Governor John Bel Edwards has signed legislation into law that would close Louisiana’s three abortion clinics should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe v Wade. The legislation does not criminally punish pregnant women, but doctors or others who perform an abortion could be sentenced for up to 10 years in prison. The trigger law does not contain exception for rape and incest, but Benjamin Clapper with Louisiana Right to Life says there are exceptions for medical causes, like ectopic pregnancies, stillbirth diagnoses and to protect the health of the mother….
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The Supreme Court could overturn Roe Versus Wade as early as today.

State health officer Doctor Joe Kanter says the state is experiencing its sixth COVID surge. L-D-H reported close to 29-hundred new cases yesterday, but Kanter says that does not take into account positive at home tests…
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Statewide COVID hospitalizations are at 375.

Governor Edwards signs into law a bill prohibiting the public release of most booking photos – also called “mug shots” – prior to the subject’s conviction. New Orleans Representative Royce Duplessis is the bill’s author. He says the law – which goes into effect on August 1st – will only apply to mug shots of people booked with non-violent offenses…:
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Even though the law goes into effect August first, some sheriff offices have already announced they will begin following the legislation.

Law enforcement officials say we are in the midst of the 100 Deadliest Days of summer. State Trooper Christian Reed says from Memorial Day to Labor Day there’s an increase in traffic fatalities among young drivers.
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Reed says parents need to have honest discussions with their children about the dangers of drinking and driving or getting in the car with a driver who’s impaired.

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Governor Edwards signs a new abortion “trigger law” that will take effect should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe vs Wade. Kevin Gallagher has more…:

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The governor also signed the bill that removes Robert E. Lee Day and Confederate Memorial Days from the list of state holidays. He also signed a measure overhauling the regulation of medical marijuana in the state, it switches regulation from the Department of Agriculture and Forestry to the Department of Health.

The Louisiana Department of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics along with the Louisiana chapter are recommending COVID vaccines for children ages 6 months and older. President of the state chapter Dr. Rachel Chatters says parents should speak with their pediatricians about their child’s health and not assume rumors against vaccines are true.

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As temperatures continue to soar, people aren’t the only ones who need to be concerned about staying out of the heat. Pets are particularly vulnerable and Jeff Dorson of the Louisiana Human Society has some tips on how to keep our furry friends safe.

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Now that the COVID vaccine has been approved for kids 5 and under, Louisiana health care providers are preparing to give out the shots. State health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says 175 providers have ordered tens of thousands of children’s doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. He says for Moderna, it is two shots…and the Pfizer requires 3…:

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Kanter says call your pediatrican for information, or visit “ldh.la.gov”

As it gets hotter, we’re all reminded to protect our precious pets from heat-related illness and death. Jeff Dorson with the Louisiana Humane society says pets can die in a hot car, or exposed to sun & heat, within a very short time. He says you could even be charged with aggravated cruelty to animals…:

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Governor John Bel Edwards has signed into law a new “trigger law” that would outlaw abortions in Louisiana should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn “Roe vs Wade”. The legislation does not criminally punish pregnant women, but doctors or others who perform abortion could be sentenced for up to 10 years. Louisiana Right to Life executive director Ben Clapper…:

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Senate Bill 342, by Monroe Senator Katrina Jackson, has exceptions for ectopic pregnancies and health threats to the mother. It will take effect immediately, should Roe by overturned.

A judge at the center of a high-profile custody battle where a woman was ordered to pay her accused rapist child support has temporarily reversed his decision to grant the now-teenage daughter’s father full custody. Judge Jeffrey Cashe, in Tangipahoa Parish, decided Tuesday to revoke John Barnes’ custody. A new custody trial has been scheduled for July 15^th.

The Louisiana Department of Health and the Academy of Pediatrics are recommending children ages 6 months to five years also be vaccinated against COVID. Brooke Thorington explains

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Governor Edwards signs a new abortion “trigger law” that will take effect should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn Roe vs Wade. Kevin Gallagher has more…:

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Vaccine providers in Louisiana are prepping to schedule appointments for children ages six months and older who are now eligible for the COVID vaccines after the FDA gave emergency use authorization last week. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says he can’t overstate the importance of having children vaccinated against COVID.

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Since March 2020, 21 children have died as a result of COVID.

Kanter says 175 providers in the state have ordered 26- thousand COVID vaccine doses for children.

In Louisiana, there are 281 thousand children ages six months to five years and Kanter says 200 thousand of those children are covered by Medicaid. For this age group, he says the Moderna vaccine is a two-dose series and the Pfizer vaccine consists of three doses.

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The Louisiana Department of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics along with the Louisiana chapter are recommending COVID vaccines for children including those under the age of five. President of the state chapter Dr. Rachel Chatters says parents should speak with their pediatricians about their child’s health and not assume rumors against vaccines are true.

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Parents are encouraged to contact their pediatrician for a COVID vaccine or visit the Louisiana Department of Health’s website for a nearby provider.

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As temperatures continue to soar, people aren’t the only ones who need to be concerned about staying out of the heat. Pets are particularly vulnerable and Jeff Dorson of the Louisiana Human Society has some tips on how to keep our furry friends safe.

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One mistake by a pet owner can be costly. Whether it’s by leaving a pet unattended in a parked car on a hot day, failing to keep their pets hydrated, or missing the signs of a pet in distress, Dorson says it only takes a few moments for a tragedy to occur.

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Dorson also says there are real consequences for neglecting pets. This past weekend, St. Tammany Parish Sheriff deputies arrested a Mandeville man for allegedly leaving his dog tethered in his yard without food water, or shelter while the heat index read 114 degrees. The owner was charged with felony aggravated animal cruelty.

