The Louisiana House approves legislation that would prohibit the release of an arrestee’s mug shot before they are convicted. Bill author New Orleans Representative Royce Duplessis says mug shots are prejudicial, but Bossier City Representative Raymond Crews expressed concern the ban could have a negative impact on public safety…
Louisiana is receiving $40 million in federal grant funding for flood mitigation. It’s part of the “Swift Current” initiative that’s funded by President Biden’s Infrastructure law that’s allocating $60 million to four states impacted by Hurricane Ida. FEMA spokesperson Melissa Wilkins says the money will assist disaster survivors whose homes flood repeatedly.
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Congresswoman Julia Letlow met with VA Secretary Denis McDonough Tuesday after a report recommended the closure of the Alexandria VA Medical Center in Pineville. Letlow says she will continue to meet with decision-makers about the hospital to keep the facility open.
Nicholls State University says next fall they will have the state’s first pet-friendly dormitory for students. Pets will be limited to cats or dogs and there are no breed or weight restrictions. Director of Residential Living Alex Coad says the response has been positive…
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Coad says they’ll have space for 32 pets at North Babington Hall and there are also plans to build a dog park near the residence hall.