Governor Landry signs a series of bills aimed at unleashing Louisiana’s coastal energy production. Among the bills Landry signed during a ceremony at Moncla Well Services in Lafayette was one that addressed legacy lawsuits by encouraging parties to admit responsibility in damaging the state’s coastline and work towards remediation. 

Cut 9 (10)  “…address this issue.”

Landry also signed a bill that reduced the severance tax on all new oil drilling projects from 12 and a half percent to six and a half percent.

LSU fans give their team a heroes’ welcome upon returning home after winning the College World Series. A few hundred braved the scorching heat outside Alex Box Stadium to welcome the team back from Omaha, including this man.

Cut 7 (05) “…was pretty cool.”

The team will hold a celebration at the Box tomorrow night at seven. Admission and parking are free.

Shoplifters, beware, the Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office has two more heroic deputies. They weigh over one ton and pursue at over 25 miles per hour. Kace Kieschnick has more…

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

In honor of its 100th anniversary, Southeastern Louisiana University achieved its 100-million-dollar campaign milestone. Kace Kieschnick reports

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

Sad news to report, the former longtime Voice of the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, Dave Nitz, has passed away at the age of 82. The West Virginia native spent 50 years of his life calling Louisiana Tech football, basketball and baseball games. His trademark phrase was “You Gotta Love It.” Nitz is a former affiliate relations director at Louisiana Network.

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has filed legislation that would help agricultural producers impacted by disruptions to the global trade market.  Letlow says the bill would create a dedicated fund that would allow the Trump Administration to respond swiftly to trade-related losses…

Cut 12 (13) “…as a result of the tariffs”

Letlow hopes the full House will vote on her bill soon.

The Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office assisted in an unusual shoplifting arrest Saturday at the grand opening of a new Tractor Supply store in Ponchatoula. Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says 35-year-old Theresa Prine was confronted by the store owner for trying to leave without paying when equine officers Caddy and Yella took notice..

Cut 3 (11) “…detain her.”

The woman was issued a summons for Felony Theft after determining her cart contained over 12-hundred-dollars’ worth of merchandise.

The national champions are home. Andrew Greenstein reports from Alex Box Stadium, where LSU fans gave the College World Series champs a heroes’ welcome.

Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

LSU women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey was not at Alex Box Stadium to greet the baseball team. That’s because she was at the East Baton Rouge Parish courthouse serving jury duty. Mulkey was among the hundreds of potential jurors waiting to see whether they would be selected to serve on a jury.

In the regular session, state lawmakers approved a bill that creates the Excellence Award within the TOPS program. It’s for high school students who achieve a 31 or higher on the ACT and have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Students who qualify can receive up to 12-thousand dollars to cover tuition at any Louisiana university. Ruston Representative Christopher Turner says TOPS is an investment in the state’s best and brightest students, and like any investment, Turner hopes to see a return.

Cut 14 (10) “…state on that.”

Students currently receiving TOPS will not be eligible for the new award.

Drivers are starting to see the effects of the conflict in the Middle East at the gas pumps. But will it last long? Dr. Greg Upton, the executive director of the Center for Energy Studies at LSU, says what’s interesting to consider is that the price of crude actually dropped seven percent after Iran retaliated on U.S. military bases.

Cut 10 (10) “…these geopolitical shocks.”

Another season, another title for LSU baseball. Bill Franques (frank-EZZ) is the longtime public address announcer at Alex Box Stadium and has been with the program for all eight of its national championships. He says the 2025 team is a special one.

Cut 16 (09) “…made the difference.”

The team will hold a celebration at the stadium at seven tomorrow night. Admission and parking are free.

A new law will adjust Louisiana’s TOPS scholarship program to provide a new “Excellence” award for the state’s top-scoring high schoolers. Ruston Representative Christopher Turner says his bill creates a new distinction for students with over a 3.5 GPA and a 31 ACT score.

Cut 13 (08)  “…tuition or fees.”

Qualifying students can receive up to 12-thousand dollars to cover tuition at any Louisiana university.

In honor of its 100th anniversary, Southeastern Louisiana University achieved its 100-million-dollar campaign milestone. Kace Kieschnick reports

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

The LSU Board of Supervisors announces its presidential search committee. It is comprised of 19 people. Among them are Ben Bordelon, the president and CEO of Bollinger Shipyards, and former LSU and Major League Baseball player Ryan Theriot, who’s now the vice president and chief operating officer of Parish Construction.

