Tropical Depression Number Nine is expected to strengthen into a Tropical Storm and eventually enter the Gulf of Mexico. State Climatologist Barry Keim says the system is just north of Aruba and is starting to organize. He says it’s expected to reach the gulf on Tuesday morning after it crosses western Cuba as a hurricane.

Cut 6 (11)  “…change a bit” 

Right now, it doesn’t appear as if Louisiana will be impacted by the storm but that could change.

Louisiana Tech is preparing the college for takeoff with an aviation partnership with United Airlines. Dean of the College of Liberal Arts Karl Puljak (pull-yak) says it’s a first of its kind of collaboration for the university and their aviation students will benefit immensely and be able to take flight with state-of-the-art technology.

Cut 10 (08) “…in Denver, Colorado.” 

The program will also act as a fast track for graduates and careers with their commuter airlines.

Louisiana’s National Hunting and Fishing Day returns tomorrow to four locations around the state. Trey Iles is with the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries and says they are hosting events in Haughton, Monroe, Woodworth, and Baton Rouge. Each location’s events vary but all include outdoor exhibits, as well as hunting and fishing opportunities.

Cut 4 (10) “…rifle demonstrations.” 

Iles says each location will have free food, live animal demonstrations, and a fishing tournament for the kids.

The reward to find the person or persons responsible for the shooting death of LSU student Allie Rice reaches $50,000. The Shed restaurant, where Rice worked, kickstarted the reward fund for anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death a week ago today. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Executive Director Johnny Dunnam

Cut 8 (11)  “…and citizens.”

The Violence Policy Center released a report this week that said nearly 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. LSU Health New Orleans Psychiatry Professor Doctor Rahn Bailey cut 11 (10) “….happening too much”

If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

Louisiana Tech is preparing the college for takeoff with an aviation partnership with United Airlines. Dean of the College of Liberal Arts Karl Puljak (pull-yak) says in addition to training aviation students it also assists with career opportunities

Cut 9 (10)  “…their profession.”

It’s the first of its kind of partnership for Louisiana Tech and its 150 aviation students.

One of the state’s most popular outdoor events is back.  Paused for two years during the pandemic, Louisiana’s National Hunting and Fishing Day returns tomorrow to four locations around the state. Trey Iles is with the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Cut 3 (05) “…find outdoors.” 

Events will be held at Department of Wildlife and Fisheries locations in Haughton, Monroe, Woodworth, and Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul asked the community to lift the family of Allie Rice in prayer and to stop spreading misinformation about the case. When Paul was asked about an eyewitness who claims no one would return his call and if they were taking the case seriously, Lt. Kevin Heinz stepped up to the mic.

Cut 9 (11)  “…touch with us.”

Because Louisiana ranks 5^th in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men, we asked the question what causes some men to abuse and or kill women. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says some men abuse women simply because they are more likely to dominate the physical battle.

Cut 10 (11) “…in most circumstances.”

Researchers at Tulane University say having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says when they survey more than 2600 people in numerous countries it revealed raising kids placed higher importance on family values. Murray says it’s not age that makes one conservative, it’s the urge to protect one’s progeny

Cut 6 (04)  “…younger non-parents.” 

Tropical Depression Nine formed early this morning over the central Caribbean and based on the National Hurricane Center’s Forecast track this storm will develop into a hurricane as it moves towards Cuba and then the Gulf Coast of Florida. Louisiana has been keeping its eye on the system and Governor Edwards says the state really needs a season with no storms…

Cut 15 (08)  “…travel trailers.”

Research from Tulane University in New Orleans reveals that people with children tend to become more conservative. That story from Kevin Gallagher…:

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When questioned about the status of the Allie Rice case Baton Police Chief Murphy Paul defends his officers and the investigation. Brooke Thorington has more

Cut 2 (29) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Louisiana consistently ranks in the top ten among states with the highest rate of women murdered by men. Brooke Thorington asks a psychiatrist what prompts men to murder women.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Researchers at Tulane University in New Orleans say having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says data culled from a survey of more than 2600 people in numerous countries revealed that those raising kids placed higher importance on things like family values, social stability, sexual behavior, reproduction, and physical safety…:

Cut 4 (09)  “…vulnerable human being.”

