In a letter sent to Governor Edwards, US Senator John Kennedy expressed his concern over what he called an “inexcusable waste of taxpayer funds at the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission” based on a legislative audit. In addition to wanting to know if the governor will recoup the funds spent, Kennedy also wants to know what the future hold for Williams, who now holds a high ranking position at Southern University.
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Among the fifteen areas of concern with the audit, Kennedy says there was 226.5 hours of overtime paid to one employee without any evidence to support the claim, sloppy travel records, and expenses for entertainment events.
Not only did Kennedy send his letter of concern to the governor, but he also sent a copy to President Donald Trump.
A St. Charles Parish deputy is under arrest for Felony Voyeurism and Obstruction of Justice in an incident that alledley occurred on May 17, and involved extended members of the deputy’s family. 42-year-old former Corporal Ryan Weaver has been fired after working for the Sherriff’s Office for four years. Bond has yet to be set for Weaver.
Working poor families can expect to get some extra cash on their 2019 tax returns as the result of one of the few bills to escape the special session. Connor Ferrill has the story.
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The State Department of Wildlife and Fisheries seeks to get more people outdoors with a free fishing weekend. So Saturday and Sunday residents and visitors can fish Louisiana waters without an otherwise required fishing license. LDWF Spokesperson Rene LeBreton says they hope to attract new anglers…
LeBreton says a quick visit to the LDWF website www.wlf.la.gov has lots of information for those who may not know where to get started…