Now Former Deridder mayor, Misty Clanton Roberts, is facing rape charges. She was arrested this morning after an investigation by Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. The investigation has been turned over to Louisiana State Police. She’s accused of third-degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. On Friday, 42-year-old Roberts said she would be out for two weeks as she appointed Fire Chief Ken Harlow to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. She then resigned on Saturday.

The bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump will release its final report by December 31. The outcome of this probe could have significant implications for security measures surrounding former presidents and high-profile political figures in the future. Congressman Garret Graves says this can’t happen again…

Cut 5 (05)  “…the United States.”

Graves says the task force is expected to work closely with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and provide comprehensive findings.

August is set to be the second-busiest month in an above-average Atlantic hurricane season. Mel Bridges has the details.

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Former LSU beach volleyball standouts Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss continue their Olympic run today against China. While most US teams are based in California, Kloth and Nuss chose to stay and train in Baton Rouge after playing together at LSU.  Tigers beach volleyball coach says local club Mangos hosts watch parties for their matches…

Cut 12 (10) “…just a lot of fun.”

The pair will take the court at 3 P.M.