You might have noticed you’re paying more at the pump, and according to Triple-A the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana is up to $3.06. Triple-A fuel analyst Don Redman says that’s up 30 cents from a month ago and despite low demand and a healthy supply…

Cut 3 (07) “…$80 a barrel.” 

Redman traditionally gas prices in January are among the lowest due to a decrease in demand.

Next month, Governor Edwards will present a budget for the next fiscal year to lawmakers and the state has 728 million dollars in surplus money from the last fiscal year to spend. Governor Edwards says much of that money will go towards ongoing infrastructure projects that have gone up in price…:

Cut 9 (09) “…inflation” 

Edwards will present his budget on February 17th.

Baton Rouge area rapper, Jarman K. King also known as “Monkey” has been arrested for first-degree murder and criminal conspiracy of murder. He’s accused of killing Jesse Thomas the third October 22^nd of last year during a robbery in Denham Springs.  A portion of the city that falls under St. Helena Parish’s authority and authorities had been searching for King for the past two months. King was arrested by the St. Helena Parish Sheriff’s Office today. He also faces separate charges in an armed robbery days after Thomas’ murder.

Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged with involuntary manslaughter, in the shooting death of a cinematographer while making a western movie in 2021. Baton Rouge criminal defense attorney Franz Borghardt says Baldwin will almost certainly have top-notch legal representation for a case that can often be hard to prove…:

Cut 8 (09)  “.represent Mr. Baldwin.” 

State Treasurer John Schroder and Lake Charles Attorney Hunter Lundy released their gubernatorial announcement ads today. Lundy is running as an independent and – at the moment – he’s the only non-Republican in the race…:

CUT 12(10)      “…I’ll do.”

Lundy describes himself as a Christian, a lawyer and a small businessman.  Treasurer Schroder served in the state House of Representatives for over ten years, and was elected State Treasurer in 2017. The businessman from Covington wants to make Louisiana a great state…:

CUT 14(08)      “…fat cats last.”

Schroder says education, improving the economy and reducing crime are his major priorities. The two join Attorney General Jeff Landry, state Representative Richard Nelson and state Senator Sharon Hewitt as declared candidates.

Governor John Bel Edwards will present a proposed state budget for next fiscal year to lawmakers in a few weeks, and the state has $728-million in a surplus money from the last fiscal year to spend. Governor Edwards says much of that money will go towards ongoing infrastructure projects…:

            CUT 11 (12)      “…to some degree.”

Edwards and his staff will present the proposed budget February 17^th.

Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in New Mexico with Involuntary Manslaughter for the death of a film crew member in 2021, while shooting a western movie. Baton Rouge defense lawyer Franz Borghardt says Baldwin will almost certainly have top-notch legal representation for a case that can often be hard to prove…:

            CUT 08 (09)      “…represent Mr. Baldwin.”

If convicted, Baldwin could get a year & half in jail

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell categorically denies having an affair with a cop assigned to protect her. A divorce filing by Officer Jeff Vappie’s wife indicates his affair with the mayor is the reason. Mayor Cantrell says that’s just not so. Vappie and Cantrell have been spotted coming and going from a city-owned French Quarter apartment at all hours.

Bought gas lately? Prices at the pump are creeping back up. More from Brooke Thorington…:

CUT 01(30)      “…Thorington.”

State Treasurer John Schroder sand Lake Charles injury lawyer Hunter Lundy both release new gubernatorial campaign videos. Lundy, an Independent, says, as Governor, he’ll operate state government in the best interests of the public, not the special interests…:

CUT 13(08)      “…right then.”

Treasurer Schroder is a Republican; one of four declared in the race. He says education, improving the economy and reducing crime would be his major priorities…:

CUT 15(16)`    “…our community.”

So far, no Democrats have officially announced for the race.

Governor John Bel Edwards will present a budget for next fiscal year to lawmakers in a few weeks, with a surplus of over $700-million to invest. The governor says inflation is driving up the costs of ongoing infrastructure projects so some of the surplus dollars will go towards completing those projects…:

CUT 10(08)      “…opportunities left.”

He says he wants to complete as many infrastructure projects as possible before leaving office a year from now. The Governor’s Office reveals its budget plan February 17^th.

We all notice those gasoline prices coming back up. The statewide average cost of regular gas today is $3.06, though you can find gas as low at $2.49 in Alexandria. Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says where prices go from here is pretty much in OPEC’s hands…:

CUT 05(10)      “…the summer.”

He says, price-wise, we are about where we were a year ago.

Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in the shooting death of a cinematographer while making a western movie in 2021. The charge will be involuntary manslaughter. Baton Rouge criminal defense attorney Franz Borghardt says the Santa Fe, New Mexico district attorney has a tall task ahead, considering what is already known…:

CUT 07(07)      “…Mr. Baldwin.”

Baldwin insists he did not pull the trigger. He and weapons specialist Hannah Gutierrez Reed are charged in the death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film “Rust.”  If convicted he could face up to 18 months in prison.

Five Opelousas students are under arrest for allegedly making threats of violence that put Opelousas High on lockdown Tuesday. The threat was made via telephone. A group of students reportedly conspired to do the hoax. The five arrested are charged with Terrorizing. More arrests are expected.

