LSU says they will now allow visiting bands to perform during halftime, after not allowing them to do so during football games last season. They said the initial policy was implemented due to safety concerns with having so many people on the sidelines. LSU Deputy Athletic Director Eddie Nunez says their new plan involves changes to seating in the South End Zone…:
Cut 13 (12) “the half”
The change comes admid outrage from the band community across the nation.

While no official identity has been made on the body that was found in Iberville Parish this week, the East Baton Rouge Parish coroner says the victim was pregnant at the time of death and suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head. Authorities say it’s possible the body is that of the 40-year-old missing teacher, Lyntell Washington. More on this as it develops.

Public school students will soon be required to learn cursive writing, as a bill has been signed into law that takes effect in July of 2017. Halen Doughty spoke with an LSU English professor on whether this legislation is needed:
CUT 1 (27) “I’m Halen Doughty”

Under a measure signed by Governor Edwards, domestic violence victims will be able to get an expedited temporary concealed carry permit. It takes effect in August.