A Federal judge is blocking the posting of the Ten Commandments in Louisiana Public Schools until November 15 at the earliest. Lawmakers gave a January 1^st deadline to implement the new law requiring schools to post them, but US District Judge John DeGravelles is delaying any early implementation as he hears both sides in a lawsuit brought by groups claiming the new law violates the constitution.

Former New Orleans police officer and member of Mayor Cantrell’s security team Jeffrey Paul Vappie, II has been indicted by a federal grand jury. He faces several charges including 7 counts of wire fraud accused of perpetrating a scheme to defraud NOPD. He is also accused of making false statements to the FBI and charging the city for work when he was allegedly carrying on a personal relationship with Mayor Latoya Cantrell. During the times in question, Vappie allegedly drank alcohol, had meals out with the mayor and spent time in City Owned Apartment in the French Quarter.

A former art teacher at Golden Meadow Middle School in Lafourche Parish receives a 40-year prison sentence for sexually abusing a student. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) …I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Another candidate is in the race to represent the newly drawn 6^th Congressional District that now stretches from Shreveport to Baton. 35-year-old political newcomer, Quentin Anderson from Baton Rouge says he wants to bring integrity and honor back to public service and he says he wants to focus on crime, particularly youth violent crime by investing in youth jobs programs and ways to keep them busy.

Cut 7 (06) “…as well.”

A third Louisiana child this week has died from a Gunshot would. Lafayette police responded to reports of a wounded child on Brian Street. The four-year-old was transported by ambulance to a local hospital where the child was pronounced dead. The incident is under investigation. Tuesday, in St. Tammany Parish, a 15-year-old was accidentally shot by someone handling a gun in another room. Tammany Parish sheriff’s Office Lt Suzanne Carboni… Cut  13 (12) “…passed away.” 

Wednesday, a three-year-old in Hammond found a gun protruding from a mattress and accidentally discharged the firearm. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker…

Cut  14 (07) “…pray for them.”

Sticker says firearms should be stored in a location that is not easily accessible to children

Congresswoman Julia Letlow officially qualified to run for re-election this morning. The Republican’s 5^th Congressional District was altered when the lines for District 6 were redrawn. Letlow says she’s looking forward to meeting and listening to the new individuals she could potentially represent in her third term.

Cut 3 (10) “…for results.”

In addition to North Louisiana the 5th District also stretches to the Baton Rouge area.

James Genovese was unanimously chosen by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors to serve as Northwestern State University’s next president. Genovese, who currently serves as Associate Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court, is a distinguished member of Northerwestern’s “Long Purple Line Alumni Hall of Distinction” and says returning to lead this remarkable institution is a privilege. Genovese will assume his new role next month.

An accidental gunshot claimed the life of a 3-year-old in Hammond. The child found an unsecured firearm partially under a mattress and accidentally discharged the weapon resulting in a fatal injury. A family member came to the child’s aid immediately, but efforts to keep the child alive were unsuccessful. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker took a moment to remind gun owners that firearms should be stored in a location that is not easily accessible to children.

Cut 15 (13) “…pulled it out.”

Flags over the State Capitol and all state buildings are flying at half-staff today. Governor Jeff Landry signed an order to honor Corey Comperatore. He is the former fire chief killed during the assassination attempt of Former President Donald Trump on July 13^th. Comperatore  used his own body to shield his family from the shooter. He served as a soldier in the Army Reserve and as fire chief at the Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department. Comperatore is being laid to rest in Freeport, Pennsylvania today.

Congresswoman Julia Letlow is running for a third term to represent the 5^th District that now stretches as far south to the Baton Rouge area to North Louisiana.

Cut 1 (30) …I’m Brooke Thorington.”

In West Monroe the Louisiana Department of Transportation (DOTD) is holding a public meeting today, to discuss the proposed I-20 Widening/Overlay Project that aims to add an additional lane in both directions from west of Well Road to west of the LA 34 interchange, incorporating median barriers and shoulders. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan…says additionally, a noise barrier will be installed near the Shadow Creek Apartments and Blanchard Street.

Cut 7 (10) “…questions about”

Gambling charges against former LSU player Kayshon Boutte have been dropped. He was arrested in January for illegal online gaming. In a press release from the East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney’s office announcing the charges were dropped it says Boutte did not bet against himself or his team. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says that’s interesting to note…

Cut 15 (10)  “…they’re making it.”

The legal gambling age in Louisiana is 21 and Boutte was underage when the bets were placed.

A new report from Bankrate found more than one-third of U.S. workers say they’re living paycheck to paycheck on their current salary. Bankrate analyst Sarah Foster said the study focused on workers because they’re the group most impacted by the inflated cost of living.

Cut 3 (07) “…the present.”

The Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association (LADA) recently released its 2023 Economic Impact Report. President and CEO of LADA Coulter McMahen says the industry is important to Louisiana’s economy, providing over 33,000 jobs and significant tax revenue.

Cut 9 (08) “…Louisiana.”

Louisiana State Police wants YOU to vote for them in the 2024 American Association of State Troopers Best-Looking Cruiser Contest. All 50 states submitted a photo of their cruiser for the contest. The top 13 will be featured in the 2025 AAST wall calendar, and the top-voted cruiser will be on the cover. LSP Sgt. Ross Brennan…

cut 8 (12) “…with this calendar.”

