Opening arguments are scheduled to begin today in the murder trial of a law enforcement officer accused of fatally shooting a six-year-old boy. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Deputy who was shot and killed in the line of duty at a barber shop Friday was conducting a rape investigation, according to officials. They only say that 43-year-old Sgt. Shawn Anderson was struggling with the suspect with another deputy when shots were fired. Anderson succumbed to his injuries at a hospital. And the suspect was also injured and is being treated. State Police is investigating.

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says it’s disappointing the state is reopening the bidding process to find a company to oversee the homeowner assistance program for flood victims. He says Congress approved one-point-six billion dollars last year, and this is just another delay…:
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But the governor’s office says they weren’t pleased with the initial offers, and the second round of bidding will be expedited.

Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana expands their KIDLINE services to 24 hours a day. The hotline services parents, victims of child abuse, and others who need a listening ear. PCA Louisiana Executive Director Amanda Brunson says a grant from the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement provided dollars to have counselors available around the clock…:
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The 24 hour hotline is 1-800-CHILDREN.