The New Orleans Police Department has made another arrest in connection with the shooting death of Officer Daryle Holloway last month, and this time, it’s another cop. Travis Boys was initially arrested by Officer Wardell Johnson before the suspect was able to shoot and kill Holloway in a squad car while handcuffed. Chief Michael Harrison…:
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Harrison says then Johnson tried to cover it up. He’s charged with obstruction, malfeasance and theft. Harrison says they still have no idea how Boys ended up with guns in the cop car then escape.

The National Right to Life convention this week in New Orleans will also feature a Republican presidential candidate debate on Friday but Governor Bobby Jindal won’t be there. His office says there is a scheduling conflict but that the Governor would be there as keynote speaker Thursday night on opening day.

The Louisiana chapter for Americans for Prosperity, an anti-tax organization, is starting a radio campaign which calls out lawmakers who voted to increase taxes and fees in the last legislative session. Director Phillip Joffrion says instead of solving budget problems, these legislators turned to short-term fixes…:
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Several of these lawmakers are up for re-election in the fall.

The LSU Center for Energy Studies says if an agreement is made between the US and Iran over a nuclear program, it could mean a drop in oil prices due to increased supply and lower pump prices. But Executive Director David Dismukes could also cost Louisiana oil field jobs…:
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Oil prices fell eight-percent yesterday.

An anti-tax organization is airing a radio ad that shines the spotlight on state lawmakers who voted to increase taxes and fees 700-million dollars in the last legislative session. The Louisiana chapter for Americans for Prosperity paid for the 30-second spot and its director Phillip Joffrion says it’s designed to educate voters…:
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Several lawmakers who voted for the tax increases on businesses and individuals are up for re-election this fall or running for another public office.

New Orleans Police have made another arrest as part of the investigation into the murder of Officer Daryle Holloway and it’s another cop. Officer Wardell Johnson is booked with malfeasance and obstruction in the initial arrest of suspected cop-killer Travis Boys. Investigators say Johnson lied twice about bullets taken from Boys’ home. New Orleans police Superintendent Michael Harrison says he’s disgusted by Johnson’s sloppy police work including a pat down of Boys which was not thourough.

Governor Bobby Jindal signs into law a bill that allows firearm safety to be taught in public elementary schools. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s office says they responded to a residence last night after a 911 call came in from a man saying he’d just shot his girlfriend and his girlfriend’s dad but it turned out to be a lie. Deputies got to the house and learned there was no shooting incident that had taken place. Detectives believe the caller misused 911 to purposely have cops go to that home. They do have a person of interest.

An agreement between the United States and Iran over their nuclear program will likely lead to another downturn in oil prices. David Dismukes, LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director, says motorists will notice a big drop at the gas pump..:
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He says a nuclear deal will result in Iran putting billions of barrels of its oil on the market.

Public elementary students could be taught gun safety when school starts in fall under a bill passed in the last session and signed into law by Governor Bobby Jindal. Erath Representative Blake Miguez sponsored the measure and he says the purpose is to reduce accidental gun deaths in Louisiana…:
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He says the material essentially gives children who might not have any firearm knowledge learn that they should never touch or play with weapons.

The National Journal reports that Republican US Representative Charles Boustany has told donors he will run for US Senate next year, if Senator David Vitter is elected governor this year. UL Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says if that happens, Vitter will appoint a person to complete his term and have an advantage when the election takes place for a full six year term next year
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Republican Congressman John Fleming of Minden and GOP state treasurer John Kennedy could also run for US Senate next year.

The Town Talk reports that Army cuts are expected to be coming Thursday and they could significantly affect Fort Polk and the surrounding communities. Army officials have to cut at least 40,000 troops and personnel and some of that could fall on Fort Polk.

The first step in the legal dispensing of medical marijuana in Louisiana lies with the Department of Agriculture to establish the regulations. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says their is currently a question about the development of the seeds for growing the medical marijuana…:
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He says along with the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy, they are working to get a better idea of when medical marijuana can be put in the hands of patients.

