BY DEANNA B. NARVESON | Staff writer Gov. Jeff Landry and the Legislature have changed how the Louisiana Board of Ethics operates. They've added new rules for how it investigates allegations of conflicts of interest, nepotism and other forms of corruption. Supporters say they are protecting public servants against frivolous investigations over dubious allegations of misconduct, but critics worry the new laws chip away at important safeguards. Read the full story. More charter schools are coming to the Baton Rouge area. The largest charter school network in Louisiana is expanding yet again, opening satellite campuses in St. George and Zachary. Fort Lauderdale-based Charter Schools USA is launching these mini-schools, known as learning pods, this fall on property it’s leasing in both cities. Read the full story. The St. Gabriel police captain found stabbed to death in his home Sunday was in an "on and off domestic relationship" with his alleged murderer and was suspected of corruption, authorities said Monday. Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi said he had asked the Louisiana Attorney General to investigate Devin Boutte on allegations of corruption 10 days before his death. He declined to give more details. Read more. | 