Lawmakers are going back and forth over whether to use the rainy day fund, or reduce government spending to fill a $304 million dollar deficit. House Appropriations Chairman Cameron Henry says many in the lower chamber refuse to accept the governor’s proposal to use $119 million dollars from the savings account…:
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The governor says not using the fund puts vital services at risk. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says neither side wants to give in
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The special session ends next Wednesday and Henry says there’s still enough time to pass a responsible budget deficit elimination plan.

The first hearing on the expulsion of state Senator Troy Brown was held today. Some Senators want Brown gone due to two domestic violence convictions. His attorney Jill Craft says all lawmakers should reveal criminal past, but Senator Karen Peterson said small violations are not the same as big ones which Craft dismissed…:
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The next hearing is Monday.

Triple-A released their annual worst drivers on the road report and it confirmed millennials use the most risky behavior, even more than teens. AAA Spokesperson Don Redman says of drivers between the ages of 19 to 24…:
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He says the survey also found that most millennials don’t believe they are doing anything wrong.

The debate continues at the state capitol on whether or not to tap into the rainy day fund to address a $304 million midyear budget deficit. House Appropriations Chairman Cameron Henry opposes the use of rainy day fund and continues to push for reductions in state spending…:
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Thirty-nine pit bulls were scheduled to be euthanized today in Opelousas, but that will not happen because of an animal rescue group out of New Orleans. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The first hearing on state Senator Troy Brown’s expulsion or suspension from the Upper Chamber was heard today. Resolutions have been filed seeking to reprimand Brown for his domestic violence convictions. The Napoleonville lawmaker’s lawyer, Jill Craft, requested subpoenas of lawmakers’ texts and emails…:
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Craft is trying to stop a legislative hearing on the matter saying it would violate Brown’s right to due process. But state Senator JP Morrell says members of the Senate make their own rules…:
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Nearly all of Craft’s requests were rejected. The hearing on the expulsion proposal is slated for Monday.

The first hearing on state Senator Troy Brown’s expulsion or suspension from the Upper Chamber is being heard at this hour in a meeting that includes the Napoleonville lawmaker’s lawyer. Resolutions have been filed seeking to reprimand Brown for his domestic violence convictions. His attorneys are trying to stop a legislative hearing on the matter saying it would violate Brown’s right to due process. The Senate argues the body makes its own rules.

Thirty-nine pit bulls that were scheduled to be euthanized today have been rescued. Stacey Alleman with St. Landry Parish Animal Control says they made a Facebook post hoping for a miracle, and they got one in Tia Torres of Pit Bulls and Parolees….:
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She credits the power of social media for this miracle.

Community leaders say an investigation into allegations a Baton Rouge judge used racial slurs at a local restaurant is needed to uncover the truth. Halen Doughty has more…:
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The Rainy Day Fund legislation to help plug the state’s budget deficit is headed to the Senate floor. Senate President John Alario says closed door meetings were a bit rocky Tuesday because Republicans want to reduce spending instead of using the savings account..:
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Legislative leaders and the governor are expected to meet again Wednesday.

Negotiations appear to be a little rough at the Capitol as leaders meet with the governor behind closed doors about how much of the rainy day fund to use for the $304 million dollar shortfall. Republicans want to reduce state spending; the governor wants to use $119 million in the savings account…:
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That’s legal analyst Bernie Pinsonat.

The first hearing on the fate of State Senator Troy Brown’s position at the Capitol is being held at this hour. There are two resolutions, one to expel Brown over the domestic abuse convictions and one to suspended him. Senate Secretary Glenn Koepp says Monday the Senate will hear from Brown..:
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The show, Murder Chose Me, airs tonight on Investigation Discovery, which tells the stories of the homicide cases solved by a former Shreveport detective. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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UL Lafayette is expanding its Louisiana Legacy Scholarship, a longstanding program that offers in-state tuition rates to students from other states with a parent who graduated from UL Lafayette. Now, out-of-state students with at least one parent who received an associate’s degree or higher from other colleges and universities in Louisiana can have the non-resident fee waived.

There’s no consensus yet on how to fill a 304-million dollar gap in the state’s budget. Jeff Palermo has more on the special session..:
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The Southern Miss Student who was killed after he fell from an 11th story Canal Street hotel in New Orleans was highly intoxicated at the time, according to reports. The man is identified by the coroner’s office as 20-year-old Cole Whaley. Authorities believe Whaley ran through the window breaking it, lost his balance and landed on the ground outside near the pool.

