A New Orleans man believes he’s deserving of up to 480-thousand dollars in compensation from the state for serving 42 years in jail for a crime he didn’t commit. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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The sixth district was redrawn specifically so that a Republican would get elected, but that hasn’t stopped two Democrats from running for the seat. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Saints quarterback Drew Brees will be enshrined in Canton, Ohio, as a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer tomorrow. Kace Kieschnick reports.

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A 69-year-old New Orleans man who spent 42 years in prison for a murder a judge later said he did not commit is seeking 480-thousand dollars in state compensation. But Attorney General Liz Murrill says Elvis Brooks is not eligible because he pleaded guilty to manslaughter in 2019 in connection with the 1977 fatal shooting. Reporter Richard Webster…

Cut 4 (12) “…that should hold.”

Webster’s investigation for Verite News and ProPublica found Brooks accepted the plea deal before learning prosecutors had withheld potentially exculpatory evidence, including fingerprints recovered from beer cans handled by the gunmen.

Cut 5 (08) “…to his exonderation.”

Webster reports that since Murrill took office in 2024, she has opposed compensation requests in 22 of 23 wrongful conviction cases. Brooks, who now lives on a 994-dollar monthly Social Security check, says the compensation process has been torturous.

Cut 6 (07) “…like for him.”

Murrill declined to comment on Brooks’ case.

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On the heels of Colorado State putting out its revised hurricane forecast, NOAA is following suit. Forecaster Matthew Rosencrans has the updated numbers. (Revised forecast calls for seven to 13 named storms, including two to six hurricanes, with up to two being major hurricanes.)

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Rosencrans says the updated forecast is down from the original forecast of eight to 14 named storms.

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Rosencrans says the quieter-than-average hurricane season can be credited to a strong El Nino in the Atlantic.

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Following the Supreme Court ruling in the Callais case, the Republican-led legislature redrew the state’s congressional map with the purpose of flipping district six back to GOP control. But that didn’t stop Democrats Pat Forbes and Rubia Garcia from taking a stab at the seat that Cleo Fields is vacating as a direct result of the redistricting. Forbes was an aide to former Governor John Bel Edwards and says the Republicans vying for the sixth district seat seem to have lost their focus.

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Forbes says the people of the sixth district have serious issues that need to be addressed, and he feels that Republicans aren’t addressing them.

Cut 11 (11) “…and health care.”

Garcia previously qualified in the fifth district and has shifted her focus to the sixth district, since she lives within that district’s boundaries. She echoes Forbes’ sentiment that affordability is one of the biggest issues facing the people of her district.

Cut 12 (08) “…with groceries.”

Garcia says the issues facing the people of the sixth district do not have an “R” or a “D” next to them.

Cut 13 (11)  “…all partisan lines.”

Going into the third and final day of qualifying, Forbes and Garcia will so far appear on the open primary ballot with four Republicans. Of course, everyone in the sixth district – and the fifth district – is waiting to see what Blake Miguez decides to do.

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Saints legend Drew Brees will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame tomorrow. The Super Bowl MVP helped to revive the team and the city of New Orleans when he arrived as a free agent after Hurricane Katrina. He says it was a rebirth for both him and the community.

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Brees thought his NFL career might be over after an injury to his throwing shoulder ended his career with the Chargers in 2005. Instead, he led New Orleans to its only Super Bowl title and retired as the NFL’s all-time passing leader. He says there are so many people to thank along his 20-year career.

Cut 15 (08) “…so much gratitude.”

Brees will be enshrined alongside running back Roger Craig, linebacker Luke Kuechly, wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and kicker Adam Vinatieri. He says that every interaction he has with a current Hall of Famer gives him more appreciation for the honor he is about to receive.

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Former LSU wide receiver Barion Brown has made a splash at Saints training camp. Brown was picked in the sixth round of this year’s draft as the last of three receivers selected by the Saints. Despite his strong start, he says he can’t listen to his own hype.

