LSU forward Angel Reese is being criticized for taunting Iowa star player Caitlin Clark during the National Championship game even though Clark has done the exact same thing. Reese pointed out the hypocrisy and says she’s proud to be part of the sport.

Cut 5 (11) “…next season.”

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Nicholas Pepper was killed when a suspect rammed into his police unit Sunday. State trooper Thomas Gossen says after the suspect fled Houma police into Lafourche Parish, Pepper’s vehicle was blocking traffic to keep the public safe as negotiations were underway.

Cut 7 (10)  “…to negotiate.” 

The suspect was hospitalized with moderate injuries.

Gas prices are on the rise again, up a dime from last week. Triple-A fuel analyst Don Redman says we normally see prices go up this time of the year as refineries switch from winter to summer-grade gasoline.

Cut 9 (11) “…all of that”

The statewide average for a gallon of regular gas is $3.18.

The legislative session begins a week from today and lawmakers are happy there’s a large budget surplus. More than one-point-five billion dollars will need to be allocated and Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says several agencies, programs, and projects are seeking funds…

Cut 12 (12) “…over this” 

Governor Edwards is pushing for teacher pay raises.

LSU forward Angel Reese is receiving criticism after taunting Iowa star player Caitlin Clark in the final moments of the National Championship game Sunday. Footage of Reese waving her hand in Clark’s face has gone viral and during the post-game press conference, the Baltimore native defended her actions.

Cut 4 (10)  “…me tonight.” 

Clark has taunted other players throughout the season in the same manner.

Lafourche Parish Sergeant Nicholas Pepper was killed after a fleeing suspect rammed into his police unit during a pursuit Sunday morning. State Police Trooper Thomas Gossen says Houma officers attempted to stop the vehicle for a traffic violation, but the suspect fled, and the pursuit entered into Lafourche Parish

Cut 6 (07)  “…the suspect.” 

The suspect remains in the hospital with moderate injuries and the investigation is ongoing.

Among the bills filed for the legislative session, which begins a week from today, would add the exceptions of rape and incest to the state’s abortion ban.  New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd says girls as young as nine could be forced to carry a child.

Cut 13 (12) “…soaking wet.” 

Boyd’s own mother gave birth to her when she was fifteen years old.

The Louisiana Right to Life says the circumstances of a child’s conception has no bearing on his or her human dignity and do not impair his or her right to life.

LSU forward Angel Reese is making headlines not for her playing but for taunting Iowa star player Caitlin Clark in the final moments of the game. Reese waved her hand and pointed to her finger where her championship ring would go, a gesture that Clark herself has done to other players. Reese called out the hypocrisy of her receiving criticism.

Cut 3 (07) “…say nothing.”

The Baltimore native defended her actions during a post-game press conference.

New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd has filed legislation to add rape and incest as exceptions to the state’s abortion ban. She says without them there is no protection for children who are victims of rape and the forced trauma, mentally and physically, of giving birth before they’ve matured.

Cut 15 (12)  “…own mental health.”

The session begins a week from today.

Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Sergeant Nick Pepper was killed in a fatal crash Sunday after a suspect rammed Pepper’s vehicle. Sheriff Craig Webre extended sympathy to Pepper’s family and praised his service with the department where Pepper’s wife Christie also works as an investigator. State police are overseeing the investigation.

Covington Senator Patrick McMath files legislation that would prohibit minors from having a social media account unless the minor receives consent from a parent or guardian. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 2 (26)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

The LSU women’s basketball program is heading to its first national championship game after beating Virginia Tech 79-72 in Dallas last night. LSU outscored the Hokies 29-13 in the fourth quarter. Alexis Morris had 27 points to lead the way…
cut 16 (16) “…don’t even know.”

They play Iowa tomorrow afternoon for the title.

Governor John Bel Edwards urges Medicaid recipients to take action and check their eligibility status to avoid losing coverage. He says look for a package in the mail and reply right away…:

CUT 10(09)      “…contact information.”

