The Restore Louisiana task force voted to expand the homeowner assistance program. Office of Community Development executive director Pat Forbes says flood victims who already completed repairs will now get back more money.
Cut 11 (15) “but for the state”
After the violent protests in Charlottesville, Virginia, New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu says it’s important to remember we have the right to protest, but peacefully.
Cut 4 (10) “do that”
Landrieu says he will not push for the removal of anymore monuments.
After complaints a barrier on I-12 worsened flooding last year, the state department of transportation has redesigned the concrete walls. But DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson says the new barriers featuring two inch tall openings won’t act as a drainage system.
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This Sunday the Louisiana State Police training academy begins the 96th cadet class. Sgt. Jared Sandifer says they are continually looking for the best and brightest men and women to embark on a professional law enforcement career.
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After graduation, new troopers will complete a field training program.