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Louisiana law enforcement is participating in “The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired driving during the Fourth of July holiday. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says between 2019 to 2023, 339 people were injured or killed in car crashes across the state during the Fourth of July holiday involving impaired drivers, and with the extra law enforcement out it adds an extra incentive to not drink and drive.

Cut 12 (09) “…few to many.”

From the roadway to the waterway — LDWF agents will participate in Operation Dry Water this weekend, targeting impaired boating. Lieutenant Garrett Kimbal encourages people to practice responsible boating this weekend.

Cut 14 (09) “…boating class.”

Police in Lake Charles shoot and kill a man who they say opened fire on them. Police Chief Shawn Caldwell says officers responded after a driver called 911 to say that someone was pointing a gun at traffic.

Cut 15 (07) “…shot at her.”

A tragic accident claimed the life of a two-year-old boy in Baton Rouge earlier this week.  According to investigators, the child ran in front of a moving car, leading to the collision. Amber Rollins, the director of kids and car safety, says there has been an increase in front-overs injuries and fatalities in children.

Cut 5 (07) “…trucks and SUV’s.”

A tragic accident claimed the life of a two-year-old boy in Baton Rouge earlier this week.  According to investigators, the child ran in front of a moving car, leading to the collision. Amber Rollins, the director of kids and car safety, says it’s called a front-over that happens in driveways and parking lots.

Cut 4 (11) “…of the vehicle.”

Louisiana law enforcement is participating in “The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired driving during the Fourth of July holiday. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says the campaign promotes safety on the roadway.

Cut 11 (10) “…drinking and driving.”

From the roadway to the waterway — LDWF agents will participate in Operation Dry Water this weekend, targeting impaired boating. Lieutenant Garrett Kimbal says the campaign is part of a national effort, and it aims to reduce boating under the influence during the busy Fourth of July weekend.

Cut 13 (11)  “…last year.”

After months of fierce debate, Congress has passed the Big, Beautiful Bill by the July 4th deadline that President Trump had set. One of the biggest points of contention related to Medicaid. Congressman Steve Scalise noted that under the new requirements, those who are able to work will now be required to do so in order to receive Medicaid benefits.

Cut 7 (09) “…playing video games.”

President Trump will sign the Big Beautiful Bill in a July fourth ceremony at the White House this afternoon. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the legislation lower taxes, secures the border, and unleashes American energy dominance…

Cut 30 (14) “…One Big Beautiful Bill”

But Democrats call it he Big Ugly Bill. Democrats point out that the bill strips 900-billion dollars from Medicaid and will ultimately strip health care coverage from 17-million Americans. Reagan Carter, the director of health and policy and governmental affairs at the Louisiana Primary Care Association, says that will have a ripple effect on health care centers.

Cut 9 (08)  “…end up closing.”

Louisiana Senate President Cameron Henry says Louisiana’s Legislature may need a special session to rearrange dollars to adequately fund hospitals.

A two-year-old boy was run over in a driveway and killed earlier this week in Baton Rouge. Sean Richardson has more.

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is increasing their patrols this weekend, looking for intoxicated operators. LDWF Lt. Garrett Kimble says it’s Operation Dry Water…

Cut 13 (11) “…last year”

President Donald Trump is expected to sign the One Big Beautiful Bill this afternoon. The legislation funds the President’s domestic agenda and Republicans say it will also provide American families with tax relief. Democrats are concerned about a massive cut to health care. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the legislation reforms the Medicaid program by forcing able bodied adults to work….

Cut 8 (08) “…Mr. Speaker”

State Police is investigating a fatal officer involved shooting that took place in a Lake Charles residential neighborhood yesterday morning. Authorities say the man who was fatally shot, shot at officers three separate times for unknown reasons. Chief Shawn Caldwell says the violent scene ended when the suspect came running out of a shed and firing his gun at SWAT officers…

Cut 17 (07) “….from his injuries”

Six officers are on administrative leave.

Louisiana law enforcement is participating in “The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired driving during the Fourth of July holiday. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says the campaign promotes safety on the roadway.

Cut 11 (10) “…drinking and driving.”

