“Operation Access Denied” in North Louisiana resulted in the arrests of 67 previously convicted sex offenders who are accused of committing additional disturbing crimes against children. Attorney General Liz Murrill says these arrests underscore the importance of diligently supervising kids’ online activity.

Cut 15 (08) “…to your child.”

The Baton Rouge Advocate is reporting that a man with a large knife was seen outside Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards’ office around 11:00 Thursday morning. An Edwards’ spokesperson said employees saw the man enter a bathroom and was then apprehended by Edwards’ security officer, Lt Chuck Karrias. They said the man appeared mentally ill and intoxicated. BRPD Chief TJ Morse said no one was attacked and no criminal charges were filed. Since it was determined that he was not an immediate threat to himself or others, the man was released to his family so he could receive proper treatment.

A new rule aimed at streamlining access to energy needed for large projects like data centers has been approved by the Public Service Commission. Utilities looking to build infrastructure to power those massive projects will no longer have to prove that the generation is the cheapest and most reliable way available. Commissioner Jean-Paul Coussan proposed the rule to accelerate the timelines for these projects. But Alaina DiLaura with the Alliance for Affordable Energy says everyone else will end up paying the price.

Cut 9 (12)  “…and industrial ratepayers.”

Louisiana is expected to make access to high-speed internet available to every Louisiana resident by 2028, two years earlier than initially expected. Connect LA executive director Veneeth Iyengar says state and parish officials have come together to speed up the process.

Cut 6 (14) “…ahead of schedule.”

A massive enforcement operation in North Louisiana targeting registered sex offenders nets 67 arrests. It’s one of the biggest child predator busts in state history. Attorney General Liz Murrill says it happened during a month-long operation last month called Operation Access Denied.

Cut 13 (13)  “…during this operation.”

Connect LA has been working to get high speed internet to all of Louisiana, and they’re expected to achieve it by 2028, two years ahead of schedule. Executive director Veneeth Iyengar says because so many Louisianans already have access, people will be able to choose from multiple service providers.

Cut 7 (12) “…that customer.”

He says that means residents could see prices decrease.

The Public Service Commission approves a new rule to help large projects like data centers access the energy they need. Andrew Greenstein reports not everyone is happy about it.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A gutsy season for the U-L Lafayette football comes to an end with a 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl. The Cajuns fell behind 20-3 before scoring ten unanswered points to pull to within a touchdown. After the game, head coach Mike Desormeaux (DEZ-er-mo) said he’s proud of everything his team accomplished, including winning their last four games to achieve bowl eligibility.

Cut 3 (06) “…it’s just tough.”

The Cajuns finish the season with a record of 6-and-7.

The announcement came today that 67 previously convicted sex offenders have been arrested for additional crimes against children. Attorney General Liz Murrill and the Louisiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force along with multiple law enforcement agencies were part of a massive enforcement operation ‘Operation Access Denied.’ Beginning November 1^st, the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation agents identified the offenders and their criminal activities. Some of the offenders were re-arrested for disturbing crimes including rape. Murrill said This is one of the largest operations conducted in the State of Louisiana targeting registered sex offenders in violation of Louisiana law.

In a new rule passed by the Public Service Commission utility providers will no longer have to prove they are providing the most cost-effective and reliable energy for large projects like data centers. Commissioner Jean-Paul Coussan proposed the rule as a way to accelerate the timelines for these projects. But Alaina DiLaura with the Alliance for Affordable Energy says consumers are no longer guaranteed they’re getting the most affordable electricity.

Cut 10 (08) “…that they want.”

All Louisiana residents are expected to have access to high-speed internet by 2028, two years earlier than initially expected. Andre Champagne has more…

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U-L Lafayette football suffered a close 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl yesterday. The Cajuns fell behind 20-3 before scoring ten unanswered points to pull to within a touchdown. The Cajuns had a chance to tie it on the last play of the game, but Quarterback Lunch Winfield’s pass was broken up in the end zone. Windfield says this season has been a learning experience.

Cut 5 (08) “…for next season.”

Louisiana is expected to provide high-speed internet access to every Louisiana resident by 2028, two years earlier than initially expected. Andre Champagne has more.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

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The Public Service Commission approves a new rule aimed at streamlining the process for large projects like data centers to access the energy they need to operate. Andrew Greenstein reports not everyone is happy about that.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A gutsy season by the U-L Lafayette football team comes to an end with a 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl. The Cajuns fell behind 20-3 before scoring ten unanswered points to pull to within a touchdown. The Cajuns had a chance to tie it on the last play of the game, but quarterback Lunch Winfield’s pass was broken up in the end zone. After the game, head coach Mike Desormeaux (DEZ-er-mo) said he’s proud of everything his team accomplished, including winning their last four games to achieve bowl eligibility.

