It’s a big day for the Louisiana State Police.  The 103^rd cadet class graduated 33 new troopers. Captain Nick Manale says the cadets began their journey nearly six months ago.

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President Joe Biden has already locked up the Democratic Party’s nomination and former President Donald Trump has secured the Republican Party’s nomination. Secretary of State Nancy Landry still expects Republicans and Democrats will want to have their voices heard.

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Early voting for the March 23rd presidential preference primary begins tomorrow (Saturday).

The Louisiana National Guard is preparing to assist in Operation Lone Star. Brooke Thorington has more.

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The Honey badger will be back as the Saints re-signed veteran and former LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu to a two-year contract. Mathieu was selected as the Saints nominee for the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year for his community service work. He’s also playing at a high level. In his two seasons in New Orleans, he’s started all 34 games and intercepted seven passes. But he wants to lead the Black and Gold to the playoffs.

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Early voting locations open tomorrow for the March 23rd presidential preference primary. Secretary of State Nancy Landry…

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There are local elections in 24 parishes in which all voters may cast their ballots regardless of party.

Louisiana National Guard spokesperson Lt. Col. Noel (No-elle) Collins says 50 soldiers have been deployed to the Texas border in support of Operation Lone Star. Collins says among the duties they would likely assist with is patrolling and enhancing some of the obstacle emplacements along the border.

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Governor Landry has signed off on LANG’s request for $3 million to cover their expenses and pay allowances.

33 new troopers graduated from the Louisiana State Police 103^rd cadet class today. While they are excited about adding new troopers, Captain Nick Manale they continue to look for qualified men and women to join the ranks.

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Manale says there are nearly 900 troopers working in patrol, criminal investigation, and public safety services.

Veteran and Former LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu has signed a two year contract that secures his spot on the 2025 roster with the New Orleans Saints. He signed with the Saints as a free agent prior to the 2022 season and retiring as a Saint is appealing to him…

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The 31-year-old will reportedly make 13-million dollars over the next two seasons.

The Louisiana National Guard is preparing to assist in Operation Lone Star. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Surrounded by family, friends, and fellow troopers, a select of group of men and women achieved their goal of completing the Louisiana State Police Training Academy this morning. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Soldiers from the Louisiana National Guard are among the more than a dozen states participating in Operation Lone Star at the Texas border. LANG spokesperson, Lt. Col. Noel (No-elle) Collins says 50 soldiers will be deployed for three rotations.

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Collins says Texas has asked for Louisiana guardsmen to arrive no later than March 15^th.

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Soldiers from the 2-108^th Cavalry Squadron in Shreveport will participate in the first rotation and soldiers from the 61^st Troop Command, based in Carville will round out the two remaining rotations. And are currently scheduled to remain in place until approximately mid-June.

Collins says among the duties they would likely assist with is patrolling and enhancing some of the obstacle emplacements along the border.

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The legislature approved and Governor Landry has signed off on LANG’s request for $3 million to cover their expenses and pay allowances for Operation Lone Star.

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It’s a big day for the Louisiana State Police. 33 new troopers graduated from their 103^rd cadet class. Captain Nick Manale says the cadets began their journey nearly six months ago.

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Manale says cadets also completed a physical training regimen. He says the diverse class of new troopers will continue their training with veteran troopers

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Manale says there are nearly 900 troopers working in patrol, criminal investigation, and public safety services. But they continue to look for qualified men and women to join the ranks.

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Anyone interested can apply at www.lsp.org.

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Early voting for the March 23rd presidential preference primary begins tomorrow (Saturday). Secretary of State Nancy Landry says Democrats and Republicans will only be allowed to vote for presidential candidates in their respective party.

Cut 9 (10) “…remind everybody.” 

There are local elections in 24 parishes in which all voters may cast their ballots regardless of party.

Landry expects  a 20 – 25 percent of voter turnout for this election.  A higher turnout is expected for the hotly contested Caddo Parish Sheriff race.

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Location hours are 8:30 am until 6 pm and ballots can be cast until March 16th, except for Sunday.

Landry says if you need to know where to go for early voting, they’ve got all the info you need at geauxvote.com.

President Joe Biden has already locked up the Democratic Party’s nomination and former President Donald Trump has secured the Republican Party’s nomination. Landry still expects Republicans and Democrats to have their voices heard.

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The Saints have re-signed veteran and former LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu to a two year contract that will keep him in his hometown of New Orleans through the 2025 season. The Honeybadger is happy he’s staying with the Black and Gold…

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The 31-year-old will reportedly make 13-million dollars over the next two seasons. He signed with the Saints as a free agent prior to the 2022 season and retiring as a Saint is appealing to him…

Cut 13 (13) “…part of it”  

Mathieu was selected by the Saints as their nominee for the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year for his community service work. He’s also playing at a high level. In his two seasons in New Orleans, he’s started all 34 games and intercepted seven passes. But he wants to lead the Black and Gold to the playoffs

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Early voting for the March 23rd presidential primary begins Saturday. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says Democrats and Republicans will only be allowed to vote for presidential candidates in their respective party. Landry expects a 20 – 25 percent of voter turnout for this election.  A higher turnout is expected for the hotly contested Caddo Parish Sheriff race.

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Voting hours are 8:30 until 6 and ballots can be cast until March 16th, except for Sunday.