State lawmakers are accused of coming up with nutty ideas, well this one might make sense as a central Louisiana lawmaker wants to make the pecan the official state nut. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

And St Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith welcomes the department’s newest recruit, six-week-old Diesel, a pygmy goat who is undergoing narcotic detection training. Diesel will serve as part of the K-9 unit and his petite size allows him to search in small tight spaces. His first day of training begins today, April Fools.

The LSU women’s basketball program is heading to its first national championship game after the Lady Tigers beat Virginia Tech 79-72. Alexis Morris had 27 points and Angel Reese had 24 points and 12 rebounds as she tied an NCAA record for double doubles with 33. It’s coach Kim Mulkey’s second season with the Tigers…

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The Tigers play Iowa Sunday in Dallas.

Alexandria Representative Lance Harris wants the pecan to be designated as the state nut. He says since Louisiana sports one of the largest crops of pecans in the south.

Cut 5 (10) “…produce them”

District 1 Congressman and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the indictment of former President Donald Trump is a political maneuver. Scalise says the New York district attorney is acting in the best interests of his political party; not his constituents…:

Cut 13  (11)      “…politically-charged.”
Among the charges is alleged misuse use of campaign dollars as hush money to cover up an alleged affair with adult film actress Stormy Daniels.

The average price for a pound of crawfish dropped 15-cents so you’re looking at an average of $2.64 a pound for live mudbugs, 70 to $80 a sack. And if you’re hankering for some crawfish this weekend and aren’t in the mood to boil them yourself, Crawfish App co-founder Laney King says you’ll pay about $4.00 a pound at your favorite restaurant.

Cut 8 (08)  “…can expect.” 

As we approach Easter, she’s predicting a quarter-per-pound increase.

Last night the LSU Lady Tigers defeated Virginia Tech in the Final Four and will play for their first National Championship. The Tigers rallied back from a 12-point deficit in the third quarter to beat the Hokies 79-72. Coach Kim Mulkey’s bubblegum pink jacket proved to be lucky last night and she’s trying to let it all sink in.

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The Tigers play Iowa Sunday for the National Championship.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the indictment of former President Donald Trump is a political maneuver and New York D.A. Alvin Bragg is abusing his power.

Cut 12 (13) “…after Donald Trump.” 

Recipients should look for a mailer and answer promptly.

Governor Edwards urges Medicaid recipients to check their eligibility status to avoid losing coverage in a public service announcement released earlier today. Eligibility reviews are usually done yearly but were paused due to the pandemic. Edwards says this is an important and critical process for many Louisianans.

Cut 9 (11) “…their coverage.”

It’s another great week for crawfish consumers with an average 15-cent drop in prices this week. That’s according to Crawfish App co-founder Laney King. She says the drop in prices wasn’t at the dock this time, it was retailers who dropped their prices.

Cut 6 (09)  “…crawfish season.” 

Which of course is Easter weekend.  You can expect to pay about $2.64 a pound this weekend for live crawfish.

Governor Edwards urges Medicaid recipients to check their eligibility status to avoid losing coverage in a public service announcement released earlier today. Eligibility reviews are usually done yearly but were paused due to the pandemic. Edwards says this is an important and critical process for many Louisianans.

Cut 9 (11) “…their coverage.”

It will cost the state close to $196 million to conduct outreach for eligibility reviews.

Among the legislation filed for the upcoming session is one to bestow the designation of the official state nut to the pecan. Alexandria Representative Lance Harris is sponsoring the bill and he says since Louisiana sports one of the largest crops of pecans in the south and Louisianans love them and it’s time to make it official.

Cut 5 (10) “…produce them”

The average price for a pound of crawfish dropped 15-cents so you’re looking at an average of $2.64 a pound for live mudbugs, 70 to $80 a sack. And if you’re hankering for some crawfish this weekend and aren’t in the mood to boil them yourself, Crawfish App co-founder Laney King says you’ll pay about $4.00 a pound at your favorite restaurant.

