The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation that would make abortion a crime in Louisiana. Executive Director of the Foundation to Abolish Abortion Bradley Pierce says medical and scientific research has determined that human life begins at the moment of fertilization…:
Cut 5 (10) “our lives”
Opponents say the way the bill is worded some forms of birth control, IVF and miscarriages would also be illegal. The legislation heads to the House floor.

The state’s tourism industry is seeing a good surge following the Covid lockdowns. Lt Governor Billy Nungesser’s office oversees the Department of Tourism. He says over 41 million people visited Louisiana in 2021 and as people are ready to get out and vacation again, we stand ready to welcome them…:
Cut 10 (10) “coming back for more”

Tyrann Mathieu is officially a Saint, and the All-Pro Safety and former LSU star is thrilled. It’s been an incredible journey for the New Orleans native, who went from undiscovered gem to Heisman Finalist to being kicked off the LSU football team. The Honey Badger says he’s proud of where he is in life…:
CUT 15 (10) “in my life”

Catalytic converter thefts have been a massive problem in our state and under a bill approved in House Criminal Justice the act would be considered a crime with a sliding scale of prison terms depending on the value of the parts stolen. Objecting to the bill was committee chair Joe Marino who said it’s already illegal to steal…:
Cut 11 (10) “are committing”
The measure heads to the house floor.