At this hour, Meta is announcing that the technology conglomerate that owns Facebook is doubling its AI data center in Richland Parish. President and Vice Chairman of Meta, Dina Powell McCormick, says they now plan to spend as much as 50-billion dollars on the project and related infrastructure, up from the ten billion it originally planned…

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The expansion increases the number of construction jobs to 75-hundred, and it will double the number of permanent jobs to one-thousand once the data center is fully operational, which is estimated to be in 2036.

An employee at the Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice has been arrested after three youths escaped from the Swanson Center for the Youth on Saturday. The escapees are back in custody and Makayla Kelly of Monroe has been fired and faces multiple charges.

Over 20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis have been reported in Louisiana. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says typically those cases come from those who become infected when traveling abroad, but this year’s outbreak is domestic.

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Sokol recommends you wash your hands before and after you eat and wash all fresh produce thoroughly to best reduce your risk of becoming infected.

It’s a wet start to the work week. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says some parts of Louisiana had six to seven inches of rain on Saturday alone, and that rainy pattern will continue today and tomorrow.

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Nearly all of south Louisiana has seen rain this morning.

Louisiana is one of 29 states to report cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection causing severe diarrhea. Kace Kieschnick has more.

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A St. Tammany Parish youth pastor is arrested for allegedly sexually abusing several children during the 1990s. 72-year-old David Mercer was taken into custody Friday afternoon at a property owned by First Baptist Church of Folsom.

After exchanging social media posts with Governor Landry about the city’s finances, New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno is asking for a face-to-face meeting with the governor to discuss the issue. In Moreno’s latest post, she asked the governor to work with her administration so that both the city and the state can be successful.

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Thanks to a grant from the Louisiana Department of Health, up to six physician assistant students at LSU Health Shreveport will receive scholarships in exchange for a two to three year commitment at participating rural hospitals upon graduation. Dr. Sharon Dunn, the dean of the School of Health Professions and Sciences, says the longer the scholarship, the longer the hospital commitment will be. 

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Louisiana has reported more than 20 cases of cyclosporiasis (cy-clo-spo-RYE-uh-sis), the parasitic infection which causes explosive diarrhea. State Epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says if you notice symptoms lasting more than a few days, you should contact a health professional. Sokol says cyclosporiasis can be treated with antibiotics.

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From now on, groups releasing political ads using A-I technology must disclose that fact. That’s due to a bill authored by New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry and signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry. Representative Landry says those who violate the new law face substantial penalties when it takes effect on August 1st.

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New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno asks for a face-to-face meeting with Governor Landry after exchanging letters and social media posts about the city’s finances. Landry has accused the city of treating Louisiana as an ATM. Moreno responded by saying she’s more than happy to discuss the city’s finances in person.

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Thanks to a grant from the Louisiana Department of Health, up to six physician assistant students at LSU Health Shreveport will receive scholarships in exchange for a two to three year commitment at participating rural hospitals upon graduation. Dr. Sharon Dunn, the dean of the School of Health Professions and Sciences, says it’s a win for everyone involved.

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More than 20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis have been reported in Louisiana.  Louisiana is one of 29 states reporting cases of the parasitic infection. Sokol says dying from cyclosporiasis is extremely rare, but the infection is more than just your average upset stomach.

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A new Louisiana law will require groups releasing political ads using A-I technology to disclose they’re using it.  New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry authored the bill which is now law, says such A-I content is something that will likely be addressed next year.

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Three former LSU Tigers were taken on the opening day of the Major League Baseball Draft. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Big News out of Richland Parish as Meta joins Governor Landry this morning to announce expansion of the company’s Hyperion data center.  The expansion represents a landmark investment in Louisiana’s future. The News conference is set for 9:30 this morning.

Those using artificial intelligence in political ads must now clearly disclose that fact. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Over 20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis have been reported in Louisiana; that’s above average for this time of year. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol…

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New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno asks for a face-to-face meeting with Governor Jeff Landry. That after withdrawing the city’s request to seek a 110-million-dollar loan from a third party after learning the State Bond Commission would have rejected it.  Moreno says employees will now have to stay on furlough and the city will have to delay some projects.  On social media Friday, she asked the governor to work with her administration to be successful so the state is successful…

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The Pittsburgh Pirates selected LSU All-American outfielder Derek Curiel with the fifth overall pick in the Major League Baseball Draft. Curiel had two sensational seasons at LSU, and the California native says he would not be where he is now if it were not for Jay Johnson and the Tigers’ coaching staff…

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In the second round, Seattle selected former LSU right fielder Jake Brown from Sulphur.

