The OMV rolls out a new system designed to support driver licenses, ID cards, credential management and future digital government services, replacing the previous half-century-old technology. Governor Landry says the CHAMP system will save taxpayers 30-million dollars and will make for an easier experience.

Cut 15 (10) “…vehicle registration system.”

Louisiana is closing the digital divide at among the fastest rates in the country. Veneeth Iyengar (EYE-in-gar), the executive director of Connect-L-A, says whereas other states could take as long as six years to fully close the digital divide, Louisiana is on pace to do so in just two more years.

Cut 5 (13) “…100-percent.”

The East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office has opened an investigation into a reported rape involving an LSU student athlete. Jeff Palermo has more…

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A former high school band director is arrested on juvenile sex allegations. The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office says the alleged victim, who’s now an adult, came forward and accused 56-year-old Kevin Williams of sexual abuse over the course of several years while in the Haughton High School band program. Bossier Schools says Williams is no longer employed by the district.

An LSU student alleges she was raped by a football player, and the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office is investigating her allegation. Jeff Palermo has more.

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State Police arrest 32 people over the weekend in response to increased criminal activity in Ouachita and Morehouse parishes. State Trooper Ryan Davis says most of them were fugitives.

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A Kenner business owner is accused of recording people inside the bathroom of his business. A woman discovered a camera mounted underneath the sink when she used the bathroom at the business owned by 57-year-old Henry Rios. Kenner Deputy Police Chief Mark McCormick says detectives seized three additional concealed surveillance cameras last week, and a search of those cameras uncovered some startling findings.

Cut 13 (07) “…videos or images.”

And McCormick says that’s likely just the tip of the iceberg, as detectives have also recovered 13 thumb drives, five memory cards and a hidden camera disguised as an LED alarm clock. 

Not everyone believes Governor Landry’s idea of halting diesel exports for 90 days is the answer to getting prices under control. In fact, the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says that will only have the opposite effect. President Tommy Faucheux says diesel pipelines are already operating at capacity.

Cut 3 (08) “…to export them.”

East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore is investigating an alleged rape involving an LSU football player. On TikTok, LSU student Kendall Danielle says the player admitted during a Title Nine investigation to raping her last October. The player, whose name has not been made public, was suspended by LSU for one year but has since been allowed to return to campus.

Cut 9 (08)  “…similar to this.”

A Kenner business owner is accused of recording people inside the bathroom of his business. Kenner Deputy Police Chief Mark McCormick says a woman used the bathroom at the business owned by 57-year-old Henry Rios earlier this month and discovered a camera mounted underneath the sink.

Cut 12 (09) “…using the bathroom.” 

A subsequent investigation has so far confirmed three victims, although detectives believe there are many more.

The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says Governor Landry’s plan to rein in diesel prices is counterproductive. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

State Police detectives are investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Jefferson Davis Parish. According to the preliminary investigation, deputies found a man lying in a ditch behind the gas station he’s suspected of robbing. They say when he charged at them with a knife, a deputy shot the man. The suspect is being treated at a hospital. No deputies were injured.

An LSU student alleges she was raped by a football player, and the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office is investigating her allegation. Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

State Police arrest 32 people over the weekend in response to increased criminal activity in Ouachita and Morehouse parishes. State Trooper Ryan Davis says most of them were fugitives.

Cut 7 (06) “…court system.”

A Kenner business owner is facing felony charges for allegedly recording people inside the bathroom of his business. According to his LinkedIn profile, 57-year-old Henry Rios owns a sign and banner shop called ETC NOLA. Kenner Deputy Police Chief Mark McCormick is urging businesses which have done work with Rios to thoroughly inspect their workplaces.

Cut 14 (07) “…in our community.”

The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says Governor Landry’s plan to rein in diesel prices by suspending exports for 90 days will only have the opposite effect. President Tommy Faucheux says with diesel pipelines already operating at capacity, halting exports will only cause a chain reaction series of events which will ultimately raise not only diesel prices, but also gasoline prices.

Cut 4 (10) “…that they produce.”

East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore is investigating an alleged rape involving an LSU football player. The accuser is an LSU student who has detailed her allegations on TikTok. She says the alleged rape happened in October of 2025 and claims the player admitted to the assault during an LSU Title Nine investigation. The player was suspended by LSU for one year following that investigation, but has since been allowed to return to campus

Cut 9 (08)  “…similar to this.”

The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says Governor Landry’s idea of halting diesel exports for 90 days in an effort to rein in prices will only have the opposite effect. President Tommy Faucheux says diesel pipelines are already operating at capacity.

Cut 3 (08) “…to export them.”

