A DC think tank says the average Louisianan is in line for some big savings result of the federal tax reform passed last year. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Parents of a fourteen year old boy forced to live in a shed have been arrested.  The St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office made the arrest of Larry and Antoinette Lewis and are now being held on bonds of $7,500 and $25,000 respectively.  Detectives arrived at the home and spoke with the juvenile and found out he had not bathed or eaten in days.

Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests global warming is leading to an increased rate of suicides around the world.  Based on current warming projections, the study estimates by 2050 climate change may increase suicide rates 1.4 percent in the U.S. resulting in 14,000 more deaths.  Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore says further research must be done to understand the extent of the mental implications of climate change.

Cut 6 (09) “for the future”

The Trump Administration on Tuesday announced up to $12 billion in emergency relief for farmers hurt by the president’s trade war.  Ag commissioner Mike Strain says the hand up is much needed in the ag industry as the burden put on farmers by financial shortfalls can be overwhelming.

Cut 8 (08)  “…worth of work.”

The Saints begin training camp today with expectations of making a deep run in the playoffs. New Orleans won the NFC South last year and since that time they’ve drafted a potential pass rusher in Marcus Davenport and signed free agent wide receiver Cameron Meredith and veteran tight end Ben Watson to provide additional targets for Drew Brees. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says the Saints have a deep roster and one of the stories to follow in camp is who will be able to nail down punt return duties…
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The Saints first practice is tomorrow and wide receiver Brandon Coleman will not be on the field. The role player on the Black and Gold last season has an undisclosed injury that also forced him to miss all of the team’s offeseason conditioning work.

The Pelicans have signed free agents Garlon Green and Kenrich Williams. Both players will get a chance to earn a roster spot in training camp. The 27-year-old Garlon Green went undrafted out of TCU in 2013 and has played professionaly in Japan, Germany and Beligium. He played on the Pels Summer League Team and averaged nine points a game. Williams played on the Nuggets Summer League team and averaged five points and five rebounds a game. He also played at T-C-U, where he averaged 13 points and nine rebounds his senior season.

In college football…Tulane is picked to finish fifth in the West Division of the American Athletic Conference. Memphis is the preseason favorite in the West, while Central Florida is expected to repeat as champs in the East. The third season of the Willie Fritz era begins with a Thursday night matchup against Wake Forest.

The Astros scored six runs in the tenth inning last night and beat the Colorado Rockies eight to two. Alex Bregman hit his 21st home run in the first inning. Rough night for the Rangers as they blew a 10-2 lead and lost to Oakland 13-10.

The murder of a six month old child the rocked the Natchitoches community last week has more details emerging.  The child died from severe burns following a home invasion.  State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says they’ve now made an arrest and more arrests are expected.

Cut 3 (05) “…is still ongoing.”

The person arrested was identified as 25 year old Felicia Marie-Nicole Smith.

Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests global warming is leading to an increased rate of suicides around the world.  Researchers found that in the U.S., an increase of 1-degree Celsius in average monthly temperatures correlated to a 0.7-percent increase in the monthly suicide rate. Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore explains how temperature can alter our physiology.

Cut 5  (08)  “your emotions”

The Trump Administration on Tuesday announced up to $12 billion in emergency relief for farmers hurt by the president’s trade war.  Ag commissioner Mike Strain says the hand up is much needed in the ag industry, as the state sees more than $5.7 billlion in ag products exported to China.  Strain says the burden put on farmers by financial shortfalls can be overwhelming.

Cut 8 (08)  “…worth of work.”

The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana showed the 14^th fastest gross domestic product growth in the nation for the first quarter of 2018. The 2.3 percent growth rate is slightly higher than the expected 2.0 percent for the nation. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says its good news, that’s reflective of the state’s record low unemployment rate.

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Senator John Kennedy sat down for half an hour with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and says his early impressions are promising. Matt Doyle has the story.

