Governor Landry is holding a press conference this morning to discuss tax reform. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the administration’s goal is to simplify the state’s tax code

Cut 4 (14) “…state income tax.”

Rolling Stone magazine is out with an in-depth article profiling Governor Landry. Author Lorena O’Neil refers to Landry as the most extreme governor in the country. It’s a description that ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley would stop short of.

Cut 14 (13) “…his conservatism? Absolutely.”

O’Neil says if Trump wins the election next month, he may ask Landry to join his cabinet.

A traveler reported a suspicious looking rolled up tarp on Hwy 51 in Northern Tangipahoa Parish Sunday which led authorities to a grisly discovery. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Union dockworkers hit the picket lines early this morning, including those at the Port of New Orleans. The International Longshoremen’s Association is demanding better pay for workers and a complete ban on automated cranes, gates and container-moving trucks. Some 25-thousand workers at 36 ports, including New Orleans, have walked off the job.

Governor Jeff Landry is holding a press conference today at 10 AM to discuss tax reform.  Sean Richardson has more.

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A traveler reported a suspicious looking rolled up tarp on Hwy 51 in Northern Tangipahoa Parish Sunday which led authorities to a grisly discovery. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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Louisiana’s governor is featured in the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Governor Jeff Landry holds a press conference today to discuss tax reform. The Landry Administration is interested in lowering the state’s income tax rate for everyone and offset the revenue loss by eliminating certain tax breaks. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the administration’s goal is to simplify the state’s tax code

Cut 4 (14) “…state income tax.”

Landry is set to provide more details at a 10 AM press conference on the fourth floor of the state capitol. Pinsonat says Louisiana residents will support a lower state income tax rate, but the tax reform plan will call for a sales tax on services that are currently not taxed and the elimination of certain tax breaks

Cut 5 (06) “…some.”

Pinsonat says the Landry Administration is eying a November special session on tax reform. He says it’s an issue that will be difficult for the public to understand, but the governor will make the case that it needs to be done to improve Louisiana’s economy…

Cut 6 (11) …tied to that.”

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America has its first centenarian president, as Jimmy Carter turns 100 years old today. Carter was elected as the 39th president in 1976 and served a single term in office from 1977 to 1981. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell served in the Louisiana State Senate during Carter’s presidency.

Cut 7 (07) “…not serving himself.”

Carter is viewed by many to be America’s greatest ex-president through his work with Habitat for Humanity and other humanitarian causes, including fighting disease all over the world.

Cut 8 (13) “…cured night blindness.”

Campbell says even after Carter ascended to the top of the political mountain in the 1970s, he never forgot or abandoned his roots.

Cut 9 (08)  “…in Plains, Georgia.”

Carter taught Sunday School at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains up until a few years ago, when his health prevented him from continuing to do so. Not only does Carter have the longest lifespan of anyone who ever served as President, but he also has the longest post-presidential retirement at almost 44 years and counting.

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The body of a Baton Rouge man was found rolled in a tarp on the side of Highway 51 between Fluker and the Village of Tangipahoa Sunday morning. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff, Gerald Sticker says the man identified as 69-year-old William Nicholas Abraham was a victim of homicide by blunt force trauma…

Cut 10 (08) “…our end.”

Sticker says they do not believe Abraham was killed where his body was found due to the way it was wrapped. He says they are working their way back from the discovery scene to determine where the heinous crime occurred and find those responsible.

Cut 11 (10) “…up to his death.”

A passerby traveling along the highway first reported a suspicious looking rolled-up tarp on the side of a rural part of Hwy 51. Sticker says the highway parallels I-55 from Manchac to Mississippi but there are only a few houses and businesses near where Abraham was found…

Cut 12 (10) “…our victim’s body.”

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Rolling Stone magazine is out with an in-depth article profiling Governor Landry, In it, author Lorena O’Neil details his moves that she says is taking Louisiana to the far right. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley read the article and says O’Neil’s portrayal is accurate.

Cut 13 (14)  “…State of Louisiana”

O’Neil outlined the moves Landry has made in his first year in office that has garnered national headlines, including signing a bill to require the Ten Commandments to be posted in classrooms, criminalizing medications used in abortions and allowing surgical castration for certain sex crimes against minors. The story calls Landry the most extreme governor in the country, a notion that Stockley says he would stop short of.

Cut 14 (13) “…his conservatism? Absolutely.”

O’Neil goes on to say that if Trump wins the election next month that he may ask Landry to join his cabinet. Although Landry has stated that he intends to serve as Governor of Louisiana, Stockley says he could see Landry bolting for Trump’s cabinet.

