The acting police chief in Cheneyville, a town of less than 500 in Rapides Parish, finds himself on the other side of the law. State Police Master Trooper Casey Wallace says 37-year-old Charles Isaac is charged with molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery of a child under the age of 13.

Cut 3 (13) “…to that individual.”

Three people are arrested for allegedly stealing a 64-pound, solid silver statue of Abraham Lincoln from the Houmas House Estate and Gardens in Ascension Parish. Houmas House owner Kevin Kelly says the statue was cut up in several pieces, and some parts were sold at a pawn shop and a gold and silver shop in Metairie.

Cut 6 (09) “…it is.”

The website RV Trader is out with its rankings for the best tailgating destinations in the SEC, and LSU came in at number one. Scott Smith, a tailgating expert with RV Trader, says many factors rose LSU to the top.

Cut 9 (12)  “…really a festival.”

It’s going to be “Return of the Mac” in New Orleans Sunday as former Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is expected to get the start for the 49ers with Brock Purdy injured. Saints Defensive end Cam Jordan says although Jones is not very mobile, it will be important for the Saints’ pass rush to throw him off his timing and make him uncomfortable.

Cut 15 (13) “…his spot.”

The LSU rush attack comes in at 85^th in the country, averaging just 118 yards on the ground a game. Head coach Brian Kelly knows the overall offense needs to better and he says that he wants to make sure that his team wins the line of scrimmage when it plays Florida on Saturday.

Cut 12 (14) “…doing it”

Kickoff to a sold-out Tiger Stadium will be at 6:30 p.m.

UL-Lafayette travels to Columbia, Missouri to face the number twenty-five Missouri Tigers on Saturday at noon central time.

Tulane will host Duke on Saturday at 7 p.m. Emotions are going to run high in Yulman Stadium as starting Blue Devil quarterback Darian Mensah returns to New Orleans for the first time since transferring from the Green Wave in the offseason.

Louisiana Tech opens up conference play in Ruston on Saturday night at 6:30 p.m. where the Bulldogs will face New Mexico State. Head coach Sonny Cumbie has yet to name a starting quarterback.

Former Patriots starting quarterback Mac Jones is expected to get the start in New Orleans for the San Francisco 49ers with Brock Purdy injured. Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan says that although Jones is not very mobile, it will be important for the New Orleans pass rush to throw him off his timing and make him uncomfortable.

Cut 15 (13) “…his spot.”

Southern football looks to bounce back on Saturday after being blown out at home against Alabama State last week. Southern travels to California to face the Fresno State Bulldogs at 9 p.m. central. Junior Cam’Ron McCoy will get the start for the Jags at quarterback.

After defeating Murray State in Georgia last week, Southeastern is back home Saturday to host the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils at 6 p.m.

The Grambling State Tigers host the Kentucky State Thorobreds Saturday at 6 p.m.

McNeese State will host Weber State at 6 p.m. on Saturday.

The case of the stolen Abraham Lincoln statue appears to be solved, but the statue is in pieces, and its owner is upset. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

A Southern University Law professor is suspended and will likely be fired for her social media post about the murder of Charlie Kirk. Southern Board Chairman, Tony Clayton said her behavior was prejudicial to the university and that Kelly Carmena’s comment saying she would 1000% wish death on people like Kirk was tantamount to participating in inciting violence and that it would not be tolerated at Southern.

With sophomore tight end Trey’Dez Green listed as a game-time decision with an MCL sprain, LSU will have to rely heavily on Bauer Sharp to be effective against Florida Saturday night. Head coach Brian Kelly likes the traits and intensity Sharp brings to the field each week.

Cut 13 (13)  “…four quarters.”

And on Sunday, the Saints defense will have to contain one of the most dangerous offensive players in the league in 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey. Linebacker Demario Davis says that McCaffrey’s versatility makes it difficult for defenses to stop him.

Cut 14 (14) “…too much.”

A Shreveport couple is charged with felony government benefits fraud. The Louisiana Bureau of Investigation says 42-year-old Ebony Taylor didn’t disclose her marital status and she with her husband 39-year-old Andre Jackson concealed their true income when they applied for Medicaid for themselves and their children. Turns out they own several tracts of land in Caddo Parish including their home valued at over $650,000. They also added a pool and spa for $94,000, financed an $80,000 BMW, took expensive vacations and paid for luxuries including cosmetic surgery. They’re accused of defrauding the Medicaid program of approximately $127,000.

Acting Cheneyville police chief has been accused of victimizing a child. Master Trooper Casey Wallace says 37-year-old Charles Isaac is charged with molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery of a child under the age of 13. Wallace says if found guilty, he will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law, regardless of his role in law enforcement.

Cut 5 (14) “…for the law.”

The RV Trader website ranks LSU as the number one destination for tailgating in the SEC. RV Trader tailgating expert, Scott Smith says tailgating at LSU is more like a festival and LSU likes to share their culture.

Cut 11 (14) “…and the inclusiveness.”

After the tailgating this Saturday, LSU hosts Florida and their rush attack comes in at 85^th in the country, averaging just 118 yards on the ground a game. Head coach Brian Kelly knows the overall offense needs to be better and he says that he wants to make sure that his team wins the line of scrimmage.

Cut 12 (14) “…doing it”

A small-town police chief in Rapides Parish is accused of victimizing a child. Andrew Greenstein has the story.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A Southern University Law professor is suspended and will likely be fired for her social media post about the murder of Charlie Kirk. Southern Board Chairman, Tony Clayton said her behavior was prejudicial to the university and that Kelly Carmena’s comment saying she would 1000% wish death on people like Kirk was tantamount to participating in inciting violence and that it would not be tolerated at Southern.

