The Governor’s Office says Representative Lance Harris’ plan to close the state’s $304 million deficit without a special session would be devastating to state agencies. Spokesperson Richard Carbo says without a special session, cuts would be focused on health care, higher ed, and the department of corrections.

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But Harris says the governor can make the necessary budget cuts without the legislature.

Walker Police say a body discovered under an I-12 bridge raises more questions than answers. Capt. John Sharp says crews were clearing debris under the bridge when they made the gruesome discovery.

Cut 15 (05) “white female”

Sharp says the woman appears to have been dead for at least a week, and they do not know who she is.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says the agent who was shot in Morehouse Parish is scheduled to be released from the hospital today. Spokesperson Adam Einck says doctors have been calling 25-year-old Tyler Wheeler a miracle patient for his speedy recovery.

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Two Monroe residents are behind bars in connection with the shooting.

Louisiana’s Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approves more than $1.5 million for teaching residencies. Assistance Superintendent of Talent Hannah Dietsch says 288 teaching mentors in 18 partnering school districts will receive $1,000 stipends.

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Dietsch says residents in the program will receive $2,000 stipends as well.