LSU President William Tate begins a bus tour around the state today. He says the goal is to learn more about some of the state’s key industries to ensure alignment with LSUs’ priorities, which includes developing coastal restoration research and producing grads who can help with cybersecurity…

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The bus will head to LSU’s original campus in Pineville this morning to unveil the school’s Economic Impact on Louisiana.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will put 660-million dollars towards the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion. Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Director Bren Haase says construction is expected to begin this summer to reconnect the Mississippi River to Louisiana’s Barataria Basin estuary…

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The FDA has approved the nasal spray Zavegepant (zav-gee-pant) for the treatment of migraines.

Ochsner Health Neurologist Dr. Jose Posas says it’s ideal for cardiac patients who can’t take some oral migraine meds and for patients who use preventative oral medications or even Botox to decrease the frequency of their migraine attacks.

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March is Sleep Awareness month and United Healthcare Louisiana chief medical officer Dr. Kevin Stephens recommends turning off distractions, like the TV, your phone to prepare for bedtime. He suggests reading a book, turning off the lights, meditation, and…

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He says if you have problems sleeping to see a physician to make sure it’s not a medical issue.

LSU President William Tate will take a road trip across the state on the Scholarship First bus tour beginning today. The first stop of the tour, powered by RoyOMartin, will be at LSU’s original campus in Pineville. Tate says the tour is a listening tour and an awareness campaign all rolled into one.

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 March marks Sleep Awareness month and getting a good night’s rest can have physical and mental benefits. United Healthcare Louisiana chief medical officer Dr, Kevin Stephens says getting an adequate amount of is important and sleep disorders like insomnia could be caused by an underlying health condition.

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The FDA has approved a nasal spray aimed at treating migraines.  Ochsner Health Neurologist Dr. Jose Posas  says this is an effective option to provide relief for patients who suffer from migraines.

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The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority says the final funding piece is in place for the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment, a massive coastal restoration project expected to create over 20 square miles of wetlands in the Barataria Basin over the next 50 years. C-P-R-A Director Bren Haase says the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is investing 660 million dollars in the project…

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LSU President William Tate boarded a purple and gold bus this morning that will take him around the state this week. Several stops are planned on the Scholarship First bus tour. Tate says it’s a listening tour and awareness campaign all rolled into one…
cut 6 (11) “…right direction”
The tour includes stops in Natchitoches, Shreveport, Monroe, Crowley and New Iberia.

The FDA approves a nasal spray that can treat migraines. The nasal spray is called Zavegepant (zav-gee-pant) and in trials, 24 percent of patients reported they were pain-free in two hours and 40 percent were free of sensitivities, to things like light, sound and even nausea. Ochsner Health Neurologist Doctor Jose Posas (poe-sauce) says this nasal spray is ideal for those with heart conditions…
cut 11 (09) “…suffering”

The final piece of funding to fully fund the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project is in place. Kevin Gallagher has more…
cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher

The Field of Dreams Park in Bossier City is back open this morning after it was shutdown for two days after an alligator was spotted in the park. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents captured the alligator that was about six feet long. The park re-opens just in time for spring break.

The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority says they have the final funding piece for the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, the St. Bernard and Plaquemine Parish councils, oystermen, and fishermen oppose the coastal restoration project. They say it threatens fishing, dolphins, and their economies. But CPRA executive director Bren Haase says the diversion will improve the Barataria’s estuary…
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LSU President William Tate begins a bus tour around the state today. Tate says the goal is to learn more about some of the state’s key industries to ensure alignment with LSUs’ priorities, which includes developing coastal restoration research and producing grads who can help with cybersecurity…
cut 5 (08) “…cyber side”
The bus will head to LSU’s original campus in Pineville this morning to unveil the school’s Economic Impact on Louisiana.

Another FDA-approved migraine medication will soon hit the market and it’s a nasal spray. Brooke Thorington has more….:
Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

State Police arrested a Marskville woman after they say she stole a trooper’s vehicle on Saturday night in Metairie. Authorities say 24-year-old Bethany Holmes hopped into the LSP vehicle while a trooper was speaking with people involved in a traffic accident in the parking lot of Clearview Mall. Holmes smashed the marked police unit into several vehicles before she was stopped and arrested.

A Purple and Gold bus will leave Baton Rouge today as the leader of LSU will share the school’s mission and message around the state. Teiko Foxx reports…:
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The LSU Lady Tigers received a three-seed in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament and will host Hawaii on Friday in the first round. The Ragin Cajuns are headed to Orlando to take on Tennessee in the men’s NCAA Tournament. And McNeese will introduce former LSU Coach Will Wade as its new head coach today.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will put 660-million dollars towards the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion. The funding represents the final increment needed to fully fund the coastal restoration project. Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Director Bren Haase says construction is expected to begin this summer to reconnect the Mississippi River to Louisiana’s Barataria Basin estuary…
cut 14 (10) “….estuary”
Construction is expected to take five years to complete.

March is Sleep Awareness month and we’re even more aware of our lacking slumber thanks to the time change. United Healthcare Louisiana chief medical officer Dr. Kevin Stephens says sleep is a learned behavior…
Cut 7 (10) “.. rigid regimen.”

State Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting a week ago in Bossier City. The incident started with the suspect fleeing Haughton Police, who tried to stop the GMS pickup for outstanding warrants. The chase led to Bossier, and was joined by parish deputies. After crashing into several parked cars, the pickup then overturned on U.S. Highway 80, and the suspect got out with a gun, and was shot by Bossier deputies, Bossier City cops and Haughton P.D. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The gun proved to be an AR15-STYLE BB rifle. The matter is under investigation.