Cut 17 (18) “…to get better.”

The Saints have a young and fast receiver room thanks to the addition of Brown and rookies Jordyn Tyson and Bryce Lance. Top wideout Chris Olave just inked a 136-million-dollar contract extension after four years in New Orleans, and Brown says he has stepped up as a leader in the room.

Cut 18 (10) “…some coaching tips.”

Saints head coach Kellen Moore has praised Brown as a sparkplug for the team. He says the 22-year-old has provided a positive attitude and has worked to be really well-prepared.

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A Texas couple is killed in a plane crash near Bogalusa. The Beech H-35 went down in a wooded area near Bogalusa Airport shortly before 11 this morning. The victims are identified as Bill and Tommie Day of Seguin, Texas. No word on the circumstances surrounding the crash. The NTSB has taken over the investigation.

Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed lawsuits seeking records related to the now-dismissed 16-count indictment against her. Murrill alleges the grand jury process was used for political purposes after she was indicted on malfeasance and public intimidation charges.

Cut 9 (15) “…I accept that.”

The lawsuits name special prosecutor Laurie White and New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams. Murrill wants a judge to order the release of text messages, phone records and other documents related to the case.

Prosecutors announce they’ll be seeking the death penalty against an Alexandria man who was indicted for the murder of a federal marshal. FBI Special Agent in Charge Jonathan Tapp says on July 13th, Deputy Marshal Drew Hanson and others were searching for 48-year-old Clarence Frazier Jr., going through his house room by room.

Cut 4 (12) “…on the officers.”

The Colorado State University Hurricane Forecast Team’s final hurricane outlook is unchanged from last month – nine storms, including the two tropical storms we’ve already had, among them four hurricanes, with one a major hurricane. Senior Research Scientist Phil Klotzbach says you can thank El Nino for the below-average season.

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A federal grand jury indicts an Alexandria man in connection with the murder of a federal agent, and prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty. U.S. Attorney Zachary Keller announced the five-count indictment against 48-year-old Clarence Frazier Jr., starting with the most serious one.

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Hanson and others were executing an arrest warrant on July 13th for missing a sexual assault trial when Frazier allegedly shot Hanson to death.

The Colorado State University Hurricane Forecast Team has issued its final forecast for the 2026 season, and Senior Research Scientist Phil Klotzbach says it’s unchanged from last month.

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Attorney General Liz Murrill is seeking text messages and phone records that could possibly provide information on what led to her now dismissed 16 count indictment on malfeasance and public intimidation charges…

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As the new school year gets underway, the superintendent of the East Baton Rouge school system is under indictment. Attorney General Liz Murrill indicted Lamont Cole on a total of seven counts on charges including bribery, money laundering and malfeasance in office.

Two people are killed in a plane crash near Bogalusa. The crash happened shortly before 11 this morning in a wooded area near Bogalusa Airport. At this time, we don’t know what caused the plane to go down, and we don’t know the identities of the two victims. The FAA has taken over the investigation.

Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed lawsuits seeking records related to the now-dismissed 16-count indictment against her. Murrill alleges the grand jury process was used for political purposes after she was indicted on malfeasance and public intimidation charges.

Cut 9 (15) “…I accept that.”

The lawsuits name special prosecutor Laurie White and New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams. Murrill wants a judge to order the release of text messages, phone records and other documents related to the case.

Prosecutors announce they’ll be seeking the death penalty against an Alexandria man who was indicted for the murder of a federal marshal. FBI Special Agent in Charge Jonathan Tapp says on July 13th, Deputy Marshal Drew Hanson and others were searching for 48-year-old Clarence Frazier Jr., going through his house room by room.

Cut 4 (12) “…on the officers.”

The Colorado State University Hurricane Forecast Team’s final hurricane outlook is unchanged from last month – nine storms, including the two tropical storms we’ve already had, among them four hurricanes, with one a major hurricane. Senior Research Scientist Phil Klotzbach says you can thank El Nino for the below-average season.

