The Bayou State is expected to add over 14-thousand new jobs over the next year. That’s according to economist Dr. Loren Scott in his annual economic outlook report. Good news, sure…but Scott says that’s still 38-thousand jobs short of what pre-pandemic levels. He says we ARE expecting to go deeper into recession next year, but…:

CUT 13  (07)        “…through the recession.”

He says a lot of federal infrastructure law money will mean loads of construction jobs. He also expects to see further jobs growth on 2024.

The news that OPEC was reducing daily oil production has had the expected result on gas prices. The state wide average cost of regular today is $3.20; 7-cents higher than just yesterday, and a dime higher than a week ago. Fuel analysts say try to budget spending between $3 and $4 a gallon through the winter.

Now officially on the gubernatorial campaign trail for 2023, Attorney General Jeff Landry looks forward to getting out there to discuss solutions to the state’s troubles…:

CUT 03  (13)        “…those problems.”

His priorities? Crime, education and the economy.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says Louisiana is getting federal funds to help make up for its tourism losses during the pandemic. $300-thousand from the U.S. Department of Commerce will be added to $600-thousand in state funds to promote Louisiana abroad. Up next, a marketing trip to Australia…:

CUT 08(08)      “…to Louisiana.”

Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry becomes the first candidate to officially enter the 2023 governor’s race. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 02(34)      “…Palermo.”

Louisiana state parks are offering free overnight stays; buy three, get one night free. It applies to cabins, group camps and campsites and is good ‘til year’s end. To book yours go to “ReserveLaStateParks.com”; use promo code KICKOFF2022.

Lafayette Police are unraveling what led to a triple homicide, followed by the alleged killer committing suicide. LPD’s Cpl Matt Benoit says 36-year-old Andre Felix first shot a man in Lafayette, then killed a woman in Duson before returning to Lafayette and killing his wife, Kawanna Felix. He then took his own life at a relative’s home. Benoit says his motive is unknown…:

CUT 13(07)      “…this time.”

Gasoline prices are going back up, as OPEC continues to squeeze the West with reduced production and inflated oil prices. Louisiana AAA fuel analyst Don Redman says it’s even worse for truckers. Diesel is now at $4.50 statewide, and Russia-Ukraine war is why…:

CUT 08(10)      “…of diesel.”

He expects fuel prices will keep rising through year’s end.

Police in Lafayette are trying to determine what led to yesterday’s murder spree that ended with the suspected shooter killing himself. LPD Cpl. Matt Benoit says 36-year-old Andre Felix, of Lafayette, first killed a local man, stole a car and drove to Duson, killed a woman there, then drove back to Lafayette and killed his wife. He then shot himself. Benoit says the whole thing is tragic…:

CUT 14  (10)        “…led to this.”

He knew all the victims personally. The investigation is ongoing.

While talking of Acadiana, one of their own – Attorney General Jeff Landry – makes his desire to be our next governor official. In a campaign video released today, Landry says he’ll be hard on crime and strong on education, which he says is a contrast to the current administration…:

CUT 11  (07)        “…lack of priorities.”

As OPEC announces a cut in oil production, the price of gas keeps rising. The statewide average price of regular today is $3.14. That’s up 3-cents from a day ago and up 21-cents from a year ago. Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman expects a slow increase in fuel costs through year’s end…:

CUT 07  (12)        “…prices down”

Diesel fuel is now at an average price of $4.50 a gallon statewide.

How would you like a freebie on some Louisiana State Park overnight camping? Now through year’s end you can get four nights for the price of three. That includes cabins, group camps and campsites. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says state parks got busy during the pandemic and have remained that way…:

CUT 04  (07)        “…time out”

Use the promo code KICKOFF2023 when booking online at “ReserveLaStateParks.com”

We see those gasoline prices rising again. The statewide average price of regular gas is now at $3.14 a gallon. Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says that’s all about the tight supply of available fuel. He says OPEC announced today it is cutting production by 2-percent or more…:

CUT 06  (08)        “…going to be.”

State Attorney General Jeff Landry officially announced he is running for Governor in 2023. The Acadiana Republican released a 6-minute announcement video today, in which he talked of parental choice in their kids’ education and crime that grips our major cities…:

CUT 10  (10)        “…third world nations.”

Landry is expected to be one of several well-known candidates seeking to be the next Governor.

The Louisiana Office of State Parks is offering a special discount on overnight stays. Through the end of the year, campers can get four nights for the price of three…:

CUT 01(28)      “…Golsby”

Lawmen in New Orleans are trying to get a grip on shootings that occur ON Interstate 10. So far this year 25 people have been shot while in I-10 traffic; 7 have been killed, including the most recent victim…a 73-year-old man shot to death last Friday night. Police say road rage accounts for most. Personal disputes are behind the rest. No arrests have been made in 12 of the most recent incidents.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security has some tips on how to protect yourself from cybercrooks…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Thorington.”

Shreveport Police say a fatal shooting last night in front of a local Dominoes Pizza was the result of a fight over a woman. 32-year-old Antonio Washington Jr. was killed. Police says it may have been self-defense, but the suspect is still at large.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, under fire for spending tens of thousands of taxpayer money to travel first class, has relented and says she will reimburse the city nearly $30-thousand in flight upgrades, after initially refusing to do so. The New Orleans city attorney says city policy requires all city employees to seek the lowest fares available, OR reimburse the city for deluxe accommodations. Cantrell says she will abide by the decision…:

CUT 12(06)      “…city of New Orleans.”

Some argue her recent “sister city” trip to France will not benefit New Orleans in any substantial way. Cantrell is also under scrutiny for supporting a teen carjacker and for using a city-owned French Quarter apartment as her own.