Cut 8 (08)  “…can expect.” 

As we approach Easter, she’s predicting a quarter-per-pound increase.

And you might want to pick up a strawberry biscuit this weekend too. For a limited time, Popeyes has added the treat to their dessert menu. It’s their signature biscuit with reportedly the right balance of salty and sweet with strawberry bits baked in and creamy icing on top. The strawberry biscuits are available nationwide but again for a limited time.

Alexandria Representative Lance Harris has filed some nutty legislation for the upcoming session. Because Louisiana harvests an average of 17.7 million pounds of pecans annually and ranks top five among pecan-producing states he wants it to be honored as the state nut.

Cut 4 (11)  “…that designation” 

And another favorite delicacy in the Bayou State is crawfish. This weekend expect to pay an average of $2.64 a pound for live mudbugs or about four dollars for boiled. Crawfish App co-founder Laney King says even though there’s been a consistent drop in prices weekly that’s about to change as we approach Easter.

Cut 7 (10)  “…quarter a pound.” 

The LSU women’s basketball team will appear in its 6th Final Four tonight and its first since 2008 when it faces Virginia Tech in Dallas. The Lady Tigers are seeking their first National championship. Senior Alexis Morris says the team that’s the toughest mentally will advance to Sunday’s championship game…

Cut 17 (13) “…these moments.” 

Tip-off tonight is at 6 o’clock.

And it was a memorable baseball game at the Box last night with 13-thousand fans witnessing the Tigers pull off a five-to-two victory over ninth-ranked Tennessee. Game two of the series is also at 6 tonight.

A 19-year-old student at Southwood High School is facing charges after a school resource officer allegedly found a fully loaded gun in his backpack. Caddo Parish Sheriff Steve Prator says Officer Calvin Williams confronted Caleb Morris after he allegedly threatened to kill a coach at the school…

Cut 12 (08)  “…being shot.”
Morris faces several charges including terrorizing and possession of a weapon in a gun free zone.

Alexandria Representative Lance Harris has filed legislation some nutty legislation he wants – the pecan to be the official state nut. In a quest to identify the state nut Harris realized there wasn’t one and a constituent requested he propose one.

Cut 3 (12) “…state nut”

The legislative session begins on April 10th.

Congressman Steve Scalise’s comprehensive energy bill that would bolster oil and gas production in the United States received approval from the U-S House. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (29)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

If you’re looking for the best price for crawfish this weekend, according to the Crawfish App you can expect to pay $2.64 a pound or $70 to $80 a sack for live mudbugs and $4.83 a pound for boiled crawfish. Prices are down an average of 15-cents this weekend.

Minden Police have made two arrests in the shooting of at least four people at a gathering Sunday night. The shooting happened at Ewell Park Recreation Center. Police Chief Jared McIver says his officers responded quickly.

Cut 3 (10) “…laying everywhere”

20-year-old Reginald Moore of Heflin and 22-year-old Jamontae Holyfield of Homer have been arrested so far and more are anticipated.

Addiction specialists are praising the FDA’s approval of over-the-counter Narcan to help with the ongoing opioid crisis. Director of Addiction Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans, Dr. Lee Michals is hopeful with Narcan more widely available the number of overdose deaths will decrease.

Cut 6 (11)  “…when it’s needed.” 

Further efforts to make home and auto insurance more affordable for Louisiana consumers will be before the state legislature when they convene April 10th. Kevin Gallagher reports a watchdog group hopes they’ll make real, substantial change…:

Cut 2 (31)  “….I’m Kevin Gallagher” 

Four Louisiana parishes are ranked in the top 10 in the US for population loss in 2022. St. John the Baptist ranked in second place, Terrebonne in third, and Plaquemines in fourth place. St. Charles Parish is in the 8^th spot. Hurricane Ida, which struck south Louisiana in August of 2021 impacted the four ranked parishes.