Congressional leaders from both parties are in negotiations on the “Lower Energy Costs Act” which supporters say would restore energy independence instead of relying on foreign countries. Baton Rouge Congressman Garrett Graves says the measure would mandate offshore lease sales, streamline permitting processes, and increase state shares of federal royalties for offshore oil and gas production and wind farms…:
Cut 5 (11) “for Louisiana”
The House will meet this week to choose which amendments will be considered.

Two Baton Rouge Police Officers died when their helicopter crashed over the weekend in West Baton Rouge Parish while in pursuit of a vehicle running from cops. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the helicopter was a Robinson R-44 and went down around 3am Sunday. The FAA is investigating why the crash happened.

Should voters be able to put items on a statewide ballot? It’s not an option in Louisiana. Brooke Thorington dives into this…:
CUT 3 (33) “I’m Brooke Thorington”

LSU women’s basketball is off to the Final Four after beating Miami last night 54-42. The Tigers shot just 30 percent from the field, with Alexis Morris leading the way with 21 points…:
Cut 16 (10) “our game”