Cut 7 (11) “…in the Atlantic.”

A federal grand jury indicts an Alexandria man in connection with the murder of a federal agent, and prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty. U.S. Attorney Zachary Keller announced the five-count indictment against 48-year-old Clarence Frazier Jr., starting with the most serious on.

Cut 3 (11) “…Marshal Drew Hanson.”

Hanson and others were executing an arrest warrant on July 13th for missing a sexual assault trial when Frazier allegedly shot Hanson to death.

Hunters who want a chance to participate in the state’s third black bear hunting season since 1987 can apply to the LDWF lottery now. LDWF Large Carnivore Program Manager John Hanks says 42 tags will be issued.

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On this, the second day of the congressional election qualifying period, we still don’t know whether Blake Miguez will run in the fifth or the sixth district. Rick Edmonds, who qualified in district six yesterday, said what speaks volumes is that while President Trump endorsed Miguez in the fifth district in the closed primary that was cancelled at the last minute, there was no such nod in the sixth district.

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Edmonds isn’t the only Republican vying to succeed Cleo Fields in the redrawn sixth district. Michael Mebruer says there’s one issue in particular he would focus on should he be elected.

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Currently, three other Republicans and two Democrats have also qualified in the district six race.

One of the big storylines in U.S. House qualifying so far is a certain someone who HASN’T put his hat in the ring yet. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Applications for the Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery are open. Kace Kieschnick has more.

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We’re learning new details on the deadly shooting of a 14-year-old Shreveport girl. Joe Gallinaro reports.

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Perhaps one of the biggest storylines in the first day of qualifying in the U.S. House races is who DIDN’T show up to qualify on day one. As we enter day two of the three-day qualifying period, we still don’t know whether Blake Miguez will run in district five or district six. Rick Edmonds, who qualified in district six yesterday, said what speaks volumes is that while President Trump endorsed Miguez in the fifth district in the closed primary that was cancelled at the last minute, there was no such nod in the sixth district.

Cut 4 (12) “…must be earned.”

Edmonds hammered Miguez on the fact that, while it’s perfectly legal under Louisiana law, he still doesn’t live within the boundaries of the sixth district, even after they were redrawn.

Cut 5 (12) “…disaster relief, infrastructure.”

Edmonds says in order to be an effective member of Congress, you have to live in the district you serve in.

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Rick Edmonds wasn’t the only one to throw his hat into the district six race. Larry Davis qualified yesterday. He said his campaign is a grassroots campaign.

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Another candidate who qualified is Michael Mebruer (MEE-brewer), who like Edmonds originally qualified in the fifth district in February but has since shifted his campaign to the sixth. Mebruer says his campaign is entirely self-funded, and he wants to keep the focus on ideas.

Cut 8 (10) “…most importantly, donations.”

Mebruer says there’s one issue that stands out above the rest that he would tackle first should he be elected.

Cut 9 (09)  “…reforms take place.”

They, along with Monique Appeaning, are all Republicans running in the district which was redrawn specifically to elect someone from that party. That redrawing led to incumbent Cleo Fields’ decision not to seek re-election.

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Louisiana Tech and LSU Health Shreveport signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a partnership for research and student training. Dr. Oren Rom, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research at LSU Health Shreveport, says the agreement allows students, faculty and researchers to collaborate on research projects and share access to specialized facilities.

Cut 10 (08) “…in North Louisiana.”

Rom says the agreement is a big win for both institutions and a perfect marriage of biomedical and clinical research and engineering and advanced manufacturing expertise. He says graduate students and faculty from both universities will be able to share resources and mentorship with the other.

Cut 11 (09) “…in North Louisiana.”

The partnership will help the institutions advance discovery, innovation and economic growth in North Louisiana. Louisiana Tech Interim Vice President for Research Dr. Bala Ramu Ramachandran says it will help them compete for federal and private funding.

