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House Republicans Pass $95 Billion Budget Blueprint With Iran War Funding
The narrow 216-214 vote advances a $95 billion reconciliation package that includes defense, farm aid and election provisions.
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Daily 5 at 5, Baton Rouge, 28 July 2026
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Good evening from Baton Rouge. It's 28 July 2026, and this is Daily 5 at 5. First, House Republicans Pass $95 Billion Budget Blueprint With Iran War Funding. The narrow 216-214 vote advances a $95 billion reconciliation package…. Next, New Development Projects Reshape Baton Rouge Neighborhoods and Spur Local Growth. Approved mixed-use builds on Government Street and near the State…. Then, Baton Rouge Rents Hit $1,475 as Vacancy Rate Drops to 4.8%. Median rents reached $1,475 in June amid a 4.8 percent…. Also, Baton Rouge Overhauls Commercial Property Tax Valuations Starting 2027. The July 8 vote updates valuation methods for commercial parcels…. Finally, Baton Rouge Residents Cut Screen Time With Phone-Free Hour Strategy. Baton Rouge residents are carving out deliberate phone-free windows to…. That's your Daily 5 at 5 for Baton Rouge. We'll be back tomorrow.
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