Louisiana lawmakers have approved a new “Excellence Award” within the TOPS scholarship program. It would provide a high school student with a 12-thousand dollar scholarship to attend a Louisiana university if they achieve a 31 or higher on their ACT or have at least a 3.5 GPA. Ruston Representative Christopher Turner says legislators also looked at making other changes to TOPS, but settled on the Excellence Award for this year…

Cut 15 (10) “…bent in”

Southeastern Louisiana has raised 100-million dollars in recognition of their 100^th anniversary. The campaign is led by Honorary Chair and ABC Good Morning America Anchor Robin Roberts. S-L-U president Dr. William Wainwright says the former Lion will return to Hammond in October for the ribbon cutting of the Robin Roberts Broadcast Media Center.

Cut 5 (10) “…transformational investment.”

The national champions are home. Andrew Greenstein reports from Alex Box Stadium, where LSU fans gave the College World Series champs a heroes’ welcome.

Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Louisiana Racing Commission holds an emergency meeting this morning and representatives from the Fair Grounds Racecourse and Slots will be there. The owner of the horse track, Churchill Downs, threatened to surrender its horse racing and video poker licenses if they didn’t receive a state subsidy. Churchill Downs is concerned about a huge financial loss after the state Supreme Court said the track can not have historical horse racing machines, because it’s considered a new type of gaming and needs voter approval.

In the regular session, state lawmakers approved a bill that creates the Excellence Award within the TOPS program. It’s for high school students who achieve a 31 or higher on the ACT and have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Students who qualify can receive up to 12-thousand dollars to cover tuition at any Louisiana university. Ruston Representative Christopher Turner says TOPS is an investment in the state’s best and brightest students, and like any investment, Turner hopes to see a return.

Cut 14 (10) “…state on that.”

Students currently receiving TOPS will not be eligible for the new award.

LSU fans give their team a heroes’ welcome after returning home after winning the College World Series. A few hundred braved the scorching heat outside Alex Box Stadium to welcome the team back from Omaha, including this man.

Cut 7 (05) “…was pretty cool.”

There will be a championship celebration at Alex Box Stadium tomorrow night at seven.

Oil prices are falling over the hopes of a cease fire between Israel and Iran. They fell seven percent yesterday and they are down another three-percent this morning. The executive director of the Center for Energy Studies at LSU, Doctor Greg Upton, is optimistic the Middle East crisis will not have a long-term impact on the oil market…

Cut 11 (09) “…of the magnitude”

According to Triple-A, the statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline is $2.83. That’s up eight cents from a week ago.

Southeastern Louisiana is celebrating its 100^th anniversary and they’ve surpassed their “Get There Together” fundraising campaign goal, which was 100-million dollars. The initiative will continue to raise money throughout Southeastern’s centennial year. President Dr. William Wainwright says he’s proud of the continued growth of the university and hopes the current momentum can ensure a strong future. He invites everyone, not just alumni, to join the 100-year celebrations.

Cut 6 (10) “…our beloved Southeastern.”

Lawmakers have created a new scholarship award for the TOPS program. Colleen Crain reports high school students who score a 31 or higher on the ACT and have at least a 3.5 GPA are eligible for more scholarship money….

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Governor Landry will hold two bill signing ceremonies today. The first one will take place in Lafayette. The governor’s office says Landry will sign legislation that will unleash Louisiana’s coastal energy production. This afternoon, Landry will return to the State Capitol to sign a bill that reforms Pharmacy Benefit Managers with the hopes of lowering drug prescription prices.

Southeastern Louisiana University reached its 100-million-dollar goal for its “Get There Together” fundraising campaign, celebrating 100 years of SLU. The university’s biggest fundraising campaign to date, university President Dr. William Wainwright says funds will go towards supporting scholarships and professorships.

Cut 4 (11) “…infrastructure improvements.”

The campaign is led by Honorary Chair and ABC Good Morning America, Anchor Robin Roberts.

The national champion LSU baseball team received a hero’s welcome yesterday as they returned to Baton Rouge with the program’s eight national championship. Hundreds of fans braved the heat to greet the team at Alex Box Stadium….

