Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, who resigned this morning, testified in front of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee yesterday telling members she was the right person to lead the agency despite the assassination attempt. Louisiana U-S Senator Bill Cassidy is glad Cheatle changed her mind and decided to step down…

Cut 13 (12) “…resignation.” 

House Speaker Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced a bipartisan House Task Force consisting of seven Republicans and six Democrats to investigate the assassination attempt and get answers to the American public.

Cut 4 (11) “…ever happening again.”

A Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana survey indicates that one in five Louisianans receive food stamps also known as SNAP. Of those recipients about 45 percent are children Invest in Louisiana executive director Jan Moller says it shouldn’t be a surprise but should be alarming.

Cut 6 (12) “…month to month.”
The average SNAP benefit amount per household, which is based on household size and monthly income, is $373 a month since July 2023.

Jimmy Genovese (Gen-o-vez) was introduced today as the 21st president of Northwestern State. Genovese was the lone finalist for the job to replace Doctor Marcus Jones. Genovese left the Supreme Court as a judge to lead his alma mater and he’s amazed at the support he’s received

Cut 9 (08) “…sleeping at night.”

Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has resigned after Speaker Mike Johnson continually called for her to step down after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. As a result, he’s announced a bipartisan House Task Force that will be empowered with all investigative authority of the House including subpoena authority.

Cut 5 (07)  “…as an agency.”

Closer to home Jimmy Genovese (Gen-o-vez) was introduced today as the 21st president of Northwestern State. Genovese was the lone finalist for the job to replace Doctor Marcus Jones. Genovese left the Supreme Court as a judge to lead his alma mater and he’s amazed at the support he’s received

Cut 9 (08) “…sleeping at night.”

A Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana survey indicates nearly one in five Louisianans receive food stamps. Invest in Louisiana executive director Jan Moller says almost half of Louisiana households struggle to make ends meet, SNAP, which stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is not meant to be a catchall, it’s to provide supplemental aid for food insecurity.

Cut 7 (11) “…sell food.”

New Orleans Representative Aimee Freeman who’s been diagnosed breast cancer says she found the lump when she did a self-exam. She urges woman to perform monthly self-exams in addition to annual mammograms. She says when you notice a change, talk to your doctor to rule anything out.

Cut 12 (09) “…medical team.”

Former nursing home owner Bob Dean has pleaded no contest to 15 felony counts for the disastrous mismanagement of his facilities during Hurricane Ida.   Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

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New Orleans Representative Aimee Freeman who was diagnosed with breast cancer last month, says it was a self-exam that detected malignancy. Brooke Thorington has more.

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

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Public Service Commissioner, Foster Campbell isn’t immediately ready to hand the Democratic Presidential nomination to President Biden’s choice, Vice President Kamala Harris. Colleen Crain has the story.

Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Colleen Crain.” 

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Two adults and two children were killed in a two-car crash Monday morning on U-S 61 near I-310 in St. Charles Parish. 33-year-old Mathieu Christophe of Laplace was struck head-on by 38-year-old Benjamin Alexis of Chalmette driving in the wrong direction. Trooper Jacob Pucheu (pee-shoo)…

Cut 4 (10) “…head -on.”

Christophe, Alexis, and his two sons, 8-year-old Benjamin Alexis III and 5-year-old Charles Alexis both from Chalmette were killed in the crash. One child is in critical condition.  Christophe and Alexis were pronounced dead at the scene.

Cut 5 (05) “…dead at the hospital.”

Pucheu says the children in the car were wearing seatbelts but were not properly restrained in a child car seat or booster seat.

Cut 6 (11) “…by the manufacturers.”

Every Louisiana State Police Troop is a nationally recognized Child Seat Fitting Station. Contact your local office if you have any questions or would like to ensure your seat is installed correctly.

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70-year-old Bob Dean, a former nursing home owner, pleaded no contest on Monday to 15 criminal counts for the disastrous evacuation of residents from his facilities during Hurricane Ida in 2021. Dean has avoided jail time as a Tangipahoa Parish judge sentenced him to three years’ probation. Legal Analyst Franz Borghardt…

Cut 7 (10) “…expect to see.”

As Hurricane Ida was racing towards southeast Louisiana Dean decided to send more than 800 residents from seven of his nursing homes to a warehouse not equipped to house that many people. Multiple people died, and coroners deemed five of the deaths were storm-related.

