No major legislation has been passed to solve the state’s problems as Louisiana is halfway through the legislative session. Emelie Gunn reports one state capitol reporter has never seen anything like this…:
Cut 3 (31) “I’m Emelie Gunn”

Today is tax day in Louisiana. State Department of Revenue Secretary Kimberly Robinson reminds taxpayers that if you miss the deadline to pay or file returns, you could face some charges…:
Cut 6 (10) “25%”
You can file and pay online at revenue.louisiana.gov.

The controversial bill designed to protect war monuments in Louisiana gets heard by the full House today. Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell says this measure is a response to the Confederate statues being removed in New Orleans, but these veterans’ blood was shed for the country as a whole…:
Cut 11 (08) “larger cause”
But Baton Rouge Representative Denise Marcelle says the local government in New Orleans has voted to take down these statues, and this bill is about usurping the authority of the local municipalities…:
Cut 12 (10) “we slide”
The measure narrowly passed in committee on a 10-8 vote.

Attorney General Jeff Landry is holding a news conference in Lafayette today to highlight a new initiative in the state’s efforts to fight opioid abuse, misuse, and overdose. The AG will speak on the matter at the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office beginning at 10am.