Governor John Bel Edwards and State Police Superintendent Mike Edmonson are among a group of elected officials, law enforcement personnel, community advocates and faith leaders meeting with President Obama at the White House this afternoon. According to the governor’s office, they are discussing how to keep the public safe, build community trust and ensure justice for all Amercians.

Alton Sterling’s oldest son spoke about his father and the ongoing protests at a press conference earlier today. Jeff Palermo has more…
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In response to the Alton Sterling shooting, Louisiana Congressmen Garret Graves and Cedric Richmond file legislation to help local police officers get their hands on new non-lethal technologies. Graves says there’s equipment being developed that’s stronger than a taser, which could be used to subdue suspects. Graves says the bill is a step in the right direction…
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Monroe third-grade math teacher Gary Jackson has been nominated for the 2016-17 national LifeChanger of the Year award. Jackson created a step-team called “Golden Steppers” and if Jackson wins, he’ll get a cash award and so will his school, Barkdull-Faulk Elementary School. Jackson says he already knows how he’ll spend his award if he wins…
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