Three people have been arrested for allegedly breaking into Houmas House in Ascension Parish, stealing and cutting up a solid silver statue of Abraham Lincoln worth an estimated 166-thousand dollars. Houmas House owner Kevin Kelly says many of his guests called the statue their favorite item on the tour and he says he’ll try to display it again, but Lincoln’s head is missing.

Cut 8 (14) “..what it was.”

The three people arrested are 28-year-old Steve Coronado of Raceland, 20-year-old Alma Fontenot of New Iberia and 49-year-old Bruce Shelvin of Avondale.

LSU is ranked the number one tailgating destination in the SEC by the website, RV Trader. Tailgating expert with RV Trader, Scott Smith says Louisiana’s world-famous cuisine had a lot to do with LSU taking the top spot.

Cut 10 (11) “…part of that.”

He also says LSU tailgaters are happy to share their culture with others.

The acting police chief in a small town in Rapides Parish finds himself on the other side of the law. 37-year-old Charles Isaac is charged with molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery of a child under the age of 13. State Police Master Trooper Casey Wallace says despite Isaac being the acting police chief in Cheneyville, he will be treated like any other defendant.

Cut 4 (14) “…citizens of Louisiana.”

The website RV Trader is out with its rankings for the best tailgating destinations in the SEC, and LSU came in at number one. Scott Smith, a tailgating expert with RV Trader, says many factors rose LSU to the top.

Cut 9 (12)  “…really a festival.”

The case of the stolen Abraham Lincoln statue appears to be solved, but the statue is in pieces, and its owner is upset. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Several people have been leaving their thoughts on the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media, and that’s been getting some in trouble with their employers. That includes a now-former employee of Acadian Ambulance who posted something that the company said was not reflective of its mission or its values.

The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of three people who allegedly stole an Abraham Lincoln statue from the Houmas House and Gardens. Houmas House Owner Kevin Kelly believes more people were involved…

Cut 7 (15) “…Houmas House even exists’

Kelly says the statue has been cut up and it was a pawn shop owner in Metairie who alerted authorities that he had the stolen statue.

It’s never too late to chase your dreams. 66-year-old Kent Broussard is a national news story. The retired accountant has gone back to college and he’s also a member of the Golden Band from Tigerland.

Cut 20 (06) “…that so far.”

He’ll be in Tiger Stadium when LSU hosts Florida tomorrow night.

The acting police chief in Cheneyville, a town of less than 500 in Rapides Parish, finds himself on the other side of the law. State Police Trooper Casey Wallace says 37-year-old Charles Isaac is charged with molestation of a juvenile and sexual battery of a child under the age of 13.

Cut 3 (13) “…to that individual.”

Wallace says Isaac was not on duty when the alleged abuse occurred.

If you absolutely must have your oyster fix, use caution at least until the temperature cools down. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Through the first two weeks of the season, the LSU defense has allowed only 17 total points and ranks 11^th nationally in total defense. Junior linebacker Whit Weeks says that even though the Tigers have had a decent start, he knows they can be even better.

Cut 18 (15) “…right now.”

On Thursday night, Dunham quarterback Elijah Haven, who is ranked as the composite number one QB in the nation in the class of 2027, lifted the Tigers to a 63- 42 win over Live Oak. Haven completed 21-of-his-30 passes for a remarkable 402 yards and six touchdowns.  On the ground, Haven rushed for 133 yards on 10 rushes with two touchdowns. Haven’s eight touchdowns and total yards marked career highs for the highly touted junior quarterback.

Louisiana Tech will open up conference play against New Mexico State Saturday night at 6:30. Head coach Sonny Cumbie says he and the staff are still evaluating the quarterback room. Cumbie said the Bulldogs need more production at the position and believes this weekend will help them make a decision.

Cut 19 (13) “…be productive.”

After a week one victory at Oak Grove, Calvary travels to Monroe for a test against Neville High School. Neville is ranked as number four in this week’s Louisiana Sports Writers Association 5A poll after defeating Evangel last week by a score of 33- 32. Neville is looking to get back-to-back wins over Calvary after the Tigers defeated the Cavaliers 42-38 last season.

Catholic High will host St. Thomas More tonight in a blockbuster matchup. The Bears are coming off a promising 32-23 win over Destrehan. The Cougars are coming off of a season-opening loss to Carencro High.

A Baton Rouge man is living proof that you’re never too old to pursue your dreams. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (37) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Congratulations to the Southwood Cowboys, they ended the state’s longest losing streak in high school football. The Cowboys defeated Arcadia 16 to 15 at Lee Hedges Stadium to snap their 46-game losing streak.

Three people have been arrested for allegedly stealing a 64-pound, solid silver statue of former President Abraham Lincoln from the Houmas House Estate and Gardens in Ascension Parish. Houmas House owner Kevin Kelly says unfortunately the suspects cut up the statue in several pieces and sold parts at a pawn shop and a gold and silver shop in Metairie…

Cut 6 (09) “…it is.”

Kelly believes the three suspects have never been to Houmas House, so he’s wondering who put them up to breaking a window and stealing the statue.

After four people have died and several others became sick after eating raw oysters contaminated with the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, the LSU Ag Center is urging you to use caution before eating raw oysters. Seafood extension specialist Evelyn Watts says the risk is especially high during the summer.

Cut 4 (11) “…the warm months.”

Watts says your best bet is to wait until the weather cools off.