BULLETIN – AT 11:32 A.M. ET:  There has been a shooting of police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  Reports differ, but as many as three officers have been killed and approximately seven wounded.  Many or all of the wounded are said to be in critical condition.  The shooter or shooters are apparently still at large.

Baton Rouge was the scene several weeks ago of a black man killed by police in a violent confrontation. 

We are following this closely, and may be away from blogging for a time as we gather facts. 

Stand by.

July 17,  2016