Cut 3 (06) “…it’s just tough.”

Desormeaux says the game was a microcosm of the entire season.

Cut 4 (12) “…has been unbelievable.”

Winfield says this season has been a learning experience.

Cut 5 (08) “…for next season.”

The Cajuns finish the season with a record of 6-and-7.

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Louisiana is expected to provide high-speed internet access to every Louisiana resident by 2028, which is two years earlier than initially expected. ConnectLA executive director Veneeth Iyengar says state and parish officials have come together to speed up the process.

Cut 6 (14) “…ahead of schedule.”

Because so many Louisianans now have access to high-speed internet access, Iyengar says people will be able to choose from multiple internet service providers.

Cut 7 (12) “…that customer.”

Iyengar notes that Louisiana residents could see prices decrease when it comes to paying for higher internet speeds because of the plentiful access in the state.

Cut 8 (13) “…paying before.”

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The Public Service Commission approves a new rule aimed at streamlining the process for large projects like data centers to access the energy they need to operate. Under the new policy, utilities looking to build infrastructure to power those massive projects will no longer have to prove that the generation is the cheapest and most reliable on the market. Commissioner Jean-Paul Coussan proposed the rule as a way to accelerate the timelines for these projects. But Alaina DiLaura with the Alliance for Affordable Energy says everyone else will end up paying the price.

Cut 9 (12)  “…and industrial ratepayers.”

DiLaura says with this new policy, which the commission approved on a vote of 4-1, consumers are no longer guaranteed to be getting the most affordable electricity.

Cut 10 (08) “…that they want.”

DiLaura says the new policy is unfair to residents, who are already in the middle of an affordability crisis.

Cut 11 (11) “…enter the state.”

A new rule approved by the Public Service Commission is aimed at streamlining the process for large projects like data centers to access energy. Under the new policy, utilities looking to build infrastructure to power those massive projects will no longer have to prove that the generation is the cheapest and most reliable on the market. Alaina DiLaura with the Alliance for Affordable Energy says the new policy is unfair to residents, who are already in the middle of an affordability crisis.

Cut 11 (11) “…enter the state.”

Louisiana is expected to make sure high-speed internet access is available to every Louisiana resident by 2028, which is two years earlier than initially expected. Connect LA executive director Veneeth Iyengar says with the increased access, Louisiana residents could see prices decrease for higher internet speeds.

Cut 8 (13) “…paying before.”

Need inspiration for those last-minute Christmas gifts? Advancing technology can help.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

U-L Lafayette had quite a football season but it came to an end with a 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl yesterday. After the game, head coach Mike Desormeaux (DEZ-er-mo) said he was heartbroken for his players after they worked so hard to just miss the victory but…

Cut 4 (12) “…has been unbelievable.”

The Cajuns finish the season with a record of 6-and-7.

The Public Service Commission approves a new rule aimed at streamlining the process for large projects like data centers to access the energy they need to operate. Utilities looking to build infrastructure to power those massive projects will no longer have to prove that the generation is the cheapest and most reliable on the market. Commissioner Jean-Paul Coussan proposed the rule as a way to accelerate the timelines for these projects. But Alaina DiLaura with the Alliance for Affordable Energy says everyone else will end up paying the price.

Cut 9 (12)  “…and industrial ratepayers.”

This just in to the Louisiana Radio Network newsroom – Attorney General Liz Murrill has announced that 67 people, including at least five women, have been arrested in a massive enforcement operation targeting registered sex offenders. Throughout last month, Operation Access Denied targeted sex offenders for additional crimes against children.

A gutsy season by the U-L Lafayette football team comes to an end with a 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl. The Cajuns fell behind 20-3 before scoring ten unanswered points to pull to within a touchdown. The Cajuns had a chance to tie it on the last play of the game, but quarterback Lunch Winfield’s pass was broken up in the end zone. After the game, head coach Mike Desormeaux (DEZ-er-mo) said the game was a microcosm of the entire season.

Cut 4 (12) “…has been unbelievable.”

The Cajuns finish the season with a record of 6-and-7.

At an event where Saints owner Gayle Benson and Raising Cane’s owner Todd Graves donated 100 custom bikes and helmets to the youth of the YMCA, WAFB-TV’s Jacques Doucet asked Benson about the Saints’ recent success.

Cut 20 (14) “…he’s awesome.”

The Saints have won two games in a row and rookie quarterback Tyler Shough is now 3-3 as an NFL starter. New Orleans is at home for the last time this season against the New York Jets on Sunday. Kickoff is at noon.

Last night, UL-Lafayette dropped to Delaware by a score of 20-13 in the 68 Ventures Bowl to close out the 2025 season. The Cajuns turned the ball over three times as starting quarterback Lunch Winfield threw for 231 yards with a touchdown and an interception. He also lost a fumble.

