The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm tonight and New Orleans has the first pick, and are looking to draft Duke legend Zion Williamson who says he’s excited to put on the Pelicans’ uniform and move on south to the Big Easy.

The 6’7 280 pound Naismith College Player of the Year visited New Orleans earlier in the week and got a taste of city life and culture…

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Williamson got fried shrimp and mash potatoes at Commanders’ Palace, the iconic New Orleans food mecca.

Zion is the most hyped prospect to enter the draft since Lebron James, and the highest rated prospect since former Pelican Anthony Davis. The phenom says he’s ready to spearhead the Pelicans’ revival.

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Williamson averaged 23 points and 9 rebounds on 68 percent shooting in 33 games at Duke last year.

The Draft kicks off at 6pm tonight.

The Pelicans also have the 4^th pick in this years draft but reports are out indicating the team is working hard to try and move the pick. If they were to keep the selection, Vanderbilt point guard Darius Garland, Virginia’s DeAndre Hunter, and Texas Tech’s Jarrett Culver are likely the be the best players available.

Zach Hess announced yesterday his decision to sign with the Detroit Tigers, ending his stay as an LSU tiger. Hess, a junior pitcher from Virginia wrote a note on Instagram with his decision. After reflecting on his time at LSU Hess thanked his teammates, LSU, and the state of Louisiana.

Drew Brees has been nominated for two ESPY’S. The Saints quarterback is nominated for best NFL player and best record-breaking performance. Brees already has 4 espy’s. The other nominees for the best player include Patrick Mahomes of the chiefs, Aaron Donald of the rams, and Todd Gurley also of the rams.

Congressman Mike Johnson was on hand for an in depth subcommittee hearing on reparations for slavery and racial injustice. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Mental health has been the focus of conversation following a recent killing spree that left four people dead in Metairie and New Orleans. The suspect in the case had been committed twice in recent months prior to the recent acts of violence. New Orleans licensed professional counselor Mark Saucier (So-shay) says there are signs to look for in the mentally ill that could foreshadow a violent outburst.

Cut 3 (09) “…other angry people.”

Governor Edwards’ signed a seafood labeling bill at The Shack seafood restaurant in Houma Wednesday. Larose Representative Truck Gisclair feels that Louisianans deserve to know where their seafood is from when it’s served up, not just from an economic standpoint, but for health reasons as well.

Cut 11 (11) “…imported shrimp.”

Soon-to-be Pelican, Duke legend Zion Williamson is the most hyped prospect to enter the draft since Lebron James, and the highest rated prospect since former Pelican Anthony Davis. The phenom says he’s ready to spearhead the Pelicans’ revival.

Cut 14 (07) “…sport” 

Williamson visited Commanders Palace earlier in the week.

The newest Pelican, Duke legend Zion Williamson is the most hyped draft pick since Lebron James, and the highest rated prospect since former Pelican Anthony Davis. The phenom says he’s ready to spearhead the Pelicans’ revival.

A Congressional subcommittee tackled the question of whether or not African Americans should receive reparations for the United States’ history of slavery and racial injustice. Congressman Mike Johnson spoke out against the idea at the hearing. Congressman Johnson believe taxpayers shouldn’t be on the hook for actions taken while they were not alive.

But proponents of the measure say the US government’s history abusing the black population isn’t just restricted to the years before the end of the Civil War. Southern Professor Albert Samuels says the logistics of reparations would be complicated, but it warrants further study by a congressionally appointed commission, because it raises serious questions about our nation’s central narrative…

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John Paul Funes entered a guilty plea in Federal Court today to charges of wire fraud and money laundering after a scheme that siphoned off more than a half a million from the Our Lady of the Lake foundation in Baton Rouge. Today it was revealed that Funes admitted he chartered a flight from Houma to Tampa for a Saints game and gave approximately a hundred thousand dollars to the family of former LSU football player Rohan Davey. Sentencing is deferred until the pre-sentence investigation is complete.

