Shreveport Police say the man they believe shot and killed pharmaceutical delivery driver Billy Jamison in a Walgreens parking lot last Wednesday has been arrested in Texas. Corporal Chris Bordelon says 38-year-old Kelvin Lewis was arrested late last week on an unrelated charge. Police are still seeking another suspect, 44-year-old Larry Lewis who they say has a long criminal record of drugs and weapons charges. Bordelon says Jamison was targeted, possibly because he had prescription drugs in his delivery vehicle.

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Louisiana State Police graduates its newest cadet class. Trooper Shelby Mayfield says there was something unique about Cadet Class 105.

Cut 12 (07) “…across the state.”

He says 56 cadets began the accelerated class and 51 graduated.

So how did Louisiana’s trucking industry handle last week’s historic snowstorm? Sean Richardson has the details…

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Louisiana Tech has partnered with Archem, a Shreveport-based leader in advanced aerospace fuel solutions, to advance aerospace innovation. La Tech Chief Innovation Officer Donna Johnson says the partnership includes a custom-designed jet engine test platform, developed with Onyx Aerospace, featuring advanced fuel management, data systems, and sensors. The collaboration supports R&D for the U.S. Air Force, evaluating advanced fuels for military and commercial applications.

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Johnson says this facility provides students with hands-on experience with cutting-edge propulsion and fuel technologies.

Governor Jeff Landry is urging Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy and South Dakota Senator John Thune to support the confirmation of Robert F Kennedy as the next Secretary for the U-S Department of Health. Landry says America’s health continues to decline, and we need a leader who will shake up the status quo. Kennedy’s confirmation hearing is Thursday and Cassidy is the chairman of the committee holding the hearing.

The Louisiana Motor Transportation Association says last week’s historic snowfall and the closing of several major roadways show the need for more parking spaces for trucks during severe weather events.

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That’s L-M-T-A executive director Renee Amar, who views the event as an opportunity to improve preparedness for future extreme weather impacts on transportation and find a balance for truckers on the road.

A man wanted in the deadly shooting of a delivery driver outside a Shreveport Walgreens store is under arrest, and one is still on the loose.

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Louisiana has 51 new State Troopers as the L-S-P held a graduation ceremony for Cadet Class 105. Trooper Shelby Mayfield says because this class is completely comprised of former law enforcement officers.

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One of the two men who Shreveport Police say are responsible for a murder in a Walgreens parking lot is under arrest. Corporal Chris Bordelon says 38-year-old Kelvin Lewis was arrested late last week on an unrelated charge.

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Bordelon says they believe it was Kelvin Lewis who fatally shot 67-year-old pharmaceutical delivery driver Billy Jamison last Wednesday.

Last week’s historic snowstorm caused state officials to close most of of Interstate 10 through Louisiana, causing significant challenges. Louisiana Motor Transportation Association Executive Director Renee Amar says many drivers were stuck waiting for conditions to improve.

Cut 9 (07)  “…where you are.”

Amar says trucks resorted to parking on interstate shoulders, creating safety hazards.

Louisiana Tech has partnered with Archem, a Shreveport-based leader in advanced aerospace fuel solutions, to advance aerospace innovation. La Tech Chief Innovation Officer Donna Johnson says this collaboration unites academic research, specialized equipment, and industry expertise, offering invaluable opportunities for students.

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We now know the two teams which will be heading to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59 – the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. It’s a rematch of Super Bowl 57, which the Chiefs won 38-35. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts says he’s going to use that loss as a motivational tool.

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North and central Louisiana are getting an additional area code in the 318 area code territory.   Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says the new 457 area code will be for new numbers because 318 simply ran out of numbers.

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New phones in the 3-1-8 are code territory will receive a  457 area code starting on September 25th.

A cat near New Orleans is confirmed to have been infected with bird flu. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says a domestic breed feral cat was picked up from a colony in Plaquemines Parish and was neutered.

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Strain says this is an isolated incident.

