The funeral service for Saints and Pelicans owner Tom Benson concluded a short time ago in New Orleans. It was officiated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond…
cut 15 (12) “….go marching in”
Following the Mass, a second line started outside leading Benson to his final resting place.

The House Criminal Justice committee passed the latest legislation designed to fight the wild hog population. It fines individuals up to 900-dollars for the illegal transportation of feral swine. The bill’s author is River Ridge Representative Kirk Talbot…
cut 4 (11) “…epidemic”
The measure heads to the full House for more discussion.

Several bills have been filed for the regular session calling for a constitutional convention. Some legislators believe that’s the best way towards accomplishing budget reform and preventing cuts to higher ed and health care during times of budget deficits. Governor John Bel Edwards prefers a study group first, so a consensus can be built on what areas of the constitution should be changed.
Cut 7 (07) “be everything”
LSU Public Policy Lab Director Michael Henderson says there isn’t a clear support for a constitutional rewrite in their latest Louisiana Survey. Henderson says even amongst those who like the idea, once you dig down into the details, support tapers off….
cut 13 (08) “…of those”
Currently, areas of the budget are protected from cuts during tough fiscal times.