The Louisiana legislature has only two more days left to reach a compromise on the budget. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says all eyes are on the House, who refuses to go along with a tax break that really doesn’t do anything, but it would keep Governor Bobby Jindal from vetoing several revenue generating bills that are close to final passage….

cut 13 (08) “override his veto”

The main focus of this legislative session has been the budget and a one-point-six billion dollar shortfall that if not resolved will result in big cuts to higher ed and health care.

Governor Bobby Jindal turns 44 years old today and the question is what does the future hold for him? Jindal is finishing his second term as governor and a possible presidential campaign is ahead of him. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says the governor is at a crossroads, career-wise…

cut 7 (08) “for Jindal”

Cross says the governor still has some good career prospects ahead of him.

Southeastern Louisiana University has partnered with LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center to create a new program helping college students prepare for careers working with children who are overweight. Pennington Assistant Professor, Dr. Amanda Staiano, says Project I-PAL is an interactive physical activity lab in Hammond…:

cut 4 (08) “more exciting”

Staiano says Project I-PAL will provide unique opportunities for children to engage in physical activity to address possible issues associated with their weight such as self-esteem and body image.