Gary Chambers, a challenger to Republican U-S Senator John Kennedy’s re-election effort says the Senator’s latest campaign ad has a racist message. In the 30-second ad, Kennedy discusses his support for tough-on-crime legislation and his opposition to defunding the police…

Cut 3 (06) “…crack head.” 

Chambers says it’s a racist message because it’s directed at a certain subset of the population.

The state Department of Education has a new initiative to help make schools safer. Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says they’ll announce the plan later this morning, along with representatives of Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans…:

Cut 13 (12) “…important responsibility.”
The idea is to implement a program that would let students inform officials of possible violence while remaining anonymous.

The University of New Orleans announces a new energy center is coming to its research and technology park. UNO research and technology foundation president Rebecca Conwell says the school is using a $10 million-dollar federal grant and five million dollars in state funds to research things like wind-generated electricity from turbines in the Gulf.

Cut 5 (10) “…anywhere else.”

The state has signed a $600 Million HUD grant agreement for recovery from Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Executive Director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says it means the state finally has the money to help those who were impacted by the two hurricanes in 2020.

Cut 10 (12) “…retore Louisiana.

For more information visit restore.la.gov

Food stamp benefits are going up for recipients as they are receiving a cost of living adjustment because of rising food costs. For a family of four, the increase is nearly 100-dollars a month. Shavana Howard with the Department of Children and Family Services says gross and net monthly limits for households are also increasing…
cut 9 (12) “….eligible”

The University of New Orleans is receiving a ten-million dollar federal grant to help build a new energy center that will focus on developing green hydrogen. Governor Edwards has set a goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. UNO research and technology foundation president Rebecca Conwell hopes the research at the New Energy Center will significantly contribute to that effort…
cut 6 (10) “….addressed”
Conwell says the design phase of the center has yet to begin, but the research into solving long-term energy challenges is underway.

State education officials announce a new plan today to help head off violence in Louisiana schools. More from Kevin Gallagher…:
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

Shreveport native and former Louisiana Tech star Terry Bradshaw revealed during the Fox’s NFL pregame show that he’s battled cancer twice in the last year. Bradshaw says he was diagnosed with bladder cancer last November, but says he’s now bladder cancer free. And earlier this year the 74-year-old had skin cancer removed from his neck.

The state department of education will hold an 11 AM press conference today to encouarge school systems to embrace the Say It Here Mobile App, which can help stop acts of school violence before it happens…
cut 15 (11) “…within their peers”
That’s Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley.

Federal grant money is available for homeowners and small business owners who need to rebuild or make repairs on their property from damages sustained by Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Pat Forbes, executive director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development, says to take advantage of the 600-million that’s now available go to restore-dot-la-dot-gov. Forbes says there’s also good news for renters.
cut 12 (10) “….long-term recovery”

A new energy center is coming to the research and technology park at the University of New Orleans. The goal is to develop clean energy technologies….
Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Marsanne Golsby.”

Rough loss for the Saints yesterday as they dropped to 1-and-3 on the season with a 28-25 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings. Will Lutz had a chance to tie the game at the end of regulation, but his 61-yard field goal hit off the upright and then bounced off the cross bar…
cut 30 (10) “…didn’t go in”

Federal assistance is finally available for homes and businesses that received damage from Hurricanes Laura and Delta as the state has signed a 600-million dollar grant agreement with the federal government that opens up a line of credit. Executive Director of the Louisiana Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says fill out a survey to see if you are eligible…
cut 11 (06) “./…that already”
Over 79-hundred homeowners have completed the survey and another 22-hundred have been invited to submit applications.

The Louisiana Department of Education will announce a partnership with Crimestoppers Greater New Orleans today that will encourage school systems to make an app available to students where they can report potential acts of violence on campus. Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley says too many kids are reluctant to come forward for fear they’ll be branded a rat…
cut 14 (07) “…in a public way”
They will be introducing there Say It Here mobile app for middle and high schools.

The University of New Orleans announces a new energy center is coming to its research and technology park. UNO research and technology foundation president Rebecca Conwell says the school is using a $10 million dollar federal grant and five million dollars in state funds to be a catalyst in the growing renewable energy sector
Cut 4 (09) “…environment.”
Conwell says much of the research will focus on green hydrogen, in particular wind energy from the Gulf of Mexico.

Louisiana residents on food stamps receive an increase in their monthly maximum benefits starting this month. Assistant Secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services Shavana Howard says a household of four that receives SNAP benefits will see their monthly maximum rise to 939-dollars, almost a hundred dollar increase
Cut 7 (05) “…across the country.”
Howard says gross and net monthly income limits for households are also increasing.