Governor Landry announces the state is investing 100-million dollars into Louisiana’s fortified roof program, which provides grants of up to 10-thousand dollars to install a fortified roof. Landry says those roofs are designed to withstand hurricane-force winds — and can also help lower homeowners insurance premiums.

Cut 13 (12)  “…again and again.” 

By the end of today, we will officially be in Fall. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says fall officially arrives in Louisiana just after seven o’ clock tonight.

Cut 7 (10) “…the winter solstice.”

Keim says the long-range forecast is calling for normal temperatures during the fall, but wetter than normal because of El Nino conditions.

Governor Jeff Landry announces the state is investing 100-million dollars into Louisiana’s fortified roof program, which helps homeowners pay for stronger, more storm-resistant roofs. Landry says the benefits of fortified roofs go beyond individual homeowners, saying if enough homes in a neighborhood or community have fortified roofs, even homeowners without one can benefit.

Cut 15 (08) “…the other homes.”

The first certified fortified roof was installed on a Louisiana home in November 2023. Since then, officials say 55-hundred homeowners have received grants to install a fortified roof.

Oberlin High School in Allen Parish has an interim head football coach. Corey Holmes is heading the program after a fight between Head Coach Robert Etheridge and Jaden Brasseaux marred Oberlin’s homecoming game against Centerville. The game was cancelled after halftime, and Centerville was awarded the 36-6 win. Etheridge and Brasseaux are both charged with simple battery.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is in Japan on a ten-day trip aimed at boosting tourism from that country. Nungesser says prior trips have yielded very good results.

Cut 5 (13) “…coming to Louisiana.”

Nungesser says Japan is the number-two international traveler to America, and he wants to attract as many of those travelers as he can.

By the end of today, we will officially be in Fall. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the state could use the rain as some areas of Louisiana are experiencing severe drought conditions.

Cut 9 (08)  “…a good thing.”

Keim says the long-range forecast is calling for normal temperatures during the fall, but wetter than normal because of El Nino conditions.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is working to lure another country’s residents to visit Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein tells us where that mission takes him now.

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Fall officially arrives tonight. Kace Kieschnick reports on what this means for our weather.

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Louisiana is investing 100-million dollars in federal and state dollars into the fortified roof program. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is in Japan on a ten-day trip aimed at boosting tourism from that country. Nungesser points out that Japan is the number-two international traveler to America, and he wants to attract as many of those travelers as he can.

Cut 4 (14) “…come to Louisiana.”

Nungesser says prior trips have yielded very good results.

Cut 5 (13) “…coming to Louisiana.”

Nungesser says international travelers want to make the most out of their time in the U.S., and Nungesser says that’s why it’s important to promote the entire state.

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By the end of today, we will officially be in Fall. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says fall officially arrives in Louisiana just after seven o’ clock tonight…

Cut 7 (10) “…the winter solstice.”

Keim says the long-range forecast is calling for normal temperatures during the fall, but wetter than normal because of El Nino conditions…

Cut 8 (07) “…I would anticipate.”

Keim says the state could use the rain as some areas of Louisiana are experiencing severe drought conditions.

Cut 9 (08)  “…a good thing.”

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This week is Voter Registration Week in Louisiana. Trey Williams with the Louisiana secretary of state’s office says it’s a great occasion to make sure things are in order ahead of the November 3rd election.

Cut 10 (15) “…the upcoming ballot.”

Of course, people can register to vote at any time if they haven’t already done so, but Williams says the office uses this week to promote voter registration, because there are a pair of key deadlines coming up.

Cut 11 (15) “…by October 13th.”

Williams says once you register, you will remain registered – but it’s your responsibility to keep your registration up to date.

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Governor Jeff Landry announces the state is investing 100-million dollars into Louisiana’s fortified roof program, which helps homeowners pay for stronger, more storm-resistant roofs. The program provides grants of up to 10-thousand dollars to install a fortified roof. Landry says those roofs are designed to withstand hurricane-force winds — and can also help lower homeowners insurance premiums.

Cut 13 (12)  “…again and again.”

The first certified fortified roof was installed on a Louisiana home in November 2023. Since then, officials say 55-hundred homeowners have received grants to install a fortified roof.

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says Louisiana has the fastest growing fortified roof grant program in the country and hopes to hand out five-thousand more grants by the end of the year. He says improving the resilience of homes is key to reducing insurance losses.

Cut 14 (09) “…experienced in Louisiana.”

Landry says the additional 100-million dollars combines state and federal funding, including unspent hurricane recovery money from previous disasters.

He says the benefits of fortified roofs go beyond individual homeowners. If enough homes in a neighborhood or community have fortified roofs, Landry says even homeowners without one can benefit.

