The Louisiana Association of Educators is challenging the legality of using public school budget money to fund certain types of charter schools. $60 million from the budget, also known as the MFP, has been designated to fund those schools. LAE President Debbie Meaux:
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Education Superintendent John White says this lawsuit is a just money grab for unions and school boards.

The Baton Rouge Police Department say a daughter and granddaughter of an elderly woman found dead in her home are under arrest for cruelty to the infirm. They say 53-year-old Joleslie Looney and 17-year-old Lauren Looney were the primary caregivers of 82-year-old Bessie Looney who was found by officers deceased in deplorable conditions with bed sores and signs of malnourishment. The family members were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.

Louisiana State Police and the Department of Transportation announce the installation of several “Move Over for Emergency Vehicle” signs across the state. Superintendent Col. Mike Edmonson says Moving Over is the law…:
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He says the “Move Over” law not only applies to first responders, but also to highway workers, tow truck operators, and any vehicle utilizing hazard lights.

The Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office says a 17-year-old student from Mt. Hermon High is under arrest after a gun was found in his car. The student apparently told authorities he was using it for protection from another student. He was booked with possession of a firearm at school.