Attorney General Liz Murrell expressed disappointment Dean did not get at least five years in jail. Borghardt says Judge Brian Abels’ reasoning could be because these were gross negligent crimes and didn’t show criminal intent…

Cut 8 (11) “…criminal in nature.”

Borghardt says Dean’s age could also be a factor in the sentence…

Cut 9 (03)  “…very low.”

Dean has also been ordered to pay 358-thousand dollars in restitution to the Louisiana Department of Health and one million dollars in civil fines to the Department of Justice.

Dean pleaded guilty to eight felony counts of Cruelty to the infirmed, five counts of Medicaid fraud, and two counts of Obstruction of Justice

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New Orleans Representative Aimee Freeman, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last month, says fortunately it was caught early and she’s undergoing treatment. Even though she has annual mammograms, Freeman says she found a lump just after the session ended and quickly contacted her primary care physician and gynecologist.

Cut 10 (11) “…your doctors.”

She says a biopsy confirmed the diagnosis and has already undergone her first round of chemotherapy.  Freeman says the treatment regime for the type of breast cancer she has is chemo, surgery, and then radiation.

Cut 11 (12) “…own journey.”

While she expects to be in treatment for 10 months to a year, Freeman said she will continue to work as much as possible and represent her district. When she’s unable to attend neighborhood and committee meetings her legislative assistant will keep her updated.

Freeman encourages women to have routine mammograms and do monthly self-exams. Because it was detected early, she’s optimistic about her treatment plan. She says it’s important to be an advocate for your care and when you find a lump or notice a change in your breast you talk to your doctor to rule anything out.

Cut 12 (09) “…medical team.”

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While many Louisiana Democrats have thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Presidential nominee, Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell isn’t immediately convinced she’s the best candidate.

Cut 13 (12)  “…to win.”

President Joe Biden endorsed Harris when he decided to remove himself from the race, but Campbell says, like former President Obama and former Speaker Pelosi, he believes candidates should compete for the nomination…

Cut 14 (09)  “…for president”

Campbell says there are several good candidates he would like to see compete for the Democratic nomination including the Governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, and …

Cut 15 (10)  “…good candidate.”

Campbell says, if Harris gets the nomination, he will support her.

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Saints players report for training camp in Irvine, California today, but it’s unsure whether star running back Alvin Kamara will be present after the 28-year-old left the last day of mandatory minicamp amid a contract dispute. The Advocate’s Luke Johnson says it wouldn’t make sense for Kamara not to play this season, but he may not be on the practice field when camp kicks off Wednesday…

Cut 16 (20) “…is imminent.” 

A key position battle throughout camp will be on the offensive line which expects to see three new starters with former All-Pro right tackle Ryan Ramczyk expected to miss the season. First-round pick Taliese Fuaga should have the left tackle spot secured, and Johnson says the team likes last year’s fourth-round pick Nick Saldiveri at left guard. Most of the pressure will fall on 2022 first-rounder Trevor Penning who lost the starting left tackle spot last offseason…

Cut 17 (17) “…in New Orleans.”

The Saints defense under Dennis Allen has rarely been a concern, but with aging stars and holes in the defensive front, Johnson has his doubts. Allen’s group performed to standard last season thanks to their ability to turn the ball over and get stops on third down- two stats without much year-to-year consistency. Johnson’s learned to trust Allen but he’s yet to be convinced…

Cut 18 (20)  “…is better.”

The Saints kick off the preseason on August 10 against the Cardinals

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Nicholls was picked to repeat as Southland Conference champs in the preseason media poll. The Colonels went a perfect 7-and-0 in conference play last season and just edged out Incarnate Word in this year’s poll. Head Coach Tim Rebowe says his team is ready to live up to their lofty expectations…

Cut 19 (12) “…respond to that”

Southeastern was picked third in the nine-team conference following a disappointing 3-and-8 season last year. The Lions were Southland co-champions in 2022 and field an experienced team this season. Lions coach Frank Scelfo says player loyalty is an important part of the Southeastern program…

Cut 20 (14) “…culture standpoint.”

McNeese was picked to finish 6^th in the conference and Northwestern State finished last in the poll.

A traffic accident in St. Charles Parish killed four people, two children, two adults, and a child is in critical condition. It happened around 6 this morning. Troopers say the initial investigation revealed 33-year-old Mathieu Christophe of Laplace was driving south on US 61 near the I-310 overpass and 38-year-old Benjamin Alexis II of Chalmette was driving north in the southbound lane and the vehicles struck head-on. Both drivers were pronounced dead on the scene. Alexis’ two sons, ages 8 and 5 were also killed.

