The Common Court battle is scheduled to be heard in a courtroom today. This lawsuit is filed by parents and educators who accuse Governor Jindal of going beyond his authority to block the Common Core Assessment test. Another hearing is set for Friday. Council For a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says he trusts the rulings of Judge Todd Hernandez and Judge Tim Kelley will be fair…:
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It’s possible a resolution will take months, because of potential appeals.

The Lafayette man who is accused of killing 15-year-old Austin Rivault in February of 2013 has had his trial delayed for a fourth time. A Cameron Parish judge agreed to move Seth Fontenot’s trial from September 22nd to December 1st yesterday. Fontenot is facing charges of murder and attempted murder. The victims were allegedly shot by Fontenot and he claims he thought they were robbing him.

Joining Baton Rouge Mayor-President Kip Holden and Plaqumines Parish President Billy Nungesser in the 2015 race for Lt. Governor is Jefferson Parish President John Young. Young made the announcement to the media today. The Lt. Governor seat is being left open by Jay Dardenne who intends to run for Governor next year.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a series of public meetings across the state to provide an update on black bear research. Large Carnivore Program Manager, Maria Davidson says the animal could be taken off of the Endangered Species list if the population numbers are strong enough. She says that’ll be up to the US Fish and Wildlife Service..:
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She says the purpose of these public meetings is to keep the public informed.

Louisiana State Police is investigating an officer involved shooting yesterday in Crowley that has left one man dead. Eric Gill has more…:
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Police have identified the New Orleans Westin hotel shooter who allegedly shot his 24-year-old friend before turning the gun himself Sunday morning. They say 20-year-old Bajkanwar Aulakh is the one they believe pointed the gun at officers before a three hour long standoff ended with the man fatally killing himself. Aulakh reportedly was set to appear in a Lafayette courtroom the next day on charges of felony cyberstalking.

The dispute over Common Core heads to court today. This is the lawsuit filed by parents who think Governor Jindal didn’t have the authority to block the test associated with the education standards. As a result there is currently no test in place. Council for A better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says they hope Judge Todd Hernandez provides some clarity with an initial ruling..:
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Another Common Core hearing is scheduled for Friday in Tim Kelley’s courtroom.

The Houma man who is accused of driving drunk into a house in a crash that claimed the life of a 2-year-old baby pleaded not guilty to multiple felonies in court Monday. 22-year-old Tony Milligan faces charges of vehicular homicide, first degree vehicular negligent injury, two counts of careless operation, hit and run and no seat belt. He remains in the Terrebonne Parish Jail on a $300,000 bond.

A hearing is set to be heard by a judge today over a lawsuit filed by parents and educators who accuse Governor Jindal of overstepping his authority when he blocked tests associated with Common Core. Council For a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin says hopefully the judicial system can end this stalemate:

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Jindal is reportedly asking Judge Todd Hernandez to dismiss much of the lawsuit and his lawyer requesting the judge to forbid depositions of the Governor.

How about an LSU Jell-O mold for your tailgate this season. Well it’s happening as the Jiggler kit is in stores now that includes lemon and grape Jell-O and molds that say LSU and Tigers. Jell-O brand manager Emilie Fitch says they are working toward marketing to the young family…:
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They’re going fast so if sold out in stores you can also buy them online at Amazon.

Louisiana State Police say they busted a man driving through Louisiana on I-12 during a traffic stop with about 300 lbs of suspected marijuana. They say it happened around 9am Sunday morning following a traffic stop close to the I-12, I-55 junction. Troopers arrested the driver 26-year-old Carlos Davis of Greenwood, Mississippi after making the discovery when a positive alert was made by the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s office K-9. The drugs they say are worth about $250,000.

Louisiana State Police is investigating an officer involved shooting yesterday in Crowley that has left one man dead. Master Trooper Brooks David says Crowley Police officers were responding to a disturbance call when a male subject began to shoot at the officers…:
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The investigation is ongoing.

The first legal hearing in the dispute over Common Core occurs today in a Baton Rouge courtroom. Matthew Doyle has more…:
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A new state law banning drivers from using their cell phone in a school zone was supposed to go into effect on August 1st, but the bill in its final form from this last legislation session requires signs be posted warning people of the ban. So far various cities and parishes are working to get those signs out and once that happens it will be illegal to use your hand held cell phone while driving through a posted school zone.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a series of public meetings across the state to provide an update on black bear research. Large Carnivore Program Manager, Maria Davidson, says the project pulls together population estimates of three different sub-populations of black bears…:
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Meetings are scheduled in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Ferriday, and Tallulah.

Louisiana State Police is investigating an officer involved shooting in Crowley that has left an unidentified suspect dead. Master Trooper Brooks David says Crowley Police officers were responding to a disturbance call when a male subject began to shoot at the officers…

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The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting at a hotel on Canal Street Sunday that left one man dead and another injured. Officer Frank Robertson III says officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Westin around 6:30 am…:

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It appears 20-year-old Bajkanwar Aulakh shot his 24-year-old friend in the chest before fatally shooting himself. Aulakh was to appear at the Lafayette Parish Courthouse today on various charges.

5th District Congressman Vance McAllister has only 233 dollars in available campaign funds according to the last report he filed with the Federal Elections Commission on August 2nd. It’s expected the Congressman will self-finance much of his campaign. But ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it sends a signal that McAllister may not have much support from voters…

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McAllister’s three Republican challengers have each raised over 200-thousand dollars.

According to Bankrate-dot-com, Louisiana is the second most expensive state for motorists. Spokesman Chrish Kahn says Louisiana drivers pay about $2,555 a year dealing with their car…

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He says they found that Louisiana motorists pay an average of $1277 a year on insurance.

The St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s office says a man from New Iberia is under arrest for allegedly shooting at a car he was trying to pass on Highway 182. Spokesperson Major Ginny Higgins says they got a call from a motorist that he was being tailgated by another vehicle…:
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The suspect is 30 year-old Jeroswaskie Collette. Fortunately, the other driver was not hurt.

An elderly driver from Grayson is dead following a crash with a charter bus on U.S. Highway 165 just south of Columbia. Eighty-six year-old Ted Coleman was attempting to enter the road from his driveway when he was struck by the bus. Coleman died later at a local hospital. His two passengers suffered moderate injuries. None of them were wearing seatbelts.

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At the New Orleans Westin Hotel in the French Quarter yesterday, two men are shot inside a guest room…:
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That’s NOPD spokesman Frank Robertson the Third who says twenty-year old Bajkanwar Aulakh shot himself. He was to appear in the Lafayette Parish Courthouse today on various charges. He died at the scene.

According to the finance firm Bankrate.com, Louisiana is the second-most expensive state for motorists. Michelle Southern has that…:
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The New Orleans Police Department says they’re trying to figure out what led up to a shooting at an upscale hotel on Canal Street that left one man dead and another injured. Officer Frank Robertson III says officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Westin around 6:30 am yesterday morning…:
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That’s when they retreated, called for back-up, and negotiated their way inside. The investigation continues.

Almost a quarter of a million dollars worth of marijuana has been seized after a traffic stop on I-12 near I-55 in Hammond yesterday morning. Twenty-six year-old Carlos Davis of Greenwood, Mississippi was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Authorities say there could be other arrests connected to this one in Mississippi.

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The lead character in the Baton Rouge based reality show “Sons of Guns” was arrested this weekend on child molestation charges. Michelle Southern has that.

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Recent polls taken on the upcoming fifth congressional district election, showed some support for the embattled kissing Congressman Vance McAllister. But total campaign dollars he’s raised a grand total of $233.
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That’s ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley.