LSU defensive end Rashard Lawrence told reporters at SEC Media Days he’s feeling good after playing last season on two bad ankles…
cut 30 (13) “…feel like”
Lawrence missed three games in September because of an ankle injury. When he came back, LSU went six and one the rest of the way during the regular season.

Will LSU have success throwing the football this season is the other big question for the Tigers? Tight end Foster Moreau is confident you’ll see big things on offense this year….
cut 29 (16) “…brings”
LSU begins fall camp in about three weeks.

Tonight it’s the Major League Baseball All-Star game. Two former Tigers are expected to appear in the game, Alex Bregman and Aaron Nola. Both are making their first apperance in the Mid Summer Classic.

Former LSU Tiger Marcus Spears has reached a multiyear contract extension with ESPN. Spears does much of his television work on the SEC Network.

Louisiana Tech is picked to finish second in the West Division of Conference USA according to a polll conducted by media members who cover the league. North Texas is the favorite to win the West, while Florida Atlantic is the favorite to win the East. The Bulldogs were followed by UAB, Southern Miss, U-T-S-A and tie between Rice and UTEP.

Former Saints wide receiver Brandin Cooks is reportedly getting paid as the Rams are set to sign the deep threat to a five-year contract extension worth 88-million dollars. The 24-year-old was traded in April by the Patriots to the Rams after he caught 65-passes for 1,082 yards and seven touchdowns last year.

In the NBA, ESPN reports former LSU Tiger Garret Temple will reportedly be traded from Sacramento to Memphis. The Kings would get Ben McLemore and Deyonta Davis in return.

The Audubon Zoo in New Orleans gave an update today on how a jaguar got out of his enclosure on Sunday and killed nine animals.  Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 2 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo” 

Two years ago today in Baton Rouge, a lone gunman opened fire on law enforcement in an ambush that would kill three officers and injured three others. East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux Gautreaux provided an update on Corporal Nick Tullier’s, who survived the shooting’s, progress.

Cut 7 (10)  “…make a full recovery.”

Louisiana has seen an uptick in productions around the state for television shows and motion pictures.  Executive Director of Louisiana Entertainment, Chris Stelly credits a 2017 reform in the state’s incentive program for making Louisiana one of the most in demand locations.

cut 9 (05)  “in the world”

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves says he’s not exactly happy some of the comments made by President Trump in Finland. Mr. Trump told reporters he believes Vladmir Putin’s assurances that Russia did not attempt to interfere with the 2016 election. Graves, breaking with most national Republicans, says it was a poor choice of words on President’s behalf.

Cut 3 (08) “best interest.”

US intelligence services claim Russian social media bots attempted to manipulate voters into opposing Hillary Clinton, created and purchased negative social media ads targeting Clinton, and that Russian hackers broke into the DNC and leaked inside information about the Democratic Party’s efforts to Wikileaks.

President Donald Trump has clarified comments made yesterday regarding Russia’s interference with the 2016 US elections. The President says he does accept US intelligence that found evidence Russia meddled in the election and meant the opposite when he said he doesn’t see why Russia would have interfered. Some prominent anti-Trump commentators accuse the President of treason. But Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says that’s out of line.
Cut 5 (06) “clairification.”

The Audubon Zoo says the exhibit where a jaguar escaped and fatally mauled nine animals will remain closed. Zoo Director Doctor Kyle Burks says they believe the jaguar bit through a steel wire and made his way out through a small hole near the roof…
cut 13 (06) “…smaller openings”
Burks says no cameras were present, so they don’t know how long the jaguar was out of its enclosure.

Two years ago today in Baton Rouge, a lone gunman opened fire on law enforcement in an ambush that would kill three officers and injured three others. East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says it goes down as one of the worst days in Louisiana’s history
cut 6 (12) “…law enforcement.”
Officer Matthew Gerald, Corporal Montrell Jackson and Deputy Brad Garafola died that day, while Corporal Nick Tullier continues a very difficult recovery at a Houston hospital.

2018 looks to be a big year for the state’s film industry. Executive director of Louisiana Entertainment, Chris Stelly, credits changes made with the film tax credit program in 2017 in helping to boost production….
cut 11 (09) “…throughout the state”
Stelly says there are currently five television shows being filmed in Lousiaina.

The Audubon Zoo says the jaguar that got loose on Sunday and killed nine other animals bit through a stainless steel cable barrier near the roof of his enclosure. Managing Director Kyle Burks says the jaguar then pushed through the hole in the roof and got out. Burks says the enclosure is inspected on a regular basis…
cut 12 (12) “…to that”
Burks says the jaguar will not be euthanized and they are not sure how long he was out of his enclosure.

Two years, ago three Baton Rouge law enforcement officers were killed in an ambush that also injured three other officers individuals, when a lone gunman opened fire near a car wash. E-B-R Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says the exhibit is still fresh in their minds…
cut 8 (09) “…never leave us”

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garrett Graves is coming out against the President’s comments yesterday that Russia did not interfere with the 2016 election.
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

Alexandria Mayor Jacques Roy announces he will not seek a fourth-term in office. Roy says he’s sticking to a self-imposed limit of three terms, which will allow for new blood, fresh ideas and new players which are vital to democracies.

