State Superintendent of Education Doctor Cade Brumley is setting up a workgroup consisting of current teachers that will come up with solutions on how to improve work conditions for teachers….
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Brumley says excessive training, paperwork, scripted lessons and student discipline are some of the issues holding teachers back.

Gas prices are on the increase with the statewide average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana at $2.89, that’s up seventeen cents from a month ago. GasBuddy Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan it’s not surprising for this time of year.
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Because of the difficulty in finding drug companies willing to supply what’s needed to perform lethal injections, a bill has been filed to add options and protections to those companies. Brooke Thorington reports the legislation will be discussed in the crime special session which begins Monday.
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A Monroe woman faces charges after she stabbed a man in the heart on Valentine’s Day. The victim is recovering after undergoing surgery. Jessie Mae Washington has been charged with aggravated second-degree battery.