A bill approved by the full state House of Representatives would cut the maximum weeks of yearly available state unemployment benefits from 26 to 20. Jennings Rep. Troy Romero’s bill drew opposition from New Orleans House member Wilford Carter…:

CUT 12  (12)        “…to work.”

Passed by the House, the bill moves now to the Senate.

The termites are swarming in this warm, wet weather, and state Ag Commissioner Dr. Mike Strain says be vigilant for what the pests may be doing to your home. He says be sure to clean your gutters and rid your property of wood lying around…:

CUT 04(12)      “…got termites.”

Orkin says termites cause $5-billion in property damage yearly across the U.S.

Look out for some more rough weather this evening, especially in northern Louisiana. Armani Cassel, with the National Weather Service in Shreveport, says make sure you stay alert for any further alerts to bad weather…:

CUT 08(06)      “and warnings.”

There is reported a storm damage in DeSoto and Natchitoches parishes, and a flash flood watch remains in effect into tonight. More rain is expected Friday, but Mother’s Day weekend looks nice.

Lafayette Police says a local man is in critical condition after walking into the middle of a busy street near I-49, lying down in the middle of the road and – no time flat – being run over by a car. The 42-year-old man has not been identified. The matter is under investigation, and once the man’s health is stabilized he may be submitted for a mental evaluation.

Sunday is Mother’s Day, the absolute busiest restaurant day of the year; surpassing even Valentine’s Day. If you haven’t made a reservation yet, get busy and good luck.