06:30 Newscast, April 13th, 2016

A recent discovery could change the whole dynamic of the Will Smith murder case. Police say a loaded 9mm gun was found in the former-Saints defensive end’s vehicle. Legal analyst Chick Foret says this could help alleged shooter Cardell Hayes’ defense that he was not the aggressor…:
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Foret says the public perspective on the situation may continue to change as more evidence comes to light.

A bill that would allow the sale of raw milk from farmers to consumers is once again set to be heard by lawmakers today, after two failed attempts. Food safety has been cited as the major reason the sale of raw milk on farms is banned, but raw milk supporter Audry Salvador, a mother from Sulphur, says there are far more dangerous things to consume…:
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Testimony is scheduled for debate in the Senate Health and Welfare committee.

A bill that would require businesses to pay men and women the same for similar work passed in the Senate with a 28-10 vote. Businesses groups oppose the bill, saying it could result in unnecessary litigation. New Orleans Senator JP Morrell says he worked with business lobbyists to address those concerns…:
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The measure heads to the House for more discussion.

Gov. John Bel Edwards and Monsanto announced the company’s decision to expand its Luling manufacturing site with a $975 million capital investment over the next three years. When completed in early 2019, the Louisiana expansion project will create 95 new direct jobs averaging $76,500 per year, plus benefits, and 20 new contractor jobs.