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Louisiana hunters who want a chance to participate in the state’s third black bear hunting season since 1987 can apply to the LDWF lottery now. LDWF Large Carnivore Program Manager John Hanks says 42 tags will be issued through the lottery.

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Black bear hunting season is scheduled for December 5th through the 20th. Hanks says if you win a tag, your preparation doesn’t stop there.

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Training courses are scheduled for October 16th, 17th, 22nd and 23rd.

To apply for the lottery, you will need a black bear hunting license and a 50-dollar application fee. Hanks says there’s a set of designated black bear hunting areas across the state.

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Visit Louisiana-outdoors-dot-com-slash-lottery-applications to submit your application.

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Top 2026 freshman Lamar Brown made his first appearance at LSU practice yesterday. The defensive end did not enroll at LSU until the summer, so he was not available in spring practice. Head coach Lane Kiffin says Brown became one of the first people he met when he got to Baton Rouge when he found him sitting on the couch in his office.

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Kiffin says the team was able to gel and learn the system over the summer during OTAs. He says this group has had little to no discipline issues this offseason, and that reflects the state of modern college athletics.

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ULM kicked off camp in year three under head coach Bryant Vincent. The Warhawks have just eight wins in the Vincent era due to six- and eight-game losing streaks to close out each of his first two seasons. Vincent says this team is learning from those mistakes and is ready to get better.

Cut 18 (19) “…of this team.”

Warhawks starting quarterback Aidan Armenta returns after throwing for over 16-hundred yards and 12 touchdowns last year. The senior completed just 59-percent of his passes and threw eight interceptions last year, but Vincent says he progressed in the spring.

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Louisiana Tech head coach Sonny Cumbie expects the Bulldogs to compete in the Sun Belt right away, largely because of how much production is back from last year. He says that is most apparent in the linebacker room that features returners Kolbe Fields, Jadon Mayfield and Alonzo Jackson.

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Six months after qualifying for the U.S. House election took place the first time, qualifying began once again for the rescheduled primary. The original closed primary was cancelled at the last minute following the Supreme Court ruling on the previous congressional map; thus, this year’s U.S. House election will revert back to the open primary. Michael Echols was among those who qualified, and he outlined some of his priorities should he be elected to Congress.

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Echols had previously qualified in February. But Stewart Cathey, who also qualified this morning, did not. He decided to jump into the race after the district lines were redrawn.

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Louisiana Tech joins a national initiative to strengthen the semiconductor workforce. Arden Moore, the director of the Institute for Micromanufacturing at Louisiana Tech, notes that fabrication facilities need people with various skills. As such, it’s important to include different types of schools.

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The LSU football team held its first practice today; and if you don’t recognize the majority of the team, you’re in good company. Not only is Lane Kiffin new, more than half of his roster is as well – including his entire quarterback room, all but one of his receivers and two starting offensive linemen. Kiffin says when he sped up the tempo of his offensive scheme, the terminology and signals were simplified.

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Qualifying is underway for the rescheduled U.S. House election. With the original closed primary cancelled at the last minute following the Supreme Court decision on the previous congressional map, this year’s races revert back to the open primary system. Michael Echols qualified in district five back in February, and he qualified again this morning.

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Another candidate who qualified for the district five ballot is Gabe Firment, who said the people in the district he spoke to told him they’re concerned about the future of this country.

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Stewart Cathey, Austin Magee and Dan McKay also qualified in district five on the first day. McKay is a Democrat, the rest are Republicans.

Louisiana Tech joins a national initiative to strengthen the semiconductor workforce. Jeanne Burns reports.

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Police in Shreveport say a 14-year-old girl who was shot to death over the weekend was killed by a 13-year-old stepsibling. Police say the 13-year-old intentionally fired the gun, hitting Makayla Pennywell in the head. The 13-year-old is charged with second-degree murder and is now in juvenile detention. Investigators say an argument between the two led to the shooting.