LSP has made an arrest in a 30-year-old child homicide cold case. Trooper Kate Stegall says the crime was solved using tech not available three decades ago, to collect DNA and fingerprints of the alleged killers, the baby girl’s parents…:

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Now facing murder charges, Andrew and Inga Carriere…who were arrested separately over the past week.

The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness will end its Hurricane Ida Sheltering Program on May 31st. Following the destructive Category four storm, the state supplied thousands of displaced families with travel trailers. GOHSEP Director Casey Tingle says the trailers were always viewed as a temporary living arrangement..:

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About 2300 people are still living in the trailers as of this week. Some have no place to move TO, when the program ends.

It’s a good weekend for a crawfish boil. Especially with mudbug costs falling. Laney King co-founded the Crawfish app, where you can quickly shop the best prices. She says the average cost is $2.84-a-pound, but they should be going even lower…:

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The Crawfish App is a free download for your android or iPhone.

A 30-year-old cold case solved. State Police investigators have arrested the parents of an infant female found inside a garbage bag in Picayune, Mississippi back in 1992. Inga Johansen Carriere was arrested in Avondale, LA on Feb. 28^th and Andrew Carriere was arrested in Galliano, LA on March 9. State Trooper Kate Stegall says the two were booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center on first-degree murder…:

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Stegall says the breakthrough in the case is a testament to the advancements in forensic technology with DNA and fingerprints. She says their investigation is not over yet.

Having a crawfish boil this weekend? You’ll be happy to know the average price has dropped 50-cents a pound, to $2.84-a-pound for live mudbugs. Crawfish App co-founder Laney King says that’s on top of the drop in prices last weekend…:

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Buying them already boiled? Expect to pay around $5.20-a-pound.

Two bills filed for the legislative session that starts next month would double the amount of time prosecutors have to decide if a juvenile offender should be tried in adult court. Recently an Orleans judge released a carjacking and shooting suspect because the DA took longer than the allowed 30 days to make that decision. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says her bill will help in similar situations…:

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Another lawmaker, Stephanie Hilferty, of Jefferson Parish, has filed a very similar bill.

A jury in Pineville finds a local man guilty of 3^rd degree rape, for an assault that occurred a year ago in the ladies room of a daiquiri bar. Aaron Stewart could face up to 25 years in prison when he is sentenced later this month. Stewart and his lawyer insist the sex with the alleged victim was consensual.

Daylight Saving Time returns overnight tonight. Set your clocks ahead one hour before you turn in.

Police make an arrest in a 30-year-old child murder cold case. Teiko Foxx has more…:

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Another reminder for you: we set our clocks ahead one hour tonight, as we go to Daylight Saving Time. The State Fire Marshal’s office says today would be the perfect day to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to assure the batteries are good. Perhaps a trip to the hardware store for batteries or even brand new alarms is warranted.

State lawmakers file legislation that would give prosecutors twice the time to screen cases wherein a juvenile offender may be charged as an adult. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says her House Bill 54 was inspired by the case of two New Orleans youths arrested for carjacking and attempted murder. The D.A. missed a 30-day deadline to charge them as adults for nearly killing their victim. Schlegel says the bill would give Dos 60 days to decide how to try youths, and see that they receive the punishment they deserve if guilty..:

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The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness will end its Hurricane Ida Sheltering Program on May 31st. GOHSEP Director Casey Tingle says the help is still there another two months if one’s Ida-related repairs are not complete..:

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Contact the program before May 31^st at 844-268-0301.

State Police investigators have arrested the parents of an infant female found inside a garbage bag in Picayune, Mississippi back in 1992. Inga Carriere (Carrie-ah) and Andrew Carriere. State Trooper Kate Stegall says the breakthrough in the case is a testament to the advancements in forensic technology as DNA profiles and fingerprints were developed.

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Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel has filed legislation to give prosecutors twice the time to screen cases wherein a juvenile offender may be charged as an adult.  After the 30-day deadline was missed for two New Orleans teens arrested for carjacking and attempted murder. She says her bill will help with similar cases…:

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The session begins a month from today.

The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness will end its Hurricane Ida Sheltering Program on May 31st. Following the destructive Category four storm, the state supplied thousands of displaced families with travel trailers. GOHSEP Director Casey Tingle says the trailers were always viewed as a temporary living arrangement.

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He says staff can assist families to find other housing if repairs are incomplete.

If a crawfish boil is on your agenda this weekend, you’ll be happy to know the average price has dropped 50 cents a pound, to $2.84 a pound for live mudbugs. That’s according to Crawfish App Co-founder Laney King who says that’s on top of the drop in prices last weekend.

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Will D.A.s have more time to decide if certain juvenile offenders should be tried as adults? Lawmakers think so. More from Kevin Gallagher…:

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The Saints have reportedly offered quarterback Jameis Winston a restructured contract that would keep him on the team and serve as Derek Carr’s backup. If Winston does not take the new deal, he’ll be released on March 15th when the new league starts.

The average price for crawfish has dropped 50 cents a pound, to $2.84 a pound for live mudbugs.  The current price drop is down 30 percent compared to prices this time last year. That’s according to Crawfish App Co-founder Laney King who says to enjoy the low prices now – by next weekend which is St. Patrick’s Day she expects to see an increase in prices due to demand.

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State Police investigators have made an arrest in a 30-year-old cold case where an infant female was found in a garbage bag in Picayune, Mississippi. The infant’s parents, Inga Johansen Carriere were arrested in Avondale, LA on Feb. 28^th and Andrew Carriere was arrested in Galliano, LA on March 9 and charged with first-degree murder. State Trooper Kate Stegall says the Picayune Police has various pieces of evidence, some of it tied to associations in Gretna, Louisiana

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