2:30 LRN Newscast August 1

The on again / off again state abortion ban is on again. Louisiana’s First Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a suspensive appeal as the law moves through the court system…:

CUT 02(30)      “…Palermo.”

A Shreveport man arrested last week for possessing child pornography has had more charges added on. 22-year-old Deandrick Fuller initially faced 16 counts, after investigators found images on his devices. Another 132 images were discovered later, including some depicting bestiality. The investigation is ongoing and more charges may be coming.

 

State Police are conducting their first-ever accelerated trooper cadet academy. The class is only for those with at least two years previous law enforcement experience. Meaning a lot of the basics won’t need to be covered. LSP Sergeant Monroe Dillion says there’s a reason for holding an accelerated academy…:

CUT 05(11)      “…be out there.”

The accelerated class is 28 men and women. LSP’s next regular cadet academy will get underway in February 2023 and the deadline for applications is October 17th.

Starting today, a new law takes effect making it a crime to use marijuana in a moving vehicle. With legal medical cannabis a thing now, Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel, who authored the bill, says it’s a good idea to establish where one CANNOT use it…:

CUT 13(10)      “…driving in a car.”

The law applies to anyone in the car; driver or passengers.