A former state trooper reaches a plea deal in connection with the death of Ronald Greene. Kory York was originally charged with one count of negligent homicide and ten counts of malfeasance. His attorney is Mike Small.

Cut 12 (10) “…of simple battery.”

Small says York pleaded no contest so that it couldn’t be used against him in his civil case, which is still pending and which Small is not involved in

Calcasieu Parish officials are discussing how they will honor their former director of the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Dick Gremillion (GREM-ee-ahn) who passed away over the weekend. Tom Hoefer (HAY-fur) with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury says Gremillion had health issues but his passing on Saturday was unexpected.

Cut 11 (06) “…away so quickly.”

Gremillion served the parish for 31 years, the last 28 as OHSEP director.

Governor Landry has officially called for Louisiana’s third special legislative session of the year. The session on tax reform and other issues will begin next Wednesday and Landry says the proposed reforms would make Louisiana more competitive with states like Florida and Texas, which do not impose income taxes. Editor of La Politics dot com, Jeremy Alford says any proposed changes passed by the legislature would change article 7 of the state’s constitution and require voter approval.

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Some say the tax reform plan has pluses and minuses. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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A former state trooper reaches a plea deal in connection with the death of Ronald Greene. Kory York pleaded no contest to eight misdemeanor counts of civil battery in Union Parish this morning. He was given a six-month suspended sentence, a one-thousand-dollar fine and one year probation, and he will have to perform 160 hours of community service. If he violates his probation, he will be required to serve his prison sentence. York was originally charged with one count of negligent homicide and ten counts of malfeasance. Prosecutors had previously dropped the most serious charge of negligent homicide.

The former director of the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has died. Dick Gremillion (GREM-ee-ahn) passed away over the weekend. Tom Hoefer (HAY-fur) with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury says Gremillion was with the parish for 31 years, the last 28 of which as OHSEP director.

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Governor Jeff Landry has officially called for a special legislative session, set to start on November 6, the day after the presidential election. LaPolitics.com Editor Jeremy Alford says this session will focus on a proposed tax overhaul to reduce income tax rates while expanding the state’s sales tax structure.

Cut 3 (12) “…state sales tax structure.”

U-S House Speaker Mike Johnson believes we’ll see a Red Wave on election day with Donald Trump winning the White House and Republicans growing their majority in the House and taking control of the Senate. Johnson expressed this confidence after early voting in Bossier Parish.

Cut 10 (11) “…for the country”

Johnson believes he’ll be re-elected as House Speaker if Republicans retain control of the U.S. House.

The day after election day, Louisiana lawmakers will convene in Baton Rouge for the start of a special session on tax reform. Governor Landry proclaimed that the session will start November 6th and must end by November 25th. Tax reform won’t be the only item on the agenda – lawmakers will also consider changes to property insurance, juvenile procedures, the judicial branch and other items.

It was a losing weekend for LSU and the Saints. LSU lost to Texas A&M 38-23, while the Saints lost to the Chargers, 26-8.

Halloween is Thursday and if you haven’t gotten your costume picked out yet then you better get a move on.  Sean Richardson has the trick and treat…

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St. Martinville’s homecoming football game Friday night was ruined by a deadly shooting prior to kickoff. One person was killed in the shooting, which resulted in the cancellation of the game between St. Martinville and Erath. 22-year-old Zackyric Gadner was arrested on a charge of second-degree murder. He’s in the St. Martin Parish jail, with bond set at 10 million dollars. At this time, it’s still unclear what led up to the deadly shooting.

We now know the date when lawmakers will convene in Baton Rouge for the special session on tax reform. Governor Landry declared that the special session will begin November 6th – the day after Election Day – and must end by November 25th. While Landry’s tax reform plan will be the main item on the agenda, it’s not the only one. Lawmakers will also consider changes to property insurance, juvenile procedures, the judicial branch and other items.

Children from across the state are becoming hospitalized after eating candy laced with THC. The legislature legalized the edibles back in 2022, albeit requiring purchasers to be at least 21 years old. But Mark Ryan, the executive director of the Louisiana Poison Control Center, says that’s not stopping kids from getting their hands on the stuff.

Cut 5 (13) “…so they’re accessible.”

