Deputies in St. Martin Parish arrest a woman for stabbing an officer during an arrest. Sheriff’s Captain Ginny Higgins says some St. Martinville residents called them to report a suspicious woman, knocking on doors and asking to be given a gun. When a deputy stopped 26-year-old Ashley Burton to question her, she tried to flee on foot, struggled with the officer and then stabbed him. Higgins says, when Burton fled the vehicle and the deputy, she left something very important in the car…:

CUT 13(10)      “…took over after that.”

Burton is now charged with attempted murder of a police officer, drug possession and more.

Starting Monday, a new law takes effect stating police cannot use the smell of marijuana as probable cause for a warrantless search or arrest. New Iberia Rep. Marcus Bryant brought the bill and says medical marijuana patients shouldn’t have to worry about this happening to them…:

CUT 10(12)      “…uncomfortable.”

Again the new law takes effect August 1^st.

Another new law taking effect Monday makes theft of catalytic converters from vehicles a crime with big penalties. River Ridge Senator Kirk Talbot says punishment could be up to 20 years in prison with fines up to $50-thousand. He says some criminal steal dozens in one night, and sell them in bulk…:

CUT 07(10)      “…catalytic converters.”

The NSU Demons basketball team adds Florida prep hoops star Hansel Enmanuel to its 2022 recruiting class. His stats make him a standout, yes…but also amazing is he has only one arm. Demons coach Corey Gipson says that challenge makes Enmanuel even more determined…:

CUT 04(08)      “…that guy.”

A native of the Dominican Republic, Enmanuel averaged 26 points, 11 rebounds & seven assists per game in his senior season.

Northwestern State is thrilled about the signing of Hansel Enmanuel – the high school basketball star with one arm. Michelle Southern reports…

Cut 1 (28) “…I’m Michelle Southern”

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A new law that goes into effect Monday makes the theft of a catalytic converter a crime. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”  

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Northwestern State men’s basketball is excited about the addition of Hansel Enmanuel to its 2022 recruiting class. You may have seen him in a Gatorade commercial. The Florida prep star dominated the hard wood in high school with one arm. Demons Coach Corey Gipson says it doesn’t even dawn on him that Enmanuel has a disability

Cut 3 (11) “..University” 

Enmanuel is from the Dominican Republic and he had his left arm amputated at the age of 6 after a wall collapsed on it. Gipson says it’s clear that life challenges have made the three-star recruit even more determined…:

Cut 4  (08) “…that guy”

Enmanuel is 6’4″ and in his senior season he averaged 26 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 3 block a game. Gipson says the Enmanuel family showed the program the type of passion and love for the game that they look for at NSU. He says Enmanuel is a great player, with a great attitude

Cut 5  (08) “…is related.”

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A new law goes into effect Monday that makes stealing a catalytic converter a crime. River Ridge Senator Kirk Talbot says his legislation makes it easier to prosecute thieves who swipe a catalytic converter from a vehicle and the punishment is severe

Cut 6 (10) “…50-grand” 

Talbot says some criminals steal dozens of catalytic converters and sell them in bulk.

Cut 7 (10) “…catalytic converters.” 

Talbot says SUVs and pick-up trucks are the biggest victims of this crime.

Cut 8 (08) “…in seconds.”

The new law also requires catalytic converters have a registration number to track sales and transfers. If the value of the cataltyic converters stolen is greater than $25,000, jail time would be 10 to 20 years.

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A lot of new state laws go into effect Monday, August 1^st, and one of them will forbid police from using the smell of marijuana as probable cause to search one’s home. The bill was authored by New Iberia Representative Marcus Bryant, who says there are still warrantless searches and arrests being made, simply because an LEO smelled weed. He says the new law makes it clear for police…:

Cut 9 (07)  “…warrantless arrests.”

Bryant’s House Bill 629 won final passage and was signed into law by the governor. He says his bill codified federal statute into state law. Bryant says it is needed, now that a growing number of citizens are using legal medical marijuana. He says those patients shouldn’t have to worry about what happens if a police officer shows up at their door…:

Cut 10 (12) “…making them uncomfortable.” 

Bryant says legalizing smokable marijuana as medicine makes this new law necessary to protect individuals’ rights. He feels there will be more bills filed in the future to de-criminalize using marijuana…:

Cut 11 (14)  “…prescriptions for marijuana.”

Again, the new law takes effect August 1st.

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Deputies in St. Martin Parish arrest a woman for stabbing an officer during an arrest. SMPO Captain Ginny Higgins says some St. Martinville residents called them to report a suspicious woman, knocking on doors and asking to be given a gun. When a deputy stopped 26-year-old Ashley Burton to question her, she tried to flee on foot…:

Cut 12 (09) “…stabbed out deputy.”  

