Governor Jeff Landry says the state is making an investment in rural Louisiana that’s never been seen before. Jeff Palermo has the story…
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A boat carrying 42 people caught fire about 100 miles off the coast of Grand Isle. Some passengers were able to escape on life rafts and were brought safely to shore by nearby boats, and U.S. Coast Guard air crews are working to locate all of the passengers.
The Grambling State University police chief and assistant police chief both resigned the day after Student Government Association president Life Makarudze was arrested for rape. The university says the two developments are unrelated. Lincoln Parish Journal reporter Wesley Harris says details of the alleged incident that led to Makarudze’s arrest are unknown at this time.
Chief Rodney Demery posted a message on his Facebook page alluding to his departure from Grambling but making no mention of the Makarudze case. Makarudze has stepped down from his role as SGA president for the time being.
Today is National Gumbo Day, and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and award-winning Monroe chef Corey Bahr are promoting a dish steeped in Louisiana history. Bahr says they are also using the day to promote Louisiana itself.