Woodside Energy, which is building a 17-billion-dollar LNG terminal in Calcasieu Parish, has awarded a 300-million dollar contract to another Louisiana company to build four new tugboats at C-and-C Marine and Repair in Plaquemines Parish. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois says  the state has an online business database called Source Louisiana, which connects Louisiana companies to contract and vendor opportunities…

Cut 15 (05) “…C-and-C.”

Students enrolling in school in Louisiana will still be required to get the meningitis vaccine, after the House Education Committee votes down a bill to remove it from the list of required shots. The bill’s author, Houma Republican Beryl Amedee, pressed Baton Rouge pediatrician Doctor Mikki Bouquet about possible side effects from receiving the meningitis vaccine.

Cut 5 (06) “…very effective.”

Incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy faces two tough opponents as he seeks a third term. Cassidy lost support from many Republicans when he voted to convict then-former President Donald Trump during his second impeachment trial in 2021. Political strategist Mary-Patricia Wray says despite Cassidy’s high negatives, there is a good chance he makes the run-off.

Cut 27 (12) “…vote for him (2x).”

Julia Letlow and John Fleming are Cassidy’s two closest challengers.

The LSU gymnastics program is in the NCAA Finals for the 11^th time in program history and will try to win their second national championship in three years. The Tigers had some struggles on Thursday in the semis. Sophomore Kailin Chio says the team will use the performance as a learning experience…

Cut 8 (04) “…throw out the bad.”

The finals are tomorrow at 3 p.m.

The House Education Committee votes down a bill that would have removed the meningitis vaccine from the list of vaccines students 11 years old and older are required to receive. Baton Rouge pediatrician Doctor Mikki Bouquet (Boo-tay) told the committee about the benefits of the vaccine.

Cut 6 (10) “…very effective.”

That, and other testimony, was enough for eight of the 12 committee members to vote no on advancing the bill.

A shipyard in Belle Chasse will build four new tugboats for Woodside Energy, who is building a 17-billion-dollar LNG terminal in Calcasieu Parish. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois says this is what they want to see, a business operating in one part of the state, providing jobs and opportunity in another area of the state.

Cut 13 (09) “…supposed to work.”

New Orleans is scheduled to host a LIV Golf tournament in June, but the circuit is apparently on shaky ground. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is reportedly on the verge of cutting funding for LIV Golf, putting its eight remaining tournaments in 2026 in jeopardy. State Senate President Cameron Henry says the state has allocated seven-million dollars on the tournament and has spent three-million of it.

Cut 11 (08) “…to use that.”

LSU gymnastics will try to win its second national championship in three years tomorrow. Head coach Jay Clark says yesterday’s performance wasn’t the Tigers’ best, but the team plans to move on and refocus ahead of the national title meet.

Cut 7 (12) “…do the thing.”

Students enrolling in school in Louisiana will still be required to get the meningitis vaccine, after the House Education Committee votes down an attempt to remove it from the list of required shots. The CDC says meningococcal disease has increased sharply since 2001, and Baton Rouge pediatrician Dr. Mikki Bouquet (Boo-tay) says just last month there was a deadly outbreak in the U-K…

Cut 4 (11) “…kids died”

The bill’s author, Houma Republican Beryl Amedee, pressed Bouquet about possible side effects from receiving the meningitis vaccine.

Cut 5 (06) “…very effective.”

Meningococcal disease leads to meningitis, which is inflammation of the brain and spinal cord, and it can also produce blood infections. Up to 15-percent of the cases can be fatal.

New Orleans is scheduled to host LIV Golf in June – but rumors are swirling that the circuit might not survive until then. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is reportedly on the verge of cutting funding for LIV Golf, putting its future in jeopardy. State Senate President Cameron Henry says the state has allocated seven-million dollars to the tournament.

Cut 10 (05) “…for the tournament.”

Henry says the worst-case scenario is that City Park gets a 2.2-million-dollar upgrade and the state goes after LIV Golf for the one-million dollars of the hosting fee it’s already paid.

