Tropical Depression nine has formed in the Carribbean and the National Hurricane Center forecast track has the storm developing into a hurricane early next week and crossing over Cuba on Tuesday. The long range forecast shows a landfall on the western side of Florida on Wednesday. But Governor Edwards says Louisiana residents should still monitor the storm’s development over the weekend…
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Baton Rouge Police officials deny a media report that they did not call back a witness who claimed to see the fatal shooting of LSU student Allie Rice last Friday morning. Lt. Kevin Heinz….
cut 7 (11) “….know of”
The Shed BBQ restaurant where Rice worked has raised 40-thousand dollars for the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for killing the 21-year-old from Ascension Parish.

Louisiana consistently ranks in the top ten among states with the highest rate of women murdered by men. Brooke Thorington asks a psychiatrist what prompts men to murder women.
Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

West Nile has infected enough Louisianans to rank us 4th highest in the U.S. for case counts. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says protect yourself and your home from mosquitos…:
CUT 21(07) “…your house.”
Five have died this year from Neuro-Invasive West Nile.

Tropical Depression Nine formed early this morning over the central Caribbean and based on the National Hurricane Center’s Forecast track this storm will develop into a hurricane as it moves towards Cuba and then the Gulf Coast of Florida. Louisiana has been keeping its eye on the system and Governor Edwards says the state really needs a season with no storms…
cut 15 (08) “…travel trailers”

The reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the shooting death of LSU student Allie Rice is up to 40-thousand dollars. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Director Johnny Dunnam the Shed BBQ restaurant where Rice worked is raising the money….
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It was a week ago today when Rice was gunned down in her car near downtown Baton Rouge.

Research from Tulane University reveals adults with children tend to become more conservative. That story from Kevin Gallagher…:
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LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte will not play in tomorrow night’s game against New Mexico as his girlfriend gave birth to their first child last night.

Research from Tulane University in New Orleans reveals that people with children tend to become more conservative. That story from Kevin Gallagher…:

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

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When questioned about the status of the Allie Rice case Baton Police Chief Murphy Paul defends his officers and the investigation. Brooke Thorington has more

Cut 2 (29) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Louisiana consistently ranks in the top ten among states with the highest rate of women murdered by men. Brooke Thorington asks a psychiatrist what prompts men to murder women.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Researchers at Tulane University in New Orleans say having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says data culled from a survey of more than 2600 people in numerous countries revealed that those raising kids placed higher importance on things like family values, social stability, sexual behavior, reproduction, and physical safety…:

Cut 4 (09)  “…vulnerable human being.”

Social conservatism – not political – is what’s being discussed here. Murray says they also used data compiled from over 400 thousand people in over 80 countries to arrive at the findings. He says – regardless of the culture – when people take on the responsibility of children, their feelings tend to change…:

Cut 5 (08) “…conservative values.”

The Tulane study also dispels a commonly held belief that folks get more conservative with age. Murray says it’s not age; it’s the urge to protect one’s progeny…:

Cut 6 (04)  “…younger non-parents.” 

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Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. Lt. Kevin Heinz was asked about reports of an eyewitness who call BRPD about the shooting and that police failed to call him back in a timely manner.

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The Shed restaurant, where Rice worked, kickstarted a reward for anyone who had information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Executive Director Johnny Dunnam said the reward has reached $37,500.

Cut 8 (11)  “…and citizens.”

Police Chief Murphy Paul asked the community to lift the Rice family in prayer and to stop spreading misinformation about the case. Paul was also questioned about an eyewitness who claims no one would not take his report. Lt. Heinz responded to the question when asked if BRPD is taking the case seriously.

Cut 9 (11)  “…touch with us.”

The phone number for Baton Rouge Crimestoppers is 225-344-STOP (7867).

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Because Louisiana ranks 5^th in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men, we asked the question what causes some men to abuse and or kill women. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says some men abuse women simply because they are more likely to dominate the physical battle.

Cut 10 (11) “…in most circumstances.”

The Violence Policy Center says almost 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. Bailey says because women are more likely to let their guard down around men, they are close to versus being on alert when approached by a man they don’t know.

Cut  11 (10)  “…happening too much.”

Bailey says it often starts with emotional abuse, threats, and then progresses to physical violence.  Drugs and alcohol can also play a role and Bailey says for some men it’s often by example in their upbringing to resort to abuse and they lack conflict resolution skills. He says many are unable to control their emotions when it comes to rejection or jealousy.