Two 18-year-olds were killed in a head-on crash in Lafourche Parish involving an underage immigrant driver, who authorities say was impaired. State Police Trooper Ross Brennan says 18-year-old Axel Flores-Cordova of Honduras slammed head-on into a vehicle on Highway 3090 near the Fourchon area

Cut 3 (06) “…from it.”

President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the President’s race doesn’t change Republican Governor Jeff Landry’s mind on who will be the next president. Landry remains confident it will be GOP nominee Donald Trump. Landry told the Moon Griffon Show it doesn’t matter who the Democrats nominate…

Cut 10 (12) “…open border”

Louisiana’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Presidential nominee. Delegate and PSC Commissioner Davante Lewis says the Trump campaign message against Biden’s age and ability to carry out the job no longer works to the GOP’s advantage with Biden out of the race.

Cut 9 (10) “…trying to do.”

The Convention will be held in Chicago next month.

Two 18-year-olds were killed in a head-on crash in Lafourche Parish involving an underage immigrant driver, who authorities say was impaired. State Police Trooper Ross Brennan says 18-year-old Axel Flores-Cordova of Honduras slammed head-on into a vehicle near the Fourchon area and faces multiple charges…

cut 4 (10) “…driver’s license”
The crash happened shortly after 1 AM and claimed the lives of 18-year-old Rylan Oncale of Raceland and 18-year-old Taliyah Crochet of Houma.

A motorcycle accident in Livingston Parish this afternoon claimed the life of an Independence man. State Police say 64-year-old Tommy Moseley’s cycle ran off the road, hit a culvert, and went into a ditch on LA 441 near Herman Hutchinson Road in Holden. Troopers say he was not wearing a helmet when the crash happened.

Louisiana’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Presidential nominee. State Democratic Party chairman Randal Gaines says a vote was taken virtually on Sunday night. New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry says President Biden and his family have sacrificed so much in the last few years and she’s glad he was the one to choose to step down as the party’s nominee.

Cut 6 (08) “…our country.”

Southland Industrial Coating is investing $13-million dollars to construct a new fireproofing facility in St Landry Parish. Chief Strategy Officer Randy Ross says the project is expected to break ground in the coming weeks adding to the continued expansion of Southland to the Louisiana economy…

Cut  13 (07) “…our third facility.” 

An LSU defensive back is facing video voyeurism charges. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) …I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Louisiana nursing homeowner Bob Dean will avoid jail time, after pleading no contest to eight counts of cruelty to the infirm, five counts of Medicaid fraud, and two counts of obstruction of justice. Dean was charged after sending 843 nursing home patients to a warehouse in Tangipahoa Parish during Hurricane Ida. He was sentenced to three years’ probation and his 20-year-prison sentence was deferred.

President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the President’s race doesn’t change Republican Governor Jeff Landry’s mind on who will be the next president. Landry remains confident it will be GOP nominee Donald Trump. Landry told the Moon Griffon Show it doesn’t matter who the Democrats nominate…

Cut 10 (12) “…open border”

Louisiana’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Presidential nominee. Delegate and PSC Commissioner Davante Lewis says the Trump campaign message against Biden’s age and ability to carry out the job no longer works to the GOP’s advantage with Biden out of the race.

Cut 9 (10) “…trying to do.”

The Convention will be held in Chicago next month.

In private remarks, Former President Barack Obama and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi said President Joe Biden should consider dropping out of the presidential race. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Mel Bridges.”

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Three tragic accidental shootings of children in Louisiana this week, serve as a reminder to practice gun safety.

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Jimmy Genovese (Gen-o-vez) was unanimously chosen to be Northwestern State University’s next president. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

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Former President Barack Obama and Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi join several Democratic lawmakers who have publicly or privately said Joe Biden should drop out of the presidential race due to concerns about his mental capabilities. ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross…

Cut 4 (08) “…he’ll decide.”

Cross says Democrats could consider pressuring Biden to drop out soon to distract from the popularity boost former President Donald Trump will get after the Republican National Convention wraps up.

Cut 5 (10) “…Republican National Convention.”

A recent AP-NORC poll found that almost two-thirds of Democrats think Biden should drop out of the race. Several prominent Democratic lawmakers have also called on Biden to exit. Cross says it will be hard for Biden to recover in time for the Democratic National Convention in August.

Cut 6 (11) “…so to speak.”

