Three state police troopers have been placed on paid administrative leave amid allegations of claiming overtime on hours they never actually worked. State Police Major Doug Cain says the troopers were allegedly caught on film writing a full shift worth of tickets in a shorter amount of time than they reported. He says this incident is not reflective of what State Police is about…:
Cut 16 (10) “every day”
The investigation started after surveillance video was uncovered by a New Orleans television station.

More than half of LSU’s 27 fraternities are in some kind of trouble for violating policy both before and after the death of LSU pledge Max Gruver. The punishments range from suspensions, being kicked off campus, on probation or letter of reprimand. The latest is an LSU letter sent to Alpha Gamma Rho saying they must stop all charter events because of an incident, “not in compliance with university policies.”

A state law approved seven years ago allows persons to possess guns inside a place of worship, under strict conditions. The person must be approved by the church leader, the congregation is made aware and persons must receive specialized training. Louisiana Family Forum President Gene Mills is all for training to carry guns in church…:
Cut 6 (12) “the pulpit”
Livingston Parish is holding a training course later this month, and there will be on in Ouachita Parish in December.

Early voting for the November 18th election comes to a close on Saturday and the candidates for State Treasurer continue to get their message out to voters. Democratic candidate Derrick Edwards this position is about public service….:
Cut 11 (09) “and deserved”