President Donald Trump plans to rally Republicans on Capitol Hill behind the idea that the country needs stronger federal background check laws for all gun purchases. But U-S Representative Ralph Abraham says none of the proposals coming from Democrats or the White House would have stopped the recent mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton…
cut 8 (09) “…to go”
The biggest fight over background checks will likely be in the Senate, where Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has indicated he’d allow discussion of the issue.

The American Hotel and Lodging Association announces the “No Room for Trafficking” campaign aimed at helping hotel workers recognize the warning signs to look for when dealing with potential human trafficking situations. AHLA President and CEO Chip Rodgers says in 2018, Louisiana had 149 cases with 19 of those in hotels.
Cut 13 (09) “…human trafficking spike.”

40-year-old Stacy Rogers faces a charge of illegal use of weapons after she allegedly fired her a gun at a mosquito abatement aircraft. Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s office spokesperson Glenn Springfield says Rodgers thought it was a drone that was invading her privacy. Springfield says there are laws against illegal drone use and harassment, so if you think your neighbor has crossed the line, keep you r gun holstered and call police…
cut 12 (10) “…at it”

The US Small Business Administration will open a disaster loan outreach center at Ruston City Hall tomorrow to assist those who seek a low-interest loan to help rebuild from the April tornadoes. Anyone who received damage is eligible to apply. S-B-A spokesperson Louise Porter says S-B-A loans are flexible when it comes to paying it back…
cut 5 (09) “…an official determination”