Confederate Memorial Day and Robert E. Lee Day will no longer be state holidays. A bill taking them off state books is headed for Governor Edwards’ desk and it’s highly unlikely he’d veto such an act. The bill started with New Orleans House member Matthew Willard. It passed in the House and, on the Senate floor, New Orleans Senator Joe Bouie said it’s a big step in dealing with a past that still haunts many minority Louisianans. Bouie says holidays are about unity and these two don’t meet that standard…:

CUT 08  (12)        “…of our citizens.”

State Police in Jeff Davis Parish say a 73-year-old man was struck and killed by a hit & run driver while riding his bike today along state highway 1126 near Jennings. Trooper Derek Senegal identifies the victim as Jerry Hughes, who died at the scene this morning…:

CUT 13  (10)        “…really unfortunate.”

The search is on for the white SUV and it’s driver.

A bill to forbid abortion in Louisiana SHOULD Roe versus Wade be overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court is awaiting the Governor’s signature…or veto. Mr. Edwards says the bill has no exceptions for rape or incest and that’s still a problem for him…:

CUT 04  (16)        “…should force that.”

Senate Bill 342 strengthens Louisiana’s existing “trigger law” that will take effect ONLY if the High Court tosses Roe out.

A Marksville cop is under arrest for alleged malfeasance in office and abuse of his power as a cop. State Police say 45-year-old Dana Adams is accused of sexually assaulting a woman while on duty. LSP’s investigation is ongoing.