A bill that eliminates jail time and lowers the fines associated with the possession of 14 grams of marijuana or less has passed in the Senate and heads to the governor’s desk. Erik Piccoli has the story…
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The Senate also approved a bill that would raise the age to purchase tobacco, alternative nicotine, or vape products from 18 to 21 years old. The upper chamber also approved a bill that would eliminate the state sales tax in mid-2022 on purchases of diapers and feminine hygiene products. Both measures return to the House for approval of Senate changes.

The Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office says 27-percent of the pandemic-related unemployment insurance claims they reviewed had inconsistent or missing information. Assistant Director for the Legislative Auditor’s office Ricky Rodriguez says that should have been a red flag that the claimant was not entitled to the benefits…
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The Louisiana Workforce Commission says the agency was facing unprecedented challenges but still thwarted two large-scale fraud attempts.

LSU had several great pitching performances yesterday as it staved off elimination in the Eugene Regional to beat Gonzaga and Oregon. The Tigers will face Oregon again tonight and the winner advances to the super regionals. Coach Paul Mainieri on who might pitch…
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First pitch tonight is at 9 PM.