Soon-to-be Pelican, Duke legend Zion Williamson says he’s excited to put on the Pelicans’ uniform and move on south to the Big Easy.

The 6’7 280 pound Naismith College Player of the Year visited New Orleans earlier in the week and got a taste of city life and culture…

Cut 13 (12) “…Commanders’”  

Williamson got fried shrimp and mash potatoes at Commanders’ Palace, the iconic New Orleans food mecca.

Congressman Mike Johnson was on hand for an in depth subcommittee hearing on reparations for slavery and racial injustice. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Governor Edwards signed into law requiring restaurants to tell you where your seafood is from.  Brooke Thorington has more.

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Mental health has been the focus of conversation following a recent killing spree that left four people dead in Metairie and New Orleans. The suspect in the case had been committed twice in recent months prior to the recent acts of violence. New Orleans licensed professional counselor Mark Saucier says there are signs to look for in the mentally ill that could foreshadow a violent outburst.

Cut 3 (09) “…other angry people.”

Saucier says sometimes those that have the potential to hurt others may keep to themselves, but there are cues to listen for that might raise some red flags.

Cut 4 (11) “…take it anymore.”

Saucier says mental health issues are something that Louisiana as a whole needs to face, and not just when events like this happen.

Cut 5 (11) “…help they need.”

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A Congressional subcommittee tackled the question of whether or not African Americans should receive reparations for the United State’s history of slavery and racial injustice.

Congressman Mike Johnson was at the hearing, and spoke out against the idea. He says American taxpayers shouldn’t be on the hook for actions taken while they were not alive.

Cut 6 (10) “…passed.”

Johnson was jeered at the meeting by some attendees while making his statements.

But proponents of the measure say the US government’s history abusing the black population isn’t just restricted to the years before the end of the Civil War. Southern Professor Albert Samuels says African Americans lack generational wealth for a reason.

Cut 7 (11) “…slavery”

Johnson argues the plan is unconstitutional, and unfeasible. He says even major civil rights leaders and other prominent African Americans have come out against the idea.

Cut 8 (10) “…reparations.”

Samuels says the logistics of reparations would be complicated, but it warrants further study by a Congressionally appointed commission, because it raises serious questions about our nation’s central narrative…

Cut 9 (12) “…subject.”
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Governor Edwards’ signed a seafood labeling bill at The Shack seafood restaurant in Houma Wednesday. Larose Representative Truck Gisclair fought hard for the measure and was extremely happy to see it become a reality.

Cut 10 (11) “…were there.”

Gisclair feels that Louisianans deserve to know where their seafood is from when it’s served up, not just from an economic standpoint, but for health reasons as well.

Cut 11 (11) “…imported shrimp.”

Gisclair acknowledged that many Americans do not realize that 90-percent of the seafood they consume at restaurants is imported. He wants tourist in Louisiana to know if they’re getting the real deal.

Cut 12 (12)   “…or whereever”

Gisclair hopes this will encourage restaurants to serve local seafood.

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Soon-to-be Pelican, Duke legend Zion Williamson says he’s excited to put on the Pelicans’ uniform and move on south to the Big Easy.

The 6’7 280 pound Naismith College Player of the Year visited New Orleans earlier in the week and got a taste of city life and culture…

Cut 13 (12) “…Commanders’”  

Williamson got fried shrimp and mash potatoes at Commanders’ Palace, the iconic New Orleans food mecca.

Zion is the most hyped prospect to enter the draft since Lebron James, and the highest rated prospect since former Pelican Anthony Davis. The phenom says he’s ready to spearhead the Pelicans’ revival.

Cut 14 (07) “…sport” 

Williamson averaged 23 points and 9 rebounds on 68 percent shooting in 33 games at Duke last year.