Social conservatism – not political – is what’s being discussed here. Murray says they also used data compiled from over 400 thousand people in over 80 countries to arrive at the findings. He says – regardless of the culture – when people take on the responsibility of children, their feelings tend to change…:

Cut 5 (08) “…conservative values.”

The Tulane study also dispels a commonly held belief that folks get more conservative with age. Murray says it’s not age; it’s the urge to protect one’s progeny…:

Cut 6 (04)  “…younger non-parents.” 

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Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. Lt. Kevin Heinz was asked about reports of an eyewitness who call BRPD about the shooting and that police failed to call him back in a timely manner.

Cut 7 (11) “…know of.”

The Shed restaurant, where Rice worked, kickstarted a reward for anyone who had information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Executive Director Johnny Dunnam said the reward has reached $37,500.

Cut 8 (11)  “…and citizens.”

Police Chief Murphy Paul asked the community to lift the Rice family in prayer and to stop spreading misinformation about the case. Paul was also questioned about an eyewitness who claims no one would not take his report. Lt. Heinz responded to the question when asked if BRPD is taking the case seriously.

Cut 9 (11)  “…touch with us.”

The phone number for Baton Rouge Crimestoppers is 225-344-STOP (7867).

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Because Louisiana ranks 5^th in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men, we asked the question what causes some men to abuse and or kill women. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says some men abuse women simply because they are more likely to dominate the physical battle.

Cut 10 (11) “…in most circumstances.”

The Violence Policy Center says almost 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. Bailey says because women are more likely to let their guard down around men, they are close to versus being on alert when approached by a man they don’t know.

Cut  11 (10)  “…happening too much.”

Bailey says it often starts with emotional abuse, threats, and then progresses to physical violence.  Drugs and alcohol can also play a role and Bailey says for some men it’s often by example in their upbringing to resort to abuse and they lack conflict resolution skills. He says many are unable to control their emotions when it comes to rejection or jealousy.

Cut 12 (06) “…hostile way.” 

All too often Bailey says when counseling female abuse victims they say they didn’t know where to go for help. If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

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A tropical wave in the Caribbean is expected to develop into a depression either today or tomorrow and it’s likely to get stronger as it moves towards the Gulf of Mexico. Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s time to pay attention to it.

Cut 13 (12) “…about 1991.”

The governor is urging everyone to do all the things we hoped we wouldn’t have to do this hurricane season. He says to gather supplies and get a game plan.

Cut 14 (09)  “…you’re going.”

Forecast models show the storm going into the Gulf, but after that, it’s anybody’s guess as to where.  A potential landfall on the Gulf coast anywhere from Florida to Texas is likely. Edwards says after enduring direct hits in 2020 and 2021, he hopes Louisiana is spared…

Cut 15 (08)  “…travel trailers.”

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LSU completes its three-game homestand by hosting New Mexico tomorrow. The Lobos are in the Mountain West Conference and they are 2-1 with wins over Maine and UTEP and a loss to Boise State. They have forced ten turnovers this season, so Coach Brian Kelly has put his team on alert…

Cut 16 (09)  “…no doubt about that.” 

It’s expected true freshmen Will Campbell and Emery Jones will start again at the two offensive tackle spots on Saturday. Center Charles Turner says both of them played really well last week as starters…

Cut 17 (12) “…tremendous amount.” 

LSU’s defense played well last week, holding an explosive Mississippi State offense to less than 300 yards of offense. The defensive line played well after a slow start to the season. Defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory from Alexandria…

Cut 18 (11) “…still LSU” 

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ULM welcomes the Ragin Cajuns to Malone Stadium on Saturday for the Sun Belt opener. UL-Lafayette was picked to win the Sun Belt’s West Division, while the Warhawks were picked to finish last in the West. Warhawks Coach Terry Bowden is not hiding the fact of who has the more talented team…

Cut 19 (13) “…we are there yet.”

