85 Members of Congress Demand Holder Investigate SWATting Cases

Posted on June 13, 2012 | Comments Off

sadly, no dems -> 85 Members of Congress Demand Holder Investigate SWATting Cases goo.gl/cr1e7 #ttff #tcot
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  The Jefferson Parish Charter Advisory Board plans to hold Monday night the first of two hearings on proposed changes to the parish charter. Monday's session begins at 7 p.m. in Gretna.
- Super Bowl 50 site to be decided Tuesday May 20, 2013
  San Francisco and South Florida are competing to host the game.
- Exchange Alley: Recipes with wine May 20, 2013
  Recipes: Fruit in Wine Jelly, Slow Cooker Beef Daube and Greek-style Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta
WWL Radio Twitter Feed
- Termite time, the swarms are starting in S.E. Louisiana bit.ly/10gsWoF 42 minutes ago
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- Tommy wants to know what you think about the IRS scandal. Do you believe it was the actions of a few rogue employees? 2 hours ago
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WWL New Orleans
- Jack the pony found wandering Houma neighborhood, reunited with owner May 20, 2013
  Houma Police chased a pony around the Maple Street neighborhood this morning before reuniting it with its owner.
- Three students robbed 10 minutes apart in the Riverbend May 20, 2013
  Three students were robbed in two incidents about 10 minutes apart on Hampson and Burthe streets in the Riverbend area of Carrollton, authorities said.
- Crack down on seat-belt violations during 'Click It or Ticket' May 20, 2013
  The "Click It or Ticket" seat belt safety campaign kicked off on Monday.
- West Bank bridge closed as officials look for solution to expensive fix May 20, 2013
  In news that wouldn't surprise Harvey commuters, the 4th Street Bridge was closed to drivers Monday morning.
- Business owners say crime, blight threaten Tulane Avenue progress May 20, 2013
  There’s a growing sense of optimism for the Tulane Avenue corridor in Mid-City, a once-bustling area that fell into decline decades ago.
WDSU New Orleans
- Judge orders St. Tammany coroner to turn over 80,000 documents by Friday May 20, 2013
  The St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Peter Galavn was ordered Monday morning to turn over 80,000 documents to the legislative auditor by Friday.
- Report: VA Hospital construction over budget, behind schedule May 20, 2013
  Construction on the new Veteran Affairs hospital in Mid-City is hundreds of millions of dollars over budget and behind schedule, according to U.S. Government Accountability Office report.
- Quirky habits of people over 100 May 20, 2013
  To what do centenarians attribute their long lives? Take a look at these quirky tricks people who have lived past 100 swear by.
- Fascinating festivals from around the World May 20, 2013
  From the Road Kill Cook Off to one that involve moose droppings and even the World Body Painting festival, just to name a few, festivals take many forms. Glance at some of the most interesting festivals in the United States and around the world.
- Food irradiation business to increase trade in south Mississippi May 20, 2013
  A $5 million food-irradiation facility at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is expected to increase business by officials who say it increases food safety and extends shelf life of perishable foods.
WVUE New Orleans
- New Orleans Fire Truck goes out of service May 20, 2013
  In just a matter of weeks uptown residents who live near the Arabella Fire Station will lose a special piece of firefighting equipment.
- Lee Zurik Investigation: The retirement plan so good, it may be illegal May 17, 2013
  It's a little known perk that only benefits less than 20 percent of Jefferson Parish employees, but costs the parish millions every year. And our questions to a statewide official had her telling us that the benefit is illegal.
- Officer who shot NY student faced harrowing choice May 20, 2013
  The police officer who accidentally killed a Long Island college student along with an armed intruder faced perhaps the most harrowing decision in law enforcement: choosing the split-second moment when the risk is so high...
- 2 boys missing after ATV overturns in Miss. creek May 19, 2013
  Authorities have recovered the body of a 10-year-old boy who apparently drowned after an all-terrain vehicle overturned in a Mississippi creek. The search for the boy's younger brother continued Sunday.
