The National Basketball Association is introducing a new in season tournament this year accompanied by group play to determine the tournament seeding, and the New Orleans Pelicans got their schedule. The Pelicans are playing in a round robin style tournament starting with a trip to Houston on Nov. 10, then playing Dallas and Denver at home on the Nov. 14^th and 17^th, and then travelling to Los Angeles to play the Clippers on Nov. 24^th. If the Pelicans can are able to earn the best record among the 5 team group, then they will advance to the knockout round as one of the eight teams competing for a cash prize that grows by advancing.

At LSU football’s media day on Tuesday, backup quarterback Garrett Nussmeier spoke to the media about if his offseason included serious consideration of the transfer portal. Nussmeier says that he is going to stick with his hometown team even as the backup, but if his name is called, he says he will be ready.

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Transfer defensive back from Syracuse, Duce Chestnut, also spoke to the media yesterday for the first time since joining the Tigers. He says that he has always wanted to be in Baton Rouge despite playing with the Orange last year, and he says he loves the competition in the Southeastern conference.

Cut 20 (12) “…to be drafted.”

Head coach Brian Kelly is expected to speak to the media on Wednesday, and TigerRag.com and the Tiger Rag audibles podcast will have more information on what he says, but before Nussmeier left on Tuesday, he says that the entire staff and players have gotten comfortable in Kelly’s second year.

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No. 5 LSU will take on No. 8 Florida State on Sunday Sept. 3 in Orlando for their week one matchup, and the game is the only matchup of Labor Day weekend.

Everyone is excited about how great it feels outside today where lows this morning in northern parishes were in the 60s — and southern parishes stood in the upper 70s. Highs today will be in the low to mid-90s which Keim says is typical for this time of year…:
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But he says the extreme heat will be back by Friday and into the weekend. The state of emergency is still in effect and so is the burn ban.

The State Treasurer’s Office is making it easier for residents to check for unclaimed money through a new easy-to-use search on the LA Wallet app. Director of Unclaimed Property Kathleen Lobell says one in six individuals in Louisiana has unclaimed property…:
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A recent survey of one thousand adults in Louisiana gives an in-depth look at the prevalence of violence in the Bayou State. Brooke Thorington has more…:
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Louisiana founded Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is sending help to Hawaii after deadly wildfires raced through the island of Maui claiming the lives of over 100 people. The chain said all day tomorrow, 15% of proceeds all proceeds from Cane’s 750+ locations will be donated to a homeless shelter there.

The state is enjoying cooler temperatures this morning but unfortunately the extreme heat will be back before long. State Climatologist Barry Keim says highs today will be in the low to mid-90s
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Despite these two days of lower humidity and dewpoints, Louisiana remains under a State of Emergency due to the extreme heat until September 9th, unless terminated beforehand. That’s why Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis is asking utility companies not to shut off anyone’s services for non-payment right now…:
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The statewide burn ban remains in effect.

The LA Wallet app, the state’s digital ID platform, now has a search feature to help Louisiana residents find unclaimed funds in their name. Teiko Foxx has more…:
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As we approach the peak of the tropical season, forecasters are watching 3 disturbances out there. The first is an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico that has a small chance for slow development over the next week, but currently does not pose a threat to Louisiana. There are also two zones way out in the tropical Atlantic with medium chances for development over the next 7 days.

If you haven’t walked outside yet you’re in for a treat…:
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The Baton Rouge businessman accused in a 2015 murder-for-hire plot against his ex-wife has been found guilty of first-degree murder. The jury reached the verdict for Hamid Ghassemi after a trial that lasted several days in Baton Rouge. He hired 3 people to kill his ex-wife, Tahera Ghassemi, and get rid of her body. Prosecutors said he did this over a $1.1 million dollar divorce settlement. A sentencing date for the man is set for Tuesday, September 19th.

The state treasury department is partnering with LA Wallet to help reconnect Louisianans with their unclaimed property. The app now features a search function enabling users to effortlessly check for unclaimed assets in their name. Director of Unclaimed Property Kathleen Lobell…:
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It is reported that one in six Louisiana residents have unclaimed property.

Findings in a first-of-its-kind survey on violence in the state show some alarming results that will be presented before the Louisiana Women’s Policy and Research Commission meeting today in Baton Rouge. The study out of Tulane was spearheaded by Anita Raj who says they found one in 14 Louisiana adults have experienced physical violence in the past year. She hopes policymakers will start talking about this:
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It is delightful outside this morning compared to temperatures the state has been dealing with this summer. That’s because a cold front has settled over and humidity is way down…:
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That’s State Climatologist Barry Keim who says enjoy it while it lasts because high humidity and triple digit temperatures will return Friday into this weekend.

It just got a lot easier to search for any unclaimed property in your name thanks to a new feature on the LA Wallet app. Director of Unclaimed Property Kathleen Lobell says there is a lot of cash just sitting out there…:
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To see if some of that is yours you can now do a search through the LA Wallet app.

