A week of record June heat plus six days without power to cool off has resulted in at least one death in northwestern Louisiana, after the severe storm system with a tornado that knocked out power to over 200-thousand customers. 62-year-old Keithville resident Tina Perritt passed away in a heat-related death. SWEPCO’s Doug Warner says the damage was extensive, with almost 800 utility poles knocked down…:

CUT 07(08)      “…transmission problems.”

Around 16-thousand customers are still without power. SWEPCO hopes to have them reconnected soon.

A new poll shows Republican Jeff Landry and Democrat Shawn Wilson likely to be in a runoff election for Governor. UL-Monroe political science professor Joshua Stockley says Wilson will need to really boost his name recognition though…:

CUT 14(12)      “…who he is.”

The coast Guard reports they have found the wreckage of the submersible lost Sunday while headed to see the remains of the Titanic; thousands of feet down. Bob Ballard found the Titanic wreck almost 40 years ago. Chris Drew co-authored Ballard’s biography. Drew says Ballard felt deep undersea travel is inherently dangerous…:

CUT 05(13)      “…be exploited.”

The Coast Guard confirms all five men aboard the vessel have been lost.

The Ardagh Glass Packaging plant in Simsboro will close next month; meaning all 245 folks employed there will lose their jobs. Sybil Smalling-Foster is Mayor of the Lincoln Parish town. She says it’s not just going to hurt Simsboro…:

CUT 11(10)      “…gonna feel it.”

A new poll on the governor’s race shows Republican Jeff Landry as the front-runner, with Democrat Shawn Wilson in position to claim the run-off spot. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 02(31)      “…Palermo.”

Cops in Shreveport arrest two men they accuse of selling over 750 pounds of marijuana across the city. Kaleb Monroe and Jesse McWright. Officers seized hundred of thousands in cash, plus ten pounds of weed, illegal guns and five muscle cars.

Folks in the Lincoln Parish town of Simsboro are stunned to hear the local Ardagh Glass packaging plant will close next month; meaning the 245 employees will be out of work. Simsboro Mayor Sybil Smalling-Foster says they are the area’s largest employer…:

CUT 10(12)      “…whole nine yards.”

The Coast Guard reports wreckage of the submersible lost while en route to the wreck of the Titanic has been located. Christopher Drew co-authored the biography of Bob Ballard, the man who found the Titanic. He says says it’s possible that the underway expedition went out of control mid-water         CUT 04(04)      “…obliterated.”

Five men were aboard the vessel that went missing Sunday.

The latest poll on the governor’s race has Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry with 31 percent of the vote and Democrat Shawn Wilson with 21 percent. In the single digits are Republican candidates Sharon Hewitt, Richard Nelson, Stephen Waguespack, and John Schroder who are trying to take support away from Landry. ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Joshua Stockley…

Cut 13 (13) “…front-runner” 

Authorities have confirmed the heat-related death of 62-year-old Tina Perritt of Keithville, who was without power for an extended period. SWEPCO spokesperson Doug Warner says more than 4,000 workers have responded to the widespread outages from last Thursday’s storms.

Cut 6 (11)  “…was done.” 

Search efforts continue for the missing submersible that was en route to tour the Titanic. LSU Professor, Christopher Drew, Co-author of the Robert Ballard Memoir – the explorer who found the Titanic, weighs in on the disappearance.

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx” 

LSU remains in the College World Series after beating Wake Forest last night five to two. The Tigers have to beat the Demon Deacons tonight to remain in contention. The winner of tonight’s game advances to the championship round to play Florida in a best of three series beginning Saturday night. First pitch for tonight’s game is six pm.

As a desperate search continues for a missing submersible carrying tourists to the wreckage of the Titanic, an LSU Professor weighs in on what could have gone wrong. Christopher Drew, Co-author of the Robert Ballard Memoir – the explorer who found the Titanic, says the lack of proper equipment has made it difficult to find the vessel.

Cut 3 (13) “…the submersible.”

The submersible five people including the pilot left Sunday with only 96 hours of oxygen.

The small village of Simsboro in Lincoln Parish is in shock after learning the Ardagh Glass Packaging Plant will close next month. Simsboro Mayor Sybil Smalling-Foster…

Cut 9 (09) “…unexpected.”

The plant will close on July 17^th.

A new poll on the governor’s race shows Republican Jeff Landry as the front-runner, while Democrat Shawn Wilson’s in position to claim the second run-off spot. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (31)  “….I’m Jeff Palermo”  

Governor Edwards signs legislation that prevents an insurance company from denying you the ability to hire a public adjuster to review property insurance claims. Chalmette Representative Ray Garafalo …:
Cut 5 (13) “…with the insurance company.”
The law takes effect on August 1st.

A new poll on Louisiana’s governor’s race has Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry with 31-percent of the vote, Democrat Shawn Wilson 21-percent and the rest of the contenders in single digits. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it’s not a surprise Landry continues to have a commanding lead…
Cut 12 (11) “…front-runner”
The Kitchens/Vantage poll surveyed 16-hundred likely voters last week.

The LSU Tigers are a win away from reaching the College World Series championship round after beating Wake Forest five to two last night. Cade Belso hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the third inning. LSU plays Wake Forest tonight and Beloso says the team is relaxed…
cut 28 (05) “…have fun”

Paul Skenes could be on the mound tonight. He has 200 strikeouts this season and he’s donated ten-dollars for every strikeout to Folds of Honor a non-profit that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of military and first responders who have died or are disabled….
cut 2 (30) “….I’m Teiko Foxx”

Legislation to give homeowners the right to hire a public adjuster to handle property insurance claims goes into effect on August first. Bill author Chalmette Representative Ray Garafalo says it’s part of a package of bills aimed at easing the state’s property insurance crisis…:

Cut 6 (11)  “…in the law.”