Cut 15 (14) “…to the wayside.”

And Stockley agrees with O’Neil that he could see Landry make a run for the White House one day.

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The Ragin Cajuns won a wild game over Wake Forest on Saturday, beating the Demon Deacons 41 to 38. Coach Michael Desormeaux is glad to see his team win a tight game

Cut 16 (16)   “…we did.”

The 3-and-1 Cajuns are at 1-and-3 Southern Miss this Saturday.

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LSU has this Saturday off, giving the Tigers an extra week to improve before their much anticipated clash with Ole Miss on the night of October 12th. Coach Brian Kelly has been rotating several players in at safety, but now it’s time to pick two or three guys and let them be the guys to lead the back end of the defense…

Cut 17 (13) “…should be starting.”

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The Saints are two and two and in both losses New Orleans could not hold on to a late lead. The Saints are 8-and-14 in score games under coach Dennis Allen. Allen stuck with a man to man defense in both cases, instead of going zone. Allen defended the decision when he met with reporters on Monday…

Cut 18 (19)  “…play defense.”

The Saints are at Kansas City on Monday.

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ULM is 3-and-1 after hard fought 13 to nine win over Troy on Saturday. Coach Bryant Vincent likes the identity of his team…

Cut 19 (19) “….around”  

The Warhawks will host undefeated James Madison in what is one of the biggest games at Malone Stadium in years. Vincent says it should be a special night in Monroe on Saturday night…

Cut 20 (20) “…it’s now” 

Kick-off is at 6 PM.

There’s the possibility of another named storm in the Gulf of Mexico this week. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the National Hurricane Center is watching a disorganized area of low pressure in the western Caribbean that has a medium chance of developing into at least a tropical depression. There’s the possibility of this potential storm following a similar path as Hurricane Helene, but Keim says it’s way too early to tell.

Cut 7 (12) “…all over the place.”

Speaking of Helene, the Louisiana Fire Service has been mobilized to support rescue and recovery operations in South Carolina following that storm. Baton Rouge Fire Chief Mike Kimble says teams with the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal have thoroughly built a robust unit to support emergency responses nationwide.

Cut 5 (08) “…as we speak.”

A young child is killed in a crash in Claiborne Parish. Trooper Eddie Thomas says 31-year-old Jordan Burton of Homer drove her SUV across the center line on Highway 146, crashing into a pickup, killing a five-year-old and seriously injuring a ten-year-old. Thomas says impairment appears to be a factor.

Cut 13 (12) “…investigation.” 

Thomas says neither child was properly restrained; Thomas says had they been properly restrained, the five-year-old likely would have survived.

Nearly every Louisianian is waiting with baited breath on potential word of a special session on insurance reform. Representative Gabe Firment, the chairman of the House Insurance Committee, cautions that it’s not as easy as the legislature telling insurance carriers to lower their rates – the only way that can happen is by having companies offer competitive quotes – and he says the way to do that is to make Louisiana a more attractive state to do business.

A 5-year-old was killed and a ten-year-old injured in a crash in Claiborne Parish over the weekend. State Trooper Eddie Thomas says 31-year-old Jordan Burton of Homer crossed the centerline on Highway 146, hitting another vehicle.

Cut 12 (08) “…local hospital.”

While toxicology test results are still pending, Thomas says it appears that Burton was impaired at the time of the crash.

Will there be a special session on insurance reform? That’s what nearly every Louisianian saddled with sky-high auto and property insurance rates wants to know. Pollack Representative Gabe Firment, the chairman of the House Insurance Committee ,cautions that there’s almost nothing that the legislature can do to lower your insurance rates.

Cut 10 (11) “…a competitive quote.”

Here we go again – we’re keeping an eye on the tropics for another potential storm. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The Louisiana Fire Service is mobilized to support rescue and recovery operations in South Carolina following Hurricane Helene. Baton Rouge Fire Chief Mike Kimble says teams with the Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal have built a robust unit capable of urban rescue and swift water rescue.

Cut 5 (08) “…as we speak.”

The teams arrived last week.

The Louisiana Fire Service is mobilized to support rescue and recovery operations in South Carolina following Hurricane Helene. Baton Rouge Fire Chief Mike Kimble says teams with the Louisiana Office of the State Fire Marshal have built a robust unit capable of urban rescue and swift water rescue.

Cut 5 (08) “…as we speak.”

The teams arrived last week.