Qualifying for the U.S. House elections got underway today. Gabe Firment is among those who qualified in district five. He said he will never lose sight of the fact that serving in Congress means serving his constituents.

Cut 12 (11) “…love my state.” 

Firment did not qualify the first time around; he jumped into the race after the district was redrawn. That’s a sentiment shared by Stewart Cathey, who also qualified this morning after not previously running.

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Michael Echols, Austin Magee and Dan McKay are the other candidates who have qualified so far. Because of the condensed timeline, the U.S. House elections will revert back to the open primary this year, so all candidates from all parties will appear on the same ballot. McKay is the lone Democratic qualifier in district five so far.

The Lane Kiffin era is officially underway at LSU, now that practice number one of fall camp is in the books. Kiffin says the first day was awesome, and this team has a lot of potential.

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Kiffin’s biggest challenge is getting his team to play like one, with more than half of his team being newcomers this year.

Louisiana Tech joins a national initiative to strengthen the semiconductor workforce. Arden Moore, the director of the Institute for Micromanufacturing at Louisiana Tech, says a big part of this partnership is the sharing of resources, including training materials and training exercises.

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Louisiana Tech joins a national initiative to strengthen the semiconductor workforce. Jeanne Burns reports.

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Almost six months after qualifying took place for the U.S. House elections the first time, qualifying began once again with the new congressional map in place. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Louisiana Tech joins a national initiative to strengthen the semiconductor workforce. Arden Moore, the director of the Institute for Micromanufacturing at Louisiana Tech, says the school is joining several institutions and organizations in the South Region Node, which is led by the University of Texas at Austin.

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Moore points out that fabrication facilities need people with various skills. As such, it’s important to include all those different types of schools.

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Moore says a big part of this partnership is the sharing of resources, including training materials and training exercises.

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Three additional regional nodes of the National Network for Microelectronics will be launched in the future.

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The LSU football team held its first practice today. Quarterback Sam Leavitt was the number one player in the transfer portal and will lead the offense this year. He missed most of the spring with a foot injury suffered at Arizona State, but head coach Lane Kiffin says that hasn’t caused any problems for camp.

Cut 6 (11) “…right on pace.”

Kiffin says Leavitt is fully healthy, and his prior injury has not impacted his mobility.

Leavitt is not the only player learning a new offense. All but one of his receivers are new to Baton Rouge, as well as two starting offensive linemen. Kiffin says when he sped up the tempo of his offensive scheme, the terminology and signals were simplified.

Cut 7 (09) “…success on offense.”

Back at Ole Miss, quarterback Trinidad Chambliss did not join Kiffin’s 2025 team until the summer and went on to throw for nearly four-thousand yards and 22 touchdowns.

Kiffin says the first day of fall camp was awesome, and this team has a lot of potential.

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Qualifying is underway for the rescheduled U.S. House election. With the original closed primary cancelled at the last minute following the Supreme Court decision on the previous congressional map, this year’s races revert back to the open primary system. Michael Echols qualified in district five back in February, and he qualified again this morning.

Cut 9 (09)  “…to deliver results.”

Echols outlined some of his priorities should he be elected to Congress.

Cut 10 (10) “…works for farmers.”

Another candidate who qualified for the district five ballot is Gabe Firment, who said the people in the district he spoke to told him they’re concerned about the future of this country.

Cut 11 (13) “…pursuit of happiness.”

Firment said he will never lose sight of the fact that serving in Congress means serving his constituents.

Cut 12 (11) “…love my state.”

While Echols previously qualified back in February, Firment did not. He jumped into the race after the district was redrawn – a sentiment shared by Stewart Cathey, who also qualified this morning after not previously running.

Cut 13 (11) “…avenue to serve.”

Because this is an open primary, Echols, Firment, Cathey and other Republicans will appear on the same ballot as the Democrats and third-party candidates. So far, Dan McKay is the only Democrat who has qualified in the fifth district race.