Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was heavily altered in the most recent congressional map, was among the plaintiffs who filed suit against that map that was overturned Tuesday.

Cut 2 (28)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

In a press conference Georgia Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green says will call for a vote to remove Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish as Speaker of the House next week. But Democrats plan to table the motion. House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar from California

Cut 12 (11) “…pressing issues” 

A motion to table Greene’s resolution would be a procedural move to keep it from ever reaching the floor.

14 people that were part of a large Pro-Palestine protester encampment on Tulane’ campus were arrested as over 100 police officers moved in to break up the protest up. The group set up an encampment on Monday after a march in support of Palenstine. NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says after two nights of letting them demonstrate, it was time to go

Cut 6  (10) “…them room.” 

In a historic move, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is looking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Peter Robins-Brown with Louisiana Progress says with close to 40 states having medical marijuana and two dozen with legalized recreational use….

Cut 3 (12) “…their ways.” 

Georgia Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green says will call for a vote to remove Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish as Speaker of the House. Green says she voted for Johnson to lead the House because he was a conservative, but his views have changed…

Cut 11 (13) ” …us recognize.”

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves was among the plaintiffs in the lawsuit against the state’s congressional map, which was overturned by Tuesday’s two-to-one court decision. They agreed that race was the predominant factor for the map that changed his district into a majority-black one. As for what’s next…

Cut 8 (12) “…new maps” 

State Attorney General Liz Murrill says the state will appeal the ruling to the Supreme Court so the map lawmakers passed in January will stand.

Louisiana is expected to see heavy rainfall during overnight hours. Bill Jacquemin has information on a flash flood watch that’s been posted for a large portion of the state….

Cut 1 (30)  “…I’m Bill Jacquemin”

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is planning to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug but that will have to be reviewed by the White House Office of Management and Budget.  Peter Robins-Brown with Louisiana Progress says if approved it acknowledges the medicinal use of marijuana and at the same time recognizes that cannabis has lesser potential for abuse. The proposal, however, does not legalize recreational use.

Cut 5 (08)  “…the state.” 

The fate of Louisiana’s congressional map is up in the air again after a two-to-one ruling throws out the map lawmakers approved in January with a second majority-black district. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat describes the ruling as stunning and incredible…

Cut 13 (08)  “…this fall.”

14 people that were part of a large Pro-Palestine protester encampment set up Monday on Tulane’s campus were arrested as police broke up the protest. Witnesses say police outnumbered protestors two to one as they removed protestors in front of Gibson Hall along St. Charles Avenue. Some protesters complained they were injured. NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says they will review video from surveillance cameras.

Cut 7 (12) “…the other.”  

The university says the majority of the protestors are not affiliated with the school.

After a closed-door meeting with legislators Tuesday, Governor Jeff Landry’s administration will be participating in the federal summer feeding program for needy children, reversing his earlier position. The administration initially said the state lacked funds needed to cover administrative costs of the program but last week, the House voted to include $3.6 million to cover it. At least 250,000 children will be served by the 71 million dollars in federal dollars and beginning June 4^th eligible families will receive extra $40 per month per child in EBT during the summer months.

U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is looking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Peter Robins-Brown with Louisiana Progress on what that means for medicinal cannabis in Louisiana …

Cut 4 (08) “..medicine.” 

Currently, marijuana is in the same classification as heroin and LSD. If approved, it would change from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III.

Louisiana’s new congressional map creating a second majority-black district has been thrown out. And The Secretary of State’s Office has stated they needed a map in place by May 15^th for the fall election. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says there are several complications and multiple twists and turns in the map saga.

Cut 14 (14)  “…this controversary.”

14 people that were part of a large Pro-Palestine protester encampment on Tulane’s campus were arrested as over 100 police officers moved in to break up the protest. The group set up an encampment on Monday after a march in support of Palenstine. NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick…

Cut 6  (10) “…them room.” 

In a historic move, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is looking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Peter Robins-Brown with Louisiana Progress says with close to 40 states having medical marijuana and two dozen with legalized recreational use….

Cut 3 (12) “…their ways.” 

New Orleans will be home to the Gulf Coast’s only HBCU Medical School. Founding Dean Dr. Leo Seoane (Swan ee) a first-generation Cuban American says Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine will transform generations of young black and brown lives…

Cut 9 (11)  “…for it.”

The medical school will operate from Benson Tower on Poydras and when it opens will be the 5^th HBCU School of Medicine.

A Senate bill to make it a crime with harsh penalties to poison a pregnant woman without her consent with an abortion pill advances from House Criminal Justice.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Happy Birthday 212^th Birthday to us. Louisiana became the 18^th state to join the union of states on April 30, 1812 just nine years after these United States of America acquired the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.

The Louisiana House is expected to vote tomorrow on legislation that would result in the state holding a constitutional convention starting on May 20th and end as early as June 3rd. La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says Landry has said the constitutional convention is a chance to reorganize the state constitution…

Cut 11 (12) ” …budget cuts.”

A two-thirds vote is needed in the House for proposal to advance to the Senate.

Slidell police arrested a Slidell High School teacher for sexual misconduct with a student. The investigation that led to the arrest of 35-year-old Alexa Wingerter began in March. Authorities say Wingerter had an inappropriate and sexual relationship with at least one 18-year-old male student and there is evidence she purchased alcohol for students at local bars. She faces charges of Prohibited Sexual Conduct Between Educator and Student and Unlawful Purchase of Alcoholic Beverages on Behalf of Persons under 21. The investigation is ongoing.