Higgins says, when Burton fled the vehicle and the deputy, she left something very important in the car…:

Cut 13 (10) “…took over after that..”

Burton, who is from Las Vegas, is now charged with attempted murder of a police officer, resisting arrest, simple escape, possession of narcotics and more. Higgins says the deputy Burton stabbed has been treated and released from medical care…:

Cut 14 (06)  “…extremely lucky.” 

The two children are under the care of the Department of Children and Family Services.

Deputies in St. Martin Parish arrest a woman for stabbing an officer during an arrest. SMPO Captain Ginny Higgins says some St. Martinville residents called them to report a suspicious woman, knocking on doors and asking to be given a gun. When a deputy stopped 26-year-old Ashley Burton to question her, she tried to flee on foot…:

CUT 12(09)      “…stabbed our deputy.”

Higgins says, when Burton fled the vehicle and the deputy, she left two small kids in the car. They’re with DCFS now and the deputy is expected to be just fine. Burton face numerous charges, including attempted murder of an LEO.

State Attorney General Jeff Landry filed an appeal today of Baton Rouge Judge Don Johnson’s ruling allowing abortion clinics to remain open. He’s also requesting speedy consideration to stop Louisiana’s three abortion clinics from performing procedures while the case is under appeal. A state law declared most abortions illegal with the overturning of Roe vs Wade, but legal challenges have been underway ever since.

A new law that goes into effect Monday makes the theft of a catalytic converter a crime. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 02(30)      “…Palermo.”

Another new law taking effect Monday prevents police from using the smell of marijuana as probable cause to search one’s home. New Iberia Representative Marcus Bryant says people are now using legal medical marijuana, and could be wrongly harassed or arrested. He says this will protect their rights.

A lot of new state laws go into effect Monday, August 1^st, and one of them will forbid police from using the smell of marijuana as probable cause to search one’s home. The bill was authored by New Iberia Representative Marcus Bryant, who says there are still warrantless searches and arrests being made, simply because an LEO smelled weed. He says the new law makes it clear for police…:

CUT 09  (07)        “…warrantless arrests”

Bryant says legalizing smokable marijuana as medicine makes this new law necessary to protect individuals’ rights.

Another law taking effect Monday imposes stiff penalties for stealing catalytic converters from vehicles. River Ridge Senator Kirk Talbot says his legislation makes the punishment severe…:

CUT 06(10)      “…50-grand”

Talbot says SUVs and pick-up trucks are the biggest victims of this crime. Maybe because they’re easier to climb under.

Northwestern State is thrilled about the signing of Hansel Enmanuel – the high school basketball star with one arm. Michelle Southern reports…:

CUT 01(28)      “…Southern.”

…and now today’s markets…

Thousands across the state are expected to buy tickets for tonight’s $1.1-billion Mega Million drawing. The Louisiana Lottery’ Dustin Annison says it’s the 3^rd-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, and a single winner could collect at least $642-million as a lump sum prize. He says when jackpots soar, so do ticket sales…which is a boon to the state…:

CUT 12  (08)        “…our state.”

Tickets sales cut off at 9 pm tonight.

A new law taking effect Monday allows military vets to carry a concealed weapon without a permit. Monroe Senator Jay Morris authored the bill, and says it’s a good thing to do for those who have served…:

CUT 07  (07)        “…and their property.”

He says veterans already have had weapons training and proficiency tests, which is large part of getting a concealed carry permit.

In two separate Louisiana cities, police find gunshot victims inside cars. In Covington, a man was found dead in a car near a playground. In Baton Rouge, police are investigating a woman found shot to death in a car near an Interstate 10 off-ramp. Both are considered homicides.

A feature film is in the works starring LSU’s beloved costumed mascot Mike the Tiger. It’s titled The Mascot and is loosely based on writer/director Matthew Perkins’ life, when he donned the Uga costume at the University of Georgia. He approached his alma mater about the film first, but their loss is now LSU’s gain…:

CUT 04(09)      “…Tiger movie.”

COVID. The state Department of Health reports nearly 3300 new cases; mostly the omicron BA.5 variant. They also report 721 people in the hospital with symptoms. Omicron is more contagious, but apparently less lethal than previous variants.

The U.S. has now seen two consecutive quarters of decline in the Gross Domestic Product, which is the frequent definition of what makes an economic recession. U.L. Lafayette economics professor Gary Wagner says he think we are already in one. Wagner says it’s been 70 years since there were two straight quarters of GDP shrinkage that did NOT create a recession. He says the only positive indicators are the still healthy labor and jobs pictures, which he says are distorted by the pandemic…:

CUT 08(10)      “…the economy is doing.”

He says if unemployment statistics included those who lost work during the pandemic…drew all their benefits since and have quit looking for work, they’d be considerably higher.