Cut 12 (06) “…hostile way.” 

All too often Bailey says when counseling female abuse victims they say they didn’t know where to go for help. If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

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A tropical wave in the Caribbean is expected to develop into a depression either today or tomorrow and it’s likely to get stronger as it moves towards the Gulf of Mexico. Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s time to pay attention to it.

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The governor is urging everyone to do all the things we hoped we wouldn’t have to do this hurricane season. He says to gather supplies and get a game plan.

Cut 14 (09)  “…you’re going.”

Forecast models show the storm going into the Gulf, but after that, it’s anybody’s guess as to where.  A potential landfall on the Gulf coast anywhere from Florida to Texas is likely. Edwards says after enduring direct hits in 2020 and 2021, he hopes Louisiana is spared…

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LSU completes its three-game homestand by hosting New Mexico tomorrow. The Lobos are in the Mountain West Conference and they are 2-1 with wins over Maine and UTEP and a loss to Boise State. They have forced ten turnovers this season, so Coach Brian Kelly has put his team on alert…

Cut 16 (09)  “…no doubt about that.” 

It’s expected true freshmen Will Campbell and Emery Jones will start again at the two offensive tackle spots on Saturday. Center Charles Turner says both of them played really well last week as starters…

Cut 17 (12) “…tremendous amount.” 

LSU’s defense played well last week, holding an explosive Mississippi State offense to less than 300 yards of offense. The defensive line played well after a slow start to the season. Defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory from Alexandria…

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ULM welcomes the Ragin Cajuns to Malone Stadium on Saturday for the Sun Belt opener. UL-Lafayette was picked to win the Sun Belt’s West Division, while the Warhawks were picked to finish last in the West. Warhawks Coach Terry Bowden is not hiding the fact of who has the more talented team…

Cut 19 (13) “…we are there yet.”

ULM is 1-and-2, with losses to Texas and Alabama. The Crimson Tide trounced the Warhawks 63-7. Bowden is making sure that the loss to the Crimson Tide does not linger…

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Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. BRPD was questioned about an eyewitness who claims no one would not take his report. Lt. Kevin Heinz responded to the question when asked if BRPD is taking the case seriously…:

CUT 30(12)      “…in touch with us.”

Combined rewards for Allie’s killer are up to $37,500.

SWEPCO is constructing its first solar farm to supply customers in North Caddo Parish with renewable energy. PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell praised the utility provider’s efforts to help lower energy costs for some 12-thousand homes with the plant…:

CUT 12(09)      “…all around the state.”

The SWEPCO solar facility will be built just outside of Hosston

The state’s homeowner insurer of last resort, Louisiana Citizens, is asking for a 63-percent rate increase…but a coalition of realtors says if it’s approved it will price some homeowners right out of their homes…:

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New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for over $40-k in travel upgrades for trips to Washington D.C. and to France. Some city council members are discussing a plan to, basically, dock her that money from her payroll when they make the city budget for next year. A recall petition against Cantrell continues to gain signatures.

Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. Lt. Kevin Heinz was asked about reports of an eyewitness who called BRPD about the shooting and that police failed to call him back in a timely manner…:

CUT 28(11)      “…that we know of.”

New Orleans Realtors are asking the state Insurance Commissioner to put the brakes on a 63-percent rate hike for 100-thousand Louisiana homeowners that have insurance with Louisiana Citizens, the state’s insurer of last resort. Realtor Cody Caudill is part of a coalition trying to stabilize the housing market…:

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They’re asking to hold off on the rate hike for 18 months.

Solar power is coming to Caddo Parish, by way of a solar farm being built near Hosston, just off I-49. Public Service Commission member Foster Campbell says installing more renewable energy sources not only benefits the state environmentally, but also entices more companies and families to relocate to the Bayou State…:

CUT 14(08)      “…this project.”

The facility is being built by SWEPCO.

West Nile has infected enough Louisianans to ranks us 4^th highest in the U.S. for case counts. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says blame our State Bird, the mosquito, which carries the sometimes deadly virus. He says protecting yourself and your home will make a difference…:

CUT 11(07)      “…your house.”

5 have died this year from Neuro-Invasive West Nile.

Embattled New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for her travel expenses to France, Councilman J.P. Morrell and other council members are working on a plan to recoup the more than $43-thousand in upgrades for first class plane fares and top-notch hotel rooms…:

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A group of south Louisiana realtors asks Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon to hold on approving a big rate hike for the state-run insurer of last resort, Louisiana Citizens. One of those realtors is Cody Caudill, who says waiting will give more time for private market companies to start writing business at lower rates…:

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He says higher insurance are already causing some to cancel home purchases and a rate hike will make that even worse.

