Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni told the parish council today that he has no plans to resign even though he’s involved in a sexting scandal with a 17-year-old boy. Yenni says he’s been leaning on his deep Catholic faith to him climb from a valley of despair
Cut 6 (09) “to redemption”
Jefferson Parish residents responded to Yenni following his refusal to resign. Gregory Carroll with Citizens for a Better Kenner says he’s concerned that city equipment was used to have those conversations with a 17-year-old, and that he offered that boy a job:
Cut 8 (07) “his enjoyment”
A recall petition has been started to remove him from office.

The ACLU of Louisiana is working together with parents after multiple students said they were strip searched at Caldwell Parish High School to find a student’s missing 42 dollars. Executive Director of the ACLU of Louisiana Marjorie Esman…:
cut 13 (09) “school policy”
It’s been reported a teacher and principal have been placed on administrative leave in connection with the searches.

State Police Colonel Mike Edmonson spoke to a legislative committee today about improving relations between the police and the community. He says they are extending training periods for officers to ensure they are better prepared for the field, as well as working to recruit better people for the job….
cut 11 (09) “…law enforcement”