Louisiana Tech has announced it’s partnering with Archem to advance aerospace innovation. La Tech Chief Innovation Officer Donna Johnson says as part of the partnership, Tech will receive a custom-designed jet engine test platform, giving students the opportunity to explore the future of advanced fuels for military and commercial applications…

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Super Bowl 59 is all set as the Eagles will play the Chiefs in New Orleans on February 9^th. Philadelphia forced four turnovers to end the Washington Commanders magical season. Quarterback Jayden Daniels threw an interception late in the game and says it’s a tough way to end the season…

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As for the Eagles, they’re back in the Super Bowl for the second time in three years.

Last week, it looked a lot like Christmas in New Orleans with more than a half a foot of snow on the ground. Next week, it will look a lot like Christmas with green and red blanketing the city. That’s because the Eagles and the Chiefs will be playing in the Super Bowl in New Orleans a week from Sunday. Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes said after beating the Bills in the AFC Title Game that the team has shown a lot of perseverance throughout the season with many close wins.

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The state is using the occasion of hosting the Super Bowl to showcase itself to companies and prospective newcomers. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois (BOO-zhwah) says they are setting up the “Louisiana NOW” pavilion to tell the state’s story.

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North Louisiana is getting a new area code later this year. Sean Richardson has more.

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A cat near New Orleans is confirmed to have been infected with bird flu. The domestic breed feral cat was picked up from a colony in Plaquemines Parish, started showing signs of neurological illness and was euthanized. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says it’s unclear which type of bird flu that the cat was infected with.

Cut 11 (10) “…virus it was.”

We now know the two teams which will be heading to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59 – the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. It’s a rematch of Super Bowl 57, which the Chiefs won 38-35. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts says he’s going to use that loss as a motivational tool.

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North Louisiana is getting a new area code. The 457 area code will start to roll out this fall for the region currently served by the 318 area code. Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says one way to look at this is growth in the region.

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Starting February 24th, people in the 318 area code will be asked to dial ten numbers for all calls, even local calls. That will become mandatory in August.

Louisiana is using the occasion of hosting the Super Bowl to showcase itself to companies and prospective newcomers. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois (BOO-zhwah) says the Louisiana NOW pavilion will showcase all the unique things that the whole state has to offer.

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The Louisiana NOW pavilion will be up and running throughout Super Bowl week.

A cat near New Orleans is confirmed to have been infected with bird flu. The domestic breed feral cat was picked up from a colony in Plaquemines Parish. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says this was an isolated case, and there’s no risk to humans at this point. He urges you to stay away from any feral or wild animal showing signs of illness.

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North and central Louisiana are getting an additional area code in the 318 area code territory.   Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says the new 457 area code will be for new numbers because 318 simply ran out of numbers.

Cut 8 (06) “…use in 318.”

Starting on February 24th, AT&T and other carriers would like phone users to use all ten numbers to make a call within the 318 area code territory, because after August 25th the call will not go through if you dial a number using just seven digits.

A cat near New Orleans is confirmed to have been infected with bird flu. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says a domestic breed feral cat was picked up in Plaquemines Parish for neutering.

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Louisiana is using its opportunity of hosting the Super Bowl to sell itself to new businesses and future residents. Here’s Andrew Greenstein.

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Jayden Daniels’ magical rookie season with the Washington Commanders has come to an end after yesterday’s 55-23 loss to the Eagles.   Daniels had one interception, and the Commanders also lost three fumbles. Daniels says it’s a tough way to end the season.

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As was the case two years ago, the Eagles will face the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans.

A cat near New Orleans is confirmed to have been infected with bird flu. Colleen Crain reports.

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North and central Louisiana are getting a new area code, but it will be several months before phone numbers are assigned with a new 457 area code in the current 318 area code territory.  Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says if you currently have a phone number with a 318 area code, it won’t change.

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One of the LSU baseball team’s top performers in 2024 will likely play a different position this season. Steven Milam was a first-team freshman All-American last season at second base, hitting .326 with eight home runs and 40 RBIs. Coach Jay Johnson.

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