The Assumption Parish sinkhole formed 3 years ago today. Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness director John Boudreaux says the pit is still growing but at a very slow pace. He believes it will continue to get bigger over the next decade..:
CUT 10 (09) “to grow in size”
He says only a dozen residents have remained in Bayou Corne.

The Lafayette Police Department says a 35-year-old man is fighting for his life after being shot several times by three unknown suspects in an apparent home invasion. Corporal Paul Mouton says witnesses report 3 black men kicked in the door of the residence and began demanding money from the occupants…:
CUT 15 (10) “at that point”
He says the victim is in critical condition and cops are still
looking for the alleged robbers.

Shreveport Police are looking for a 27-year-old man who shot at officers early Thursday morning. Chief Administrative Assistant Bill Goodin says cops tried to stop a vehicle with two men inside but the suspects jumped out of the moving car and fled on foot…:
CUT 12 (12) “the officer”
He says the driver, 30-year-old Joe Thompkins Jr, was apprehended but they are still looking for the shooter, 27-year-old Brandon Chin.

The Mercedes Benz Superdome turns 40 today. The home of the New Orleans Saints officially opened on August 3rd, 1975. General Manager Alan Freeman says upgrades to the Dome have kept it a viable venue to host big events. He says they are constantly looking at ways to enhance the fan’s experience at the Dome…:
CUT 30 (08) “the Saints”