After finishing second in yesterday’s NCAA Semifinals, LSU gymnastics will look to capture its second national championship in three seasons tomorrow. Sophomore Kaliya Lincoln says the Tigers must continue to rely on what they’ve done all season.

Cut 9 (10)  “…no matter what.”

The House Education Committee votes down a bill that would have removed the requirement that students receive the meningitis vaccine. Colleen Crain has the story

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Sad story out of Pineville as a mother and her son died in a house fire this morning. Mayor Joe Bishop told KALB-TV that the victims have been identified as 90-year-old Dorothy Gordon and 69-year-old Gary Gordon. No other information has been released.

The LSU gymnastics program is in the NCAA Finals for the 11^th time in program history and will try to win their second national championship in three years. LSU nearly failed to advance to the finals, but thanks to a strong performance on the floor, they leapfrogged Georgia to advance. Sophomore sensation Kailin Chio says the team will use Thursday’s performance as a learning experience heading into Saturday’s meet.

Cut 8 (04) “…throw out the bad.”

The Tigers will compete against top-seeded Oklahoma, No. 3-seeded Florida and No. 15-seeded Minnesota at 3 p.m.

Fifth-year senior Bo Bordelon is one of the surprising stories at LSU’s spring practice. Bordelon has been a career backup at LSU; but with a new coaching staff, he’s moved to the top of the depth chart at left guard.

Cut 14 (11) “…just start new.”

The No. 2-seeded LSU gymnastics team is headed to its 11th national championship in program history after finishing second in Thursday’s NCAA Semifinals with a score of 197.4375.

It didn’t look promising for the Tigers heading into the final rotation after struggles on bars and beam, as they trailed No. 6 Georgia. However, a strong floor performance lifted LSU past the GymDogs.

Head coach Jay Clark said he’s proud of how his team stayed committed to the process despite the setbacks.

Cut 20 (10): “at the end.”

LSU received strong performances from Kailin Chio, Amari Drayton and Kaliya Lincoln on floor to help clinch a spot in the championship. The Tigers will compete for their second national title in three years when they take the floor against top-seeded Oklahoma, No. 3 seed Florida, and No. 15 seed Minnesota at 3 p.m. on Saturday.

The LSU Tigers are looking to play better baseball this weekend as they host 10th ranked Texas A-and-M. In LSU’s recent wins, they’ve shown the ability to come from behind. but coach Jay Johnson doesn’t want to rely on late inning rallies to win.

Cut 18 (15)  “…to be played.”

First pitch tonight is at six p-m, and the game will be shown on ESPN.

Louisiana Tech looks to keep its 7-game win streak going tonight when the Bulldogs take on Kennesaw State on the road at 5 p.m.  ULM looks to bounce back this weekend against Arkansas State after two straight series losses. First pitch tonight is set for 6 p.m.

Southeastern looks to win its fourth straight series this weekend when it takes on Texas Rio Grande Valley on the road. First pitch tonight is set for 6:30 p.m.

Northwestern State is at Lamar this weekend. First pitch tonight in Beaumont is set for 7:05 p.m.

The House Education Committee votes down an attempt to remove the meningitis vaccine from the list of shots a student 11 years or older is required to receive. Houma Republican Beryl Amedee authored the legislation and says parents should have the final say on whether their child receives this vaccine…

Cut 3 (12) “…mandate”

But after hearing health professionals and others, the committee voted eight to four against Amedee’s bill,

The LSU gymnastics team needed a strong finish on the floor to advance to the finals of the NCAA Championships. Last year, LSU failed to advance past the semifinal round, but Coach Jay Clark is glad his team pushed past that mental hurdle…

Cut 7 (12) “…do the thing”

The finals are Saturday at 3 PM.

Louisiana high school seniors will be getting personalized emails to provide information on colleges near where they live. Tristan Denley, the deputy commissioner of academic affairs and innovation at the Board of Regents, says the goal is to take the confusion out of a daunting task.

