A 23-year-old Shreveport Police officer has been arrested for negligent homicide for shooting an unarmed black man during a foot chase. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Palermo.”

Despite the threat of some stormy weather tonight, officials in New Orleans say tonight’s three parades will roll, rain or shine. Organizers say only lightning in the vicinity will delay the processions. Metairie parades are also expected to roll as scheduled.

Deputies in Lafourche Parish seek public help catching an accused video voyeur. Spokesman Captain Brennan Matherne says 32-year-old Trey Rentrop allegedly placed a digital device in a woman’s bathroom to recorder her activities. The suspect is a known acquaintance of the victim and Matherne says they also located a rifle belonging to Rentrop in the woman’s home…:

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Crimestoppers will gladly take tips on Rentrop’s whereabouts.

Lawmen and the state Highway Safety Commission have some advice this Mardi Gras Weekend: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Officers will be working overtime – literally – looking to catch impaired drivers. LHSC spokesman Mark Lambert says have fun but be smart…:

CUT 08(15)      “…if you do that.”

Stay safe.