Though Biden has said publicly he has no intention of dropping out of the race, reports from Biden campaign staffers indicate he’s considering entertaining the idea.

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Three children killed in accidental shootings in Louisiana this week should serve as a reminder to be extra vigilant about gun safety. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker says we have a gun culture in the U.S. and especially here in Louisiana.

Cut 7 (08) “…to chance.”

Sticker reminds gun owners to secure their firearms in a location that is not easily accessible and toconsider storing firearms in a lock box or gun safe. He also advises using trigger locks on all weapons.

Cut 8 (08) “…(x2) they will find it.”

In addition to those tips, Sticker says to store guns unloaded and ammunition in a separate location.

Cut 9 (07)  “…with it.”

In Lafayette Thursday, a four-year-old child was accidentally fatally shot by his 10-year-old brother. In Hammond, a three-year-old boy died after getting his hands on a gun and shooting himself in the face Wednesday. In St. Tammany Parish, Tuesday a 15-year-old girl was killed by a relative who was handling a firearm in another room.

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New hope for treating some of the most malignant cancers has been discovered by LSU Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences, Dr. Chen Chen. The treatment uses proteins SSL 11 and PE24 produced by two common bacteria, Staphylococcus (staff ul cock us) and Pseudomonas (sood o moan us). Chen says these fused protein fragments work in two stages…

Cut 10 (08) “…the cancer.”

Chen says when it binds to the cancer marker, SSL 11 also keeps the cancer from spreading which inspired her to explore its use as a delivery mechanism for PE24 which works by…

Cut 11 (11) “…die off.”

LSU and Chen recently received funding from the National Institutes of Health to take the successes with the method in treating lung, breast, colon, and cervical cancer cells in the lab to the next phase.

Cut 12 (11) “…lot of cancers.”

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Jimmy Genovese (Gen-o-vez) was unanimously chosen by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors to serve as Northwestern State University’s next president. Genovese says before he was approached about the job six weeks ago, he never saw himself as president.

Cut 13 (11)  “… paid back for me.”

Genovese currently serves as an Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court, though he’ll hit the position’s age limit when his term is up in two years. He says he took the job not only to make Northwestern better, but to keep busy after retiring from the Court.

Cut 14 (09)  “…what am I gonna do?”

Genovese, who is a distinguished member of Northwestern’s “Long Purple Line” Alumni Hall of Distinction, says his first priority is reversing Northwestern’s declining enrollment rate. He also says any rumors that Governor Jeff Landry pressured him to vacate his Supreme Court position are false.

Cut 15 (08)  “…I support you.”

Genovese will assume the position next month.

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The Fighting Tigers who are on their way to building one of the top recruiting classes in school history received a verbal pledge from the nation’s number one cornerback, six-foot-four 180-pound, DJ Pickett from the Tampa, Florida area. On3-DOT-COM Recruiting Analyst Shea Dixon…

Cut 16 (16) “…overall prospect.” 

Pickett chose LSU over Oregon and Miami. The Ducks and the Hurricanes have well-funded NIL machines, but they don’t have LSU secondary coach Corey Raymond.

Cut 17 (10) “…good as it gets.”

Pickett could change his mind before the December signing period, but for now, Pickett joins a 2025 recruiting class that’s looking like the best in school history according to Dixon.

Cut 18 (13)  “…in the country.”

The Tigers have 17 verbal pledges. While Alabama and Ohio State, who are ranked one and two respectively, each have 23 commitments.

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Cut 19 (13) “…every month, right?”

Cut 20 (07) “…physical.”

The Louisiana Department of Health has launched the State Health Improvement Plan, or SHIP, to ensure they’re meeting the health goals of the state. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Mel Bridges.”

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The Republican National Convention will culminate this evening with their Presidential nominee Donald Trump’s speech. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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An alligator attacked a 9-year-old boy when he and his family were swimming in Lake Pontchartrain on Sunday. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Sean Richardson.” 

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The Louisiana Department of Health has launched the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP), which surveyed six thousand Louisianans to determine four priority areas for improving health. Robert Hines with LDH says SHIP is a roadmap that will lead to action in the future.

Cut 4 (11) “…handle on.”

The four priority areas of SHIP are behavioral health, community safety, maternal and child health, and chronic disease. Hines says these areas were identified due to community input, and he wants SHIP to serve as a reminder to community members that…

Cut 5 (08) “…like to see.”

Hines says the only way SHIP can keep serving the community is through community input, and encourages residents to get involved with SHIP by joining a work group for a priority area via the website.

