The abortion debate is far from over in Louisiana. Brooke Thorington has more…:
CUT 02(32) “…Thorington.”
Baton Rouge’s Metro Council will discuss a proposed ban on balloon releases; often done at prayer vigils and memorials. The issue is the balloons rise aloft, burst and fall to earth as litter. Animals can mistake them for food and choke on them. Balloons have even been blamed for power failures. Under the proposal, violators could face fines up to $250.
In a surprising move, Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin announced this week he will NOT seek another term in office; leaving many wondering why. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says he, of course, does not KNOW what motivated Ardoin’s decision, but he may have been discouraged by Public Service Commissioner Mike Francis’ decision to run…:
CUT 13(07) “…for Kyle Ardoin.”
Also considering running for that office, term-limited House Speaker Clay Schexnayder.
The five law enforcement officers charged in the 2019 roadside death of Ronald Greene entered pleas of not guilty in a 3rd District courtroom Tuesday. Two state troopers, two former troopers, and a Union Parish deputy are charged with obstruction of justice, and malfeasance in office, and one is also charged with negligent homicide. Baton Rouge defense attorney and legal analyst Franz Borghardt says the malfeasance charges are potential permanent career killers for the officers…:
CUT 11(11) “…a malfeasance.”