- 8-year-old accidentally shot by brother in B.R. May 19, 2013
  Authorities say a 12-year-old boy accidentally shot his 8-year-old brother with a gun he found in a closet at his grandparents' Baton Rouge home.
WGSO
- The Bench May 19 May 20, 2013
- Louisiana Prep Report May 18 May 18, 2013
- Canon Hospice Health Care Hour May 18 May 18, 2013
- Three Tailgators May 18 May 18, 2013
- All Things Local May 18 May 18, 2013
The Wildcat
- ‘You can always be what you want to be’
  LC Spring '13 Graduation day of mixed emotions
- Pinned to the past… and the future
  LC Nursing students honored in ceremony marking graduation
- Great while it lasted!
  Wildcats' magical run ends with 10-4 loss to UT-Tyler in ASC Championship game
- Looking to Extend History
  Wildcats Baseball to face ASC's best in Tyler
- LC gets $10 million donation (Video)
  Dr. Aguillard makes announcement at news conference
The Daily Reveille
- Campus expands at unprecedented rate May 5, 2013
  As a dusty haze descended upon campus this semester, from it rose projects like the parking garage and Tiger Stadium renovations — and the dust is far from settling.
- Fraudulent job postings increase as technology takes over market May 5, 2013
  If a job posted online seems so great it might as well be a steal, then it is probably trying to steal from you.
- SG election overshadowed by drama May 5, 2013
  Student Government saw a particularly volatile election cycle this semester — one filled with multiple complaint and University Court hearings as well as elections.
- Downtown Grocery holds grand opening May 5, 2013
  Downtown Grocery is the newest business to call the downtown area home and will hold a grand opening Monday, joining the ranks of other new businesses in a thriving and growing section of Baton Rouge.
- Atheist and LGBT communities see organized action May 5, 2013
  From the third annual Louisiana Queer Conference to the Bayou State’s first secular convention, the University’s LGBT and atheist students saw an increase in organized action within their communities
The Maroon
- Senior Sendoff May 10, 2013
  By: Showcasing a few of Loyola's many graduating students and commemorating their work and efforts. ...
- Letter to the Editor: Column was misguided May 9, 2013
  By: Mary Jane Wherritt Becker Letter to the Editor Loyola Maroon May 8, 2013 Recently, we were made aware of an article that appeared in the Loyola Maroon in late April. ...
- Go fly a kite May 8, 2013
  Take a study break with this activity What you’ll need: this newspaper (click and print the photo) two straws tape scissors string Step 1: Cut one straw down to five inches and the other to 7 1/2 ...
- Video: How to make a King Cake with a member of Loyola Sunday Cooks May 6, 2013
  By: The Maroon...
- The Button Collector part X May 3, 2013
  Swain discovers the secrets of his past and his future With the closing of the door came a silence that lasted for many, many hours. This might seem like a long time to you, but to Swain it was only a moment, for he could not understand how he could feel such distress at
The Lion’s Roar
- Track and field places in SLC May 14, 2013
  The men and women’s track and field team put their best foot forward in the three day Southland Conference May 10 through 12 against several different competing schools. Southeastern’s Track and Field team won four event championships in the Conferen...
- Student-athlete awarded for academic excellence May 14, 2013
  Buck Bernard receives $2,500 scholarship While many consider earning a bachelor’s degree to be difficult, the accomplishment becomes especially challenging and time-consuming for student-athletes. One motivated Lions baseball team pitcher stands out for demonstrating both athletic and academi...
- Lions snap ranked Bearkats’ winning streak May 14, 2013
  Team loses home series, clinches last home game After two losses against the No. 28-ranked Sam Houston State Bearkats, the Lions baseball team managed to defeat the Bearkats in the last home game of the season thanks to good pitching and an aggressive defense. Initially the first game of the serie...
- Words of end-of-semester wisdom May 14, 2013
  Prologue For some reason or another, I feel like making this a little bit informal. And by a little bit, I actually mean in your face, blatant and woefully overstated. The ideas I’m presenting will make sense, but may take some nonsensical introducti...