Two years ago today in Baton Rouge, a lone gunman opened fire on law enforcement in an ambush that would kill three officers and injured three others. Officer Matthew Gerald, Corporal Montrell Jacksona and Deputy Brad Garafola died that day, while Corporal Nick Tullier continues to recover East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux provided an update on Tullier’s progress.

Cut 7 (10)  “…make a full recovery.”

Louisiana has seen an uptick in productions around the state for television shows and motion pictures.  Executive Director of Louisiana Entertainment, Chris Stelly credits a 2017 reform in the state’s incentive program for making Louisiana one of the most in demand locations. The program is capped at a budget of $150 million per fiscal year, but in return, Stelly says it’s a rewarding experience for the communities involved.

Cut 10 (06) “…hiring our neighbors.”

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves says he’s not exactly happy some of the comments made by President Trump in Finland. Mr. Trump told reporters he believes Vladmir Putin’s assurances that Russia did not attempt to interfere with the 2016 election. Graves says Trump has been an incredible president with a remarkable record of accomplishments in his first two years, but that doesn’t mean he gets a free pass on everything.

Cut 4  (11) “with Russia.”

US intelligence services claim Russian social media bots attempted to manipulate voters into opposing Hillary Clinton, created and purchased negative social media ads targeting Clinton, and that Russian hackers broke into the DNC.

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Two years ago today in Baton Rouge, a lone gunman opened fire on law enforcement in an ambush that would kill three officers and injured three others. East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says it goes down as one of the worst days in Louisiana’s history….
cut 6 (12) “…law enforcemetn”
Officers Matthew Gerald, Corporal Montrell Jacksona and Deputy Brad Garafola died that day, while Corporal Nick Tullier continues to recover at a Houston hospital.

The Louisiana Health Department announces a new approach to end the 25-year-old waiting list for thousands of citizens with developmental disabilities seeking home and community-based services. Deputy Secretary Mark Thomas says a tiered waiver system puts people and their needs first…
cut 29 (07) “…services ASAP”
Previously, community-based services were offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves says he’s not exactly happy with some of the comments made by President Trump in Finland. Mr. Trump told reporters he believes Vladmir Putin’s assurances that Russia did not attempt to interfere with the 2016 election. Graves, breaking with most national Republicans, says it was a poor choice of words on President’s behalf.
Cut 3 (08) “best interest.”
US intelligence services claim Russian social media bots attempted to manipulate voters into opposing Hillary Clinton.

Louisiana has seen an uptick in productions around the state for television shows and motion pictures. Executive Director of Louisiana Entertainment, Chris Stelly credits a 2017 reform in the state’s incentive program for making Louisiana one of the most in demand locations.
cut 9 (05) “in the world”
Currently, five television shows are being filmed in communities around the state.

Louisiana no longer holds the dubious distinction of the highest sales tax rate when combine state level and the average local sales tax rate.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 1 (25)  I’m Kevin Barnhart“

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves says he strongly disagrees with what President Donald Trump had to say when it comes whether Russia meddled in the 2016 US Election. Mr. Trump questioned American intelligence findings after a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Graves says multiple investigations have proved Russia meddled in the US elections and the President should provide additional clarity on the United States relationship with Russia.

The eyes of the college football world are on Georgia this week for SEC Media Days. LSU coaches and stars took the mike yesterday to talk shop. Team leaders also got the chance to talk with media, including senior tight end Foster Moreau. Moreau, who’s gained a reputation for his astute post-game observations and expansive vocabulary, says being a sesquipedalian can get him into trouble with his teammates.

Cut 14 (09) “would say”

A new approach by the Louisiana Department of Health in providing home and community services will end the waiting list for thousands of citizens with developmental disabilities.  Deputy Secretary of LDH, Mark Thomas, says so far residents are pretty happy.

Cut 12 (11) “…losing their home place.”

The new plan will also effectively end the 25-year-old Request for Service registry waiting list.

The Louisiana Department of Health has a new approach in providing home and community services to those with developmental diabilities. Kevin Barnhart has more.
Cut 2 (29) ”I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Audubon Zoo officials will hold a press conference at one o’ clock this afternoon to give an update on the investigation into how a jaguar escaped and killed nine other animals over the weekend. Investigators believe the jaguar damaged steel cable barrier and zoo-keeper error is not a factor.

Carb washing… It’s the latest trend seen on football fields, boxing rings, and recently the world cup. Some athletes say the practice of rinsing a carb solution around in their mouth, but not consuming it, is providing a boost. Assistant Professor at LSU Health New Orleans, Dr. Henry Nuss says scientists are not so sure of the validity of the claims.
Cut 7 (12) “…I should try it. ”

Can LSU knock off Alabama this season. That question was posed to the players from LSU who were at SEC Media Days in Atlanta. Linebacker Devin White losing to the Crimson Tide doesn’t hurt any worse than other losses….
cut 15 (10) “….of me”