State Treasurer John Schroder and Lake Charles Attorney Hunter Lundy released their gubernatorial announcement ads today. Lundy is running as an independent and – at the moment – he’s the only non-Republican in the race…:

CUT 12(10)      “…I’ll do.”

Lundy describes himself as a Christian, a lawyer and a small businessman.

Treasurer Schroder served in the state House of Representatives for over ten years, and was elected State Treasurer in 2017. The businessman from Covington wants to make Louisiana a great state…:

CUT 14(08)      “…fat cats last.”

Schroder says education, improving the economy and reducing crime are his major priorities. The two join Attorney General Jeff Landry, state Representative Richard Nelson and state Senator Sharon Hewitt as declared candidates.

Prices at the pump are creeping back up. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 01(30)      “…Thorington.”

We know a bit more about the Baton Rouge cop arrested for domestic abuse battery and malfeasance. 27-year-old Officer Michael Mitchel is accused of pistol-whipping his girlfriend while in uniform. He allegedly also pointed his weapon at the woman and threatened to shoot her. He’s been booked into parish jail and faces probable termination.

Prices at the pump are creeping back up. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in New Mexico for the shooting death of a film crew member in 2021. Jeff Palermo talks with a Louisiana legal expert…:

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

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You might have noticed you’re paying more at the pump, and according to Triple-A the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Louisiana is up to $3.06. Triple-A fuel analyst  Don Redman says that’s up 30 cents from a month ago and despite low demand and a healthy supply…

Cut 3 (07) “…$80 a barrel.” 

Redman traditionally gas prices in January are among the lowest due to a decrease in demand. Just a month ago oil prices hovered around $70 a barrel and it looked as if gas prices were going to stabilize into Spring. He says however all of that reversed upon reports of an improving economy.

Cut 4 (11)  “…higher prices.” 

With the uptick in oil prices credited to economic improvements, Redman says as for the outlook on gas prices, OPEC’s output will play a large factor.

Cut 5 (10) “…the summer.”

Redman says prices are very similar to where we were a year ago and 2022 was a record-breaking year for high gas prices.

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Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in the shooting death of a cinematographer while making a western movie in 2021. The charge will be involuntary manslaughter. Baton Rouge criminal defense attorney Franz Borghardt says a conviction will require proving Baldwin was grossly negligent in the shooting, which won’t be easy for prosecutors…:

Cut 6 (07)  “…likely to be loaded.” 

Baldwin insists he did not pull the trigger. He and weapons specialist Hannah Gutierrez Reed are charged in the death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film “Rust.” Borghardt feels the Santa Fe, New Mexico district attorney has a tall task ahead, considering what is already known…:

Cut 7 (07)  “…Mr. Baldwin.” 

A civil lawsuit filed against the film producers, by the victim’s husband and son, has been settled. Baldwin was not named in that suit. Borghardt says Baldwin will almost certainly have top-notch legal representation for a case that can often be hard to prove…:

Cut 8 (09)  “.represent Mr. Baldwin.” 

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Governor John bel Edwards will present a budget for next fiscal year to lawmakers in a few weeks, and the state has $728-million in a surplus money from the last fiscal year to spend. Governor Edwards says much of that money will go towards ongoing infrastructure projects that have gone up in price…

Cut 9 (09) “…inflation” 

Edwards will present his budget proposal to state lawmakers on February 17th. The governor says inflation is driving up the costs of ongoing infrastructure projects so some of the surplus dollars will go towards completing those projects

Cut 10 (08) “…left” 

Edwards is entering the final year in office and is trying to get as many infrastructure projects done. He says there will be hundreds of millions of dollars in surplus money and even recurring dollars spent on improving roads and ports…

Cut 11 (12)  “…some degree”

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State Treasurer John Schroder and Lake Charles Attorney Hunter Lundy released their gubernatorial announcement ads today. Lundy is running as an independent and – at the moment – he’s the only non-Republican in the race…

Cut 12 (10) “…I’ll do.”

Lundy describes himself as a Christian, a lawyer and a small businessman. He says he’ll operate state government in the best interests of the public, not the special interests….

Cut 13 (09) “right then” 

Schroder served in the Louisiana House of Representatives for over ten years and he was elected State Treasurer in 2017. The businessman from Covington wants to make Louisiana a great state…

Cut 14 (08)   “…fat cats last.”

Schroder says education, improving the economy and reducing crime are his major priorities…

Cut 15 (16) “… our community”

Next month, Governor Edwards will present a budget for next fiscal year to lawmakers and the state has 728-million dollars in a surplus money from the last fiscal year to spend. Governor Edwards says much of that money will go towards ongoing infrastructure projects that have gone up in price…:

CUT 09(09)      “…because of inflation.”

Edwards will present his budget on February 17th.

Gasoline prices continue their upward trend. The statewide average price of regular is now at $3.06, though it can be found as cheap as $2.49 in Alexandria. Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says just a month ago oil was much cheaper and fuel prices were trending downward, however all of that reversed upon reports of an improving economy…:

CUT 04(11)      :…higher prices.”

Actor Alec Baldwin will be charged in New Mexico for the shooting death of a film crew member in 2021. Jeff Palermo talks with a Louisiana legal expert…:

CUT 02(31)      “…Palermo.”

And now today’s markets….