The first hearing on state Senator Troy Brown’s expulsion or suspension from the Upper Chamber is being heard at this hour in a meeting that includes the Napoleonville lawmaker’s lawyer. Resolutions have been filed seeking to reprimand Brown for his domestic violence convictions. His attorneys are trying to stop a legislative hearing on the matter saying it would violate Brown’s right to due process. The Senate argues the body makes its own rules.

Thirty-nine pit bulls that were scheduled to be euthanized today have been rescued. Stacey Alleman with St. Landry Parish Animal Control says they made a Facebook post hoping for a miracle, and they got one in Tia Torres of Pit Bulls and Parolees….:
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She credits the power of social media for this miracle.

Community leaders say an investigation into allegations a Baton Rouge judge used racial slurs at a local restaurant is needed to uncover the truth. Halen Doughty has more…:
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The Rainy Day Fund legislation to help plug the state’s budget deficit is headed to the Senate floor. Senate President John Alario says closed door meetings were a bit rocky Tuesday because Republicans want to reduce spending instead of using the savings account..:
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Legislative leaders and the governor are expected to meet again Wednesday.