4:30 LRN Newscast March 20

A bill filed for the upcoming legislative session would require high school juniors and seniors to complete a Financial Literacy course to graduate from high school and qualify for TOPS. The author of House Bill 103, Hammond Representative Nicholas Muscarello says this has been on his radar for some time…:

CUT 03(08)      “…two years.”

The proposed law would be added as part of the qualifications for TOPS and TOPS Tech awards.

Neuty the Nutria can stay with his adoptive human family in Jefferson Parish. Wildlife & Fisheries agents wanted to take him away, because it IS illegal to keep them in our state. There was much anger expressed on social media and emails, and now LDWF spokesman Ed Pratt says they reached an agreement…:

CUT 09(08)      “…about this.”

 

Baton Rouge Police say the man wanted for questioning in the February disappearance and death of Georgia businessman Nathan Millard drove around in a stolen car for several days with the man’s remains in the trunk, before dumping the body and burning the car. 45-year-old Derrick Perkins is a known drug dealer, and BRPS Sgt. L’Jean McKneely says he was the last person to see Millard alive…:

CUT 08(05)      “…is now.”

Police believe Millard overdosed, but a blood toxicology report is pending.

The LSU Lady Tigers are going to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2014, after beating Michigan 66-42 last night at home. Angel Reese handed in 25 points and Jasmine Carson scored three 3-pointers. Coach Kim Mulkey says she told Carson to look for her shot…:

CUT 13(12)      “…so big.”

Up next, the Lady Tigers play 2nd seed Utah on Friday.