Part of Governor John Bel Edwards’ criminal justice reform package was approved by a Senate Committee today. One bill in his plan would address habitual offenders and more legislation could be created to reinvest savings into anti-recidivism courses. Edwards’ says Louisiana is spending too much money keeping too many people in prison for too long.
Cut 14 (09) “a result”

The governor wanted to change sentencing guidelines for felons, but he says that will be discussed in next year’s session.

Democratic New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu has been named a potential 2020 presidential contender by a New York Times Report. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says it’s too early to guess who could be on the ballot. He says Landrieu could be influential in the party but doesn’t have name recognition outside of the Bayou State.
Cut 10 (11) “long shot”

More Louisiana high school students than ever have filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Assistant Superintendent for the Office of Student Opportunity Ken Bradford says this assistance covers the cost of attendance, like books and room and board, whereas TOPS only covers tuition. He also says this financial assistance applies to more than just two and four year colleges.
Cut 5 (09) “truck driving”

An unrestrained teenager died after a crash in St. Landry Parish after hitting a cow that was standing in the road. State Police Sgt. Jared Sandifer says the female victim is identified as 16-year-old Adrian Johnson of Washington…:
Cut 15 (10) “that crash”