Shepard, who briefly knew Ledger, also shared his memories. "I don't know that I've ever fallen in love with somebody so quickly," he said. "He was one of the most special boys I've ever met ...

The special ... aren't met on how to fund the state government, there could be a government shutdown. Grant McLaughlin covers the Legislature and state government for the Clarion Ledger.

and I don’t know that I’ve ever fallen in love with somebody so quickly.” Shepard expressed gratitude for the time he spent with Ledger. “This is one of the most special boys I’ve ever ...