Man who killed three men 46-years ago when he was 16 granted parole
After 46 years in prison for the murders of three gay men in New Orleans, at the age of 16, 63-year-old Warren Harris Junior has been granted parole. Because he committed crimes as a teen, a state law passed in 2017, allowed juvenile lifers parole eligibility after 25 years. Harris apologized for his crimes. "To e...
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Governor Landry discusses his support of bill that makes major changes to state's public records law
A bill expected to generate a lot of debate in the final weeks of the regular session is a measure that seeks to restrict what kind of information can be released under the state's public records law. Governor Jeff Landry is seeking to keep out of public view many emails or documents that result in public policy being ...
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The cost of domestic violence in Louisiana is $10.1 billion
In addition to the emotional and psychological toll, domestic violence also has a financial cost. According to a Newcomb Institute study at Tulane University, in 2022 the price was a staggering $10.1 billion in Louisiana. "It's about 3.5% of our GDP as a state, that is similar to what you're seeing in some other c...
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Legislation to outlaw touching your cellphone while driving advances
Testimony for and against legislation to ban the use of touching your cell phone while driving in House Transportation was emotional this morning. Port Allen motorcyclist Anthony Summers supports the bill after being the victim of an accident caused by a distracted driver on their phone. He said the losses from the inc...
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Baker H.S. students who excel can have four-day school week
Baker High School juniors and seniors who keep their grades up and have acceptable conduct in school will be rewarded with a four-day school week. Superintendent J.T. Stroder said instead of negative reinforcement for students he suggested one with a positive twist. "If they meet certain attendance requirements, a...
Apr 22, 2024