Natchitoches Police are investigating a Monday evening homicide that occurred off University Drive. Around 9:30 PM Police responded to reports of the gunshot victim and when they arrived found a fifteen-year-old suffering from a single gunshot wound. The young person was pronounced dead after being transported to Natchitoches Regional Medical Center. The investigation is ongoing.

Opelousas High School can once again say they are state champions in football. In December, Opelousas won its first state championship in football when it defeated Cecilia 26-13. In late February, the LHSAA stripped Opelousas of its title. Zachery thanks the school board and St. Landry Parish Superintendent Milton Batiste who had his back…

Cut 4 (08) “..keep fighting” 

House Criminal Justice Committee advances a bill that creates the crime of coerced criminal abortion by fraud inspired by the sister of bill sponsor Senator Thomas Pressly, Catherine Herring, whose husband poisoned her with an abortion pill in Texas, but only spent 180 in jail. Pressly says the Louisiana bill of criminalized coerced abortion in the first trimester would be punishable by imprisonment of no less than five, no more than 10 years.

Cut 7 (09) “…maximum.”  

The Louisiana House is expected to vote tomorrow on legislation that would result in the state holding a constitutional convention. A two-thirds vote is needed in the House for the proposal to advance to the Senate. La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says it appears the voters are there in the House for it to pass…

Cut 10 (09) “..this convention.” 

The Louisiana House is expected to vote tomorrow on legislation that would result in the state holding a constitutional convention starting on May 20th and ending as early as June 3rd. La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says several legislators are concerned with the speed that this happening…

Cut 9 (06) “…few weeks.” 

A two-thirds vote is needed in the House for the constitutional convention proposal to advance to the Senate.

Louisiana House Criminal Justice Committee has advanced a bill inspired by Shreveport native Catherine Herring, whose husband poisoned her with an abortion pill in Texas, but only spent 180 in jail.  Herring was able to receive an abortion reversing medication in time to save her daughter, but  Josephine has health complications as a result.

Cut 8 (13) “…political parties.” 

Opelousas High School can once again say they are state champs in football. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Slidell police arrested a Slidell High School teacher for sexual misconduct with a student. The investigation that led to the arrest of 35-year-old Alexa Wingerter began in March. Authorities say Wingerter had an inappropriate and sexual relationship with at least one 18-year-old male student and there is evidence she purchased alcohol for students at local bars. She faces charges of Prohibited Sexual Conduct Between Educator and Student and Unlawful Purchase of Alcoholic Beverages on Behalf of Persons under 21. The investigation is ongoing.

A Senate bill to make it a crime with harsh penalties to poison a pregnant woman without her consent with an abortion pill advances from House Criminal Justice.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Happy Birthday 212^th Birthday to us. Louisiana became the 18^th state to join the union of states on April 30, 1812 just nine years after these United States of America acquired the Louisiana Purchase in 1803.

Good news for the National Champion LSU Gymnastics team. 2024 AAI Award winner and SEC Gymnast of the year, Haleigh Bryant announces her return to the tigers for her senior season. She says she talked it over with her family, coaches, and teammates and Bryant says she wasn’t ready for it to end.

Opelousas High School can once again say they are state champions in football. In February, the LHSAA stripped the school of its title over the alleged use of an ineligible player last season, but coach Jimmy Zachery says an agreement with the LHSAA brings the title back to Opelousas…

Cut 3 (12) “…what we earned.” 

In December, Opelousas won its first state championship in football when it defeated Cecilia 26-13.

Legislation to hold a constitutional convention heads to the Full House, after costs were discussed in House Appropriations. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Louisiana is joining several other states in a lawsuit against the federal government over new Title IX rules that expand protections to LGBTQ-plus students in a classroom setting. State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley has already told public schools not to follow the revised Title IX rules….

Cut 13 (06) “…across the country”

Three Kenner Police officers shot during a lengthy standoff with a gunman on Sunday have been released from the hospital. The gunman, Matthew Lathers, was killed after exchanging gunfire with both Kenner Police officers and Jefferson Parish deputies. Sheriff Joe Lopinto says it started when Lathers shot two people sitting in a vehicle outside of his home…

Cut 10 (06) “..fired upon them.” 

In Lincoln Parish, a Dubach police officer was killed while conducting a traffic stop on U-S 167 just south of Hamilton Road. State Police spokesperson Ryan Davis says officer Russell Croxton’s police vehicle was hit by a truck driver from Arkansas who didn’t see Croxton’s police vehicle in the right lane…

Cut 3 (05) “…flashing lights.” 

Davis says this is a reminder to obey the “Move Over” law.

A small town in north Louisiana is mourning the loss of a police officer, killed while on duty on Saturday. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Louisiana is a step closer to getting her first Bucees as the City of Ruston signed a memorandum of understanding Friday detailing the required infrastructure needed. Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker expressed excitement over movement on the project that has been in the planning stages for 14 months and is expected to bring 15,000 vehicle stops to the parish daily. Groundbreaking on schedule for this year with a 2025 opening planned.

Louisiana is among several states suing the federal government over new Title IX rules. Attorney General Liz Murrill says these new rules will result in transgender women sharing bathrooms, locker rooms and perhaps even lodging on overnight field trips with biological girls. She says the federal government is telling colleges and universities to disregard the concept of biological sex…

Cut 12 (07) “…biological women.” 

State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley has already told public schools not to follow the revised Title IX rules….

House Appropriations advances a bill to hold a constitutional convention beginning May 20^th  Bill author New Iberia Representative Beau Beaullieu depending on the how long it lasts, the convention could cost between 63-thousand-dollars and 1.5 million but he says donations could help cover the costs. Stonewall Representative Larry Bagley has concerns.

Cut 8 (10) “…on a fire.”