The top pick is set to be the face of a squad that’s had a major overhaul in the last few weeks, ditching it’s former superstar Anthony Davis after the Brow demanded a trade to the Lakers. Williamson has big plans…

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More shootings have been linked to murder suspect 22-year old Sean Barrette in Jefferson Parish now. Barrette was arrested yesterday and charged with the murders of three people in West Metairie Avenue and one in New Orleans. Now Jefferson Parish Sherriff’s authorities have connected him to a June 17^th shooting of a female driver on I-10. The victim was not killed but her vehicle was struck multiple times with bullets. Authorities say she originally thought it was hail and drove to her home and then discovered bullet holes. This was hours before the first killing in Metairie. And Kenner Police says another driver was followed closely on 1-10 and the vehicle pulled beside them and fired several shots, that driver also was not injured.

Mental health has been the focus of conversation following that killing spree. The suspect Sean Barrette had been committed twice in recent months. New Orleans licensed professional counselor Mark Saucier says sometimes those that have the potential to hurt others may keep to themselves, but there are cues to listen for that might raise some red flags.

Cut 4 (11) “…take it anymore.”

A Congressional subcommittee tackled the question of whether or not African Americans should receive reparations for the United States’ history of slavery and racial injustice. Congressman Mike Johnson argues the plan is unconstitutional, and unfeasible. He says even major civil rights leaders and other prominent African Americans are against the idea.

Cut 8 (10) “…reparations.”

Governor Edward signed the Seafood Labeling Bill yesterday so restaurants that aren’t serving seafood from the U-S must let you know. Bill sponsor Represenative Truck Gisclair acknowledges that many Americans do not realize that 90-percent of the seafood they consume at restaurants is imported. He wants tourist in Louisiana to know if they’re getting the real deal.

Cut 12 (12)   “…or whereever”

Gisclair hopes this will encourage restaurants to serve local seafood.

Governor Edwards’ signed the Seafood Labeling Act at The Shack seafood restaurant in Houma Wednesday. Larose Representative Truck Gisclair fought hard for the measure and was extremely happy to see it become a reality.

Cut 10 (11) “…were there.”

Gisclair feels that Louisianans deserve to know where their seafood is from when it’s served up, not just from an economic standpoint, but for health reasons as well.

Mental health has been the focus of conversation following a recent killing spree that left four people dead in Metairie and New Orleans. The suspect in the case had been committed twice in recent months prior to the recent acts of violence. New Orleans licensed professional counselor Mark Saucier says there are signs to look for in the mentally ill that could foreshadow a violent outburst.

Cut 3 (09) “…other angry people.”

Congressman Mike Johnson was on hand for an in depth subcommittee hearing on reparations for slavery and racial injustice. Matt Doyle has the story.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm this evening and the new look Pelicans are sporting the 1^st and fourth picks, and looking to rebuild after trading former cornerstone superstar Anthony Davis.  It’s a stone cold lock that New Orleans will grab generational talent, Duke legend Zion Williamson with the first pick.

A Congressional subcommittee tackled the question of whether or not African Americans should receive reparations for the United State’s history of slavery and racial injustice.

Congressman Mike Johnson was at the hearing, and spoke out against the idea. He says American taxpayers shouldn’t be on the hook for actions taken while they were not alive.

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But proponents of the measure say the US government’s history abusing the black population isn’t just restricted to the years before the end of the Civil War. Southern Professor Albert Samuels says government policy is largely responsible for disparate outcomes between different racial groups in America.

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The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm this evening and the new look Pelicans are sporting the 1^st and fourth picks, and looking to rebuild after trading former cornerstone superstar Anthony Davis.

It’s a stone cold lock that New Orleans will grab generational talent, Duke legend Zion Williamson with the first pick. Locked on Pelicans publisher Jake Madison says he’s more than just a dominant player…

Cut 7 (10) “any better.”

If they keep the 4^th pick, and don’t trade it, Madison says there are three players he sees in contention for the selection, starting with Vanderbilt point guard Darius Garland…

Cut 9 (12) “…attitude.”

The Lakers technically will be making the 4^th pick for the Pels tonight, as the trade won’t be final until at least July 6^th.