Black community leaders want more answers about what happened at a restaurant where a Baton Rouge judge is accused of calling a woman at the bar, the n-word. Activist Daniel Banguel even though Judge Mike Erwin denies this ever happened, why was he banned from all of Sammy’s establishments…:
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Erwin says no witnesses have come forward on the matter.

Investigation Discovery is premiering a new show tonight that features a homicide detective profiling cases he worked while with Shreveport PD. Rod Demery says all of the crimes featured in the show have been solved and he hopes Murder Chose Me will humanize what goes on after a murder…:
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The show begins at 9pm.

The Rainy Day Fund legislation to help plug the state’s budget deficit is headed to the Senate floor. Senate President John Alario says closed door meetings were a bit rocky Tuesday because Republicans want to reduce spending instead of using the savings account..:
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Legislative leaders and the governor are expected to meet again Wednesday.

Two separate resolutions have been filed regarding Napoleonville Senator Troy Brown, one that seeks to suspend him and another seeking his expulsion after two different domestic abuse convictions. Senate Secretary Glenn Koepp says a vote could happen on one of the two resolutions on Monday when it goes to the Senate floor…:
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A new show airs tonight on Investigation Discovery called Murder Chose Me that highlights the murder cases of a former Shreveport Police detective. Rod Demery’s says the show is centered around many of the homicide cases he worked in his 17 years with Shreveport PD:
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Murder Chose Me premieres tonight at 9 p.m.

Community leaders say an investigation into allegations a Baton Rouge judge used racial slurs at woman is needed…:
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It’s just not the LSU men’s basketball team’s year by any stretch. Even though the Tigers led by double digits in the second half, Ole Miss rallied to get the eventual 96-76 win in Oxford. With 16:25 to play, LSU was outscored 52-21 from that point. This 12-game losing streak for the Tigers ties for the third longest in program history.

Tonight the Tulane men’s basketball team takes on No. 19 SMU in Dallas. SMU is riding an eight-game winning streak.

The Pelicans will play their final game before the All Star weekend in New Orleans; tonight on the road against Memphis. During the events this weekend, the Pels will enjoy the longest stretch of downtime all season — with the exception of Anthony Davis and Buddy Hield who are taking part in All-Star activities.

Former LSU quarterback transfer Brandon Harris and North Carolina reportedly have mutual interest.

Former Saints Special Teams coordinator Greg McMahon is joining the LSU football team’s support staff in a similar role he was in New Orleans, according to reports. McMahon was one of several assistants fired by Sean Payton after last season.

The SEC made it official on Tuesday that LSU’s Spring game will begin at 7pm on April 22nd. It will air on the SEC Network.

Nicholls State baseball announces that each year, one senior will wear the No. 11 to honor the late Colonel and MLB great Darryl Hamilton – who was killed in an apparent murder-suicide in the summer of 2015. They say this season, it will be worn by outfielder Justin Holt.

Former Saints wide receiver Robert Meachem will spend the next month in the Jefferson Parish jail after a judge determined he’s at fault for not paying almost 400-thousand dollars in child support and alimony. The judge says if Meachem can come up with 100-thousand dollars, he’ll get out of jail sooner.

Legislation that authorizes the use of the rainy day fund to address a 304-million dollar midyear budget deficit is heading to the Senate floor. Senate President John Alario says dipping into the state’s savings account will stave off cuts to colleges, public schools and child services programs…:
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Some lawmakers have indicated that Tuesdays closed door meetings didn’t exactly go smoothly.

Two separate resolutions have been filed regarding convicted domestic abuser Napoleonville Senator Troy Brown, one that seeks to suspend him and another seeking his expulsion. Senate Secretary Glenn Koepp says the first hearing on this matter is this morning at 10 and the entire Senate is invited to participate, minus Brown..:
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Brown has said he intends to fight these efforts.

Black community leaders are calling for an investigation into allegations that Baton Rouge Judge Mike Erwin used racial slurs against a woman at a local restaurant. Kaneitra Johnson of Baton Rouge posted on Facebook saying Erwin called her by the n-word at Sammy’s Grill, but no other witnesses have come forward. Activist Daniel Banguel says the matter still needs to be investigated..:
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Erwin issued a statement saying he never has, never would, and never will use the language he is accused of saying.

Former Saints wide receiver Robert Meachem will spend the next month in the Jefferson Parish jail after a judge determined he’s at fault for not paying almost 400-thousand dollars in child support and alimony.