Governor John Bel Edwards signed the bill that would permanently change the TOPS scholarship program so that, starting in the fall of 2017, awards will no longer automatically go up with tuition increases. The measure was introduced as a way to control the state’s costs, because there was a fear that Louisiana won’t be able to offer TOPS if the financial note isn’t more reasonable. 17 other bills were also signed into law.

A bus driver in Bossier Parish was busted driving drunk following her drop off route, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Bill Davis says 33-year-old Bridget Whitley was subjected to a random drug test after she showed signs of intoxication…:
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He says this is the second DWI for Whitley, whose bond was set at $50,000.

Lawmakers want to remove Attorney General Jeff Landry’s funds from the state’s general operating budget. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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A Prairieville woman has been arrested after cops say her child ate methamphetamine. Gonzales police Sgt. Steven Nethken says 21-year-old Tyler Dauzat took her 2-year-old to the hospital when the child began exhibiting erratic behavior. Nethken says Dauzat was staying in a local hotel, when she left her toddler alone…:
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The 2-year-old is in stable condition at a hospital and Dauzat’s charges include cruelty to a juvenile and negligent injuring.