ULM is 1-and-2, with losses to Texas and Alabama. The Crimson Tide trounced the Warhawks 63-7. Bowden is making sure that the loss to the Crimson Tide does not linger…

Cut 20 (16) “ …removed.” 

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The restaurant where Allie Rice worked is helping collect reward money for the arrest and conviction of the person or persons who gunned the LSU student down last Friday. One of the owners of The Shed, Chez Ciccone says the reward is up to $30,000 and he thinks it will make a difference.

Cut 4 (08)  “…people know.”

A federal judge rules the government may NOT require masks and/or COVID shots for teachers, staff, and volunteers with Project Head Start.  Liberty Justice Center and the Pelican Institute for Public Policy, whose general counsel Sarah Harbison who litigated the suit says now that President Biden says the pandemic “over”  why would the feds persist on mandates?

Cut 9 (07)  “…and medical decisions.”

Because New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for her travel expenses to France, councilman JP Morrell and other council members are working on a plan to recoup the more than $43 thousand in expenses.

Cut 3 (10) “…at the budget.” 

New Orleans has experienced astronomical crime rates this year with over 200 people murdered. On Governor Edwards monthly call-in radio program he was asked if the crime rate is impacting tourism. Edwards says hotel and sales tax revenues indicate that tourism is actually up in Crescent City and getting more police officers will make a difference.

Cut 15 (08) “… retain them.”

On his monthly radio program, Governor John Bel Edwards addressed the uptick of crime in Baton Rouge and the murder of 21-year- old LSU Senior Alli Rice.

CUT 12(10)      “…just horrendous.”

Edwards says hiring and training more officers will help with the crime surge.

State Police have placed a lieutenant on leave following a sex crime investigation by the Pennington Country Sheriff’s Office in South Dakota. LSP issued a release stating that 44-year-old Kirk Thibodeaux has been charged with Hiring for Sexual Activity. Thibodeaux who’s worked with state police for twenty years and was assigned to the Transportation Safety Services and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement section. Authorities say the incident happened on Wednesday at a Rapid City Hotel.

Southeastern Louisiana University is using a $5-million federal grant to develop a mentoring program to assist education graduates as they enter the classroom. Dean of Education Paula Summers Calderon says new teachers tend to leave the profession in their first few years due to burnout and not meeting their own expectations.

Cut 3 (10) “…or 20 years.” 

Social Catfish, an online investigation service that monitors scams, says in Louisiana last year more than 4,000 people lost $43 million to con-artists, that’s up from $27 million in 2020. Social Catfish CEO David McClellan…

Cut 9 (08) “…staggering.”
During the pandemic, there was an increase in identity theft due to stimulus checks and enhanced unemployment.

Baton Rouge Police continue to investigate the murder of Alli Rice, the LSU student who was gunned down last Friday as she attempted to turn her vehicle around at a train crossing. BRPD spokesperson Sgt. L’Jean McKneely says they believe the shooting was a random act.

Cut  11 (12)  “…give us a motive.” 

Fox News reports New Orleans has assumed the top spot for the most homicides per capita of any city in America. Metropolitan Crime Commission president Rafael Goyeneche says they have been alerting Mayor LaToya Cantrell and other city leaders to the rapidly developing problem for well over two years…:

Cut 8 (09)  “…about it in 2020.l”

Louisiana ranks fifth in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men. That’s according to the Violence Policy Center’s 2020 data. Whitney Thomas has more.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

A tropical wave heading towards the Caribbean continues to show signs of organization and it will likely become a tropical depression in the next couple of days. State Climatologist Barry Keim says this system is worth watching as long-range models show it could enter the Gulf of Mexico…

cut 26 (08) “…it unfolds”

