A baby who went missing in North Baton Rouge has been found alive and with no signs of obvious trauma. Baton Rouge Fire Department spokesperson Curt Monte says they believe the eight-month-old spent the entire evening outside alone in a church parking lot and fortunately, weather conditions overnight were mild, otherwise, the outcome could have been much different.
The child was spotted via helicopter in the parking lot.
A report from the federal Department of Veterans Affairs recommends the closure of the Alexandria VA hospital. Senator Bill Cassidy who is also a physician, says closing the hospital would be a mistake, but he also cannot help but look at the issue through a doctor’s eyes…:
Cut 6 (10) “…quality health care.”
The construction of a new Jimmie Davis Bridge, in Shreveport-Bossier, has taken a big step forward. Department of Transportation and Development Secretary Shawn Wilson says they are preparing to accept bids on the project.
Cut 7 (12) “…$150 million bridge.”
A contractor should be chosen by late summer, with construction set to begin in early 2023.
The first week of the legislative session concludes today. During his Ask the Governor show, Governor John Bel Edwards says he’s hopeful positive bills, not divisive ones reach his desk..
Cut 12 (12) “…look forward”
The session ends on June sixth.