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Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon announces policyholders with Lighthouse Excalibur, Maison and Southern Fidelity can be insured by Louisiana Citizens for 60 days after they are cancelled by their current insurance provider. Donelon says failed insurers Lighthouse Excalibur and Maison will cancel its Louisiana policies on June 30th, but these policyholders will have coverage through July and August

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Louisiana Citizens can also provide coverage for 60 days for Southern Fidelity policyholders who see their current coverage canceled on July 15th. He says this change was made to provide more time for Louisiana insurance agents to help policyholders find coveage

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Donelon also announced Lighthouse policies were set to cancel on Wednesday, but the company will now provide coverage until June 30th. Lighthouse Excalibur has about 30-thousand policies in Louisiana and Maison and Southern Fidelity have thousands more. He says it will not be easy for these canceled policyholders to find insurance through the private market and they’ll likely have to rely on Louisiana Citizens for the time being

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Governor John Bel Edwards has signed into law a new “trigger law” that would outlaw abortions in Louisiana should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn “Roe vs Wade”. The legislation does not criminally punish pregnant women, but doctors or others who perform abortion could be sentenced for up to 10 years. Louisiana Right to Life executive director Ben Clapper…

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Monroe Senator Katrina Jackson’s SB 342 – now signed by the governor -does not contain exception for rape and incest, but Clapper says there are exceptions for medical causes,  like ectopic pregnancies, stillbirth diagnoses and to protect the health of the mother.…:

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Clapper says Louisiana Right to Life is pleased with the new “trigger law” overall…:

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In a written statement, the Governor says he IS pro-life, but would have preferred the bill had exceptions for cases of rape or incest. He says vetoing the bill would not have accomplished that end

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Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon announces policyholders with Lighthouse Excalibur, Maison and Southern Fidelity can be insured by Louisiana Citizens for 60 days after they are cancelled by their current insurance provider. Donelon says failed insurers Lighthouse Excalibur and Maison will cancel their Louisiana policies on June 30th, but these policyholders will have coverage through July and August. He says Citizens can also provide coverage for 60 days for Southern Fidelity policyholders who see their current coverage canceled on July 15th…:

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Now that the COVID vaccines have been OK’ed for kids 5 and under, State health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says he cannot overstate the importance of getting those shots for your kids…:

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21 Louisiana kids have died of COVID during the two years of the pandemic.

A Louisiana pro-life group gives a “thumbs up” to Governor Edwards signing into law a new “trigger law” to take effect, should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn “Roe vs Wade”. Ben Clapper is Executive Director of Louisiana Right to Life. He says they are pleased with the new law overall…:

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In a written statement, the Governor says he IS pro-life, but would have preferred the bill had exceptions for cases of rape or incest. He says vetoing the bill would not have accomplished that end.

Another bill signed into law by the governor will require all homes sold or leased in Louisiana going forward be equipped with carbon monoxide detectors AND smoke detectors. It also requires any home with a whole house generator installed to be outfitted with a CO detector. The new law takes effect on January 1^st, 2023.

A Louisiana pro-life group gives a “thumbs up” to Governor Edwards signing into law a new “trigger law” to take effect, should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn “Roe vs Wade”. Louisiana Right to Life Executive Director Ben Clapper says this bill has exceptions for medical reasons like ectopic pregnancies and to protect the life and health of the mother…and that’s reasonable…:

CUT 13(12)      “…through abortion.”

In a written statement, the Governor says he IS pro-life, but would have preferred the bill had exceptions for cases of rape or incest. He says vetoing the bill would not have accomplished that end.

Repeating a story from last hour…avoid Interstate 20 West through Bossier City if possible. A cement truck lost part of its load between Diamond Jacks and Benton Road, and DOTD crews are working now to clear that away. Westbound traffic is being routed OFF at Old Minden Road.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon announces policyholders with Lighthouse Excalibur, Maison and Southern Fidelity can be insured by Louisiana Citizens for 60 days after they are cancelled by their current insurance provider. Donelon says failed insurers Lighthouse Excalibur and Maison will cancel its Louisiana policies on June 30th, but these policyholders will have coverage through July and August…:

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Louisiana Citizens can also provide coverage for 60 days for Southern Fidelity policyholders who see their current coverage canceled on July 15th.

A judge at the center of a high-profile custody battle where a woman was ordered to pay her alleged rapist child support has temporarily reversed his decision to grant the now-teenage daughter’s father full custody. Judge Jeffrey Cashe, in Tangipahoa Parish, decided Tuesday to revoke John Barnes’ custody. A new custody trial has been scheduled for July 15^th.

The Louisiana Department of Health and the Academy of Pediatrics are recommending children ages 6 months to five years also be vaccinated against COVID. Brooke Thorington explains…:

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Bossier City cops say avoid I-20…at least for a few more hours. The Interstate is closed at this hour due to a concrete truck spilling part of its load. Westbound traffic is being forced off I-20 at Old Minden Road, and being allowed back on at Benton. DOTD is working to clear the highway quickly.

A Louisiana pro-life group gives a “thumbs up” to Governor Edwards signing into law a new “trigger law” to take effect, should the U.S. Supreme Court overturn “Roe vs Wade”. Ben Clapper is Executive Director of Louisiana Right to Life…:

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The bills signed by the governor contains exceptions allowing abortion for medical causes, like ectopic pregnancies, stillbirth diagnoses and to protect the health of the mother.

With soaring summer heat, the Humane Society of Louisiana reminds us to take steps to keep our pets safe. Spokesman Jeff Dorson says common mistakes are leaving pets in a closed up car, ailing to keep them hydrated and missing signs your pet is in distress. He says tragedy can happen within seconds…:

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A St. Tammany faces felony cruelty to animals charges, after leaving his dog tied up to die in the heat last week.