State health officials say we are in peak transmission time for West Nile Virus, and they urge you to take precautions…:

CUT 02(31)      “….Golsby.”

Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s investigators ask for public help in solving a missing persons case from 1989. That’s when then-53-year-old Robert Browning left his home after a spat and was never seen again. They ask anyone who may know anything about Browning’s whereabouts to call them at 318-329-1200.

As gas prices slowly go down, Nick Chabarria with AAA says one reason is the decrease in demand and the end of the summer vacation season now that kids are back in school. He says the higher prices also brought on driver fatigue…:

CUT 03(07)      “…gas prices.”

The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana today is $3.40, down nine cents from a week ago. Gas can be found for as little as $2.90 is some places.

Excessive recent rains have taken their toll of Louisiana row crops; meaning big losses for farmers. State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says soybeans, rice, corn, grains and especially cotton have taken a soggy beating, so he’s urging the Governor to seek a disaster declaration…:

CUT 13(10)      “…as a weapon.”

Some portions of the state have received up to 18 inches of rain in less than two weeks.

The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana today is $3.40, down nine cents from a week ago. But the big question is “will it continue to decrease?”

CUT 01(33)      “…Thorington.”

The police chief in the town of Plaquemine is accused of soliciting sexual favors from a woman to help get her boyfriend out of trouble. The woman alleges Chief Kenny Payne asked her for oral sex and said he needed to see her topless. For his part, Payne denies the allegations entirely and says he’ll defend himself vigorously.

State Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain, along with the Louisiana Cotton and Grain Association and Farm Bureau are urging Governor John Bel Edwards to seek a disaster declaration because of excessive rainfall. Strain says some of the state’s row crops received 18 inches of rain in just a few days…:

CUT 12(10)      “…for some.”

A youth justice advocacy group called Families and Friends of Louisiana gathered at the state capitol today demanding that Louisiana not transfer youth violent offenders to Angola. Executive Director Gina Womack led the protest…:

CUT 10(10)      “…scare yet.”

The state is looking to remove some of the juveniles from the Bridge City Center for Youth in Jefferson Parish because of continuous problems at the center. There have been at least four escapes this year, plus a riot.

A youth justice advocacy group called Families and Friends of Louisiana gathered at the state capitol today demanding that Louisiana not transfer youth violent offenders to Angola. Executive Director Gina Womack led today’s protest

Cut 9 (12)  “…OJJ facilities.”

A federal judge has put a halt on a plan to transfer 25 incarcerated youth offenders from a youth detention center in Jefferson Parish to the State Penitentiary.

LSU police are investigating a fight that occurred inside a dorm Monday night. The video shows three females fighting, punching, and pulling hair and one female was tossed into a water fountain. LSU spokesperson Ernie Ballard issued a statement that the school does not condone or tolerate physical violence on campus and the issue will be addressed as outlined in the Code of Student Conduct.

The Louisiana Department of Health is reporting the first case of West Nile in Acadiana in two years. Dr. Glennis Gray with LDH says if you have flu-like symptoms, a rash, and have been bitten, get to a doctor as soon as possible and in the meantime down let your guard down.

Cut 7 (08) “…twice a day.” 

The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana today is $3.40, down nine cents from a week ago. And while we’ve been seeing gas prices fall ten to 15 cents week over week, Nick Chabarria (Cha-berry) with Triple-A says those price drops are already beginning to slow.

Cut 5  (10) “…oil prices 10.”

He says a decrease in demand has lowered prices but talks of OPEC reducing production could cause prices to spike again.

If you thought the West Nile Virus had gone away, think again. The Louisiana Department of Health is reporting the first case of the deadly form of West Nile in Acadiana in two years. Dr. Glennis Gray with the Department of Health says symptoms are similar to the flu.

Cut 6 (07) “…nausea or rash.” 

She says if you show symptoms, seek treatment asap.

The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana today is $3.40, down nine cents from a week ago. But prices are higher than this time last year and the year before Nick Chabarria (Cha-berry) with Triple-A says those prices reflected the pandemic when travel declined heavily. As for the immediate future and prices, Chabarria says it’s anybody’s

Cut 4  (12) “…back up.”

Up until now, the tropics have been quiet and now there are two disturbances in the Atlantic. State climatologist Barry Keim says traditionally this is the time of year when we see the major storms in the Atlantic and hopefully, we’ll remain fortunate and escape any major activity in the gulf for the next six weeks…

Cut 14 (10)  “…strong ones.”

This afternoon Governor John Bel Edwards will take part in the White House Monkey Pox response team along with federal health officials for a briefing on response efforts to the virus along with preparations ahead of Southern Decadence this weekend in New Orleans.