The New Orleans Pelicans look to win their third straight game tonight as they host Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets at 7 p.m.

LSU men’s basketball is coming off an impressive win against SMU in New Orleans this past weekend. Senior forward Pablo Tamba had one of his best games as a Tiger as he scored 14 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Head coach Matt McMahon told Tiger Rag Radio that Tamba is a special player.

Cut 16 (14) “…fantastic out there.”

The Tigers return to Baton Rouge tomorrow for the first time in a month, where they’ll host Southeastern Louisiana at 7 p.m.

On Wednesday, two more LSU football players entered their names in the college football transfer portal. Redshirt freshman quarterback Colin Hurley, who enrolled at LSU at the age of 16, is entering the transfer portal after being with the Tigers for two seasons. Hurley served as the third-string quarterback behind Garret Nussmeier and Michael Van Buren. Van Buren is now the only scholarship quarterback available for the Texas Bowl.

Freshman offensive lineman Carius Curne also entered the transfer portal. The former four-star played in seven games at both left and right tackle this season.

The Tigers are now up to eight players in the transfer portal.

If you go to a store and find that it has the Christmas gift you’re looking for in stock, you can thank A-I for that. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says stores are using A-I to manage their inventories to make sure their shelves are properly stocked.

Cut 8 (11) “…what they want.”

That’s one of the many ways that A-I has greatly enhanced the Christmas shopping experience in recent years.

A federal judge rules that Louisiana’s law requiring social media companies to, among other things, verify the age of users is unconstitutional. NetChoice successfully argued that those requirements force users to give up too much personal information to gain access. Attorney General Liz Murrill says she will appeal.

Cut 6 (09) “…over protecting minors.”

Nearsightedness is becoming an epidemic in Louisiana, and Louisiana’s deputy surgeon general has some tips for kids to protect their eyesight. Andre Champagne reports.

Cut 3 (29) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

Saints owner Gayle Benson and Raising Cane’s owner Todd Graves donated 100 children’s bikes and helmets to members of the YMCA of the Capital Area yesterday. Graves says this is the sixth year of this initiative.

Cut 11 (10) “…of the season.”

A federal judge in Baton Rouge has ruled that Louisiana’s law that requires social media companies to verify the age of users, obtain parental consent and provide parental controls is unconstitutional. Judge John deGravelles (guh-GRAVEL) said the law violates the First Amendment. Attorney General Liz Murrill says it’s unfortunate that the court chose to protect huge corporations that facilitate child exploitation.

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As if excessive social media exposure isn’t dangerous enough, with adverse effects on mental health, it can also cause nearsightedness in children. Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Wyche Coleman says using objects up close like phone screens makes their eyes grow longer and could cause permanent complications.

Cut 13 (11)  “…your whole life.”

In recent years, A-I has greatly enhanced the Christmas shopping experience. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says if you go online and get stuck as to what to get your special someone for Christmas, there’s A-I to the rescue.

Cut 9 (12)  “…want to buy.”

In fact, Rice says Rufus has helped Amazon bring in an additional ten-billion dollars in revenue.

Raising Cane’s owner Todd Graves and Saints owner Gayle Benson were in Baton Rouge yesterday to donate 100 children’s bikes and helmets to members of the YMCA of the Capital Area. Mrs. Benson also presented a check to the YMCA to renovate its locker rooms.

Cut 10 (12) “…feel so good.”

A federal judge rules that Louisiana’s law requiring social media companies to, among other things, verify the age of users is unconstitutional. NetChoice successfully argued that those requirements violate the First Amendment because they force users to give up too much personal information to gain access. Attorney General Liz Murrill says she will appeal.

Cut 6 (09) “…over protecting minors.”

Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Wyche Coleman says near-sightedness is becoming an epidemic among children in the state. He says one hour of natural sunlight exposure greatly reduces that risk; and if kids use the fact that it’s an overcast day as an excuse to stay indoors, that that’s no excuse.

Cut 15 (12) “…bright as indoors.”

It seems that A-I has taken over nearly every facet of our daily lives, and that includes Christmas shopping. Retailers are using A-I agents, like Walmart’s Sparky and Amazon’s Rufus, to give online shoppers a helping hand on what to get their loved ones. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says they’ve been very effective – and very profitable.

Cut 23 (08) “…having with it.”

Brick-and-mortar retailers, meanwhile, are using A-I to manage inventory, to make sure there are enough gifts for everyone to buy.

Raising Cane’s owner Todd Graves and Saints owner Gayle Benson were in Baton Rouge yesterday to donate 100 children’s bikes and helmets to members of the YMCA of the Capital Area. The holiday bike giveaway is part of Mrs. Benson’s Month of Giving.

Cut 12 (10) “…events like this.”