State Police are investigating a foot pursuit that ended when a Lafayette Police officer shot a suspect who was armed with a rifle Late Sunday evening. Investigators say a foot pursuit began after police responded to a disturbance on Lilly Street. Authorities say the officer shot at the armed suspect as he neared a crowd in a public park. The suspect was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No officers were injured.
The Louisiana House approves a bill to fine large businesses up to $50,000 for mandating COVID vaccines. Small businesses could be fined up to $10 thousand. Monroe Representative Michael Echols says his bill would empower the state Attorney General’s Office to investigate complaints against employers.
The bill now goes to the Senate for discussion.
The Louisiana-based food delivery service ASAP has ceased operations. Brooke Thorington has more.
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Last week a $1.13 billion MegaMillions jackpot was won with a ticket purchased in New Jersey. And another huge jackpot is up for grabs as the Powerball tally reaches one billion dollars. Dustin Annison with the Louisiana Lottery says it has a cash value of $484 million. Annison says if you want a chance at becoming a billionaire, be sure to purchase your tickets by 9pm…