Fischer says between 2019 to 2023, 339 people were injured or killed in car crashes across the state during the Fourth of July holiday involving impaired drivers.

Louisiana Department and Wildlife and Fisheries Agents are also participating in Operation Dry Water this Fourth of July Weekend, which means LDWF agents will be patrolling state waterways looking for impaired boat operators. Lt. Garrett Kimble says…

Cut 14 (09) “…boating class”

A DWI on the water in Louisiana carries the same penalties as on the road.

After months of fierce debate, Congress has passed the Big, Beautiful Bill by the July 4th deadline that President Trump had set. One of the biggest points of contention related to Medicaid. Congressman Steve Scalise noted that under the new requirements, those who can work will now be required to do so to receive Medicaid benefits.

Cut 7 (09) “…playing video games.”

Democratic Louisiana Congressman Cleo Fields says about 260-thousand people in our state will lose health insurance as a direct result of this bill. Fields says the bill also puts over 30 of Louisiana’s rural hospitals at risk of closure. Jeff Reynolds, the executive director of the Louisiana Rural Hospital Coalition, says if medical centers close, that will have a negative effect on the overall economy of rural communities.

Cut 10 (09) “…receive those services?”

Police in Lake Charles shoot and kill a man who they say opened fire on them in a neighborhood. Police Chief Shawn Caldwell says officers responded after a driver called 911 to say that someone was pointing a gun at traffic.

Cut 15 (07) “…shot at her.”

Caldwell says as more officers arrived, the suspect shot at another officer and then ran into a nearby shed. The chief says the man eventually came out of the shed running towards SWAT officers and firing at them. An officer returned fire, shooting the suspect, who died at a local hospital.

This week in East Baton Rouge Parish a two-year-old boy died after he ran in front of a car pulling into a driveway. The director of Kids and car safety Amber Rollins says 60 children are run over by slow, forward moving vehicles in parking lots and driveways every week…

Cut 5 (07) “…trucks and SUVs”

A two-year-old boy was run over in a driveway and killed earlier this week in Baton Rouge. Sean Richardson has more.

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After months of fierce debate, Congress has sent the Big, Beautiful Bill to President Trump’s desk. Andrew Greenstein explains.

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Law enforcement will be out in numbers this weekend looking for impaired drivers for the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Colleen Crain has the story.

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A tragic accident claimed the life of a two-year-old boy in Baton Rouge earlier this week.  According to investigators, the child ran in front of a moving car, leading to the collision. Amber Rollins, the director of kids and car safety, says it’s called a front-over that happens in driveways and parking lots.

Cut 4 (11) “…of the vehicle.”

Rollins says there has been an increase in front-overs injuries and fatalities in children.

Cut 5 (07) “…trucks and SUV’s.”

Rollins says parking lots and driveways are extremely dangerous and people can get in a habit of losing situational awareness when entering and exiting parking spots. She urges drivers to stay aware and be mindful going into this busy holiday weekend.

Cut 6 (08) “…take extra precautions.”

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After months of fierce debate, Congress has passed the Big, Beautiful Bill by the July 4th deadline that President Trump had set. One of the biggest points of contention related to Medicaid. Congressman Steve Scalise noted that under the new requirements, those who are able to work will now be required to do so in order to receive Medicaid benefits.

Cut 7 (09) “…playing video games.”

Scalise says those people have been crowding disabled people out of the Medicaid program.

Cut 8 (08) “…jobs, Mr. Speaker.”

However, Democrats point out that the bill strips 900-billion dollars from Medicaid and will ultimately strip health care coverage from 17-million Americans. Reagan Carter, the director of health and policy and governmental affairs at the Louisiana Primary Care Association, says that will have a ripple effect on health care centers.

Cut 9 (08)  “…end up closing.”

Jeff Reynolds, the executive director of the Louisiana Rural Hospital Coalition, says if medical centers close, that will have a negative effect on the overall economy of rural communities.

Cut 10 (09) “…receive those services?”

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Louisiana law enforcement is participating in “The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, targeting impaired driving during the Fourth of July holiday. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says the campaign promotes safety on the roadway.

Cut 11 (10) “…drinking and driving.”

