Former president of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, Stephen Waguespack is running for governor. Waguespack says he would like to redesign the foundation of secondary school to shape the future for students to remain in the state after graduating.

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He’s the fifth Republican to announce their gubernatorial candidacy.

A 28-year-old woman and her two daughters – ages 7 and 8 – drowned Sunday on the Gulf Coast in Cameron Parish. Sheriff Ron Johnson says they received a call from campers in the area who saw a 3-year-old boy wandering alone…:

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The victim’s 9-year-old son survived, and it listed in stable condition. Johnson says the family was originally from Mississippi and moved to Texas.

A woman was arrested for stealing a state trooper’s vehicle in Metairie Saturday night. Louisiana State Police along with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office pursued and apprehended 24-year-old Bethany Holmes of Marksville. State Trooper Kate Stegall says Holmes hit several vehicles during the police pursuit.

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Holmes was charged with several offenses including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Former LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade was introduced today as the new head coach of the McNeese Cowboys. LSU fired Wade a year ago after the NCAA alleged he helped supply impressible cash payments to recruits and their families. Wade is excited for the chance to turn around a program in an area of the state still in hurricane recovery…

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Wade takes over a program that went 11-and-23 this past season.

Former president of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Stephen Waguespack is the fifth Republican to join the governor’s race…:

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Crowley state Representative John Stefanski files a bill that would greatly increase penalties for distributing fentanyl, basically making the punishment the same as for murder. His bill would sentence dealers to life in prison without parole. Stefanski is also running for state Attorney General this fall.

Tragedy in Cameron Parish, as a young woman and her two small daughters drowned Sunday, while swimming in the Gulf. The victims’ names have not been released, but Cameron Sheriff Ron Johnson says the mom was 24. Her two daughters – ages 7 and 8. Her two boys – ages 2 and 9 – survived. Johnson says, sadly, this isn’t the first time this has happened…:

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He says the kids got into trouble, mom went in to help them and all three perished.

Just a year after he was let go by LSU over alleged recruiting violations, Will Wade is named new basketball coach at McNeese State. Wade says he wants to bring excitement to McNeese basketball and do it in a way that southwest Louisiana can be proud of…:

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Wade says it’s time for a “rebirth” for McNeese and for his career.

Tragedy in Cameron Parish, as a young woman and her two small daughters drowned Sunday, while swimming in the Gulf. The victims’ names have not been released, but Cameron Sheriff Ron Johnson says rescuers managed to pull one of the kids – a 9 year-old boy – out of the water. Johnson says the water was rough Sunday and rocky conditions made swimming even more dangerous…:

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Johnson says, sadly, this kind of thing happens too often.

Now officially a candidate for governor, former LABI head Stephen Waguespack says he wants to make changes so more residents will choose to stay and thrive in Louisiana, versus outmigration…:

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49-year-old Waguespack also served as a top aide for former Governor Bobby Jindal. He says his knowledge of how government AND business work gives him an advantage.

A 24-year-old Marksville woman was arrested in Metairie after stealing a state trooper’s vehicle over the weekend. Louisiana State Police and Jefferson Parish deputies pursued and apprehended Bethany Holmes and charged her with a list of stuff. LSP’s Trooper Kate Stegall says the trooper was otherwise distracted…:

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Holmes crashed into several vehicles during the chase, but no one was seriously hurt.

Fired by LSU just a year ago, Will Wade is now the new basketball coach at McNeese State. Wade takes over a program that went 11-and-23 this past season. The 23 losses were the most ever for a McNeese basketball team. Wade is predicting at least 23 wins next season…:

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McNeese State A.D. Heath Schroyer believes Wade is the best man to fix Cowboys basketball.

A 28-year-old woman and her two daughters – ages 7 and 8 – drowned Sunday on the Gulf Coast in Cameron Parish. Sheriff Ron Johnson says they received a call from campers in the area who saw a 3-year-old boy wandering alone…:

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Johnson reminds everyone – especially those with small kids – to be extremely cautious when swimming in moving waters because conditions can change quickly, and even trained swimmers can find themselves in peril.

Republican Stephen Waguespack leaves the Louisiana Association of Business & Industry to become the 5^th major republican candidate for governor. Is he concerned about joining a potentially very large field for the October election…?

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Qualifying for the October 14th primary election is Aug. 8th through the 10th.

Police say two LSU students were arrested for burglary early Sunday for allegedly stealing an item from a rival fraternity as a prank. The item was a large composite photo collage of members. Campus cops actually spied the two men absconding with the artwork. They say these are fairly normal frat pranks, but are theft nevertheless.

Former LSU basketball coach Will Wade is back in coaching as he’s the new head coach at McNeese. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

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Former president of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Stephen Waguespack is the fifth Republican to join the governor’s race. Brooke Thorington has more…:

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Ascension Parish deputies are investigating a broad daylight double shooting Sunday in Darrow that left a teen boy dead and another seriously hurt. The victim is identified as 15-year-old Treylon Brown who was found dead at the scene. A second male victim is in critical condition. So far, no suspect nor motive.

A 24-year-old female was arrested in Metairie after stealing a state trooper’s vehicle over the weekend. Louisiana State Police and Jefferson Parish deputies chased and safely caught Bethany Holmes of Marksville. Trooper Kate Stegall…:

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Holmes was charged with hit & run, aggravated flight from an officer, car theft, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and more.

Former LSU head basketball coach will Wade will take over the hoops program at McNeese State. He’ll replace John Aiken, who was let go last Wednesday after two seasons. Wade is excited for the chance to turn around a program in an area of the state still in hurricane recovery…

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Wade was fired from LSU after 5 seasons, due to alleged recruiting violations.

FDA has approved an alternative medication for migraines and it’s a nasal spray. Brooke Thorington has more….:

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 Former president of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, Stephen Waguespack is running for governor. In a crowded field of candidates, he is the fifth Republican to join the race. Waguespack, says he would like to redesign the foundation of secondary school to shape the future for students to remain in the state after graduating.

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Qualifying for the October 14th primary election is Aug. 8^th

A woman was arrested for stealing a state trooper’s vehicle in Metairie Saturday night. Louisiana State Police along with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office pursued and apprehended 24-year-old Bethany Holmes of Marksville. State Trooper Kate Stegall says Stegall says Holmes hit several vehicles during the police pursuit.

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 Holmes was charged with several offenses including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Republican and former president of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Stephen Waguespack is also running for governor. He is the fifth Republican to join the race and says he wants to make changes so more residents stay and thrive in Louisiana versus moving out of state.

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Waguespack also served as the top aide to former Governor Bobby Jindal.

 A 24-year-old female was arrested in Metairie after stealing a state trooper’s vehicle over the weekend. Louisiana State Police along with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office pursued and apprehended Bethany Holmes of Marksville. State Trooper Kate Stegall says Holmes stole the vehicle while a trooper was investigating a traffic accident.

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The investigation is ongoing.

The FDA approval of a new nasal spray treatment for migraine pain in adults marks a breakthrough for people who need freedom from pain. The nasal spray, Zavegepant showed in a trial, 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 Dr. Jose Posas says it’s a really helpful addition to migraine management.

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Zavegepant will be available for patients in the near future.

 Final funding is in place for the construction of the Mid-Barataria Sediment, a massive coastal restoration project says the Louisiana coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. C-P-R-A Director Bren Haase says this will have a great impact on the state’s estuary.

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The overall cost of the project is over 2 billion dollars.