2:30 LRN Newscast July 25

The attorney representing an Alexandria mom facing second-degree murder in the death of her five-year daughter is seeking a sanity commission to determine if she’s competent to defend herself. Don Molino has the story…
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KNOE is reporting an officer was shot in Vidalia at an apartment complex and authorities are currently engaged in a standoff with the suspect. No other information is available.

Term-limited Senate President John Alario will not seek election into the House of Representatives, which will end his 48-year career in the state legislature.

LSU releases its rules for beer and wine sales in the general seating areas of Tiger Stadium. Sales will stop at the end of the third quarter and the SEC mandates all beer and wine will be poured into a cup, also no more than two alcoholic beverages may be purchased per transaction. LSU Senior Associate Athletics Director Robert Munson says they expect an increase in revenue from beer sales, but not sure how much…
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LSU has not set prices for beer and wine purchases.

Saints Wide receiver Michael Thomas is seeking 20-million dollars a year, which is why he did not report for training camp today. Thomas is entering the final year of his current contract. New Orleans has reportedly offered 18 to 19-million dollars a year. Thomas has been one of the best receivers in the NFL.