BESE has approved one year residency as a redesign to how teachers are prepared to be in the classroom. Emelie Gunn has more…

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According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, a suspect who was on the run this morning was located and fatally shot by a deputy after the suspect allegedly pointed a gun at the officer. 31-year-old Blaine Beason was found in a barn when the standoff took place following an incident in which Beason allegedly shot at another deputy.

About 23-percent of Louisiana adults have at least a four year degree, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. That’s 8 percentage points below the national average. Demographer Greg Rigamer says the low rate is due in part to Louisiana’s jobs.

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He also says Louisiana has a high poverty rate and some families need to work instead of go to school.

In the wake of two historic floods in Louisiana, Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana wants the public to know that research shows child abuse rates usually go up three months to a year after a disaster. Executive Director Amanda Brunson says tensions tend to rise as the family experiences more stress.

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She says parents can call their KIDLINE at 1-800-CHILDREN.