A new survey by Tulane University gives more insight into the prevalence of violence in Louisiana. Newcomb Institute Executive Director Anita Raj led the survey and says of the 1,000 adults who took part, more than half have been physically or sexually assaulted:
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Findings from the study will be shared at the Louisiana Women’s Policy and Research Commission meeting today in Baton Rouge.

And even though there is slight break in the oppressive conditions today, Louisiana is still in a state of emergency due to extreme heat. That’s why Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis is asking utility companies not to disconnect anyone’s power right now:
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He’s making the request at today’s PSC meeting.

The Saints are working out former Chiefs running back Darrel Williams today after yesterday’s preseason win against Kansas City 26-24. Williams spent his first four seasons with the Chiefs before playing with the Cardinals last year.

He could be competing for significant playing time with Alvin Kamara being suspended for the first three games of the season and rookie running back Kendre Miller leaving yesterday’s game due to a knee injury. Undrafted rookie Ellis Merriweather filled in for Miller and coach Dennis Allen thinks he had a great game when his name was called.

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The Saints were able to score on their first three possessions and jump out to a 17-0 lead yesterday, but Allen says the level of play after that was not what it could be.

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Saints fans got to see their new quarterback on Sunday with Derek Carr taking snaps for the first drive. He went 6 for 8 for 70 yards and a touchdown against the Chiefs first team defense. He only took 12 snaps, but Carr says he feels great with his new team.

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LSU football’s defensive coordinator Matt House spoke on Saturday and more players will available to the media after today’ practice. The AP poll was also released at 11 this morning and LSU comes in ranked at No. 5. Georgia comes in at the top spot after back to back national championships. Alabama is ranked at No. 4, Tennessee at No. 12, Ole Miss at No. 22 and Texas a&M is at No. 23.

LSU’s week one opponent is ranked at No. 8 and the game will be the highest ranked matchup in week 1 out of all games in the country. The game is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 3 in Orlando, and for more information on LSU football go to TigerRag.com.

With the field set for the October 14th primary and with turnover expected from about a third of the legislature, LaPolitics.com publisher Jeremy Alford says Republicans are poised to dominate both chambers of the legislature…:
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Mike Strain will remain AG Commissioner and enters his fifth term without opposition…:
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New Orleans’ new quarterback Derek Carr’s offense dominated in the Saints first pre-season game of the season, coming away with a 26-24 victory over Kansas City. Carr threw a touchdown pass on his opening series completing six of eight passes for 70 yards during his only drive. He says it feels great with his new team…:
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The Saints travel to face the Chargers next this Sunday night in pre-season game number 2.

Louisiana Christian University in Pineville is holding an active shooter training for faculty and staff this week ahead of the fall semester. Chief of Campus Security, John Dauzat (Doe-zaunt) says they are also using the RAVE Guardian app which is required for everyone. He says it’s an alert system to notify of any potential threats…”
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The training is held as part of the faculty’s fall workshop.

Just over half of the candidates for the Louisiana legislature will have to campaign for office. Brooke Thorington has more…:
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Ag Commissioner Mike Strain is running unopposed, and he credits that to the work of his team, and the focus moving forward will continue to be on growing more products and eliminating the challenge of food production…:
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The offense shined in the Saints pre-season opener as New Orleans prevailed over Kansas City 26-24. The star of the day was wide receiver A.T. Perry who led the Saints with 70 yards on 6 catches. Coach Dennis Allen was impressed by the rookie…:
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The Saints travel to face the Chargers on Sunday at 6pm.

Health experts are offering some tips to get kids back into a routine now that they’ve returned to school. Children’s Hospital New Orleans Pediatrician Dr. Anthony Hudson suggests going with protein for breakfast…:
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He also recommends a bedtime of 9pm.

The field is set for the October 14th elections and though over half of those who qualified this round are running unopposed, there are several competitive legislative races out there. La-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says a 1/3 turnover is expected in the House and Senate side next term which is unprecedented. He said some lawmakers quit mid-term, while others decided to seek other offices…:
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We’ve been reporting several fires over the past few days and the State Fire Marshal’s Office is posting reminders about the state-wide burn ban that’s been in effect since August 7th. Authorities say a blaze in East Feliciana Parish burned around 75 acres on Sunday and they are still trying to determine what sparked that one.

Lather, Rinse, Repeat. The entire state is once again looking at dangerously high temperatures today as yet another excessive heat warning is in place.

Louisiana Christian University in Pineville is holding an active shooter training for faculty and staff this week ahead of the fall semester. Chief of Campus Security, John Dauzat (Doe-zaunt)…:
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Kids are back in school, so now it’s time to get back into your routine. Teiko Foxx got some tips from a health expert…:
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