With a total of 33 severe cases of West Nile, Louisiana is fourth in the nation for the virus. Whitney Thomas has more…:

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A number of robo-calls have gone out around Louisiana today, reporting fake ‘active shooter’ situations at a number of schools, according to Louisiana State Police. Calls came to schools in Ouachita, Lafayette, St. Mary and Beauregard parishes today. NO actual shooters were found. Other states got the hoax calls as well.

A group of real estate agents asks Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon to put the brakes on approving a big rate hike for the state-run insurer of last resort, Louisiana Citizens…:

CUT 01(28)      “…Golsby.”

Cops in Mansfield were called out to Mansfield High School today on a report of an active shooter. After evacuating and thoroughly checking, police found NO such threat and declared the school safe & secure. The same thing happened today in Monroe, at Neville High school. Again, no real threat was found. Hoaxes? Quite likely.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for her travel expenses. She reportedly racked up over $40-thousand in travel upgrades; flying first class and staying in 5-star rooms on trips to D.C. and to France. City Councilman J.P. Morrell says she could have used campaign money, but chose to let taxpayers foot the bill…:

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Morrell says the city can claw those dollars back, but reducing her salary in next year’s city budget. Meanwhile, a petition to recall Cantrell continues to collect signatures.

At 33 reported cases statewide, Louisiana ranks 4^th in the country for West Nile Virus cases. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says avoiding insect bites that transmit it is fairly easy…:

CUT 09(12)      “…the population.”

Five have been diagnosed with the Neuro-Invasive form of the virus, which CAN be fatal.

The state’s homeowner insurer of last resort is asking for a 63-percent rate increase. A coalition of realtors says if it’s approved it will price some homeowners right out of their homes. Marsanne Golsby has more.

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With a total of 33 severe cases of West Nile, Louisiana is fourth in the nation for the virus. Whitney Thomas has more

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Because New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for her travel expenses to France, councilman JP Morrell and other council members are working on a plan to recoup the more than $43 thousand in expenses.

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Morrell says Cantrell’s expenses set a horrible precedent on two levels; one is that elected officials should be treated differently than city employees and second in a city that faces tremendous costs with an $80 million crime plan coming up and a 70% increase in sanitation…

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Morrell says while the travel to France was in some semi-official capacity for the city, he believes Cantrell could have used a portion of her more than $1 million in campaign funds to finance the trip.

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A recall effort is also underway to have Cantrell removed from office.

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New Orleans Realtors are asking the insurance commissioner to put the brakes on a 63-percent rate hike for 100 thousand Louisiana homeowners that have insurance with Citizens Insurance.

Realtor Cody Caudill (pronounced coddle) is part of a coalition trying to stabilize the housing market.

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Louisiana Citizens is the state’s insurer of last resort. Citizens is asking for the increase to be effective on January 1st.

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And the problem doesn’t just affect New Orleans. More insurance companies are pulling out of the state, becoming insolvent, or refusing to write policies south of I-12.

But Caudill sees signs of improvement in the insurance market. He says they have indications a couple of private insurers will return to the market if we can make it through this hurricane season without a major storm.

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Donelon says he will decide based on what the numbers show about the need for an increase.

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Louisiana has the fourth highest rate of West Nile in the country according to the CDC. A total of 33 cases, and 3 West Nile fever cases have been reported. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says there are ways to avoid catching West Nile.

Cut 9 (12)  “…the population.”

More people are at risk due to the high number of positive pool samples in the Northshore area. Only 1% of people with West Nile contract severe symptoms from the virus.  The five individuals diagnosed with severe neurological disease caused by the virus this year have died. Dr. Kanter says the symptoms are hard to miss…

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Dr. Kanter says protecting yourself and your home will make a difference

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SWEPCO is constructing its first solar farm to supply customers in North Caddo Parish with renewable energy. PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell praised the utility provider’s efforts to help lower energy costs for some 12-thousand homes with the plant.

Cut 12 (09) “…all around the state.”  

The SWEPCO solar facility will be built just outside of Hosston and Foster says it also sets a good example that Louisiana is using more renewable sources of energy.

Cut 13 (08) “…energy now.” 

Foster says the installation of more renewable energy sources not only benefits the state environmentally, but it also entices more companies and families to relocate to the Bayou State.

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