Governor Jeff Landry has announced the extension of Operation Lone Star and will deploy more Louisiana National Guard engineers to the southern border on July 15th. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says this reflects the state’s commitment to collaborating with Texas in addressing border security issues and highlights the growing scope of the operation.

cut 5 (08) “…respond to that.”

Hurricane Beryl remains a Category 4 as it barrels towards Jamaica and Central America. Newly appointed state climatologist Jay Grymes says Beryl is expected to turn towards the Gulf early next week, but tells Louisianans not to worry.

cut 12 (11) “…(x2) Louisiana.”

Beryl is expected to hit the Texas-Mexico border as a tropical storm on Monday.

Angola has been ordered to improve conditions for inmates required to work on the farm line. Federal Judge Brian Jackson told the prison to quickly correct what he called quote “glaring deficiencies of their heat-related policies.” Promise of Justice Initiative Legal Director Colin Reingold…

cut 9 (10) “…the farm line.”

The State Department of Corrections says the work conducted on the farm line falls under constitutional and industrial standards, and they plan to appeal the ruling.

 
Fourth of July means BBQs and fireworks but it’s not always a great time for pets. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Communications Manager Ginger Gutner says if you know your pet will be anxious because of fireworks, contact your vet to discuss what you can do to help alleviate that…

cut 7 (09) “…muffled.”

LSU pitcher Thatcher Hurd has entered the transfer portal. Hunt Palmer with ESPN Baton Rouge explains it’s not a big loss for the Tigers as Hurd is expected to be a high draft pick later this month and sign with a Major League Baseball team…
cut 20 (10″ to the table”
MLB-dot-com ranks Hurd as the 114th best prospect.

LSU shortstop Ryan Kucherak has also entered the transfer portal. He was ranked as the second best high school shortstop in Arizona by Perfect Game, but barely saw the field last year.

There’s been a lot of talk about Texas A-and-M infielder Kaeden Kent transferring to LSU, but Kent announced today he’s returning to the Aggies.

Louisiana Tech announced today that associate head coach Mitch Gaspard is retiring after five years with the Bulldogs. Gaspard is also a former head coach at Alabama and Northwestern State.

Former LSU star Angel Reese is a WNBA All-Star. This news comes after he was just named the WNBA Rookie of the Money for June. Reese leads the league in rebounds and she also averages 13 points a game. Reese got emotional about the honor following the Chicago Sky’s 85-77 win over the Atlanta Dream last night…
cut 19 (12) “….believed”
Reese was fifth in the WNBA All-Star fan voting with 381,518 votes. Caitlin Clark was number one with 700,735 votes.

Recreational red snapper season will be weekends-only after a brief close in the season from July 7 to 12. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Director of Marine Fisheries Chris Schieble (shee-ble) there have been similar pauses in the past couple of years and he urges anglers to remember this is nothing new or drastic.
Cut 15 (11) “…adjustments.”
The season runs until Labor Day.

A federal judge has ordered Angola to quickly correct what they called “glaring deficiencies of their heat-related policies” for inmates who work on the Farm Line.  Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and development announces that the first pours of concrete are complete, creating a seconion of the new travel lanes as part of the I-20 major rehabilitation project in Bossier City. This marks a milestone for the $120 million project. The entire project is anticipated to be complete in late 2025.

Hurricane Beryl remains a Category 4 and is expected to hit the Texas-Mexico border as a tropical storm on Monday, far southwest of Louisiana. With such an active hurricane season ahead of us, state climatologist Jay Grymes says it’s better to start preparing for a storm that does hit us instead of worrying about one that won’t.

Cut  14 (12) “…named storm.” 

Governor Jeff Landry announces the extension of Operation Lone Star which will involve the deployment of Louisiana National Guard engineers on July 15^th to the southern border. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says they will support Texas with border security.

Cut 3 (09) “…on the border.”

Angola has been ordered to improve conditions for inmates who are required to work on the farm line. Promise of Justice Initiative Legal Director Colin Reingold says the state has been given a seven-day deadline to submit proposed remedies due to the inhumane conditions

Cut 10 (12) “…extremely dangerous.”

Reingold says as many as 50 inmates work on the farm line at one time and the farm line is separate from other agriculture work programs at the penitentiary.

Hurricane Beryl remains a Category 4 as it barrels towards Jamaica and Central America. Newly appointed state climatologist Jay Grymes says Beryl is expected to turn towards the Gulf early next week, but tells Louisianans not to worry.

cut  13 (12) “…season.” 

Governor Jeff Landry announces the extension of Operation Lone Star which will involve the deployment of Louisiana National Guard engineers on July 15^th to the southern border. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says this move reflects the state’s commitment to collaborating with Texas in addressing border security issues and highlights the growing scope of Operation Lone Star.

Cut 5 (08)  “…respond to that.”

Fourth of July means BBQs and fireworks but it’s not always a great time for pets. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Communication Manager Ginger Gutner says it’s a good idea for pet owners to plan ahead and…

Cut 8 (08)  “…they recommend.”

A federal judge is giving Angola seven days to adjust their policies so prisoners on the Farm Line can receive shade, rest, sunscreen and water when working in hot conditions. The ruling comes after eight incarcerated men requested a preliminary injunction and a temporary restraining order to stop the farm line when the heat index reaches or exceeds 88 degrees. Promise of Justice Imitative Legal Director Colin Reingold says a trial date is scheduled for late September.
Cut 11 (06) ” …to end.”
The Department of Corrections argued the working conditions for the prisoners on the farm met industry standards.