We haven’t had substantial rain for nearly 23 days. Putting us in drought conditions. State Climatologist Barry Keim says that spells trouble for your lawn, if we don’t get rain soon…:

CUT 07(07)      “…certain insects.”

October is normally a dry month for our state.

Southwest Louisiana will get another infusion of hurricane recovery money. This time $46-million for Cameron Calcasieu and Vermillion parishes for elevating buildings above storm surge. Senator Bill Cassidy says it’s part of the federal Infrastructure Law…:

CUT 04(09)      “…to come.”

Cassidy says Louisiana has received 700-million dollars in funding for coastal, waterway and flood protection projects.

It’s Cybersecurity awareness Month and GOHSEP director Casey Tingle says we all have a role to play in defending Against cybercrime…:

CUT 08(12)      “…key systems.”

He says have virus protection, back up your system often and change your passwords on a regular basis.

State Climatologist Barry Keim says Louisiana is in dire straits due to a lack of rain, and farmers are feeling the impact…:

CUT 01(29)      “…Golsby.”

Country music fans across Louisiana and the world are mourning the death of country legend Loretta Lynn, who died today at her home in Tennessee. The Coal Miner’s Daughter made a splash in the early 1970’s and had dozens of hits as a solo artists and with duet partner Conway Twitty. Loretta Lynn…dead at 90.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security has some tips on how to protect yourself from cybercrooks…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Thorington.”

Shreveport Police say a fatal shooting last night in front of a local Dominoes Pizza was the result of a fight over a woman. 32-year-old Antonio Washington Jr. was killed. Police says it may have been self-defense, but the suspect is still at large.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, under fire for spending tens of thousands of taxpayer money to travel first class, has relented and says she will reimburse the city nearly $30-thousand in flight upgrades, after initially refusing to do so. The New Orleans city attorney says city policy requires all city employees to seek the lowest fares available, OR reimburse the city for deluxe accommodations. Cantrell says she will abide by the decision…:

CUT 12(06)      “…city of New Orleans.”

Some argue her recent “sister city” trip to France will not benefit New Orleans in any substantial way. Cantrell is also under scrutiny for supporting a teen carjacker and for using a city-owned French Quarter apartment as her own.

We haven’t had substantial rain for nearly 23 days. Putting us in drought conditions. State Climatologist Barry Keim says that spells trouble for your lawn, if we don’t get rain soon…:

CUT 07(07)      “…certain insects.”

October is normally a dry month for our state.

Good news for southwest Louisiana; U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announces $46-million in federal money is heading to Cameron, Calcasieu and Vermilion Parishes to elevate about 200 structures so they will not flood.  Cassidy says it’s great news…:

CUT 03(05)      “…are intact.”

The money comes from the infrastructure Law signed by President Biden earlier this year.

An employee with the LSU Foundation – a chief fundraising arm for the state’s flagship university – has been arrested for child pornography and other disturbing charges. Facilities coordinator Chase Kojis was fired after his arrest. In addition to the child porn charges, he faces impersonation and animal abuse charges. A statement from the university says he was terminated due to the “egregiously unacceptable” nature of the charges. Few details are available at this time.

State Climatologist Barry Keim says Louisiana is in dire straits due to a lack of rain, and farmers are feeling the impact…:

CUT 01(29)      “…Golsby.”

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, under fire for spending tens of thousands of taxpayer money to travel first class, has relented and says she will reimburse the city. She insists, as a city employee, she was doing city business…:

CUT 11(07)      “…business expenses>’

Over $30-thousand worth, according the city’s Accounting Office.

Louisiana school students now have the ability to report crime anonymously in the palm of their hand…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Thorington.”

FEMA will be awarding the City of Lake Charles an additional $4-million in federal grants to assist with needed repairs from Hurricane Laura in 2020. U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy says the funding was part of a larger $20.5 million hurricane relief package for Hurricane Ida relief.

Gary Chambers, who’s challenging Republican U.S. Senator John Kennedy’s re-election effort, says the Senator’s latest campaign ad has a racist message. In the 30-second ad, Kennedy discusses his support for tough-on-crime legislation and his opposition to defunding the police…:

CUT 03(06)      “…crackhead”

Chambers says that is directed at Blacks…:

CUT 04(10)      “…in Louisiana.”

Crowley state Representative John Stefanski says he will run for state attorney general next fall. Stefanski says, as AG he’ll target violent crime and cybercriminals and – like AG Jeff Landry – be a watchdog against federal encroachment…:

CUT 14(14)      “…we see overreach.”

Republican U.S. Senator John Kennedy’s latest re-election campaign ad discusses his tough-on-crime stance, but one of his challengers claims it delivers a racist message…:

CUT 01(32)      “…Palermo.”

Rapides Parish deputies make another arrest in false threats recently made against Rapides High last week. One juvenile has already been nabbed, but he appeared to be a secondary source of the messages. The student originally responsible has been taken into custody and charged with terrorizing and obstructing justice.

Crowley state Representative John Stefanski says he WILL run for state Attorney General a year from now. He made that official today. The 38-year-old Republican lawmaker is currently chairman of the House & Governmental Affairs Committee and is a lawyer. Stefanski says, if elected, he would work to make Louisiana safer and more secure…:

CUT 13(14)      “…has available.”

A.G. Jeff Landry is expected to run for Governor, leaving his seat wide open.

Louisiana football legend Terry Bradshaw has revealed he battled two forms of cancer over the past year. Bradshaw says he had bladder cancer and then a rare skin cancer. Bradshaw says that’s not all…:

CUT 08(05)      “…my left neck.”

Surgery to remove that was a success. The LA Tech star and NFL Hall of famner made the remarks on Fox NFL Sunday.