12:30 LRN Newscast May 10

Today marks the three-year anniversary of Ronald Greene’s death. Still no charges against the State Troopers who were seen on body camera video beating Greene before he died. Kevin Gallagher has more…

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The Louisiana House backs a proposal that will phase out a temporary sales tax that’s set to expire in 2025. Democrats are concerned the legislation will result in budget cuts. Shreveport Representative Sam Jenkins believes the Legislature should wait until next year’s fiscal session to discuss this temporary sales tax.

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Gas prices are up, and with temperatures on the rise, utility bills will be soaring throughout the summer months. To help provide some relief, CLECO is spreading the word about its Cleco Alternative Rate for Electricity discount program for eligible low-income families. Here’s spokesperson Fran Phoenix…

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If eligible, the discount is applied to the customer’s bills for July, August, and September. To find out if you qualify visit lhc-dot-la-dot-gov.