Cut 15 (08) “…the other homes.”

Landry says 48-thousand homeowners have registered with the Louisiana Department of Insurance to receive a fortified roof grant.

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LSU football coach Lane Kiffin says the Tigers will have to bounce back from an emotional 32-24 loss to Ole Miss. He says that after watching the film on Monday, the Tigers felt like they lost the game because of missed opportunities.

Cut 16 (14) “…this morning seeing.”

Quarterback Sam Leavitt missed some open receivers that would have been critical touchdowns late in the game. Kiffin says he explained to the team how the early pass rush from the Rebels affected him as the game went on.

Cut 17 (17) “…job with that.”

Kiffin says the team was down about the loss initially and then was disheartened again when they saw how winnable the game was.

Cut 18 (17) “…lose another game.”

LSU hosts 23rd-ranked Texas A&M on Saturday. Both teams are coming off losses in their SEC openers.

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Saints starting left tackle Kelvin Banks will miss significant time as he undergoes surgery for a high ankle sprain suffered against the Ravens. 2023 fifth-round pick Asim Richards will fill his spot. Richards played nearly 400 snaps after the Saints traded for him last season, and he says that experience goes a long way.

Cut 19 (11) “…the offense rolling.”

Head coach Kellen Moore says Banks could return later in the season, but his status will be re-evaluated. Moore says the Saints have shown their resilience through their first two games against the Lions and the Ravens.

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If you thought gasoline was expensive, that’s nothing compared to diesel, which is now averaging more than six dollars a gallon. In an effort to get diesel prices under control, Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day pause on diesel exports. In an interview with CNBC, Landry blames Washington for allowing diesel prices to spiral out of control.

Cut 6 (10) “…fuel on supply.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says President Trump’s nominee to head the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, should learn about the state’s seafood industry as part of her confirmation process. Nungesser expressed that sentiment in a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy, saying tariffs on shrimp imports are a good start, but it’s only a starting point.

Cut 3 (11) “…up their act.”

LSU’s star tight end has avoided surgery after injuring his knee in the loss against Ole Miss, but he is expected to miss some time. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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The injury bug has also hit the Saints, who evened their record at 1-and-1 by beating the Ravens yesterday. Left tackle Kelvin Banks, the team’s first-round draft pick in 2025, went down late in the game with a high ankle sprain and will undergo surgery. Head coach Kellen Moore says Banks could return, albeit late in the season.

Louisiana is putting another 100-million dollars into the fortified roof program. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says Louisiana has the fastest fortified roof grant program in the country. He says improving the resilience of homes is key to reducing insurance losses.

Cut 14 (10) “…in Louisiana.”

Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day ban on diesel exports with diesel now averaging more than six dollars a gallon in Louisiana. In an appearance on CNBC, Landry says while the overall solution needs to be wide-ranging, his temporary export moratorium is a start.

Cut 8 (08) “…prices to fall.”

The Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association says halting diesel exports would force refineries to reduce production, which would also decrease the production of gasoline. 

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says Dr. Heidi Overton, President Trump’s nominee to lead the EPA, should visit Louisiana to learn about the issues surrounding the state’s seafood industry. Nungesser says it needs strong safeguards to protect not only the people who eat the seafood, but also the people who catch the seafood locally.

Cut 5 (08) “…a lot safer.”

LSU defensive back Dashawn Spears will reportedly miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL during Saturday night’s loss to Ole Miss. Head Coach Lane Kiffin says not having Spears will be a big loss for the defense.

Cut 10 (12) “…on defense.”

Wide Receiver Trey’Dez Green is also expected to miss some time after spraining his knee Saturday night.

With diesel now averaging more than six dollars a gallon in Louisiana, Governor Landry is calling for a 90-day ban on diesel exports. On CNBC, Landry notes that the U.S. is sending a record amount of diesel to Europe.

Cut 7 (15) “…pay for it.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says President Trump’s nominee to head the FDA, Dr. Heidi Overton, should learn about Louisiana’s seafood industry as part of her confirmation process. In a letter to Senator Bill Cassidy, Nungesser says Overton should visit Louisiana as part of that learning process. 

Cut 4 (15) “…into this country.”

LSU’s star tight end has avoided surgery after injuring his knee in the loss against Ole Miss, but he is expected to miss some time. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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While LSU will have to do without Green and defensive end Deshawn Spears as they try to get back on track this Saturday against Texas A-and-M, the Saints will look to make it two in a row as they open their home slate against the Raiders. The Saints evened their record at 1-and-1 with a 24-17 win over the Ravens yesterday.