- Student directors show their skills during theatre class showcase May 14, 2013
  Students from an upper-level theatre course had the opportunity to put their directing skills to practice in a Directing Showcase, which was presented on Tuesday, May 7 in the
Louisiana Record
- Academy Sports sues employer of man who ran into power pole and knocked out power to store May 17, 2013
  James M. GarnerGRETNA – A national sporting goods retailer is suing a delivery company after one of its vehicles was driven into a power pole serving the store, which resulted in a seven hour power outage and lost revenue. Academy Ltd. filed … Read More »
- Alma Plantation accused of causing woman’s mesothelioma through second hand exposure May 17, 2013
  NEW ORLEANS – A Greenville, Miss. woman is suing several companies alleging each contributed to her asbestos exposure and subsequent contraction of mesothelioma. Elizabeth Gailyne Sutherland filed a lawsuit against Alma Plantation LLC, Anco Insulation Inc., Arrowood Indemnity Company, Eagle … Read More »
- Pontchartrain Center sued by woman who claims disability after fall in puddle of water May 17, 2013
  Conrad S. Williams IIIGRETNA – A Terrebonne Parish woman is suing a local convention center and its operators after she fell in a puddle of water at a trade show. Elizabeth S. Blanchard filed suit against Sysco Corporation, Gallagher Bassett Services Inc., Ponthchartrain … Read More »
- Car wash sued by man who drove into uncovered drain hole May 17, 2013
  Marcia Suzanne Montero GRETNA – A St. John the Baptist Parish man is suing a Jefferson Parish car wash after he drove into an open drainage hole, which resulted in damage to his vehicle and injuries to him and his daughter. Charlie Taylor, … Read More »
- Harahan couple fights Chase Home Finance claiming improper foreclosure May 17, 2013
  23GRETNA – A Harahan couple is suing an international lender for allegedly improperly foreclosing on their home. Jay Jesse and Phyllis Karmazin filed suit against Chase Home Finance LLC in the 24th Judicial District Court on March. 18. The Karmazins … Read More »
Louisiana Political Newswire
- Monday should be a light day in the Louisiana Legislature May 20, 2013
- Backlog of maintenance May 20, 2013
- Ethics Board: Fixes still necessary but not coming soon May 20, 2013
- BR tax incentives draw mixed reactions May 20, 2013
- When It Rains, It Pours May 19, 2013
Cenla News
- 75% OF YOU DON'T CARE December 9, 2012
- COUNCIL SEAT CAN BE BOUGHT December 5, 2012
- OVER 70 THOUSAND DOLLARS...SO FAR October 30, 2012
- Council At Large Race $$$$$ update October 24, 2012
- Money Pours Into Rubin Campaign October 7, 2012
CenLamar
- UNCONSTITUTIONAL: Bobby Jindal’s “Moon Shot” Implodes May 8, 2013
- Old White Men at the Louisiana Family Forum Continue to Obsess Over Screwing Gays May 5, 2013
- Louisiana State Senator Supports Creationism Law Because Of His Experience With Witch Doctor May 2, 2013
- An Open Letter to Conrad Appel, Chairman of the Louisiana Senate Education Committee April 26, 2013
- Louisiana College President Joe Aguillard Accused of Fraud, Misappropriation, Criminal Misrepresentation April 25, 2013
Louisiana Voice
- Course Choice provider who enrolled 1100 students without their knowledge tied to Bush, Romney, Tex. dropout scandal
- Notable Quotables (in their own words)
- DOE run like a snow cone stand, but Course Choice fraudulent enrollments looking like a major scandal
- Notable Quotables (in their own words)
- White’s release of evaluation data on Shreveport teachers to Advocate reporter was in direct violation of 2010 state law
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- easter bunny recycled
- **FLASH** hummingbirds return to rapides parish la 2013
- rapides regional medical center sued for snake infestation
- lt gov jay dardenne issues press release to tout management of department of culture recreation and tourism during budget crisis
- alexandria la.'s haynes best western inn & suites & convention center sued in slip n fall
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CENLA Focus