Louisiana ranks fifth in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men. That’s according to the Violence Policy Center’s 2020 data. Whitney Thomas has more.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

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Fox News reports new violent crime data shows New Orleans is now, officially, the Murder Capital of the US. More from Kevin Gallagher…:

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The murder of an LSU student who was gunned down early Friday morning remains unsolved, and police encourage anyone with information to call them. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Louisiana Ranks 5th nation in the number of women killed by men per capita according to the Violence Policy Center.  VPC spokesperson Kristen Rand says in 2020,  98 percent of the women murdered in Louisiana were killed by someone they know.

Cut 4 (08)  “…to tradegy.”

And most of those women are killed by firearms.

The study also shows Black women are disproportionally impacted by lethal domestic violence. Rands says Louisiana is no different.

Cut 5 (12) “…Black women.”

Louisiana has been in the top 10 of states with the highest rate of women murdered by men for 12 years. Rand hopes lawmakers will legislate change to provide more resources for victims of domestic violence.

Cut 6 (12)  “…effective solutions.” 

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Fox News reports New Orleans has assumed the top spot for the most homicides per capita of any city in America. Data collected up until September of last year shows the City That Care Forgot has an average of 52 murders per 100-thousand residents. Metropolitan Crime Commission president Rafael Goyeneche (goy-uh-NETCH-ee) lays the blame for the city’s rising violent crime on the mayor, D.A., and police…:

Cut 7 (12) “…de-emphasize public safety.”

New Orleans has seen 208 murders so far this year alone. The homicide rate now outstrips St. Louis – the previous U.S. “murder capital”, plus cities like Chicago and New York. Goyeneche says they have been alerting Mayor LaToya Cantrell and other city leaders to the rapidly developing problem for well over two years…:

Cut 8 (09)  “…about it in 2020.l”

Goyeneche says the city’s reputation as being unsafe for visitors needs to reverse soon, or the tourism trade will evaporate. He says the truth is that just over half of the city’s murders and robberies occur in just two policing districts and concentrating police presence and action there will help a lot…:

Cut 9 (09)  “…25-percent citywide.”

Goyeneche says he hopes the mayor will reverse course and take action to stem the tide of crime in the Crescent City.

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Baton Rouge Police continue to investigate the murder of Allison Rice. She was the LSU student who was gunned down last Friday as she attempted to turn her vehicle around at a train crossing. BRPD spokesperson Sgt. L’Jean McKneely says they’ve received numerous calls about the case.

Cut 10 (07) “…this case.”

McKneely says they believe the shooting was a random act, even though the majority of women who are murdered know their assailant.

Cut  11 (12)  “…give us a motive.” 

McKneely encourages the public to assist them with the case and to even reach out anonymously through Crimestoppers. Because the case remains under investigation, McKneely limited his comments.

Cut 12 (11) “…may put out.” 

Rice was a senior at LSU and was set to graduate in May. She also worked at The Shed restaurant, which is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to a conviction.

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Democrats are blowing their stacks over Republican governors sending illegal immigrants to Martha’s Vineyard, but Senator Bill Cassidy says the move was a great wake-up call for liberals about border security. The senator says, for too many, the flood of illegals across the open southern border isn’t a problem they can see or feel. The delivery of illegals to the northern elite conclave changes that…:

Cut 13 (12) “…it is a good idea.”

Cassidy says it is disingenuous of Democrats to rail on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for sending two airline flights of illegals (just over 50) to Martha’s Vineyard when the Biden administration is guilty of the same thing on a grander scale…:

Cut 14 (08)  “…like this isn’t happening.”

Cassidy says the White House has been flying migrants from the border to America’s large and smaller towns for months; often in the dead of night. Cassidy says southern and border states have been pleading with Washington to get illegal immigration under control, but no one is listening. He says dropping unwelcome illegals among the country’s richest sends a clear message…:

Cut 15 (10)  “…only way to do it.”

