provides an overview of the state's tax structure and the $6.8 billion in tax breaks on the books.

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LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) — Mitt Romney says the risk of conflict in the Middle East has grown under President Barack Obama's leadership.

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Mitt Romney is showing his softer side, while President Barack Obama works to extend his cash advantage as both men begin a final month sprint to Election Day.

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An exhibit of paintings by New Orleans artist Jim Richard titled "Make Yourself At Home" has opened at the New Orleans Museum of Art Great Hall and will be on display through Feb. 24, 2013.

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Republican Mitt Romney is trying to ride a wave of momentum from a strong debate performance against President Barack Obama and reset the presidential campaign.

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A new website launched last month by the Opelousas Police Department to help the rightful owners to recover their stolen property is producing results.

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President Barack Obama and Republican Mitt Romney come face to face for the first time in this presidential campaign Wednesday for a nationally televised debate that will give millions of Americans a chance to size up two fierce competitors in a moment of high-risk theater.

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A Texas family law judge suspended since his daughter released a video of him beating her with a belt several years ago when she was a teenager has waived his right to appeal a sanction from the state.

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Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney says the upcoming presidential debate isn't about winning and losing.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — American International Group says the government may designate the company large enough to pose a risk to the broader financial system. The label would subject the bailed-out insurance giant to greater federal oversight.

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