11:30 LRN Newscast

The mother of Ronald Greene made remarks Thursday evening after criminal charges were handed down against five law enforcement officers who were at the scene when her son was beaten and tased by cops before he died in May of 2019. Mona Hardin said she asked Governor John Bel Edwards to join them last night.
Cut 6 (15) “…for itself.”
Legal Analyst Tim Meche says the grand jury failed to charge the officers with murder or even manslaughter. Only one is charged with negligent homicide, Master Trooper Kory York, which carries a maximum sentence of five years.
Cut 7 (12) “…they’re convicted.”

Tomorrow is the deadline for first-class mail and packages to be posted for Christmas arrival. USPS spokesperson David Walton has a few mailing tips you’ll need to keep in mind that will also help in getting your gifts to their intended recipients before Santa arrives. He says use a sturdy box for packages so gifts arrive in one piece.
Cut 13 (11) “…return address.”

Louisiana State Parks are offering special holiday events at their facilities. State Parks director Brandon Burris says all of the parks have added holiday features.
Cut 3 (08) “..Christmas pictures. ”
There are 38 state parks, historic sites, and preservation areas. He says Santa is making appearances throughout the park system. For more information go to L-A state-parks-dot-com.