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The New Orleans Police Department have arrested two of their own following an investigation in to the officers’ involvement into battery on a man in Mid City that left the victim hospitalized with severe injuries.  As a result of the arrest, termination proceedings have begun today.  Both officers graduated from the NOPD Training Academy in December and are still in a probationary period.  The investigation continues as to whether more serious charges are warranted.

The Trump Administration on Tuesday announced up to $12 billion in emergency relief for farmers hurt by the president’s trade war.  Ag commissioner Mike Strain says the hand up is much needed in the ag industry, as the state sees more than $5.7 billlion in ag products exported to China.

Cut 7 (02) “…stabilize our farmers.”

Strain says the burden put on farmers by financial shortfalls can be overwhelming and says he has faith in the work of President Trump and USDA Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue with this relief.

Cut 9 (06)  “…and some stability.”

US Senator John Kennedy weighed in on the situation, saying he wonders what will be done for manufacturers for automobiles and petrochemicals, saying you have got to treat everyone the same.

Louisiana had one of the top 15 highest GDP growths in the nation for the first quarter. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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An elderly Baton Rouge woman has died after she was found in what authorities call “deplorable” conditions. 77-year-old Barbara Lews-Brown’s two granddaughters, 36-year-old Chasity Lewis and 22-year-old Charlnessa Butler have been charged with manslaughter-cruelty to the Infirmed.

Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests a heat wave can bring about an increase in suicides. Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore weighs in on the research published in Nature Climate Change.
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The research suggests climate change can lead to a higher suicide rate in the future.

US Senator John Kennedy had a private meeting with President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Kennedy say sthe conversation stuck mostly to personal topics, so he can get to know the man.
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Kennedy says harder questions will come when Kavanaugh goes before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana’s Gross Domestic Product rose faster than 35 other states during the first quarter of 2018 at two-point-three percent. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says it’s a postive indictor the state’s economy is heading in the right direction, but the G-D-P doesn’t represent the full picture…
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The state’s unemployment rate in June was 4.7 percent a half-a-percent lower than the previous year.

The US Agriculture Department is seeking to provide 12-billion dollars in direct assistance for farmers who have been hurt in the trade war with China where both countries have slapped billions of dollars in tariffs on products traded between the two countries. Louisiana exports five-point-seven billion dollars in ag products in China and State Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain has faith this can provide some relief…
cut 9 (06) “…some stability”

Senator John Kennedy met one-on-one with Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh, as Kennedy sits on the committee that will make the first vote regarding Kavanaugh’s confirmation. Kennedy says he’s looking forward to asking the judge hard questions before he makes his final call on whether or not he’d support him. He says its crucial the Senate gets this right, because the appointment is for life…
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California researchers release a report that links warmer temperatures to an increase in suicides. The study estimates by 2050 climate change may increase suicide rates by 1.4 percent in the U.S. resulting in 14,000 more deaths. Clinical pscychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore says further research must be done to understand the extent of the mental implications of climate change.
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There’s good news on the economic front. The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana’s Gross Domestic Product grew at a rate of two-point-three percent, faster than 35 other states. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson credits recent expansions by Louisiana companies, like Tuesday’s announcement that Shintech Louisiana in Plaquemine plans to spend 1.4 billion dollars expanding its chemical manufacturing operations…
cut 12 (12) “…be signficant”

Louisiana US Senator John Kennedy met with Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Kennedy, who sits on the committee that will make the first vote on his confirmation, says he’s impressed with Kavanaugh’s temperament. He says they discussed the perception the Supreme Court has become yet another partisan battle ground…
cut 14 (06) “….has caused”

A new study out of California suggests warmer temperatures will lead to higher suicide rates. Becca Dill has more.
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In a sign that summer will soon be over, the Saints report for training camp today.

A new study out of California suggests warmer temperatures will lead to higher suicide rates. Becca Dill has more.

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Louisiana had one of the top 15 highest GDP growths in the nation for the first quarter. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Senator John Kennedy sat down for half an hour with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and says his early impressions are promising. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests global warming is leading to an increased rate of suicides around the world. Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore weighs in on her interpretation of the research published in Nature Climate Change.