A young child is killed in a crash in Claiborne Parish, and troopers say the fact that the child was improperly restrained made the difference between life and death. Trooper Eddie Thomas says 31-year-old Jordan Burton of Homer drove her Toyota SUV across the center line on Highway 146, crashing into a Ram pickup.

Cut 12 (08) “…local hospital.”

But the five-year-old and ten-year-old in the SUV were not properly restrained. The five-year-old was killed, and the ten-year-old was severely injured.

Here we go again – we’re keeping an eye on the tropics for another potential storm. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Will there be a special session on insurance reform? That’s what nearly every Louisianian saddled with sky-high auto and property insurance rates wants to know. Pollack Representative Gabe Firment, the chairman of the House Insurance Committee ,cautions that there’s almost nothing that the legislature can do to lower your insurance rates.

Cut 10 (11) “…a competitive quote.”

There’s the possibility of another named storm in the Gulf of Mexico this week. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the National Hurricane Center is watching a disorganized area of low pressure in the western Caribbean that has a medium chance of developing into at least a tropical depression.

Cut 6 (09) “…anybody’s guess.”

There’s the possibility of this potential storm following a similar path as Hurricane Helene, but Keim says it’s way too early to tell.

University Medical Center New Orleans is expanding its Center for Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery, adding three new physicians and opening a new 16-bed Transitional Recovery Unit.

Cut 4 (11) “…referrals now.”

Center Director Dr. Michael Cook says the new unit aims to create a focused, supportive environment that promotes optimal recovery for patients.

The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine acquires a new linear accelerator to provide more advanced radiation treatment for the treatment of cancer in pets. Ginger Guttner with the school says these new machines are tailored specifically for household pets.

Cut 8 (15) “…terms of positioning.”

Having the only place that has a linear accelerator on site, the hospital sees patients from across the state and beyond.

A tremendous honor for Centenary College. U.S. News and World Report has designated the private Shreveport school as a Top National Liberal Arts College. School President Dr. Christopher Holoman says the school has many things going for itself – things that graduating high school seniors look for in choosing a college to attend.

Cut 11 (09) “…that drive enrollment.”

Brutal loss for the Saints in Atlanta as the Falcons kicked a 58-yard field goal with two seconds left to beat the Saints, 26 to 24. It’s the second straight loss for quarterback Derek Carr and the Saints…

Cut 13 (10)  “…they sting”

It doesn’t get any easier for the Saints – they’re in Kansas City a week from tonight for a Monday Night Football tilt with the two-time defending Super Bowl Champion Chiefs.

University Medical Center New Orleans is expanding its Center for Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery to meet the rising demand in the Greater New Orleans area. Dr. Michael Cook, the director of the Center for Weight loss and Bariatric Surgery, says it will allow it to provide more comprehensive care.

Cut 6 (12) …patients’ lifetime.”

The expansion of the Center will see around one thousand patients annually.

Owners of pets battling cancer now have an innovative place to go for radiation treatment. Colleen Crain reports.

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Here we go again – we’re keeping an eye on the tropics for another potential storm. The National Hurricane Center says conditions in the Western Caribbean could become favorable for development of a storm in the next few days. It says as of right now, there’s a medium chance for a tropical depression to form late in the week.

Tragedy in Shreveport as a Shreveport police officer is killed in a rollover crash and another is critically hurt. Shreveport Police say the officers were in a private vehicle and were headed to work at around two Friday afternoon. The other officer was rushed to a hospital, and that officer’s injuries are life-threatening.Two other vehicles were involved in the crash. At this time, the circumstances surrounding the crash are unclear.

In Lake Charles, United Way of Southwest Louisiana is partnering with their counterparts in Tallahassee to provide relief for the people impacted by Hurricane Helene. United Way of Southwest Louisiana President and CEO Denise Durel says the people of Florida could use your help.

Cut 13 (08) “…neighbors in Florida.”

Durel says the very best thing you can donate is cash, but they will accept in-kind donations as well.

Poverty Point World Heritage Site in Pioneer will celebrate National Public Lands Day at ten Saturday morning with a ranger-led hike. Poverty Point Site Manager Mark Brink says National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort, promoting environmental stewardship and encouraging the use of public spaces for recreation, education, and health.

Cut 5 (13) “…parks as well.”

The Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival returns this weekend in downtown New Iberia. Join King Sucrose and Queen Sugar as they preside over the festivities, keeping the tradition alive. President Lisa Norris says families can explore Shadows-on-the-Teche, featuring a petting zoo, cookie decorating, a cupcake walk, and more kid-friendly activities.

Cut 4 (06) “…games and prizes.”

Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Poverty Point World Heritage site in Pioneer this Saturday at 10 AM with a ranger-led hike.  Sean Richardson has more.

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Amazon’s investment in Louisiana continues with the opening of its new massive fulfillment center in Shreveport.

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The Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival returns this weekend in downtown New Iberia.  As Louisiana’s top sugarcane-producing region, Iberia Parish is the ideal host for this annual event.  Sugar Cane Festival President Lisa Norris says festivalgoers can enjoy a variety of activities, including parades, carnival rides, and livestock shows.

Cut 3 (09) “…farmers.”

Join King Sucrose and Queen Sugar as they preside over the festivities, keeping the tradition alive. Norris says families can explore Shadows-on-the-Teche, featuring a petting zoo, cookie decorating, a cupcake walk, and more kid-friendly activities.

Cut 4 (06) “…games and prizes.”

For more information, visit the event website.

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Poverty Point World Heritage Site in Pioneer will celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday at 10 AM with a ranger-led hike. Poverty Point Site Manager Mark Brink says National Public Lands Day is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer effort, promoting environmental stewardship and encouraging the use of public spaces for recreation, education, and health.

Cut 5 (13) “…parks as well.”

The guided hike will explore the ancient mounds and earthworks of Poverty Point, highlighting the historical and natural significance of the site. Participants are encouraged to bring gloves to help pick up litter along the trail. The hike, which begins at the museum, will last about two hours, depending on the group’s pace. The event is subject to weather conditions.

Cut 6 (07) “…of Earthworks.”

The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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LSU is about a three touchdown favorite heading into Saturday night’s matchup with South Alabama out of the Sun Belt Conference. The Jaguars are 2-and-2 and they’ve scored 135 points in their last two games, which has the attention Coach Brian Kelly and the players…

Cut 7 (08) “…they have.”

South Alabama averages 48 points a game and averages 7.6 yards a play. The Tigers have a problem when it comes to giving up big plays. Kelly wants his defense to play fundamentally sound, especially in the secondary…

Cut 8 (09) “…better back there.”

Kick off on Saturday is at 6:45 and the weather should be perfect for a night game in Tiger Stadium.

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Amazon opens its first fulfillment center in Shreveport. Paige Carter, the chief development officer at Louisiana Economic Development, says this is the culmination of the cooperation of a lot of entities.

Cut 9 (13)  “…in our communities.”

The five-floor 2.5-million-square-foot facility is expected to serve three-million customer shipments per week. Carter says Louisiana currently employs more than three-thousand people throughout the state.

Cut 10 (14) “…positioned for tomorrow.”

And Carter says those are just the direct jobs. She says Amazon has made a commitment to the state that has supported many more indirect jobs.

Cut 11 (10) “…around our state.”

Amazon has also partnered with community schools to set up career pipelines.

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In Lake Charles, United Way of Southwest Louisiana is partnering with their counterparts in Tallahassee to provide relief for the people impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Cut 12 (12) “…Florida are today.”

United Way of Southwest Louisiana President and CEO Denise Durel says the people of Florida could use your help.

Cut 13 (08) “…neighbors in Florida.” 

Durel says the very best thing you can donate is cash.

Cut 14 (05) “…in-kind as well.”

You can make your contribution either on United Way of Southwest Louisiana’s website, by texting UNITEDGULF – one word – to 40403 or through the U.S. Mail.

One of the last officers facing serious charges in the 2019 arrest and death of Black motorist Ronald Greene has had his negligent homicide charge dropped. Legal analyst Tim Meche (MESH) says Greene’s exact cause of death remains unclear, weakening the case against State Trooper Kory York.

Cut 15 (09) “…Ronald Greene.”

York still faces a lesser charge of felony malfeasance.

As New Orleans gets set to host the Super Bowl, DOTD is undertaking four infrastructure projects near the Superdome. District Engineer Administrator Scott Boyle says what’s unique about this is that DOTD is working on city-owned streets.

Cut 7 (13) “…striping in crosswalks.”

Boyle says the work will be done by December 15th.

After nearly 12-thousand registered for the fortified roofs lottery, the number of people chosen for the grants has doubled from 300 to 600. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says feedback has been nothing short of positive.

Cut 12 (13) “…their house faster.”

Temple says those selected are in the process of being notified.

The state achieves a record-high educational attainment level of 51-percent, up from 47-percent since 2021. Higher Education Commissioner Kim Hunter Reed says the goal is to hit 60-percent by 2030…

Cut 4 (12) “…degree or beyond.”

The 51-percent represents over 30-thousand Louisianians who have earned degrees or credentials.