Cut 12 (11) “…across the state.”

The individualized emails will have recommendations based on the student’s academic record.

Offensive lineman Bo Bordelon has been at LSU for five years, but has never started. This spring he’s number one on the depth chart at left guard. Bordelon, the son of former LSU offensive lineman Ben Bordelon, says playing at LSU means a lot

Cut 15 (15) “…for LSU

A bill heading to the Senate floor would set up a process for the Louisiana legislature to use the courts to remove a public official from office for malfeasance or gross misconduct. West Monroe Senator Jay Morris, who filed the bill, says there are mayors who have been involved in serious scandals, and nothing is done for a long time.

Cut 9 (09)  “…for good governance.”

Some Democrats expressed concern. New Orleans Senator Gary Carter says with Republicans holding a super majority in the House and the Senate, the G-O-P could use this method to get rid of Democratic officials it doesn’t like.

Cut 10 (09) “…the Senate side.”

The bill would require two-thirds of the House or Senate to agree to file one of the lawsuits.

College-bound seniors statewide will start receiving emails giving them direction as to which in-state schools they should be applying to. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

We are a month away from the May 16th election, and the U.S. Senate Republican Party primary will continue to heat up with the three major candidates having millions of dollars to spend. Political strategist Mary-Patricia Wray says polling earlier this year showed a large group of undecided voters, but that’s starting to change.

Cut 4 (10) “…pick a candidate.”

The Senate will take up a bill by West Monroe Senator Jay Morris that would allow the Legislature to file a lawsuit to oust an elected official for malfeasance or gross misconduct.

Cut 7 (07) “…of a crime.”

Baton Rouge Senator Larry Selders expressed concern that a politician could be ousted based solely on accusations.

Cut 8 (08) “…they’re not convicted.”

A two third vote would be needed to proceed with a lawsuit.

As he seeks a third term, Incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy faces two tough opponents, Julia Letlow and John Fleming in the May 16^th primary. Political strategist Mary-Patricia Wray says the candidates will by vying for votes especially from Acadiana, north Louisiana, Baton Rouge, and the Northshore where voter turnout is expected to be high because of the many Republican voters and competitive down-ballot races.

Cut 6 (10) “…next four weeks.”

College bound High School Seniors will be receiving individually tailored emails to help them see which in-state colleges and universities best suit them. Deputy commissioner of academic affairs and innovation at the Board of Regents, Tristan Denley…

Cut 13 (13)  “…about those too.”

LSU gymnastics got strong performances on the floor from Amari Drayton, Kailin Chio, and Kaylia Lincoln, and the Tigers leapfrogged Georgia on the final rotation to advance to the finals of the NCAA Championships on Saturday. Coach Jay Clark…

Cut 20 (11) “…at the end.”

A bill heading to the Senate floor would set up a process for the Louisiana legislature to use the courts to remove a public official from office for malfeasance or gross misconduct. West Monroe Senator Jay Morris, who filed the bill, says there are mayors who have been involved in serious scandals, and nothing is done for a long time.

Cut 9 (09)  “…for good governance.”

Some Democrats expressed concern. New Orleans Senator Gary Carter says with Republicans holding a super majority in the House and the Senate, the G-O-P could use this method to get rid of Democratic officials it doesn’t like.

Cut 10 (09) “…the Senate side.”

The bill would require two-thirds of the House or Senate to agree to file one of the lawsuits.

Louisiana College-bound high school seniors will begin receiving emails to help them choose their in-state college. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy faces two tough opponents as he seeks a third term. Cassidy lost support from many Republicans when he voted to convict then-former President Trump during his second impeachment trial in 2021. Political strategist Mary-Patricia Wray says despite Cassidy’s high negatives, there is good chance he makes the run-off.

Cut 5 (12) “…vote for him (2x).”

Julia Letlow and John Fleming are Cassidy’s two closest challengers.