Cut 4  (11) “rates of depression”

Researchers found that in the U.S., an increase of 1-degree Celsius in average monthly temperatures correlated to a 0.7-percent increase in the monthly suicide rate. Dr. Moore explains how temperature can alter our physiology.

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Based on current warming projections, the study estimates by 2050 climate change may increase suicide rates 1.4 percent in the U.S. resulting in 14,000 more deaths. Dr. Moore says further research must be done to understand the extent of the mental implications of climate change.

Cut 6 (09) “for the future”

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The Trump Administration on Tuesday announced up to $12 billion in emergency relief for farmers hurt by the president’s trade war.  Ag commissioner Mike Strain says the hand up is much needed in the ag industry.

Cut 7 (02) “…stabilize our farmers.”

Strain says the burden put on farmers by financial shortfalls can be overwhelming.

Cut 8 (08)  “…worth of work.”

Strain says he has faith in the work of President Trump and USDA Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue with this relief.

Cut 9 (06)  “…and some stability.”

US Senator John Kennedy weighed in on the situation, saying he wonders what will be done for manufacturers for automobiles and petrochemicals.

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The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana showed the 14^th fastest gross domestic product growth in the nation for the first quarter of 2018. The 2.3 percent growth rate is slightly higher than the expected 2.0 percent for the nation. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says its good news, that’s reflective of the state’s record low unemployment rate.

Cut 10 (09)   “decade here”

But Pierson cautioned that GDP numbers can be fickle, and don’t represent the full picture of the state of Louisiana’s economy.

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Pierson pointed to a series of corporate announcements detailing new expansions planned for the state as major reasons for the GDP expansion. He says recent expansion of the Shintech facility in Plaquemine is a sign that the state’s economic growth is here to stay.

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US Senator John Kennedy got a chance to sit down and talk with President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The conversation stuck mostly to personal topics, as Kennedy said he was keen to get to know the man. The Senator says the two talked about family, teaching, and a LSU hero.

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Kennedy says he’s spent some time reviewing Kavanagh’s writing and decisions, and while he has a ways to go before he’s finished, he says he’s impressed so far with the nominee’s temperament. He says they discussed the perception that the Supreme Court has become recognized as yet another partisan battle ground in recent years.

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Kennedy, who sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee, the group tasked with the initial round of questions for any Supreme Court Nominee, says he’s looking forward to asking the judge hard questions before he makes his final call on whether or not he’d support him. He says its crucial the Senate get it right, because the nomination is for life.

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The Saints open their first day of training camp tomorrow at 8:50AM, which will be on the field, but sans-pads. Some of the workouts will be open to the public, and Saints Analyst Mike Detillier has some things for fans to watch for if they pay a visit to the Metairie facility. He says number one, the battle for running back Alvin Kamara’s backup is likely to be intense, but he’s calling an early favorite.

Eight people are under arrest in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker. Authorities say the human body parts may be connected to a missing persons case out of Ascension Parish. Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard says they are assembling the facts, starting with the coroner who is analyzing the body for clues on what went down.

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The exchange on capital punishment between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate.  The last execution in Louisiana took place in 2010 when the drugs for a lethal injection were last available. Solicitor General for the AG’s office, Liz Murrill suggests lethal gas should be up for consideration.

Cut 14 (09) “at least do that.”

The governor’s office has pointed out that Landry hasn’t offered a single bill dealing with capital punishment since he took office in 2016.

In a move that blindsided many, following repeatedly denying he would run, the interim Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, made a last minute announcement of his inclusion into the special election for the Secretary of State’s office on the final day on qualifying.  Ardoin claims that the decision came after much encouragement from friends and family.

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A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, has gained achieved social media fame after a sugar-coated sabotage.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold.  The couple made an appearance on ESPN Radio in Baton Rouge.  The bride says the prank was orchestrated with her mother’s help.

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