130 PM LRN News

Legislation allowing St. Tammany voters to vote on allowing a casino in Slidell may be stalled in the Senate but on the House side, it won approval in committee 8-2 this morning. The bill is backed by the St. Tammany Chamber and Northshore Business Council. Business Council CEO Bonnie Eades…

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Opponents argue the casino would become a magnet for sex trafficking.

A proposal that would prevent transgender athletes from competing on girls’ sports teams fails to pass out of House Education six to five. Conservative groups are in support. Louisiana Baptist Office of Public Policy Director Will Hall says the legislation sought to create a fair playing field.

Cut 13 (07)“…for women.”

Trans advocates argued the bill was discriminatory.

K-12 teachers and support staff are being offered access to virtual visits with mental health professionals thanks to a joint effort by The Louisiana Department of Education and Ochsner Health. State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley says those seeking help will have access to a variety of visits.

Cut 7 (11) “…the state.”

More than 160,000 employees will be eligible for the program.

United Cajun Navy spokesperson Brian Trascher says the UCN’s decision to no longer aid in the search for the seven remaining missing crewmen of the SEACOR Power was made due to a smear campaign launched by former members alleging financial improprieties…

Cut 5  (07)  “…all lies.”