Cut 6 (10) “…year after year.”

You can track how well SHIP goals are being met at LouisianaSHIP.com.

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Presidential candidate Donald Trump will address delegates at the Republican National Convention this evening, just days after an assassination attempt on his life. When asked what we can expect from Trump’s speech, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said…

Cut 7 (10) “…forward to that.”

Johnson addressed delegates Tuesday evening at the convention where the evening’s theme was Make America Safe Again. After Saturday’s tragic events in Pennsylvania that also claimed the life of one attendee, and seriously injured two others, Johnson says this convention is emotional.

Cut 8 (08) “…we’re about.”

The Benton, Louisiana native says he told Trump that he could become the most consequential president in the nation’s history because Republicans will have to fix every metric of public policy.

Cut 9 (11)  “…man on the earth.”

Trump’s speech will be the culmination of the four-day convention in Milwaukee.

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A 9-year-old boy was attacked by an alligator while swimming in Lake Pontchartrain on Sunday. The boy was with his family near the mouth of Bayou St. John around dusk when the alligator bit him on the leg. His father quickly intervened, managing to free the boy from the alligator’s grip. LSU Ag Center Alligator Specialist Mark Shirley…

Cut 10 (06) “…find an alligator.”

Emergency services were called immediately, and the boy was airlifted to a nearby hospital, where he underwent surgery. Authorities have since closed the area for swimming and are working with LDWF to locate and capture the alligator. This incident has raised concerns about safety in areas where humans and wildlife habitats overlap.

Cut 11 (11) “…in Louisiana.”

Shirley reminds the public to exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings while swimming in natural bodies of water, especially during peak alligator activity periods.

Cut 12 (11) “…late in the evening.”

The boy’s condition is stable and doctors expect him to make a full recovery.

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Former congressman and Baton Rouge Senator Cleo Fields wants to return to DC and this time, represent the newly drawn 6^th Congressional District. The district was modified to favor a minority candidate. Fields says he believes in the Voting Rights Act and that the state should have a second majority-minority district because a third of Louisiana’s population is Black.

Cut 13 (10)  “… included.”

Former Opelousas lawmaker, Republican Elbert Guillory says he’s running because he believes the government has stopped protecting Americans, specifically those in the 6^th district which stretches from Caddo to East Baton Rouge Parish.

Guillory says the education system is a disaster and crime is negatively impacting everyone in the state.

Cut 14 (06)  “…law enforcement.”

Also running is newcomer Quentin Anthony Anderson who’s registered as a Democrat.

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Because Congressman Clay Higgins is attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez filed on his behalf. Higgins is seeking a fifth term in DC. Miguez says Higgins is a great asset to southwest Louisiana.

Cut 15 (12)  “…energy producers.”

Miguez says Higgins has the support of former President Trump, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, and Governor Landry.  Miquez says Higgins wants to continue his work on behalf of residents in the state’s 3rd Congressional district.

Cut 16 (08) “…affordable again.” 

As of Wednesday evening, Higgins will be challenged by another Republican, and two Democrats on the November 5^th ballot.

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U-L Lafayette Athletics Director Dr. Bryan Maggard has signed a contract extension through June 2029. Maggard, who joined the Ragin’ Cajuns in 2017, says his challenge for the future is navigating NIL deals.

Cut 17 (19) “…do that.”

The extension comes a few weeks after Ragin’ Cajun softball legend Alyson Habetz was brought on as head coach. Maggard believes head coaches are the most important hires that athletic directors can make, and he’s more than pleased with the coaches he’s assembled.

Cut 18 (17)  “…competitive seasons.”

Maggard says he’s overseeing about $20 million in capital projects, including a new football stadium. That, combined with NIL and TV deals, means fundraising will be a crucial part of the Ragin’ Cajun’s future. Maggard encourages fans to support however they feel comfortable, whether that’s buying a ticket, donating to athletics or anything in-between.

Cut 19 (13) “…every month, right?” 

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Cut 20 (07) “…physical.”

A new state law makes it easier to appeal traffic citations from automated enforcement, like speeding cameras. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (32) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

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Two candidates with the most name recognition officially qualified for the newly drawn 6^th congressional district. Democrat Cleo Fields and Republican Elbert Guillory.

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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A new state law makes it easier to appeal traffic citations from speeding cameras. Monroe Senator Stewart Cathey said he wrote the law after complaints from his constituents, including a call from local sheriffs in north Louisiana…

Cut 3 (12) “…the things gone.”