During a stop in his home district, Republican Mike Johnson reflected on his one year as the U-S House Speaker. Colleen Crain has more…

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As Halloween approaches, the excitement in neighborhoods is palpable, with children and adults preparing for the spookiest night of the year. Dee Dee Daniels of Humbug Costumes in Kenner says when picking out a costume, don’t just copy a picture you found on the internet…

Cut 8 (04) “…inner character out.”

Daniels says the best tip she can give is to try it on before you take it home.

It looks and tastes like regular candy, but  it’s not meant for children and it’s making them sick. Here’s Andrew Greenstein.

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Halloween is Thursday, and people are beginning to put the final touches on their costumes for the spookiest night of the year.  Dee Dee Daniels of Humbug Costumes in Kenner says making sure your costume is uniquely you is always best.

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U-S House Speaker Mike Johnson thinks Republicans will win big on election day.  And he says that’ll mean immediate change.  Johnson believes he’ll be re-elected as House Speaker if Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House. Many have speculated the  Democrats take control of the House by flipping seats in New York and California, but Johnson says no.

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Work is underway on the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Project in Lake Charles…to protect homes and businesses from future flooding.  Senior Project Manager Micki Meier says in some cases, they’re building levies and elevate homes by three to six feet.

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Louisiana law says you have to be 21 to buy THC laced gummies, but there’s big concern over the alarming growth in the number of children being hospitalized because of them.  Mark Ryan, executive director of the Louisiana Poison Control Center says the effects this candy has on children can be frightening.

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Ryan says many complain the THC gummies are specifically marketed to children.  He expects state lawmakers to take up making changes to the existing law during the next regular session.

Legislators will be meeting for a special tax session after all.  The governor issuing the proclaimation calling for the session over the weekend.  While it’s  “tax session”, LaPolitics.com publisher Jeremy Alford says it won’t just be about taxes.  There are call items for changes to the judicial branch, juvenile procedures, crime, and property insurance just to name a few.  The special session will start November 6^th and must end by November 25^th.

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During a stop in his home district, Republican Mike Johnson reflected on his one year as the U-S House Speaker. Colleen Crain has more…

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Work is underway on the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Project in Lake Charles. The goal is to protect homes and businesses from flooding in Calcasieu, Cameron and Vermillion parishes. Senior Project Manager Micki Meier says part of the project involves building levies around certain properties.

Cut 14 (09) “…dry-floodproof them.”

Work is underway on the Southwest Coastal Louisiana Project in Lake Charles. Senior Project Manager Micki Meier says this will bring protection from flooding to homes and businesses in Calcasieu, Cameron and Vermillion parishes.

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THC gummies are landing more and more children in the hospital in Louisiana.  Mark Ryan, the executive director of the Louisiana Poison Control Center with the shocking numbers over the last few years.

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Halloween is Thursday and if you haven’t gotten your costume picked out yet then you better get a move on.  Sean Richardson has the trick and treat…

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U-S House Speaker Mike Johnson believes Republicans will see big successes on election day.  Johnson says if former President Donald Trump is re-elected, you can expect immediate steps to secure the Southern border, efforts to improve the economy and there will also be regulatory reform…

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Johnson has been campaigning on behalf of Republicans nationwide for the last several weeks.  He made those comments during a stop in Bossier parish last week.

Louisiana lawmakers will be meeting for a special tax session after all.  The governor issuing the proclamation calling for the session over the weekend.  While it’s  “tax session”, LaPolitics.com publisher Jeremy Alford says it won’t just be about taxes.  There are call items for changes to the judicial branch, juvenile procedures, crime, and property insurance just to name a few.  The special session will start November 6^th and must end by November 25^th.

U-S House Speaker Mike Johnson believes we’ll see a Red Wave on election day with Republicans growing their majority in the House, taking control of the U-S Senate and winning the White House. Johnson expressed this confidence after early voting in Bossier Parish. Johnson has been campaigning on behalf of Republicans nationwide for the last several weeks…

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More and more children in Louisiana are being hospitalized as a result of THC laced candy.  Mark Ryan, the executive director of the Louisiana Poison Control Center, says part of the problem is that the makers of this THC-laced candy are marketing them specifically to children.  And though you have to be 21 to buy them, they’re they’re still getting into the hands – and mouths of children.

Cut 5 (13) “…so they’re accessible.”

As Halloween approaches, the excitement in neighborhoods is palpable, with children and adults preparing for the spookiest night of the year. Many are busy finalizing their costumes.  Dee Dee Daniels of Humbug Costumes in Kenner says to be original…

Cut 7 (09) “…build upon it.”