Soldiers from the Louisiana National Guard are among the more than a dozen states participating in Operation Lone Star at the Texas border. LANG spokesperson, Lt. Col. Noel (No-elle) Collins says 50 soldiers will be deployed for three rotations.

Cut 3 (09) “…requiring.”  

Collins says Texas has asked for Louisiana guardsmen to arrive no later than March 15^th.

Surrounded by family, friends, and fellow troopers, a select of group of men and women achieved their goal of completing the Louisiana State Police Training Academy this morning. Teiko Foxx has more…

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You’ll want to be weather aware today especially the parishes in north Louisiana along the Mississippi border. There’s a risk of severe thunderstorms throughout the afternoon and evening. Once the front moves through we’ll have cooler temperatures and don’t forget to set your clock forward before you go to bed on Saturday when Daylight Saving Time starts.

Early voting for the March 23rd presidential preference primary begins tomorrow (Saturday). President Joe Biden has already locked up the Democratic Party’s nomination and former President Donald Trump  has secured the Republican Party’s nomination. Secretary of State Nancy Landry expects Republicans and Democrats to have their voices heard.

Cut 11 (09) “…should be.”

Landry expects a 20 -25 percent voter turnout for this election.

The Saints have re-signed veteran and former LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu to a two year contract that will keep him in his hometown of New Orleans through the 2025 season. The Honeybagger is happy he’s staying with the Black and Gold…

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The Louisiana National Guard is preparing to assist in Operation Lone Star. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Crowley police are looking for the individuals who fired shots at another man but hit a five-year-old instead. Authorities say the toddler was walking home from her bus stop with her father when the shooting started in the 500 block of West Andrus. The child was taken to a local hospital, but her condition is unknown. The investigation is ongoing.

Early voting for the March 23rd presidential preference primary begins tomorrow. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says Democrats and Republicans will only be allowed to vote for presidential candidates in their respective party.
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There are also local elections in 24 parishes in which all voters may cast their ballots regardless of party.

Lake Charles has made Southern Living’s rankings for Best Cities on the Rise. Southern Living says Lake Charles has rebounded from Hurricane Laura in 2020 and mayor Nic Hunter says the city is about ready to launch it’s latest attraction…
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Surrounded by family, friends, and fellow troopers, a select of group of men and women achieved their goal of completing the Louisiana State Police Training Academy this morning. Teiko Foxx has more…
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The New Orleans Saints will be left with Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed to lead their receiver room as all roads point to the Saints parting ways with receiver Michael Thomas when the 2024 season officially begins on March 13th. Locked on Saints Podcast Host Ross Jackson says that the Saints will make depth at the wide receiver position a priority in the new season.

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In other Saints offseason news, the Saints have re-signed veteran and former LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu with a two year deal that will keep him with the Saints through the 2025 season. Through the last two seasons, Mathieu has started all 34 games with the Saints, recorded 166 tackles, and has brought a key veteran presence to the New Orleans secondary.

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The early days of LSU spring practice are now here as LSU co-offensive coordinators Joe Sloan and Cortez Hankton look to find a new way to keep LSU the nation’s number one offense after the key departures of Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers, and Brain Thomas Jr. LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly says that the new offense will have a new look that suits this year’s offensive roster.

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In college basketball news, Louisiana Tech’s comeback bid against Sam Houston State fell just short as the Bulldogs lost 72 to 66. UL-Lafayette was also in action last night and the Ragin Cajuns handled Coastal Carolina in the second round of the Sun Belt tournament 80 to 66.

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And in women’s college basketball news, LSU will face Auburn in the quarterfinals of the SEC tournament after earning the second seed during the regular season.

Among the bills filed for the upcoming legislative session is one that could result in certain convicted sex offenders having to get vasectomies….
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The owners of a farm where a two faced calf was born say the calf is making progress as it’s a week old. Deux Face is being cared for at Breaux Farms in Vermilion Parish. She has four eyes, two noses, two mouths and her head is very heavy for her body. Deux Face faces long odds of living past a month.

33 cadets graduate from the Louisiana State Police training academy today. Captain Nick Manale says the 103rd cadet class spent 24 weeks learning how to become a State Trooper and now they’ll spend more time training with a veteran trooper…
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Manale says they have about 900 troopers and plan to have another cadet class soon.

There’s the potential for severe weather as the day goes on. LSU climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front is moving through the state and we’ll see cooler temperatures this weekend….
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Sunday looks like a nice day and don’t forget we spring forward on Sunday so set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed on Saturday.

Early voting begins Saturday for the Louisiana Presidential Primary, even though the party nominations have already been decided. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Governor Landry has signed off on a bill to deploy members of the Louisiana National Guard to Texas to help in Operation Lone Star at the southern border. The amount approved for funding the operation to cover salaries and expenses is $3 million. 50 soldiers will serve at one time in three rotations over 90 days.

It’s a big day for the Louisiana State Police. 33 new troopers graduated from their 103^rd cadet class. Captain Nick Manale says the cadets began their journey nearly six months ago.

Cut 6  (12) “…leadership skills.” 

He says cadets also completed a physical training regimen and they will continue their training with veteran troopers.

A bill that would allow judges the sentencing option of vasectomies for convicted sex offenders has been filed for the regular session. New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd says House Bill 166 is simple and gets straight to the point.

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She says sex offenders are usually repeat offenders and this would protect women who are raped from getting pregnant.