Us Representative Charles Boustany says if David Vitter wins the governor’s race, the Lafayette Republican plans to run for US Senate. Republican Congressman John Fleming of Minden and GOP state treasurer John Kennedy could also run for US Senate next year. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross..:
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A deal between the U.S. and Iran over a nuclear program could result in another downfall for oil prices. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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The New Orleans Police officer who originally arrested accused cop killer Travis Boys has himself been arrested for actions which took place during the suspect’s initial incident last month. Investigators believe Officer Wardell Johnson tried to cover up evidence at the scene. He is charged with obstruction, malfeasance and theft and is on emergency suspension. Boys faces a possible death penalty in the shooting death of Officer Daryle Holloway.

An agreement between the US and Iran over their nuclear program will likely lead to another downturn in oil prices. David Dismukes, Executive Director of LSU’s Center for Energy Studies, says a nuclear deal will result in Iran putting billions of barrels of its oil on the market…:
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Dismukes says the market is already reacting to a possible deal as oil prices fell eight-percent yesterday.

Governor Bobby Jindal signed into law a bill that allows gun safety education to be taught in elementary public schools. Author of the legislation, Erath Rep. Blake Miguez, says it will be similar to “stop, drop and roll” fire instruction…:
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The age appropriate classroom instruction regarding firearm accident prevention and safety can start being taught in the fall.

The National Journal reports Republican Congressman Charles Boustany of Lafayette says he plans to run for US Senate next year, if David Vitter is elected Governor. Scott Carwile has more…:
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New information is out on a man found dead in his trailer in the East Baton Rouge Parish town of Zachary over the weekend. 47-year-old Robert Noce was murdered just two weeks after he began serving probation for a sex crime involving a young child. Noche pleaded no contest to carnal knowledge of a juvenile on June 22nd. He was found strangled and stabbed to death on Saturday at his residence and there are no suspects at this time according to cops.

The State Department of Agriculture has been put in charge of establishing the regulations for the legal dispensing of medical marijuana. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says one of the big questions is how much they will need…:
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He says the agency is in touch with LSU and Southern’s Ag Centers about developing the drug.

The National Right to Life convention this week in New Orleans will also feature a Republican presidential candidate debate on Friday but Governor Bobby Jindal won’t be there. His office says there is a scheduling conflict but that the Governor would be there as keynote speaker Thursday night on opening day. Jindal is campaigning in New Hampshire today.

The National Journal reports that Republican US Representative Charles Boustany has told donors he will run for US Senate next year, if Senator David Vitter is elected governor. UL Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says Boustany will be a strong candidate, but will likely face some tough competition from his own party…:
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If Vitter is elected as governor, he will appoint a person to finish out the remainder of his term.

Cox Communications says it has no plans to air the Miss USA pageant which takes place on Sunday In Baton Rouge and was dropped by NBC and Univision last week due to comments made by Miss Universe owner Donald Trump. The Reelz channel agreed to air the show but it’s only available on AT&T, DirecTV and Dish Network, not Cox.

An annual statewide survey from LSU finds that consumer confidence has fallen below the nation for the first time in recent years. Michael Henderson, research director of the LSU Public Policy Research Lab, says the Louisiana Consumer Sentiment Index fell by six points from the end of the third quarter of 2014 to the end of the first quarter this year…
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He says the main culprit is the drop in oil prices.

Same-sex couples who want to change their last name on their driver’s license to reflect the same name as their spouse can do so starting today. State Police Lieutenant JB Slaton says the Office of Motor Vehicles had to upgrade their computers.

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Slaton says couples who wish to change their name, must bring a certified marriage license, along with social security records.

The rising number of youth who are constantly on their cell phones and computers are putting strain on their eyes. Doctors say they’ve seen a growing amount of young patients suffering from computer vision syndrome. Dr. Monica Monica, spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, says when looking at screens your blink rate decreases….

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She says the best thing to do if you’re in front of a computer all day is to take periodic breaks.

A 36-year-old man faces vehicular homicide charges after the utility terrain vehicle he was driving fipped over and killed a 12-year-old passenger. The incident happened in St. Helena Parish on July fourth. Detective Joe Chaney says people need to be careful on these type of vehicles…
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The man arrested has been identified as Joshua Tharpe and he was released from jail on a 100-thousand dollar bond.