LSU will have to open up its wallet, because the SEC has fined the school 100-thousand dollars because fans rushed the field following the Tigers upset victory over Georgia. Athletic Director Joe Alleva shares the conference’s concerns for safety, but linebacker Michael Divinity appreciated Tiger Nation’s passion…
If LSU beats Alabama in three weeks and the fans rush the field again, the fine will increase to 250-thousand dollars.
The Sunshine Bridge in Donaldsonville has been closed since Friday morning when a barge with a large crane on it slammed into the 54-year-old bridge causing extensive damage. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallet says to compensate, they’re running two ferries with longer hours.
It’s unknown when the bridge will reopen.
The Legislative Auditor says there’s some problems with child care standards in Louisiana. Auditor Krista Baker-Hernandez says the state is lacking many of the nationally recognized regulations on child care, such as our core licensing standards…
The Office’s report revealed Louisiana is one of only eight states to allow unlicensed caregivers to watch over six children at a time.
Social Security beneficiaries are in for a 2.8 percent cost of living bump to their monthly checks next year to combat inflation. It’s the largest cost of living increase in some time. AARP Associate State Director of Advocacy Andrew Muhl says that’s extra cash in the pocket of 70 million Americans.
The increase helps over half a million Louisianans.