A jury in Shreveport returns a guilty verdict for 36-year-old Jeremy Walker for child rape. Walker abused two young children over a period of several years. He’ll return to court in early August for a mandatory sentencing to life in prison without parole.

Popular Louisiana rap artist JayDaYoungan was shot and killed Wednesday, while sitting on a porch with relatives in Bogalusa. The 24-year-old rapper’s real name is Javorius Scott. Bogalusa Police have made one arrest and say more suspects will be in custody soon.

A new political party known as the Forward Party emerges in the U.S. But will they be able to compete with the left or the right? Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 02(32)      “…Thorington.”

Popular Louisiana rapper JayDaYoungan was fatally shot in a double shooting late yesterday afternoon in Bogalusa. The artist, whose real name is Javorius Scott, died at the scene. A relative was shot and wounded. Bogalusa Police Chief Kendall Bullen says the murder of JayDaYoungan has sparked other violence in his town…:

CUT 05(08)      “…was related.”

JayDaYoungan has a big social media following and is known for his singles, “23 Island,” “Elimination” and “Opps.”

A jury in federal court in New Orleans returns a Not Guilty verdict for Orleans Parish D.A. Jason Williams. Williams was accused of filing false tax returns that helped him dodge hundreds of thousands in taxes over five years. His defense blamed Williams’ tax accountant for everything. Prosecutors said Williams HAD to have known what was going on.

One of the seven people challenging Congressman Clay Higgins for re-election discussed his reasons for running, while appearing on Jim Engster’s “Talk Louisiana” radio show. Lafayette city prosecutor Holden Hoggatt, a Republican, and six others are running to replace Higgins in D.C. He says that number of candidates is indicative of the dissatisfaction with the man once known as the “Cajun John Wayne” and his service to and for District 3…:

CUT 14(11)      “…some Louisiana folks.”

Hoggatt says he was disappointed at Higgins’ lack of leadership after the 2020 hurricanes.

Is there room for another so-called “third political party” on the national landscape? And would a new party fare any better than Libertarians? The Green Party? Or others? LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says they pose little threat to Democrats or the GOP, but those two will seek to dissuade voters from straying away…:

CUT 11(11)      “…from winning.”

NOT guilty. Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams has been found not guilty of federal tax fraud charges, after a jury deliberated for 16 hours to decide the case. Williams was accused of cheating on his taxes to the tune of $200-thousand over five years. His lawyers argued that was the doing of his tax accountant. Prosecutors say Williams HAD to have known what was going on.

Are we or aren’t we in a recession? We have seen two straight quarters of negative growth in the Gross Domestic Product, which usually signifies recession, yet the White House and the Federal Reserve say we are not. U.L.-Lafayette economics professor Gary Wagner says the only positive indicators are a still vital labor and jobs picture…:

CUT 07  (09)        “…nail in the coffin.”

Wagner thinks we are already in a recession and have been for some time.

One of the seven people challenging Congressman Clay Higgins for re-election discussed his reasons for running, while appearing on Jim Engster’s “Talk Louisiana” radio show. Lafayette city prosecutor Holden Hoggatt says Higgins’ recent press release, detailing all he did to help before and after Hurricanes Laura and Delta and the billions he helped deliver for recovery is (quote) “absolutely false”…:

CUT 13(10)      “…uhhh efforts.”

Hoggatt is a Republican, like Higgins. This is his first-ever run for public office.

A new political party has emerged in the US calling themselves the Forward Party. LSU Political Science professor Robert Hogan says third parties have a history of fizzling out, and Forward’s viability will depend on its platform…:

CUT 10(10)      “…in the middle.”

The Forward party’s slogan is “Not left. Not right. FORWARD.”

Bogalusa police say popular Louisiana rapper JayDaYoungan was fatally shot Wednesday, while sitting on a porch with friends. Bogalusa Police Chief Kendall Bullen says they are seeking the suspect who drove up and attacked…:

CUT 04(06)      “…fired the shots.”

A second person was shot and wounded. The 24-year-old rapper’s real name is Javorius Scott.

One of the seven people challenging Congressman Clay Higgins for re-election discussed his reasons for running, while appearing on Jim Engster’s TalkLouisiana radio show. Lafayette prosecutor Holden Hoggatt says he was disappointed at Higgins’ lack of leadership after the 2020 hurricanes…:

CUT 12(14)      “…the final straw.”

Hoggatt, a Republican, and six others are running to replace Higgins in D.C.

A new political party known as the Forward Party emerges in the U.S. But will they be able to compete with the left or the right?

CUT 02(32)      “…Thorington.”

Attorney General Jeff Landry’s office drops all charges against Aaron Bowman, who was beaten by state troopers on a north Louisiana roadside back in 2019. Bowman HAD been charged with improper lane usage and resisting arrest. Another man that year, Ronald Greene, died after a roadside encounter with troopers.