A Lafourche Parish deputy was killed Sunday, when his patrol unit was rammed by a chase suspect. State Police Trooper Tom Gossen says LPSO Sgt. Nicholas Pepper was blocking traffic to keep bystanders safe during a brief standoff, but the suspect made another getaway; slamming into Pepper’s vehicle. Gossen says the investigation is ongoing…:

CUT 08(04)      “…for sure.”

The unnamed suspect is in the hospital with moderate injuries.

So what will the governor and lawmakers do with a $1.5-billion budget surplus? The governor wants to give teachers a $2000 or even $3000 pay raise. Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says members may be unwilling…:

CUT 13(07)      “…exact amount.”

He says expect to see numerous agencies, programs, and projects will seek additional funding from the surplus. The legislature convenes next Monday.

Two people are under arrest for a fatal house fire that killed a Pineville man. 28-year-old Elizabeth Butler and 39-year-old Dorian Lewis are charged with negligent homicide and simple arson. The victim, 63-year-old Chong Daenan, leaves behind a wife and three kids.

Fasten your seat belts, gas prices are on the rise again. Teiko Foxx has the story…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Foxx.”