Cut 8 (10) “….and everything else”

The party will continue tomorrow night as a national championship celebration will take place at Alex Box Stadium beginning at 7 PM.

In honor of its 100th anniversary, Southeastern Louisiana University achieved its 100-million-dollar campaign milestone. Kace Kieschnick reports

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

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The national champions are home. Andrew Greenstein is outside Alex Box Stadium, where LSU fans gave the College World Series champions a heroes’ welcome.

Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A new law will create a TOPS Excellence Award for students who score a 31 or higher on the ACT and have a 3.5 GPA. Colleen Crain has more.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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Southeastern Louisiana University reached its 100-million-dollar goal for its “Get There Together” fundraising campaign, celebrating 100 years of SLU. The university’s biggest fundraising campaign to date, university President Dr. William Wainwright says funds will go towards supporting scholarships and professorships.

Cut 4 (11) “…infrastructure improvements.”

The campaign is led by Honorary Chair and ABC Good Morning America Anchor Robin Roberts. Dr. Wainwright says the former Lion will return to Hammond in October for the ribbon cutting of the Robin Roberts Broadcast Media Center.

Cut 5 (10) “…transformational investment.”

The initiative will continue to raise money throughout Southeastern’s centennial year. Dr. Wainwright says he’s proud of the continued growth of the university and hopes the current momentum can ensure a strong future. He invites everyone, not just alumni, to join the 100-year celebrations.

Cut 6 (10) “…our beloved Southeastern.”

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LSU fans give their team a heroes’ welcome after returning home after winning the College World Series. A few hundred braved the scorching heat outside Alex Box Stadium to welcome the team back from Omaha, including this man.

Cut 7 (05) “…was pretty cool.”

Fans both young and old came together to greet the team as they got off the buses.

Cut 8 (10) “…and everything else.”

Head Coach Jay Johnson says winning the second title in four years was just as good as winning the first one, and he’s very proud of his players.

Cut 9 (10)  “…to be champions.”

There will be a championship celebration at Alex Box Stadium tomorrow night at seven.

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Drivers are starting to see the effects of the conflict in the Middle East at the gas pumps. But will it last long? Dr. Greg Upton, the executive director of the Center for Energy Studies at LSU, says what’s interesting to consider is that the price of crude actually dropped seven percent after Iran retaliated on U.S. military bases.

Cut 10 (10) “…these geopolitical shocks.”

Dr. Upton says interestingly, the Middle East crisis should not have much of a long-term impact on the oil market.

Cut 11 (09) “…of this magnitude.”

Upton says the longer term trend will be on where companies will decide where to deploy their long-term capital to provide products derived from oil.

Cut 12 (07) “…investments are made.”

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A new law will adjust Louisiana’s TOPS scholarship program to provide a new “Excellence” award for the state’s top-scoring high schoolers. Ruston Representative Christopher Turner says his bill creates a new distinction for students with over a 3.5 GPA and a 31 ACT score.

Cut 13 (08)  “…tuition or fees.”

Students who qualify can receive up to 12-thousand dollars to cover tuition at any Louisiana university. Turner says this may not be the end for changes to the program. He says TOPS is an investment in the state’s best and brightest students, and like any investment, Turner hopes to see a return.

Cut 14 (10) “…state on that.”

Students currently receiving TOPS will not be eligible for the new award. Turner says his original idea was to level off TOPS and allow scholarship money to follow the student, but university discrepancies and opposition changed plans before the bill found support in the legislature.

Cut 15 (10) “…bent in.”

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Another season, another title for LSU baseball. Bill Franques is the longtime public address announcer at Alex Box Stadium and has been with the program for all eight of its national championships. He says the 2025 team is a special one.

Cut 16 (09) “…made the difference.”

Franques says what really made the difference for the Tigers this season was their defense.

Cut 17 (17)  “…defensive first baseman.”

And while LSU certainly had the most dominant pitching rotation, bolstered by their top two starters Kade Anderson and Anthony Eyanson, they all had a secret weapon in front of them.

Cut 18 (10)  “…handled those guys.”

Franques was on the field in Omaha during the title celebration and says this one was extra special.

Cut 19 (13) “…ever has been.”