The first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign season was last night, leaving Americans with a wide array of feelings about the two likely presidential nominees. Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox thinks this debate is only likely to swing undecided voters, and he says, this debate was more style than substance.

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However, Brox says President Biden, who was looking to dispel rumors about his poor mental abilities, had much worse stage presence than Trump.

New Orleans Democrat Representative Mandie Landry weighed in on social media with her thoughts about the presidential debate and amid talk that the Democratic Party could opt to choose another nominee instead of Biden, she still believes the current administration is the better option.

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To safeguard the public from imported seafood that’s contaminated and help the state’s seafood industry, Congressman Troy Carter introduces a bill with Congressman Clay Higgins. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Hometown hero Alyson Habetz was introduced today as U-L Lafayette’s new head softball coach. Habetz helped lead the Cajuns to the Women’s College World Series in 1993 and won a national championship in 2012 as Alabama’s associate head coach. She takes over a program that’s dominated the Sun Belt Conference but has not been to the W-C-W-S since 2014…

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Thursday night’s presidential debate was a memorable one. Mel Bridges has the details from Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox.

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To safeguard the public from imported seafood that’s contaminated and help the state’s seafood industry, Congressman Troy Carter introduces a bill with Congressman Clay Higgins. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (27)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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The first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign season was last night, leaving Americans with a wide array of feelings about the two likely presidential nominees. Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox says former President Trump delivered about what was expected from him…

Cut 3 (09) “…rallies.”

However, Brox says President Biden, who was looking to dispel rumors about his poor mental abilities, had much worse stage presence than Trump.

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Ultimately, Brox thinks this debate is only likely to swing undecided voters, and he stresses there’s plenty of time between now and the election for Biden’s campaign to recover. Plus, he says, this debate was more style than substance.

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The next presidential debate will be in September.

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Congressman Troy Carter introduces bipartisan legislation with Congressman Clay Higgins to protect Americans from contaminated seafood. He says far too often foreign products that fail inspections are not destroyed and make it back into the food chain. The bill empowers the FDA to close the loophole and destroy imports that are…

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He says the bill protects consumers and the state’s seafood industry. Carter says the cheaper imports cut into the profits of Louisiana Seafood farmers who are following the safety guidelines.

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Carter says this bipartisan bill demonstrates while he and Higgins might not agree philosophically on everything…

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Carter says the bill would better protect consumers from contamination and Louisiana’s seafood industry.

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New Orleans Democrat Representative Mandie Landry posted her thoughts about the presidential debate on social media. She says said even though she couldn’t watch it on TV and get the full impact she did watch it on her cellphone.

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Because of the extreme differences in the personalities of President Biden and former President Trump, Landry says she wasn’t surprised how they came across. She believes Biden…

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Amid talk that the Democratic Party could opt to choose another nominee instead of Biden, Landry still believes the current administration is the better option.

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Hometown hero Alyson Habetz was introduced today as U-L Lafayette’s new head softball coach. Habetz had a Hall of Fame playing career as a Cajuns softball player and after a 25-year run as an assistant coach at Alabama, she’s back home at her alma mater

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Habetz helped lead the Cajuns to the Women’s College World Series in 1993 and won a national championship in 2012 as Alabama’s associate head coach. She takes over a program that’s dominated the Sun Belt Conference but has not been to the W-C-W-S since 2014…

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Former head coach Gerry Glasco’s decision to leave the program for Texas Tech led to several players entering the transfer portal, including Sun Belt Player of the Year Mihyia Davis, Sun Belt newcomer of the year Brooke Ellestad, Lauren Allred and catcher Victoria Valdez. Habetz says she spoke to those players about staying at U-L

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Many Democrats have expressed concern about President Joe Biden’s performance in last night’s Presidential debate. State Representative Mandie Landry from New Orleans is one of those and says the former president won the debate…
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In a social media post, Landry called Mr. Trump the worst president ever and she’s despondent as a Democrat.

Louisiana Congressmen Troy Carter and Clay Higgins have co-authored a bill that would give the F-D-A the authority to destroy imported contaminated seafood that posses a significant public health concern. Carter this bipartisan bill is important to the Louisiana seafood industry…
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The Louisiana Farm Bureau is holding its 102nd Annual Convention this weekend in New Orleans. Brooke Thorington reports they need to elect a new president
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Hometown hero Alyson Habetz was introduced today as U-L Lafayette’s new head softball coach. Habetz had a Hall of Fame playing career as a Cajuns softball player and after a 25-year run as an assistant coach at Alabama, she’s back home at her alma mater
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Congressman Troy Carter introduces legislation to empower the FDA to destroy imported seafood that’s contaminated so it doesn’t make it back into the food chain. He says the bill protects consumers and the state’s seafood industry. Because of the safety guideline Louisiana Seafood farmers adhere to.

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The Louisiana Farm Bureau’s 102^nd Annual Convention is in New Orleans this weekend. Where more than 15 hundred farmers and their families are gathered. Spokesperson Avery Davidson says the Bureau advocates for farmers, ranchers, and rural residents and ensures that policies are in place for those…

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Last night was the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign season. Mel Bridges has the details from Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox.

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The first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign season was last night. Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox says while former President Trump delivered about what was expected from him, President Biden, who was looking to dispel rumors about his poor mental abilities, had much worse stage presence.

cut 4 (11) “…campaign.”

