10:30 Newscast August 12, 2014

The dispute over Common Core heads to court today. A hearing is set over a lawsuit filed by parents and educators who accuse Governor Jindal of overstepping his authority when he blocked tests associated with Common Core. Council For a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says hopefully the judicial system can end the stalemate…

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Another Common Core hearing is scheduled for Friday.

Louisiana State Police is investigating an officer involved shooting yesterday in Crowley that has left one man dead. Master Trooper Brooks David says Crowley Police officers responded to a disturbance call when a male subject began shooting at the officers. He says officers returned fire fatally wounding the man. David says four Crowley police officers were at the scene…

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The investigation is ongoing.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a series of public meetings across the state to provide an update on black bear research. Large Carnivore Program Manager Maria Davidson says the purpose of these meetings is to keep citizens informed about what is happening with the black bear…

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If population numbers are strong enough, the Louisiana Black Bear could be taken off of the endangered species list.

How would you like to add an LSU Jell-O mold to your tailgate this year? Michelle Southern has more…

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