Louisiana is putting another 100-million dollars into the fortified roof program. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says Louisiana has the fastest fortified roof grant program in the country. He says improving the resilience of homes is key to reducing insurance losses.

Cut 14 (10) “…in Louisiana.”

Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day ban on diesel exports with diesel now averaging more than six dollars a gallon in Louisiana. In an appearance on CNBC, Landry says while the overall solution needs to be wide-ranging, his temporary export moratorium is a start.

Cut 8 (08) “…prices to fall.”

The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says halting diesel exports would force refineries to reduce production, which would also decrease the production of gasoline. 

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says Dr. Heidi Overton, President Trump’s nominee to lead the EPA, should visit Louisiana to learn about the issues surrounding the state’s seafood industry. Nungesser says it needs strong safeguards to protect not only the people who eat the seafood, but also the people who catch the seafood locally.

Cut 5 (08) “…a lot safer.”

LSU defensive back Dashawn Spears will reportedly miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL during Saturday night’s loss to Ole Miss. Head Coach Lane Kiffin says not having Spears will be a big loss for the defense.

Cut 10 (12) “…on defense.”

Wide Receiver Trey’Dez Green is also expected to miss some time after spraining his knee Saturday night.

With diesel now averaging more than six dollars a gallon in Louisiana, Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day ban on diesel exports. On CNBC, Landry notes that the U.S. is sending a record amount of diesel to Europe.

Cut 7 (15) “…pay for it.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says President Trump’s nominee to head the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, should learn about Louisiana’s seafood industry as part of her confirmation process. In a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy, Nungesser says Overton should visit Louisiana as part of that learning process. 

Cut 4 (15) “…into this country.”

LSU’s star tight end has avoided surgery after injuring his knee in the loss against Ole Miss, but he is expected to miss some time. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

While LSU will have to do without Green and defensive end Deshawn Spears as they try to get back on track this Saturday against Texas A-and-M, the Saints will look to make it two in a row as they open their home slate against the Raiders. The Saints evened their record at 1-and-1 with a 24-17 win over the Ravens yesterday.

If you thought gasoline was expensive, that’s nothing compared to diesel. Here in Louisiana, diesel is now averaging more than six dollars a gallon. Even though most of you likely do not drive a vehicle that runs on diesel fuel, that high cost of diesel will be passed on in the form of higher prices on groceries and other goods. In an effort to get diesel prices under control, Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day pause on diesel exports. In an interview with CNBC, Landry blames Washington for allowing diesel prices to spiral out of control.

Cut 6 (10) “…fuel on supply.”

However, not everyone is on board with Landry’s idea. The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says with pipelines for domestic diesel transportation already at maximum capacity, halting exports of diesel would only force refineries to reduce production, which would decrease the production of gasoline.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says President Trump’s nominee to head the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, should learn about the state’s seafood industry as part of her confirmation process. Nungesser expressed that sentiment in a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy, saying tariffs on shrimp imports is a good start, but it’s only a starting point.

Cut 3 (11) “…up their act.”

A couple of key players suffered significant injuries in LSU’s loss to Ole Miss Saturday night. Tight end Trey’Dez Green and defensive back Dashawn Spears each suffered knee injuries. Spears will reportedly miss the season with a torn ACL, while Green’s mother says he will miss some time. Coach Lane Kiffin says the injuries are not ideal.

Cut 9 (10)  “…great feeling.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is urging the nominee to head the FDA to come to Louisiana to learn about the state’s seafood industry. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Bastrop police are investigating two different shootings that happened Friday night that injured at least five people. Police Chief Leonardo Reed says one of the shootings took place at the Bastrop Municipal Center. He says some of the victims have life threatening injuries.

President Donald Trump wants to build a Space Academy in the United States and Greater New Orleans Inc, president and CEO Michael Hecht says southeast Louisiana would be perfect for the facility that would be led by NASA and educate future scientists, engineers, astronauts and warfighters. States have until October 26^th to submit a proposal. Hecht says the competition is fierce…

Cut 11 (11) “…space conversation.”