He says the new law serves notice to insurers that their customers DO have the right to a third-party assessment of one’s damage.

Taxes on e-cigarettes and vape products will increase next month to fund pay raises for state police. Bill author, Covington Representative Paul Hollis says the new law also addressed other factors involving the sale of vape products.

Cut 15 (07)  “…online dealers.”

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation’s 101st convention begins today in New Orleans. Farm Bureau spokesperson Avery Davidson says members will hear from gubernatorial candidates at the convention and it’s quite a milestone the federation is entering their second century.

Cut 9 (11)  “…in Baton Rouge.”

LSU is now one win away from reaching the championship round of the College World Series after beating Wake Forest five to two last night. After a shaky start, Griffin Herrin came out of the bullpen and held the Demon Deacons down, striking out six…
cut 29 (08) “…..towards the end”
Cade Beloso’s three run homer in the third provided the cushion LSU needed. The Tigers will play Wake Forest again tonight at 6 o’clock.

A bill passed into law by Governor Edwards that would hike the tax on e-cigarettes and vape products goes into effect next month, Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 3 (31)  “….I’m Brooke Thorington”

A Slidell police officer was injured after his vehicle overturned in a ditch while attempting to stop an orange Dodge Charger near Highway 11 and Interstate 12 last night. The pursuit led into Lacombe on Highway 190 West. The officer suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect is still at large.

Governor Edwards signs legislation that gives property owners the right to hire a public adjuster to handle their property insurance claims. Chalmette Representative Ray Garafalo …:

Cut 5 (13)   “…with the insurance company.”

The law takes effect on August 1^st.

LSU Tigers  Pitcher Paul Skenes has recorded a whopping 200 strikeouts on the field which adds up to $2000 donated to the non-profit – Folds of Honor. Senior Director of Chapter Relations Diane Niemecek says it’s an amazing contribution to the organization.

Cut 11 (13)  “…these recipients.”

Skenes and supporters have donated over 24 thousand dollars.

The Governor has signed into law a bill assuring your right to an independent public adjuster in your homeowner’s insurance claim.
Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

SWEPCO says power has been restored to more than 200-thousand customers who lost power as a result of severe weather last Thursday night. In northwest Louisiana, there are still 22-thousand customers who do not have power. And the State Department of Health reports a 62-year-old Caddo Parish woman died after not having power for an extended period of time.

LSU beat Wake Forest last night, setting up another matchup tonight with the Demon Deacons. The loser goes home, while the winner advances to face Florida in the championship series. Paul Skenes could get the start on the mound. LSU’s ace pitcher has struck out 200 hitters and he’s donated 10-dollars for every strikeout to Folds of Honor, which provides scholarships to spouses and children of military and first responders who have died or are disabled. Diane Niemecek says Skenes has helped raise nearly 25-thousand dollars…
cut 12 (07) “…to Paul”
First pitch tonight is at 6 PM.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Convention kicks off today in New Orleans. Spokesperson Avery Davidson says a gubernatorial forum will take place tomorrow and U-S Senator John Kennedy will also address their organization.
cut 8 (10) “….Dr. Matt Lee”

Governor Edwards signs a bill that assures homeowners the right to hire a public adjuster to handle their property insurance claims. Chalmette Representative Ray Garafalo says the new law serves notice to insurers, customers DO have the right to a third-party assessment of one’s damage…:
Cut 4 (13) “…the insurance company.”
Garafalo says this is a big step in assuring consumer rights in property claims.

Starting July 1st the state tax on the sale of vape and e-cigarettes will go up. The additional revenue will go towards State Police salaries. Covington Representative Paul Hollis says the current tax is a nickel per milliter and that will increase to 15-cents…
cut 14 (07) “….bit spotty”
The Legislative Fiscal Office projects the tax increase will generate nearly ten-million dollars in revenue.

The LSU Tigers are a win away from reaching the College World Series championship round after beating Wake Forest five to two last night. The Tigers got great pitching from several relievers and Cade Belso hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the third inning. LSU plays Wake Forest tonight and Beloso says the team is relaxed…
cut 28 (05) “…have fun”

Paul Skenes could be the starting pitcher for tonight’s win or go home game. He has 200 strikeouts, two shy of an SEC record. Skenes has donated 10-dollars for every strikeout to Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to children and spouses of fallen and wounded service members and first responders. Senior Director of Chapter Relations Diane Niemecek says donations have been rolling in as fans learn about Skenes’ genorisity…
cut 10 (12) “…changing scholarships”
For more information go to folds-of-honor-dot-org.

A tax increase on e-cigarettes and vape products sold in Louisiana beginning next month, will go towards pay raises for state police. Bill author, Covington Representative Paul Hollis, admits going into the session he was doubtful lawmakers would approve a tax increase, especially during an election year.
Cut 13 (09) “…underpaid”
Hollis says the current tax is a nickel per milliliter and that will increase to 15 cents beginning July 1st.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation’s 101st convention begins today in New Orleans. Farm Bureau spokesperson Avery Davidson says as they enter their next century attendees can expect something different this year, a forum with six of the seven gubernatorial candidates.
Cut 7 (11) “…the state.”
That forum will take place tomorrow.

LSU got a three-run homer from Cade Beloso and great work from their bullpen as they defeated Wake Forest five to two to stay alive in the College World Series. The win sets up another game against the Demon Deacons tonight, the winner advances to the championship round.

Paul Skenes could be on the mound tonight. He has 200 strikeouts this season and he’s donated ten-dollars for every strikeout to Folds of Honor a non-profit that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of military and first responders who have died or been disabled….
cut 2 (30) “….I’m Teiko Foxx”