Engineers from around the country are in New Orleans trying to figure out the safest way to bring down two damaged cranes attached to the partially collapsed Hard Rock Hotel. New Orleans Fire Chief Tim McConnell…
cut 9 (11) “….some kind”
McConnell says they need to find an answer quick because tropical weather could arrive in southeast Louisiana this weekend.

48-year-old Lezly Sanabria of Destrehan is facing a negligent homicide charge in the death of her two-year-old niece who was left in a hot car for about six hours after a shopping trip. The child’s grandmother also went on the trip but is not facing charges. Legal analyst Chick Foret says this will be a tough case for the jury….
cut 12 (11) “….not guilty”

A new report says parishes in southeast Louisiana would see significant economic benefits during the construction of two recommended Mississippi River diversion projects. The study says the projects will generate three billion dollars in regional sales and support 4,000 new jobs. Restore the Mississippi Delta Campaign Director Steve Cochran says it’s a win-win.
Cut 4 (10) “…as well”
Residents will see an 809 million dollar increase in earnings across Plaquemines, St. Bernard, Orleans, and Jefferson Parishes as a result.

High school students interested in pursuing a career in the education field can now take a special progression of courses focused on building the skills needed for the job. Assistant Superintendent of Education Ken Bradford says students can take collegiate level teacher prep classes.
Cut 13 (10) “…of Louisiana Monroe.”