Update on Denham Springs fire; Mossville human rights claims investigated
Here's what newspapers throughout the state are offering online readers today:
Rep. Charlie Melancon, D-La., speaks as U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar and Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La.,listen, about President Obama's plan to expand offshore oil drilling, at Superior Energy Services in Gretna, Thursday.The Lafayette Advertiser: U.S. energy policy shifts: Local companies could see opportunities for offshore gains.
The Houma Courier: Industry shocked, pleased by drilling plan.
The Opelousas Daily World: Obama expands drilling.
The Baton Rouge Advocate: Many evacuees go home after Denham Springs chemical warehouse fire.
The Shreveport Times: Homicide suspect posed as young girl through text messages, authorities say.
The Monroe News Star: Sterlington's access to crime information center ends.
The Alexandria Town Talk: Family ties run deep in deploying Louisiana National Guard unit.
The Lake Charles American Press: Human rights panel looks at Mossville claims.