The eye of Hurricane Beryl is approaching Jamaica. Louisiana’s new state climatologist Jay Grymes says the major hurricane will get into the southern of Gulf of Mexico this weekend, but Louisiana residents do not have to worry…
cut 12 (11) “…for Louisiana”
A final landfall for Beryl is expected near the Texas-Mexico border.
Governor Jeff Landry announces an extension to Operation Lone Star which means engineers from the Louisiana National Guard will deploy to the Texas-Mexico border on July 15th.
Cut 1 (30) …I’m Sean Richardson.”

Starting tomorrow a permit or training will no longer be required to conceal carry a gun for non-felon adults. New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez says State Police will continue to provide handgun training…
cut 27 (09) “…firearm

Louisiana Middle District Court has ordered Angola to quickly correct what they called “glaring deficiencies of their heat-related policies.” Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

A Louisiana State trooper sustained a spinal fracture Tuesday while attempting to arrest a suspect on Bourbon Street of 40-year-old Damon Dawson.

Dawson was booked early Wednesday into the Orleans Justice Center jail The trooper was taken to University Medical Center for treatment of his spinal injury and a serious laceration to his scalp.

Governor Jeff Landry announces the extension of Operation Lone Star which will involve the deployment of Louisiana National Guard engineers on July 15^th to the southern border. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says the engineers will assist in constructing barriers, roads, and other critical infrastructure to enhance border security.

Cut 4 (08) “…able to do.”

Guardsmen will be deployed to the border till mid-November.

With the Fourth of July coming up everyone is getting ready for BBQ and fireworks but its not always great for some of our pets. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Communication Manager Ginger Gutner has some advice for what you can do for your pets.

Cut 6 (09) “…good idea.”

Gutner says if you know your pet will be anxious because of fireworks contact your vet and discuss what you can do to help alleviate your pets anxiety.

Angola has been ordered to improve conditions for inmates who are required to work on the farm line. Louisiana Middle District Court Judge Brian Jackson told the the prison to quickly correct what he called “glaring deficiencies of their heat-related policies.” Promise of Justice Initiative Legal Director Colin Reingold…

Cut 9 (10) “…the farm line.”

On the 4^th of July, Louisiana becomes the 29^th state to allow non-felon adults to conceal carry a gun without a permit and without training. Some have expressed concerns that this law will result in more gun violence, but New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez believes his legislation will reduce the number of shootings…

cut 12 (07) “…their actions”
Miguez says Handgun Training is still being offered by Louisiana State Police.

Governor Jeff Landry announces Operation Lone Start extension that will Deploy LANG engineers to the Texas border on July 15^th. Sean Richardson has the story.

Cut 1 (30) …I’m Sean Richardson.”

Governor Jeff Landry announces the extension of Operation Lone Star which will involve the deployment of Louisiana National Guard engineers on July 15^th to the southern border. LANG spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel Collins says they will support Texas with border security.

Cut 3 (09) …to the border

Operation Lone Star began in March when the state sent 50 Louisiana National Guard soldiers to the Texas border for 30 days at a time.

Recreational red snapper season will be weekends-only after a brief close in the season from July 7 to 12. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Director of Marine Fisheries Chris Schieble (shee-ble) says these changes are an attempt to slow an above-average catching season.

Cut 13 (08)  “…Labor Day weekend.”

This year in Louisiana the 4^th of July marks the first day those 18 and older can conceal carry. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 26 (33) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Filling up your gas tank for Fourth of July weekend shouldn’t look much different than it did this time last year. AAA spokesperson Nick Chabberia says the statewide average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.05. Air travel on the other hand…

Cut 6 (06) … over year

Angola has been ordered to improve the conditions for inmates who are required to work farm labor at the state penitentiary. A Louisiana Middle District Court Judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff Tuesday ordering the prison to quickly correct what he called glaring deficiencies of their heat-related policies.

The University Medical Center New Orleans has launched its Healthy Brain Aging Initiative to prevent and treat Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

Beginning tomorrow non-felons over the age of 18 can carry a concealed handgun without a permit in Louisiana. New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez who authored the legislation says it’s a historic moment in Louisiana.

Cut 10 (08) “…violent criminals.”

He says all the same restrictions, obligations, and responsibilities under constitutional carry still apply as they do with a concealed carry permit.
Recreational red snapper season will be weekends-only after a brief close in the season from July 7 to 12. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Director of Marine Fisheries Chris Schieble (shee-ble) there have been

similar pauses in the past couple of years and he urges anglers to remember this is nothing new or drastic.

Cut 15 (11)  “…adjustments.”

The season runs until Labor Day.

Louisiana will become the 29th state tomorrow to allow non-felon adults to conceal carry a gun without a permit and without training. There are concerns this law will result in more gun violence, but New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez believes his legislation will reduce the number of shootings…
cut 12 (07) “…their actions”
Miguez says Louisiana State Police is still offering handgun training.

AAA predicts that nearly 71 million Americans will travel during the Fourth of July holiday marking the highest travel volume for this period on record. This figure includes road trips, air travel, and other forms of transportation. Road trips are expected to be especially popular. AAA spokesperson Nick Chabberia…
cut 4 (07) “…July 7th.”
Chabberia says an estimated 5.7 million people will fly this Fourth of July holiday that’s a seven-percent increase over last year.

LSU climatologist Barry Keim says the dome of high pressure that’s helping to bake Louisiana is also keeping Hurricane Beryl from making a turn towards the northern Gulf Coast. Jamacia is taking a big hit from the Cat 4 storm today and Friday Beryl is expected to make landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Keim says most of the model runs have Beryl making a final landfall near the Texas-Mexico border…
Cut 29 (06) “..forecast.”

University Medical Center New Orleans has launched a new program called the Healthy Brain Aging Initiative. Chair of the Tulane Neurology Department Demetrius Maraganore says for a person suffering from cognitive decline, the Healthy Brain Aging Initiative is the place to get treatment…
cut 9 (10) “….dementia”
You can find more information at lcmchealth-dot-org.