The law allows drivers to appeal tickets from traffic cameras by proving there were outside issues involved, like if someone else was driving their car or if there were hazardous conditions. Additionally, Cathey says now if you get a ticket from a traffic camera….

Cut 4 (12) “…if you don’t pay.”

Those in favor of automated enforcement say traffic cameras keep the roads safer, but Cathey points out that police are still able to pull drivers over for speeding. Additionally, Cathey says, automated enforcement can’t stop human and drug trafficking.

Cut 5 (06)  “…45 days later.”

Cathey says anyone who needs help appealing a ticket can reach out to him on Facebook.

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Ohio Senator J.D. Vance is scheduled to speak at the Republican National Convention tonight after being picked as former President Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 presidential race. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson says Vance was a great V-P pick and has a lot of things going for him.

Cut 6 (08) “…in Congress.”

Vance is the first millennial to be on a major party ticket, which Johnson thinks will help the Trump campaign appeal to younger voters. Plus, Johnson says Vance should boost the campaign’s appeal in middle America because…

Cut 7 (10) “…this election cycle.”

Once a critic of Trump, Vance has since become a champion of the former president’s policies. Additionally, Vance’s rise from a poor family in Ohio to a veteran, lawyer, and Senator puts him in touch with working-class Americans, which Johnson sees as a help to the Trump campaign.

Cut 8 (09)  “…and they do.”

Vice President Kamala Harris says Vance will only be loyal to Trump and not the country by serving as a rubber stamp for Trump’s extreme agenda.

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At last night’s Republican National Convention, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise from Jefferson Parish spoke…

Cut 9 (11) “…once for all.”

Scalise also discussed what a Trump administration and a Republican-controlled House will mean for education. He says they want to give parents more options in helping their children get a quality education…

Cut 10 (13) “…and where.”

Tighter immigration laws and policies are a main push for Republicans. Scalise says keeping illegal immigrants out of the country is a main priority…

Cut 11 (14) ” ..(cheering).”

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Two candidates who qualified for the newly drawn 6^th congressional district today are no strangers to politics. Democrat Baton Rouge Senator Cleo Fields, who served two terms in Congress in the 90s, and Republican Elbert Guillory who represented Opelousas in the state legislature.

The 61-year-old Fields says even though the current congressional map with a second majority-minority district is being challenged it won’t distract him from doing his job.

Cut 12 (12) “…work better.”

80-year-old Guillory says the 6^th District congressional lines were severely gerrymandered and he believes the district will be modified but in the meantime, it deserves to be properly represented.

Cut  13 (10) “…we have.” 

Fields says there are parts of the district that haven’t used infrastructure funds to expand things like broadband. He says local governments don’t know how to access those dollars and he can help.

Cut  14 (11) “…to them.” 

Guillory says in two years a lot of damage could be done in Congress. He referenced a bill that would allow illegal immigrants to vote in federal elections.

Cut 15 (10) “…stop it.”

Congressman Garret Graves who currently represents the 6th district opted not to run for re-election because the district was redrawn at a disadvantage to him another term.

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Cut  16 (10)   “…Thursday.”

Tangipahoa Parish District Attorney Scott Perrilloux says they will seek the death penalty against Danial Callihan, the man charged in the death of a Loranger women and her four-year-old daughter. 36-year-old Callihan is accused of killing 35-year-old Callie Brunett, kidnapping her daughters, and taking them to Mississippi. It was in Mississippi where the younger daughter was believed to be suffocated.  He also faces charges in Mississippi along with his accomplice 32-year-old Victoria Cox.  Callihan is being held in Louisiana and is awaiting trial.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has named Ohio Senator J-D Vance as his running mate. He’s only 39 years old. But Republican Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming believes his youth will only help the Republican Party…

Cut 13 (12)  “…working people.”
Louisiana Republican U-S Senator John Kennedy is calling on Americans not to make assumptions about what led to the security failures that allowed Thomas Matthew Crooks to get a clean shot at Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Kennedy asks for patience as authorities attempt to gain answers…

Cut 11 (14) “…get the facts.”

The FBI is the lead agency investigating the assassination attempt.

A wind turbine and its components from Ireland, have arrived at Avondale Global Gateway in Jefferson Parish. The onshore turbine will be installed at the Port Fourchon Coastal Wetlands Park. Jeff Keever with Avondale says the turbine will do more than just provide renewable energy…

Cut 5 (10) “…Gulf of Mexico.”