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Louisiana Tech lost to Clemson last weekend 48-20 but the Bulldogs showed they can be winners away from the football field. The Clemson football program has been grieving over the death of 15-year-old Ella Bresee, the sister of Tigers defensive tackle Bryan Bresee. Before Saturday’s game, Tech Coach Sonny Cumbie says the players decided to write handwritten letters to Bresee’s family to offer their sorrow and some words of encouragement…

Cut 16 (19)  “…mandatory deal.” 

Wide receiver Julian Lewis was one of the players who wrote a letter…

Cut 17 (15) “..his family” 

Tech is back on the road this Saturday as they will visit South Alabama in its final non-conference game. Cumbie says he’s proud of how quarterback Parker McNeil performed in the loss against Clemson. McNeil was intercepted twice but threw for 311 yards and a touchdown…

Cut  18 (24)“…the game.”

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After another impressive outing against Mississippi St. Malik Nabors is LSU’s leading receiver with 14 catches for 199 yards and a touchdown. Nabors muffed two crucial punts in the season opener vs Florida St but has bounced back with strong showings in the last three games, especially on 3rd and 4th downs. Coach Brian Kelly admires the young wide-out’s resilience…

Cut 19 (20) “…stronger for it.”

LSU’s special team struggles have been the story of their season so far, and coach Brian Kelly says the kicking is at fault for lackluster kickoff coverage that nearly cost LSU the game against Mississippi St. Regardless of these early setbacks, Kelly has no plans to make a switch as of yet but wants to keep all options open…

Cut 20 (15) “ …football team.” 

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Senator Bill Cassidy announces a big federal Infrastructure grant for Alexandria International Airport. More from Kevin Gallagher…:

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

A woman is charged with murder in the stabbing death of a man who was found at a New Iberia cemetery. New Iberia police say they responded to a call Sunday night and found an unidentified man unresponsive. 50-year-old Carolyn Washington faces second-degree murder and obstruction charges.

Lafourche Parish School district receives a model of excellence for its innovative science program and its perseverance through Hurricane Ida. State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley says Superintendent Jarod Martin and staff displayed an unwavering commitment to student success, no matter the challenge…

Cut 8 (09)  “…able to do.”
State Treasurer John Schroder launches a second round of the Louisiana Loggers Relief Grant Program to help alleviate economic strain caused by the pandemic. Logging companies that previously received the maximum $25,000 amount from the original program are not eligible, but Schroder says those who were previously denied may be eligible this time.

Cut  11 (10)  “…across the state.” 
Visit LAtreasury.com.

Alexandria International Airport has received a chunk of federal Infrastructure money to update the facility.  Deputy Director for Aviation at AEX Scott Gammel says the renovations will make the airport more attractive for businesses and it will also help put people to work…:

Cut 5 (11) “…for our community.”

The second round of funding for the Louisiana Loggers Relief Program are open for applications. Treasurer John Schroder, who’s overseeing the implementation of $5-million, says it’s intended to alleviate the economic strain for loggers caused by the pandemic.

Cut 10 (06) “…financial relief.”

Visit LAtreasury.com for more information or to apply. He says funds are distributed on a first come first serve basis

Even though Lafourche Parish was among the hardest hit by Hurricane Ida, the school district was awarded a Models of Excellence. State Superintendent Cade Brumley says it was critically important schools were supported by a wide range of community leaders who set examples for students by being resilient themselves.

Cut 9 (11)  “…quality education.”

According to the State Office of Motor Vehicles, the Honda Accord is the most popular car owned in Louisiana, followed by a Toyota Camry and then a Nissan Altima. O-M-V spokesperson Matthew Boudreaux says the top three most popular pick-up trucks registered in Louisiana are Ford, Chevy, and GMC.

Cut 14 (10)  “…Silverado and F-150.”
Most popular colors for vehicles in Louisiana are white, black and silver.