- 2013 Best of Cenla Reader’s Choice Awards May 6, 2013
- Welcome Happy Morning! May 6, 2013
- See, Save, Celebrate: Preservation Month 2013 May 6, 2013
- Live, Leave, Give – Estate Planning at Its Core May 6, 2013
- Eric Pawlowski May 6, 2013
National Hurricane Center Graphical Tropical Weather Outlooks
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 5, 2012
- NHC Eastern Pacific Outlook May 20, 2013
National Hurricane Center (Atlantic)
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 4, 2012
National Hurricane Center (Eastern Pacific)
- There are no tropical cyclones at this time. May 21, 2013
- Eastern Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook May 20, 2013
NWS Lake Charles Twitter Feed
- It's Day 3 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB). 1.usa.gov/Jwy2jZ #lawx... 2 hours ago
- It's Day 3 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRB). 1.usa.gov/Jwy2jZ 2 hours ago
- It's Day 2 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic today is Vessel Safety Checks (VSC). 1.usa.gov/KRtBEN #lawx #txwx 1 day ago
- Hey for you in Lake Charles, come out to the Prien Lake Mall and visit with us during the Hurricane expo. 2 days ago
- Cloudy skies to start out a Saturday... but temps will warm into the 80s on south winds... Enjoy great day to be outside. 2 days ago
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Current Watches, Warnings and Advisories for Louisiana Issued by the National Weather Service
- Flood Warning issued May 20 at 10:17AM CDT until further notice by NWS May 20, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... THE ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY AFFECTING ST. MARY PARISH THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY. * UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
- Flood Warning issued May 20 at 8:58AM CDT until May 21 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS May 20, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA...MISSISSIPPI... THE PEARL RIVER NEAR BOGALUSA AFFECTING ST. TAMMANY...WASHINGTON... HANCOCK AND PEARL RIVER COUNTIES/PARISHES THE PEARL RIVER NEAR PEARL RIVER AFFECTING ST. TAMMANY...HANCOCK AND PEARL RIVER COUNTIES/PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 20 at 8:58AM CDT until May 23 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS May 20, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA...MISSISSIPPI... THE PEARL RIVER NEAR BOGALUSA AFFECTING ST. TAMMANY...WASHINGTON... HANCOCK AND PEARL RIVER COUNTIES/PARISHES THE PEARL RIVER NEAR PEARL RIVER AFFECTING ST. TAMMANY...HANCOCK AND PEARL RIVER COUNTIES/PARISHES
- Lake Wind Advisory issued May 20 at 5:09AM CDT until May 20 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS May 20, 2013
  ...LAKE WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * EVENT...THE PRESSURE GRADIENT WILL AGAIN TIGHTEN TODAY ACROSS THE SOUTHERN PLAINS...AHEAD OF AN AREA OF DEEPENING SURFACE LOW PRESSURE ALONG THE DRYLINE ACROSS WESTERN OKLAHOMA AND NORTHWEST TEXAS. SOUTH WINDS WITH INCREASE TO 15 TO 20 MPH BY MID MORNING
- Flood Warning issued May 19 at 8:43PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 20, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
AMBER Alert
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Murfreesboro,TN May 20, 2013
  Child has been recovered safely by Smyrna Police Department. Father is in custody.
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Detroit,MI May 20, 2013
  Victim found safe
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Polson,MT May 19, 2013
  Child recovered and suspect in custody.
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Sandy Springs ,GA May 17, 2013
  Zebidiah Lockette was captured in West Memphis, Arkansas. The child is safe. Information from Georgia Bureau of Investigations, Agent CIndy Ledford. Amber Alert cancelled for Kentucky.
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Sandy Springs,GA May 17, 2013
  Sorelle was located and Lockette is in custody
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