Governor Landry wants to expand the LA GATOR voucher program so more families can use state dollars to attend a school that fits them best. He wants to increase the current 44 million dollar allocation to 88 million dollars. But Melinda Deslatte with the Public Affairs Research Council says the state is projected to see a drop in state revenue because of recent tax changes.
Cut 9 (09) “…GATOR program quickly.”
The gloves are off in the U.S. Senate Republican Primary. A pro-Cassidy super PAC, Louisiana Freedom Fund, took aim at Julia Letlow labeling the Congresswoman a liberal. Cassidy’s campaign also released a statement yesterday that says they raised 1.4-million dollars at a Washington Mardi Gras fundraiser. ULM Political Science professor, Pearson Cross says how much Letlow will have remains a question mark.
The department of public safety and corrections is addressing a series of unexpected deaths at the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Iberville Parish. Secretary Gary Westcott says the health issues inside the prison are not much different than those outside the prison.
The United Way is working to help households facing financial hardship after the recent ice storm. Marketing and Communications Director, Meghan Jones, says over 94% of families applying for assistance are asking for help with groceries.
You can donate on the United Way of Northeast Louisiana’s website, or text FAMILYRELIEF to 91999.