Angola has been ordered to improve conditions for inmates who are required to work on the farm line. Promise of Justice Initiative Legal Director Colin Reingold says the state has been given a seven-day deadline to submit proposed remedies due to the inhumane conditions
Cut 10 (12) “…extremely dangerous.”
Reingold says as many as 50 inmates work on the farm line at one time and the farm line is separate from other agriculture work programs at the penitentiary.
Hurricane Beryl remains a Category 4 as it barrels towards Jamaica and Central America. Newly appointed state climatologist Jay Grymes says Beryl is expected to turn towards the Gulf early next week, but tells Louisianans not to worry.
Governor Jeff Landry announces the extension of Operation Lone Star which will involve the deployment of Louisiana National Guard engineers on July 15th to the southern border. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says this move reflects the state’s commitment to collaborating with Texas in addressing border security issues and highlights the growing scope of Operation Lone Star.
Cut 5 (08) “…respond to that.”
Fourth of July means BBQs and fireworks but it’s not always a great time for pets. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Communication Manager Ginger Gutner says it’s a good idea for pet owners to plan ahead and…