The state Department of Education will announce today a new initiative to help make schools safer. Education Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says they will announce the plan later this morning, along with representatives of Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans…:
Cut 13 (12) “…important responsibility.”
The idea is to implement a program that would let students inform officials of possible violence while remaining anonymous.

Food stamp recipients receive a cost of living adjustment this month, which means for a family of four, they’ll see nearly a hunder dollar increase in benefits. Assistant Secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services Shavana Howard says the federal government determines the cost of living adjustment…
cut 8 (11) “….different increases”

Funds to assist homeowners and small businesses impacted by Hurricanes Laura and Delta are finally available….
Cut 2 (33) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Louisiana residents on food stamps receive an increase in their monthly maximum benefits starting this month. Assistant Secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services Shavana Howard says a household of four that receives SNAP benefits will see their monthly maximum rise to 939-dollars, almost a hundred-dollar increase

Cut 7 (06) “…across the country.”

Deer hunters in Franklin, Madison and Tensas Parishes are asked to submit deer samples so the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries can track Chronic Wasting Disease of CWD. LDWF Deer Program Manager Jon Bordelon says CWD was detected in Tensas Parish earlier this year and though it hasn’t been known to effect humans…it’s probably best to not eat venison from an infected deer…:

CUT 04  (06)        “…deer tested.”

You can visit their website for testing locations.

The Louisiana Office of State Parks is offering a special discount on overnight stays for the fall of 2022. Campers will get four nights for the price of three at state parks when they book a stay at “ReserveLAStateParks.com” and enter the promo code “KICKOFF2022.”

It’s likely Saints back-up Andy Dalton will start at quarterback on Sunday when New Orleans takes on Minnesota in London. Regular starter Jameis Winston is listed as doubtful on the injury report after not practicing this week because of back and ankle injuries. Dalton says the biggest thing for the offense is to be efficient:

CUT 10(10)      “…anything less.”

Set your alarm because you’ll have to get up early to watch that game at 8:30 central standard time.

LSU plays its first SEC away game of the season on tonight against the Auburn Tigers. LSU is an eight-point favorite and kick-off is at 6 PM.

Louisiana State Police Officers will undergo additional training as part of the ABLE Project. Jeff Palermo explains.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”  

Thibodaux Police make a third arrest in connection with the September 10th shooting of 15-year-old Jarien Cole. Police Chief Bryan Zeringue says on Friday they arrested 39-year-old Talisha Duncan and she’s charged with accessory after the fact to second-degree murder.  A 12-year-old and 15-year-old male were arrested shortly after the shooting and charged with second-degree murder. The case remains under investigation.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is asking deer hunters in the control areas of Franklin, Madison, and Tensas parishes to submit samples to test for Chronic Wasting Disease or CWD. LDWF Deer Program Manager Jonathan Bordelon says there is a list of locations on their website and at each location signage and instructions on how to submit a sample.

Cut 3 (08) “…later time.” 

Hunters statewide can also submit samples, contact your local LDWF field office for the nearest testing site.

It’s likely Saints back-up Andy Dalton will start at quarterback on Sunday when New Orleans takes on Minnesota in London. Jameis Winston is listed as doubtful on the injury report after not practicing this week due to injuries. Dalton says he’s ready…

Cut 9 (10)  “…out there.”

25-year-old Tremarcus Bell of Benton was arrested Thursday for the rape and molestation of a victim under the age of thirteen. The Bossier Sheriff’s Office says they were altered by the victim’s father of the alleged incidents that began approximately three years ago when Bell was caring for the victim who was then 12 years old.

To track and detect cases of Chronic Wasting Disease among deer the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is asking hunters to submit samples for testing.

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Don Molino.”

Louisiana State Police joins the national training program known as The ABLE Project. ABLE stands for Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement and LSP Lt. Bryan Lee says they’ve joined a select group of more than 200 other law enforcement agencies with the specialized training.

Cut 12 (11) “…from happening.”

LSP officers will receive eight hours of ABLE Project training over the coming months on how to deal with excessive force.

The Ark-La-Miss Fair returns to Monroe after a two-year COVID pause. Mike Shields is with the West Monroe Civitan Club. He says there will be rides and carnival games, plus delicious local food.

Cut 6 (08)  “…family entertainment .” 

The fair will also hold a day for special needs children who will be able to enjoy free rides and food The fair runs through October 9^th.