A proposed 10 billion dollar Liquefied natural gas export terminal project in Cameron Parish is in jeopardy as a result of a decision by the President.

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A King Cake was violated on national TV last night. The crime scene was the Maravich Center. It happened during ESPN’s College Gameday pregame coverage of the LSU Lady Tigers – South Carolina game. Sadly, the Lady Tigers also lost last night. The EPSN anchors are reportedly still looking for the baby.

Boise Cascade, a leading manufacturer of building materials, announces plans to invest $75 million dollars to expand and modernize its Oakdale facility in Allen Parish. Vice President Mike Brown says the facility will be able to produce up to 400 million square feet of dry veneer every year. He says the construction process will be split into stages and expects it to start later this year.

Cut 9 (13) “…new equipment.”

Former Orleans Parish District Attorney Harry Connick Senior passed away Thursday. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says Connick had some ups and downs in his legal career and even faced federal charges himself and his office faced violations of not turning over favorable evidence to the defense.

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He was 97.

The Biden Administration is placing a pause on pending liquefied natural gas export terminals, which puts in jeopardy the construction of the 10-billion dollar Calcasieu Pass 2 terminal project in Cameron Parish. President Biden says they want to examine the impact LNG exports have on energy costs, energy security and the environment. Louisiana Bucket Brigade director Anne Rolfes applauds the decision.

Cut 3 (12) “….took action”  

But Economist Loren Scott says this decision jeopardizes the state’s economic growth…

Cut 4 (12) “..pulled the trigger”

Scott says the U-S ships LNG to Europe so they don’t have to count on Russia for natural gas.

State Police have charged former LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte for placing sports bets as a 20-year-old. You must be at least 21 to gamble in Louisiana. Investigators say Boutte created a fake account at FanDuel and made thousands of bets, including on LSU football and himself in 2022. Louisiana Gaming Control Board Chairman Ronnie Johns…

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Boutte face charges of computer fraud and gaming prohibited and placing sports bets under the age of 21.

Boise Cascade, a leading manufacturer of building materials, announce its plans to invest $75 million dollars to expand and modernize its Oakdale facility in Allen Parish. Vice President Mike Brown says the company expects to create 30 new direct jobs and…

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Former LSU football star Kayshon Boutte has been arrested after he allegedly created a fraudulent sports betting account on FanDuel Sportsbook when he was 20-years-old. State police have investigated his wagers from April 22 to May of 23. He played for LSU in 22 and East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore says any bets he made as a player do not rise to criminal activity…

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He’s been charged with computer fraud and gaming prohibited and placing sports bets under the age of 21.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee heard testimony today about the unaffordability of flood insurance. Louisiana Senator John Kennedy on FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0.

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Washington Mardi Gras is underway in D-C. LaPolitics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says Louisiana business executives, lobbyists and groups budget for this event every year because it’s a great place to network…
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Former Saints quarterback Drew Brees is the king for the ball on Saturday night.

The Bayou State has seen significant rainfall since Tuesday, and more rainfall is expected into Saturday. LSU Climatologist Barry Keim says some of the highest rainfall totals are in southeast Louisiana…

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On a positive note, the rain should improve the state’s ongoing drought conditions.

The Pelican State has seen significant rainfall since Tuesday, and even more rain is expected. LSU Climatologist Barry Keim says rain chances are high again tomorrow and parishes along the coast could see locally heavy rainfall…

Cut 10 (10) “…five inches.”

Keim says rainfall totals for the next 12 to 48 hours range from one to five inches. A flood watch is in effect for most of southeast Louisiana until 6 PM.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee Heard testimony in Washington this morning about the unaffordability of flood insurance. Louisiana Senator John Kennedy voiced his frustration with the Risk Rating 2.0 formula that decides premiums and FEMA’s lack of transparency.

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Governor Jeff Landry, legislators, lobbyists, and business executives are in the nation’s capital for Washington Mardi Gras festivities. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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After a confirmed bomb threat at Grambling State this morning, students have been asked to shelter in place. Campus Police have also evacuated three buildings they include the Stewart Building, the Performing Arts Center and Adams Hall. Classes are being held online as a result.

We’ve seen flooding rains for certain portions of our state as a half a foot of rain has fallen in some areas. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says the National Weather Service is forecasting additional rainfall for the rest of the day and into tonight…

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Four people were shot during a drive-by shooting in Lafayette this morning. Lafayette Police Sergeant Robin Green says three men were standing outside of a home on Sunset Drive when shots were fired from a passing vehicle that stopped in front of the home.

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Green says two of the victims are in critical condition and two are in stable condition. She says when officers arrived, they found a man on the ground….

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was completely redrawn in the newly passed congressional map says it could cost Louisiana key GOP appointments in DC like Chair of Transportation and Infrastructure.  He says it’s a vital appointment for much-needed projects like the new Calcasieu River and Mississippi River Bridges. And more…

Cut 5 (12) “…and fix.” 

State Police reminds drivers of large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City is off limits. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan encourages truck drivers to use the I-220 detour to keep everyone safe.

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Travelers can check 511la dot org for the latest road conditions.