The Saints won a big game on the road yesterday in Baltimore as New Orleans rallied to beat the Ravens 24-17. Quarterback Tyler Shough threw for 252 yards and a touchdown and punched in the go-ahead touchdown to cap off a 15-point fourth quarter. Shough says he doesn’t feel any pressure in the moment.

Cut 14 (14) “…a big moment.”

Getting that gas gauge to “full” is leaving many bank accounts “empty.” Cade Voisin reports.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Cade Voisin.”

If you bet on the Saints yesterday, you certainly got some money to help pay for that expensive gasoline. The Saints trailed 14-6 at halftime but came back and beat the Ravens in Baltimore, 24-17, to even their record at one-and-one as they get ready for their home opener this Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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If Chicago is your kind of town, you can soon take a direct flight there from Baton Rouge. The city’s metropolitan airport just won a one-million-dollar grant to help it start offering nonstop flights to the Windy City. Aviation Director Mike Edwards says the money will help incentivize a carrier to launch the service.

Cut 7 (09) “…service builds.”

President Trump wants to build a Space Academy in the United States, and Louisiana officials believe it should be in the Bayou State. Greater New Orleans Inc. president and CEO Michael Hecht says the New Orleans area would be the perfect place, saying there’s already a rocket factory in New Orleans East.

Cut 10 (14) “…in Louisiana.”

Diesel prices are at record highs, and the statewide average has shot above six-dollars a gallon. AAA spokesman Don Redman says the supply of diesel is down because of the war between Russia and Ukraine. He says Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian refineries have limited a major supplier of diesel…

Cut 6 (08) “..crude oil.”

The average price of regular gasoline has climbed to four-dollars-a-gallon.

President Trump is looking for a place to build a Space Academy in the United States. Louisiana’s Congressional delegation led by House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise are lobbying for the space center to be built in southeast Louisiana. Greater New Orleans Inc. president and CEO Michael Hecht says it would be out of this world if Louisiana could be home to the Space Academy…

Cut 12 (07) “…type of deal”

The Trump Administration’s plan is to begin construction next year and classes would begin in 2028.

The Saints scored 15 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to rally back from an 8-point deficit and upset the Ravens 24-17 on the road. After allowing a long field-goal drive to start the third quarter, the Saints’ defense forced back-to-back three-and-outs to set up the comeback. Safety Julian Blackmon made the game-sealing interception on Baltimore’s final drive.

Cut 15 (11) “…and we did.”

Southeastern Louisiana got its first-ever win over an FBS opponent after 36 tries, beating ULM 38-35 on Saturday. It is ULM’s first loss to an FCS school since 2005. The Warhawks fall to 0-3 on the season, and Coach Bryant Vincent is promising changes before they host FAU this Saturday for homecoming…

Cut 20 (12) “…that’s embarassing.”

Louisiana is shooting for the stars as it attempts to land the U-S Space Academy. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport won a one-million-dollar grant to help start offering nonstop flights to Chicago.  Director of Aviation Mike Edwards says those flights will improve connectivity in Baton Rouge.

Cut 9 (12)  “…across the globe.”

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The statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline is over four-dollars again and there is no sign they are coming down anytime soon. AAA spokesperson Don Redman says he doesn’t see gas prices coming back down until the U-S war in Iran ends. The statewide average record high for a gallon of gasoline is $4.55, set in June of 2022. Redman doesn’t think it will get that bad…

Cut 5 (06) “…in Iran.”

A Houma family is preparing to lay three loved ones to rest after a stabbing last week left four people dead and a young boy critically injured.  The Verret family will hold a funeral today for three of the victims. We’re told the boy who ran to a neighbor’s house is still hospitalized and recovering, but still has a long road ahead. 47-year-old Kaegan Jude Solet is facing four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder in the incident.