There’s a growing concern in northwest Louisiana over a plan to burn 15-million pounds of M6 propellant in steel trays at Camp Minden. Minden Mayor Tommy Davis says they’re worried about possible health effects…:
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The explosive propellant once belonged to Explo Systems, who went bankrupt which is why it’s in bunkers at Camp Minden. It’s deteriorating so there is a worry it could explode if not disposed of soon.

Judge’s in the 5th circuit court of appeals will hear arguments today for three cases involving Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi’s ban on same-sex marriage. A Federal judge upheld the state’s ban on same-sex marriage last year but the ruling was appealed. Tulane Constitutional Law Professor Keith Werhan says the 5th Circuit is one of the most conservative in the nation…:
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He says the ultimate decision will come from the US Supreme Court, possibly this year.

Louisiana public schools receive an overall grade of D-plus from Education Week’s annual report card. Scott Carwile has the story…:
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A 25-year-old Shreveport woman has been charged with negligent homicide after her son was killed in an accident she was involved in. Cops say the 6-year-old child was in the front seat and was not wearing a seat belt when the crash took place. They also believe Quirtish Allen was speeding. her bond was set at $45,000.