A Shreveport cop faces negligent homicide charges for the shooting death of 43-year-old Alonzo Bagley, who was un-armed at the time. State Police are investigating. Here’s Trooper Melissa Matey describing what happened when Officer Alexander Tyler fired his weapon…:

CUT 11(12)      “…the chest.”

Officer Tyler is on administrative leave and charged with negligent homicide.

Be sure to stay sober behind the wheel as you enjoy parades this Mardi Gras weekend. Because the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign is in effect. That means LEOs will be on the lookout for impaired and unsafe drivers. Mark Lambert, with the state Highway Safety Commission, says alcohol accounts for most crashes during Carnival season…:

CUT 07(14)      “…destructive decisions.”

The upcoming retirement of DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson has only fueled speculation he’s running for governor. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 02(29)      “…Thorington.”

An East Baton Rouge Parish school bus driver, who is accused of smoking marijuana while driving elementary kids, has been fired from his job. Officials with EBR schools say no proof was found to substantiate the accusation, but the man was sacked all the same. That driver was also accused of speeding and driving recklessly. His name has not been released.