A 22-year-old Metairie man has been arrested following a killing spree of four randomly selected victims. Sean Barrette became the suspect in crimes after a forensic analysis was performed on his phone that he left at crime scene. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joe Lopinto says the suspect has had a recent history of mental problems.
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An alleged Walmart thief dragged a cop through a parking lot and led Slidell Police on a high-speed chase that ended when the suspect wrecked his car in Mississippi.
Slidell Police spokesperson Daniel Seuzeneau (Suze-ah-no) says 51-year-old Robert Myers of Mississippi fled from Walmart Loss Prevention officers and was later cornered in his car by Slidell authorities…
Cut 4 (11) “the truck.”

An Amite High School athlete is dead following a Tuesday football practice. 15-year-old Terrance Allen died at a nearby medical facility .Louisiana High School Athletic Association spokesperson Kate Adams says they are keeping an eye on the case.
Cut 14 (08) “…when needed.”

It’s a foregone conclusion that the Pelicans will take Duke legend Zion Williamson with the first pick in this evening’s NBA draft, but what are their options with the 4th pick?
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A 22-year-old Metairie man is under arrest following a killing spree of four randomly selected victims.  Sean Barrette became the suspect in crimes after a forensic analysis was performed on his phone after leaving it at a crime scene.  Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joe Lopinto says it’s rare that a murder suspect does not have a previous connection to the victim.
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The suspect has had a recent history of mental problems.
The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm this evening and the new look Pelicans are sporting the 1^st and fourth picks, and looking to rebuild after trading former cornerstone superstar Anthony Davis. It’s a stone cold lock that New Orleans will grab generational talent, Duke legend Zion Williamson with the first pick. Locked on Pelicans publisher Jake Madison says he’s more than just a dominant player…

Cut 7 (10) “any better.”

A Mississippi man leads Slidell police on a high-speed chase across state lines after stealing power-tools from a Walmart. Matt Doyle has more.

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An Amite High School athlete is dead following a Tuesday football practice.  The Amite Police Department received a call about an emergency at the school around 9 pm.  Upon arrival, other first responders were on the scene performing CPR to 15-year-old Terrance Allen.  Louisiana High School Athletic Association spokesperson Kate Adams offered a brief statement on the issue.

Cut 13 (06) “…the Allen family.”

An alleged Walmart thief dragged a cop through a parking lot and led Slidell Police on a high-speed chase then ended when the suspect wrecked his car in Mississippi.
Slidell Police spokesperson Daniel Seuzeneau says 51-year-old Robert Myers of Picayune, Mississippi fled from Walmart Loss Prevention officers and was later cornered in his car by Slidell authorities…
Myers is facing Third Offense Felony Theft, Flight from an Officer, Battery of an Officer, Assault of an Officer, and more.
Once Myers threw the car in drive to evade police, Seuzeneau says one of the officers attempted to stop him but got stuck onto the car as it sped off through the parking lot towards the highway.
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There was a near miss where Myer’s truck nearly struck another cop dead on, but the officer was able to jump out of the way at the last second.

Seuzeneau says Myers is facing some minor traffic charges across the border, but will soon be extradited.

The NBA Draft kicks off at 6pm this evening and the new look Pelicans are sporting the 1st and fourth picks, and looking to rebuild after trading former cornerstone superstar Anthony Davis.
It’s a stone cold lock that New Orleans will grab generational talent, Duke Legend Zion Williamson with the first pick.
The 6-7, 280 forward says he loved his recent trip to New Orleans to meet team officials. Media caught him smiling ear to ear after having dinner at Commanders Palace and high fiving fans on the street.
The Lakers technically will be making the 4th pick for the Pels tonight, as the trade won’t be final until at least July 6th. . Locked on Pelicans publisher Jake Madison says there’s a good chance whoever is picked won’t even suite up for NOLA.
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The Pels are reportedly chasing Washington’s Allstar shooting guard Bradley Beal, with the 4th pick as part of rumored offers.
There’s reports that the Atlanta Hawks are offering the 8th and 10th selection in exchange for the Pels’ 4th.