As of Saturday morning, the search for seven of the ten escaped inmates from the Orleans Justice Center continues. Early Saturday morning, the three recaptured fugitives were transported out of the city by State Police helicopter to a secure state correctional facility. Troopers report that one inmate required the use of a spit hood after displaying hostile behavior. Sheriff Susan Hutson says the ten inmates went through a hole behind a toilet inside a jail cell. It happened around 1:30 am Friday morning and later video footage was found…

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The search for the seven remaining fugitives remains active with numerous local, state, and federal agencies working around the clock. Tips to Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans and FBI – New Orleans have played a key role in locating the escaped inmates. Authorities remind the public that fugitives are dangerous and encourage the public to continue to share any information, no matter how small it may seem. Reach Crimestoppers at 504-822-111 and the FBI at 1-800-call-FBI

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A recent poll shows over 70% of Louisianans believe prescription drug prices, insurance premiums, and co-pays are too high. The poll was commissioned by Save Our Benefits and conducted by JMC Analytics. JMC founder John Couvillon says the two-thirds of people polled would not be willing to pay more for prescription drugs, even if it would support local pharmacies.

Cut 7 (10) “…over everything else.”

Construction of north Louisiana’s first Buc-ee’s is progressing, with the 74-thousand-square-foot travel center set to feature 120 gas pumps. Ruston Mayor Ronnie Walker says it involves eight-million dollars in infrastructure improvements.

Cut 3 (08) “…finished with that.”

Walker estimates completion by late 2026, delayed by roadwork expanding bridges to five lanes to handle 15-thousand daily vehicles.