Congressman Troy Carter introduces bipartisan legislation with Congressman Clay Higgins to protect Americans from contaminated seafood. He says far too often foreign products that fail inspections are not destroyed and make it back into the food chain. The bill empowers the FDA to close the loophole and destroy imports that are…

cut 6 (12) “…seafood does.”

 
Former New Orleans Saints Safety Steve Gleason who founded Team Gleason after he was diagnosed with ALS in 2011 is being honored with the 2024 Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS. Colleen Crain has more.

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LSU fans who donated to the College World Series Jell-o Shot Challenge helped the Tigers place third in the overall competition money-wise this year even though they weren’t in Omaha. Mike Manning with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank says Because Louisiana is number one in childhood and senior food insecurity…

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The first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign season was last night, leaving Americans with a wide array of feelings about the two likely presidential nominees. Tulane Associate Professor of Political Science Brian Brox says former President Trump delivered about what was expected from him…

Cut 3 (09) “…rallies.”

Former New Orleans Saints Safety, Steve Gleason will be honored with the 2024 Authur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS.  The award is given to those whose contributions transcend sports. Gleason, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2011, founded Team Gleason to improve life for those living with the disease.  Gleason’s publicist, Clare Durrett …

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This year’s ESPYS will air live on Thursday, July 11 at 7 PM.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau’s 102^nd Annual Convention is in New Orleans this weekend. Spokesperson Avery Davidson says because Jim Harper is not seeking another term members will choose a new president.

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Disney is bringing New Orleans to Orlando with its’ newest ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Mark Romig (Roh-mig) with New Orleans and Company says the ride is based on “The Princess and the Frog” movie and legendary chef Leah Chase inspired the character of Tiana. He hopes the ride inspires people to come see the real place.

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Disney World today and Disneyland later this year.

A 44 year old suspect was arrested Thursday in Arizona by U-S Marshalls in connection with the death of 14 year old Ashley Barnes whose remains were found in Bastrop June 23^rd after her parents reported her missing three days earlier. Authorities say they located Montrel Holmes using his cell phone. He’s been charged with second degree murder.

Disney is bringing New Orleans to Disney World with its’ newest ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which opens today. Mel Bridges has more.

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He founded Team Gleason to improve life for those living with ALS. Now former New Orleans Saints Safety, Steve Gleason will be honored with the 2024 Authur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS. Gleason’s publicist Clair Durrett says she believes the award will enable Gleason to encourage others who see what he and wife Michel been able to accomplish.

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This year’s ESPYS will air live on Thursday, July 11 at 7 PM.

The Louisiana Farm Bureau’s 102^nd Annual Convention is in New Orleans this weekend. One of the convention highlights will be a talent show for members and their families and the crowning of a new Farm Bureau Queen. Spokesperson Avery Davidson says the weekend also offers farmers a chance to talk about what’s impacting their crops and let voting delegates know about them

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Visitors to Disney World can now get a taste of new Orleans while they’re there with the theme park’s newest ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The ride, which replaces Splash Mountain, is based on the 2009 film “The Princess and the Frog.” It takes place after the movie and follows Princess Tiana as she gathers musicians for a Mardi Gras party. Mark Romig with New Orleans and Company, thinks the ride, like the movie, highlights the best of Louisiana.

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The Louisiana Farm Bureau’s 102^nd Annual Convention is in New Orleans this weekend. Where more than 15 hundred farmers and their families are gathered. Spokesperson Avery Davidson says the Bureau advocates for farmers, ranchers, and rural residents and ensures that policies are in place for those…

Cut 10 (10) “…practices.”

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Former New Orleans Saints Safety, Steve Gleason will be honored with the 2024 Authur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS.  The award is granted to those whose contributions transcend sports.  The mission of Team Gleason, founded by Steve Gleason and his wife Michel is to improve life for others living with ALS by providing technology, equipment, and support services. Gleason’s publicist, Clare Durrett …

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Nicholls introduced new head baseball coach Brent Haring yesterday. Haring spent the 2024 season as the Director of Baseball Operations for LSU and has spent more than 22 years in baseball. 10 of those seasons were as an assistant coach at BYU. Haring says Nicholls has stood out to him since a 2014 visit the Cougars made to Thibodaux…

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LSU fans who donated to the College World Series Jell-o Shot Challenge helped the Tigers place third in the overall competition money-wise this year even though they weren’t in Omaha. Mike Manning with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank says LSU fans donated almost 93-hundred dollars, which will even help those who don’t typically need assistance, but do now thanks to inflation.

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Not one but two Slidell teachers are without jobs now after being arrested on allegations of inappropriate behavior with students. Slidell Police Department officials said their ongoing investigation of 35 yea old Alexa Wingerter who was accused of having inappropriate relationships with male students led to additional charges against her and the arrest of 31-year-old Shelby Cavignac. She’s charged with prohibited sexual conduct between an educator and student.

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Former New Orleans Saints Safety Steve Gleason who founded Team Gleason after he was diagnosed with ALS in 2011 is being honored with the 2024 Authur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYS. Colleen Crain has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Colleen Crain.” 
Disney has brought New Orleans to Disney World with its’ newest ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Mark Romig (Roh-mig) with New Orleans and Company says the ride is a way for people to experience the best of New Orleans.

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The ride is based on the 2009 film “The Princess and the Frog” and is open now.