Fischer says between 2019 to 2023, 339 people were injured or killed in car crashes across the state during the Fourth of July holiday involving impaired drivers, and with the extra law enforcement out it adds an extra incentive to not drink and drive.

Cut 12 (09) “…few to many.”

From the roadway to the waterway — LDWF agents will participate in Operation Dry Water this weekend, targeting impaired boating. Lieutenant Garrett Kimbal says the campaign is part of a national effort, and it aims to reduce boating under the influence during the busy Fourth of July weekend.

Cut 13 (11)  “…last year.”

Between 2020 and 2024, there were 96 boating fatalities in Louisiana, with alcohol being a factor in 21 of those. A DWI on the water in Louisiana carries the same penalties as on the road. Kimbal encourages people to practice responsible boating this weekend.

Cut 14 (09) “…boating class.”

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Police in Lake Charles shoot and kill a man who they say opened fire on them. Police Chief Shawn Caldwell says officers responded after a driver called 911 to say that someone was pointing a gun at traffic.

Cut 15 (07) “…shot at her.”

Chief Caldwell says after shooting at a second officer, the man ran into a residential neighborhood and barricaded himself inside a shed. A standoff ensued.

Cut 16 (10) “…firing at them.”

Caldwell says a short time later, it all came to an end.

Cut 17 (07)  “…from his injuries.”

Louisiana State Police has taken over the investigation. No officers were hurt; all officers who opened fire are placed on paid administrative leave, as per standard operating procedure, during the investigation.

The latest LEAP test results show that overall student proficiency among students in grades three through eight is up a percentage point, with 35-percent achieving Mastery or above. Erin Bendily, the senior vice president of the Pelican Institute, notes, however, that when students through high school are factored in, the results are flat. 

Cut 3 (14) “…the last year.”

Fireworks will be popping tonight and tomorrow as America celebrates its 249th birthday. State Fire Marshal spokesman Ken Pastorick says there are more than 600 fireworks stands, with all needing to be properly licensed by the State Fire Marshal’s office.

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Pastorick says you can report suspicious or illegal fireworks sales to the state.

A three-year-old West Baton Rouge Parish girl drowns in a neighbor’s swimming pool. The sheriff’s office says Jacie Lee walked out of the garage of her Port Allen home yesterday afternoon while her family was inside. Sergeant Landon Groger says this is why it’s so important for parents to be aware of where their kids are at all times.

Cut 7 (10) “…of the garage.”

This year’s Fourth of July barbecue is going to cost you a little more money. State Agriculture Secretary Mike Strain says beef is up seven-percent and ground beef is up ten-percent. And he says other meat prices have been up year over year as well.

Cut 13 (06)  “…ham over 4-percent.”

The American Farm Bureau Federation estimates that this year, an average cookout for ten people will cost about 70 dollars.

Today in a 218 to 214 vote, the U. S. House gave final legislative passage for President Trump’s sweeping tax cut and spending bill. Two Republicans and every Democrat in the House voted against the measure. New Orleans Democratic Congressman Troy Carter says Trump’s Big Ugly Bill will increase energy costs by 400-dollars per household, give tax breaks to the rich, and rip away health coverage from 17 million Americans. House Speaker Mike Johnson says the One Big Beautiful Bill will provide tax relief for the middle class and save every American from a tax increase…

Cut 16 (10) “…on the bill.”

With the latest LEAP test results showing overall student proficiency up a percentage point for third to eighter graders but down a point for high schoolers. Erin Bendily with the Pelican Institute, says while the state has certainly come a long way in the last few years, we still has a way to go.

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Fireworks will be popping tonight and tomorrow as America celebrates its 249th birthday. State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ken Pastorick says if you plan to shoot fireworks, make sure you are 200 feet away from buildings and vehicles, never let children handle fireworks, light one firework at a time and do not use fireworks impaired by alcohol or drugs.

Cut 9 (10)  “…eleven deaths.”

And Planning a 4th of July barbecue expect higher prices for some staples, with beef up seven-percent, ground beef up ten-percent and potatoes and pork n beans also costing more, according to Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain.

Cut 12 (11) “…over a year ago.”