We’ve seen flooding rains for certain portions of our state as half a foot of rain has fallen in some areas. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says they’ve received reports of flooding of homes and businesses in Avoyelles Parish. Several highways across south and central Louisiana are under water…

Cut 10 (10) “…flood waters”

More rain is in the forecast tonight and tomorrow.

State Police reminds drivers of large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City is off limits. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan encourages truck drivers to use the I-220 detour to keep everyone safe.

Cut 8 (09) “…for everyone.” 

Travelers can check 511la dot org for the latest road conditions.

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was completely redrawn in the newly passed congressional map says it could cost Louisiana key GOP appointments in DC like Chair of Transportation and Infrastructure.  He says it’s a vital appointment for much-needed projects like the new Calcasieu River and Mississippi River Bridges. And more…

Cut 5 (12) “…and fix.” 

And according to The Advocate, sources say former state Representative Ted James could be preparing to run for Mayor in Baton Rouge. He would be the first announced challenger against incumbent Sharon Weston Broome. James is resigning from his role as a regional administrator for the US Small Business Administration on February 10^th.  Broome has served at East Baton Rouge Mayor President since 2016.

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who was the lone Republican in the state’s congressional delegation who voted in favor of The Biden Administration’s Infrastructure bill says the state will benefit. Infrastructure funds will go towards an I-20 corridor Amtrak line connecting Atlanta and Dallas. Cassidy says it also includes the cities of Shreveport, Ruston, and Monroe.

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Up next for Governor Landry and the state legislature is a special session addressing crime. It’s expected to begin a month from now. La Politics dot com Publisher, Jeremy Alford says the governor has not laid out his exact plans for the special session, but lawmakers are already proposing ideas…

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Most of the state north of Interstate 10 is under a flood watch, with the heaviest rains expected to come tomorrow. LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin has the latest…

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State Senator Cleo Fields says he will run for congress in the newly drawn 6^th Congressional District.  It’s no surprise the Black Democrat announced his candidacy, he served in congress before in 90s representing the state’s then 4^th congressional district.  The new map creates a second majority-Black district.

The congressional map with a second majority-Black district passed in the special session is getting pushback. Republican St. Bernard Parish Representative Mike Bayham is among a group that plans to challenge the map in court. He says this map also separates a neighborhood in his own legislative district of St. Bernard Parish.

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The map drastically changes the 6th congressional district currently represented by Republican Garret Graves. La-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says if Graves’ is not re-elected, his days in politics aren’t necessarily over…

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And Graves has been quoted as saying the “bonehead” Louisiana map could cost the GOP the House majority in Congress.

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who was the lone Republican in the state’s congressional district who voted in favor of The Biden Administration’s Infrastructure bill says the state will benefit immensely from investments in broadband. For example, in northwest Louisiana…

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And part of that investment Cassidy says is teaching and preparing students as young as elementary school for a career in computer science by learning coding.

State Police is forming a Troop Nola which will be in New Orleans beyond the Mardi Gras Celebration…
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That’s State Police Lt. Melissa Matey, she says they will have more than 130 troopers in the city for the Carnival season.  It’s a partnership with Attorney General Liz Murrell’s office, the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, and the New Orleans Police Department. Matey says the goal is for State Police to have a permanent presence in New Orleans

Jury selection is underway in the re-trial of Cardell Hayes. He fatally shot former Saints star Will Smith in 2016. Hayes says the shooting was in self-defense after an argument erupted following a car crash in the Garden District. Hayes was convicted of manslaughter, but it was tossed out due to a non-unanimous jury verdict. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says typically the defense has an advantage in re-trials.

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10 of the 12 jury members who sat through Hayes’ first trial determined he was guilty of manslaughter.

Get ready for a warm and wet week. LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says the first round of heavy rainfall will arrive later tonight and into Tuesday and flood watches and warnings are possible…

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Governor Jeff Landry is expected to sign the new Congressional district map approved by lawmakers. Jeff Palermo reports the new map makes it harder for Republican Garret Graves to get re-elected this year…

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In Caddo Parish, the family of a 44-year-old Dottie Yates-McCathran is asking anyone with information about her disappearance to contact the sheriff’s office. She went missing four years from her residence on Vivian Airport Road.

The political future for Baton Rouge Republican Garret Graves is cloudy after the Louisiana Legislature approved a new Congressional map that turns his district into a second Black-majority district. A federal judge ordered a new map after it was determined the previous one approved in 2022 underrepresented the Black vote by not having two majority-minority districts. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat expects a lawsuit contesting the newest map…

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A wet week is coming up for the Bayou State. LRN meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says to expect heavy rainfall and the possibility of flooding through Thursday with average rainfall totals between four and eight inches through the week…

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The first round of heavy rainfall will arrive later this evening…

After last week’s deep freeze, chances are your lawn isn’t as attractive as it used to be, and you might be tempted to prune away unsightly foliage. LSU Ag Center Horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard says not to because the damaged leaves will protect the plants from the next freeze. She says to hold off until late March, or early April to prune and fertilize your garden.

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If you have already prunes she says to cover those tender plants and to add a layer of mulch for added insulation.