The House has approved a measure to allow public high school students to participate in a national survey on sexual risks. Don Molino has more…:
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The Powerball Jackpot for tonight’s drawing is up to $348 million. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Kim Chopin says this jackpot is one of the top ten biggest jackpots in lottery history…:
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The cash value of the jackpot is 226.1 Million.

A bill that would restrict college athletic teams in Louisiana, except for LSU, from traveling more than 375 miles to play games has been withdrawn. Baton Rouge Rep. Steve Carter, says he’s decided not to push his measure further, but told the House Education Committee we’re using taxpayer dollars to fund athletic programs when the state is in a massive budget deficit:
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Carter says he’s trying to make a point on the state’s priorities.

A Senate committee shot down the House approved measure that would allow lawmakers to decide whether of not people who receive food stamps should have to work. The 4-2 vote fell along party lines with Democrats in opposition, and GOP support.