Big News out of Richland Parish as Meta joins Governor Landry this morning to announce expansion of the company’s Hyperion data center.  The expansion represents a landmark investment in Louisiana’s future that includes a $5 million grant to Louisiana Delta Community College to train the next generation of data center workers.  The News conference is set for 9:30 this morning.

New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno asks for a face-to-face meeting with Governor Jeff Landry after exchanging letters and social media posts about the city’s finances. Knowing the State Bond Commission would have rejected it, Moreno withdrew the city’s request to seek a 110-million-dollar loan from a third party. Moreno says New Orleans will take a different approach, but it is a more painful path forward…

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From now on, groups releasing political ads using A-I technology must disclose that fact. That’s due to a bill authored by New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry and signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry. Representative Landry says her bill walks a fine line between protecting people’s right to free speech and holding people accountable for using deceptive means to hurt others.

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Thanks to a grant of more than 170-thousand dollars, LSU Health Shreveport is helping to address healthcare shortages in rural areas. Dr. Sharon Dunn, the dean of the School of Health Professions and Sciences, says the Louisiana Department of Health is offering scholarships after being awarded the Healthcare Employment Reinvestment Opportunity, or HERO, grant.

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The political dispute between the city of New Orleans and Louisiana continues to intensify as the city withdraws a loan request to the State Bond Commission for 110-million dollars. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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In response to Governor Landry’s social media comments, Mayor Moreno took to social media has since asked for a face to face with the Governor…saying she’ll meet with him anytime.

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Louisiana’s seen more than  20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis this year.  Our state is one of 29 states reporting cases of the parasitic infection. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says dying from cyclosporiasis is extremely rare but the infection is more than just your average upset stomach.

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Previous outbreaks have been linked to bagged salads, fresh cilantro and basil, raspberries, snow peas and green onions.

A new Louisiana law will require groups releasing political ads using A-I technology to disclose they’re using it.  New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry authored the bill which is now law, says such A-I content is something that will likely be addressed next year.

Cut 8 (11) “…to push it.”

The Gulf of Mexico is seeing an increase in its shark population. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Excessive rainfall is expected for Louisiana on Monday.  Total rainfall amounts from Sunday through Tuesday are expected to be between 1 and 3.5 inches but could be as high as 3 to 6 inches, so be on alert for possible watches and warnings as you begin your week.

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More than 20 cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis have been reported in Louisiana; that’s above average for this time of year. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says typically those cases come from those who become infected when traveling abroad, but this year’s outbreak is domestic.

Cut 4 (09) “…the parasite.”

From now on, groups releasing political ads using A-I technology must disclose that fact. That’s due to a bill authored by New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry and signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry. Representative Landry says her bill walks a fine line between protecting people’s right to free speech and holding people accountable for using deceptive means to hurt others.

Cut 7 (10) “…harm our reputation?”

Cash-strapped New Orleans has withdrawn its 110-million-dollar bond and loan request from the State Bond Commission. Mayor Helena Moreno says the city pulled the application because it would have been denied. Tulane political science professor Mike Sherman on the relationship between New Orleans and the Landry Administration.
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The Gulf of Mexico is seeing an increase in its shark population. Dr. Dean Grubbs, the associate director of research at the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory, says while some species continue to decline in population, others are recovering due to warming water temperatures.

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The Major League Baseball Draft is this weekend, and a few Tigers will definitely be in the mix when it starts at noon today. Outfielders Derek Curiel and Jake Brown are projected to go in the first and second rounds.   Koki Riley covers LSU baseball for The Advocate and says most of the other players who have a chance to leave Baton Rouge for pro ball are older right-handed relief pitchers.

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Jay Johnson and his staff will keep an eye on the draft to see where the top LSU prep signees end up.  One they won’t have to worry about is pitcher Lucas Nawrocki out of Aldoredo, Texas.  Nawrocki announced on social media last night that he will bypass the Draft and fulfill his commitment to the LSU.  The 5’11 left hander was a projected Top-100 draft pick by multiple outlets.

The political dispute between the city of New Orleans and Louisiana continues to intensify as the city withdraws a loan request to the State Bond Commission for 110-million dollars. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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In response to Governor Landry’s social media comments, Mayor Moreno took to social media herself offering to meet with the Governor anytime to talk about the city’s finances.

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The Gulf of Mexico is seeing an increase in its shark population. Dr. Dean Grubbs, the associate director of research at the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory, says while shark populations are in bad shape in most of the world, it’s a different story in the U.S., with the country having managed shark populations since 1993.

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The MLB Draft starts today at noon, and a few Tigers will definitely hear their names called. Koki Riley covers LSU baseball for The Advocate and says this year’s LSU group is not as deep as in past years.

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Outfielders Derek Curiel and Jake Brown are projected to go in the first and second rounds.