A recall effort is underway to recall New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell from office, and while often a recall effort can serve as a wake-up call to a public official, triggering a change in policy or behavior. However, UNO political science professor Ed Chernevak doesn’t feel that would happen in this case.

Cut 9 (09)  “…path that she’s on.”

Petitioners have six months to collect the 53-thousand signatures needed to put a recall on a New Orleans ballot.

As gas prices slowly lower, Nick Chabarria (Cha-berry) with Triple-A says one reason is due to a decrease in demand and the end of the summer vacation season now that kids are back in school. He says the higher prices also brought on driver fatigue.

Cut 3 (07) “…gas prices.” 

He says a recent decision by OPEC could cause prices to go up later in the year.

We are wrapping up the third month of the hurricane season and the tropics remain relatively quiet. State Climatologist Barry Keim…

Cut 13 (10) “…this point.”
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring just two systems and they pose no threat to land at the moment. Keim says traditionally this is the time of year when we see the major storms in the Atlantic and hopefully, we’ll remain fortunate

According to a report by the Advocate, Louisiana homeowners will see a 122-percent increase in their flood insurance premiums on average that will be phased in over multiple years. Premium increases are limited to 18 percent per year, while new policies will be priced at the new rates right away.

Citizens have begun an effort to recall New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, but can they succeed in cutting her term in office short? Kevin Gallagher reports…:

Cut 2 (31) “….I’m Kevin Gallagher.” 

Up until now, the tropics have been relatively quiet but state climatologist Barry Keim says with a three-day weekend coming up and nothing active in the gulf you should be ok.

Cut 15 (07)  “…plans.”

Monroe police officers were called out to Carroll High and the middle school yesterday morning because two 14 years old students had handguns in their possession. Sargent Mike Fendall says school resource officers reacted quickly to ensure everyone was safe.

Cut 10 (12) “…shortly thereafter.”

The incident remains under investigation.

The HBO Documentary Katrina Babies tells the story of how the trauma children experienced was never addressed and its relationship to the uptick in crime. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says tragic events like hurricanes and the pandemic can affect children later in life, and it’s often ignored.

Cut 4 (07)  “…our fears.”
He recommends getting professional help for children who’ve experienced trauma before is manifest later in life.

Up until now, the tropics have been quiet and now there are two disturbances in the Atlantic. State climatologist Barry Keim says traditionally this is the time of year when we see the major storms in the Atlantic and hopefully, we’ll remain fortunate and escape any major activity in the gulf for the next six weeks…

Cut 14 (10)  “…strong ones.”

The HBO Documentary Katrina Babies tells the story of how the trauma children experienced was never addressed and its relationship to the uptick in crime.  LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey a common response from children after trauma is I’m good and it’s only when you dig and ask that second or third question that you’re able to get that individual to possibly open up.

Cut 5 (06) “…emotional difficulty.”

He says children often hide their trauma and it can manifest later in life.

This afternoon Governor John Bel Edwards will take part in the White House Monkey Pox response team along with federal health officials for a briefing on response efforts to the virus along with preparations ahead of Southern Decadence this weekend in New Orleans.

LSU fans will have to wait a few more days to find out who will start at quarterback when the Tigers face Florida State in the Superdome Sunday. Kevin Gallagher has that story…:

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is the subject of a recall petition; filed last week with the Secretary of State’s office. To get a recall on a ballot, organizers will need to collect legitimate signatures from 20-percent of Orleans Parish registered voters within six months; about 53-thousand people. UNO political science professor Ed Chernevak says that could be pretty difficult…:
Cut 7 (10) “…not registered voters.”
Organizers say they collected three-thousand signatures in the first three days, including 21-hundred signatures last night at an event in Lakeview.

LSU football coach Brian Kelly has decided on a starting quarterback for Sunday’s season opener against Florida State, but he’s not announcing who it is publicly. The first-year coach says he wants to withhold that information from the Seminoles…
Cut 22 (08) “…announce it.”
Kelly says it was a close competition between Jayden Daniels and Garrett Nussmeier and he made his decision within the last 48 hours.

Monroe police arrested two 14-year-old students yesterday who brought guns to school. One incident occurred at Carroll High School and the other at Carroll Junior High. No one was harmed and motives are not publicly known. Monroe Police Sergeant Mike Fendall says they are looking to see how the teens got the guns…
cut 12 (11) “…this time”

Yesterday, was the 17th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Many people who were young children in 2005 are now young adults and some of them are committing crimes. LSU Health new Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Doctor Rahn Bailey says childhood trauma is later visible when they act out as adults…
cut 6 (10) “…reckoning on us”
Bailey says seek professional help if you believe your child or someone you know is showing signs of trouble. He says proper mental health does work.