A four-year-old was killed in an Ouachita Parish fatal crash involving two vehicles. Trooper Ryan Davis says the child was a passenger in a Toyota Corolla that slammed into a Ford pickup truck on Highway 546 yesterday afternoon.
Cut 3 (13) “…serious injuries.”
The child was properly restrained and later died at a hospital early this morning.
The State Supreme Court opts not to hear Caddo Parish Sheriff candidate Henry Whitehorn’s appeal to keep his one-vote victory in the run-off election. Political Analyst Scott Hughes says the original trial ruled for a new election in March, which is also the presidential primary, but that was contingent on any appeals.
Early voting begins March 9th.
The feds are giving Louisiana the authority to issue permits and provide oversight for carbon dioxide wells. Officials call it a monumental step in advancing the state’s energy future as it looks to become a leader in carbon capture. Department of Natural Resources spokesperson Patrick Courreges says they’ve been waiting on this…
The Louisiana Oil and Gas Association, LABI, and Senator Bill Cassidy all released statements saying state oversight of the wells will lead to economic growth.
If you plan to start the New Year with a bang, State Fire Marshal’s Office spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue reminds you to first check the firework restrictions in your parish.
She says to always have a water source nearby and the never use them impaired.