The man accused of killing a Loranger woman and her four-year-old daughter will face the death penalty in Louisiana. Brooke Thorington has more.

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

More than one-third of U.S. workers say they’re living paycheck to paycheck says a new report from Bankrate. Bankrate analyst Sarah Foster says the only sure way to avoid living paycheck to paycheck is to be rich. She advises…

Cut 5 (12)  “…and then essentials.”

Gambling charges against former LSU player Kayshon Boutte have been dropped. He was arrested in January for illegal online gaming. The East Baton Rouge Parish DA’s office says Boutte has completed a gambling awareness program and executed a self-ban. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says it’s a classic case of prosecutorial discretion because no one was harmed…

Cut 13 (12)  “…the matter.”

Boutte was under 21 when the bets were placed, and the DA says he did not bet against himself or his team.

Speaking on their 2023 Economic Impact Report, President and CEO of The Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association, Coulter McMahen says without Louisiana Auto Dealers, the bayou state loses jobs and significant sales tax revenue. As for the future of Louisiana Automobile Dealers…

Cut 11 (12) ” …marginal increase.”

A new report from Bankrate found 34% of U.S. workers are living paycheck to paycheck. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (28) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

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The man accused of killing a Loranger woman and her four-year-old daughter will face the death penalty in Louisiana. Brooke Thorington has more.

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

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A new report from Bankrate found more than one-third of U.S. workers say they’re living paycheck to paycheck on their current salary. Bankrate analyst Sarah Foster said the study focused on workers because they’re the group most impacted by the inflated cost of living.

Cut 3 (07) “…the present.”

Though the study started this year, Foster believes people have less spending money now than in the past. Workers in the southern United States were most likely to report living paycheck to paycheck, which Foster says isn’t surprising.

Cut 4 (12) “…any other region.”

Foster says the only sure way to avoid living paycheck to paycheck is to be rich. Short of that, she advises living within your means and taking notice if your paycheck doesn’t cover all of your expenses.

Cut 5 (12)  “…and then essentials.”

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Voting has begun for the 2024 American Association of State Troopers Best-Looking Cruiser Contest. This year, Louisiana’s submission features a state police cruiser at the LARC Acadian Village in Lafayette. Sgt. Ross Brennan with LSP says the village was chosen because it’s a…

Cut 6 (12) “…state police patrol units.”

Brennan says they considered locations such as the SuperDome to represent Louisiana in the contest, but ultimately settled on Acadian Village for its beautiful location and storied history. He says when you think of our state, chances are…

Cut 7 (11) “…different cultures.”

All 50 states submitted a photo of their cruiser for the contest. The top 13 will be featured in the 2025 AAST wall calendar, and the top-voted cruiser will be on the cover. Brennan says it’s been a while since Louisiana was featured in the calendar.

Cut 8 (12)  “…with this calendar.”

Voting runs from July 15 to 29. You can find the voting link on LSP’s social media sites.

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The Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association (LADA) recently released its 2023 Economic Impact Report. President and CEO of LADA Coulter McMahen says the industry is important to Louisiana’s economy, providing over 33,000 jobs and significant tax revenue.

Cut 9 (08) “…Louisiana.”

McMahen says the independent dealer model is especially important to local communities, which is illustrated in the over 18 million dollars in charitable donations given in 2023.

Cut 10 (10) “…they’re involved.”

Without Louisiana Auto Dealers, McMahen says, the bayou state loses jobs and significant sales tax revenue. As for the future of Louisiana Automobile Dealers…

Cut 11 (12) ” …marginal increase.”

Underaged Gambling charges against Former LSU football standout Kayshon have been dropped. Boutte was accused of placing bets using a fictitious name while he was under the age of 21. In a statement the East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney’s office commended the Louisiana State Police Gaming Enforcement Division for their investigation. The statement said while evidence shows Boutte placed bets underage, no one was financially injured, Boutte did not financially profit, and He did not bet against himself or his team.

The Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association (LADA) recently released its 2023 Economic Impact Report. President and CEO of LADA Coulter McMahen says the independent dealer model is especially important to local communities, which is illustrated in the over 18 million dollars in charitable donations given in 2023.

Cut 10 (10) “…they’re involved.”

A new report from Bankrate found 34% of U.S. workers are living paycheck to paycheck. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (28) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

Voting has begun for the 2024 American Association of State Troopers Best-Looking Cruiser Contest. This year, Louisiana’s submission features a state police cruiser at the LARC Acadian Village in Lafayette. Sgt. Ross Brennan with LSP says the village was chosen because it’s a…

Cut 6 (12) “…state police patrol units.”

There was an assassination attempt of former president Donald at his rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Mel Bridges has more.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Mel Bridges.”

Both Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden are calling for unity among Americans in the wake of the shooting. Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says no matter the issue, violence is never the answer.

Cut 9 (09)  “…the worst.”

With the rising summer temperatures, Louisiana drivers begin seeing road buckling. Louisiana DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says unfortunately, it can happen suddenly and unexpectedly and there’s no way to prevent road buckles. If you encounter one while driving, she recommends reporting it to your regional DOTD as soon as it’s safe to do so.

Cut 12 (12) “…as quickly as possible.” 

You can report road buckles or any road problems at dotd.la.gov. 

LSU kicks off SEC Football Media Days in Dallas today with Head Coach Brian Kelly. Tiger Rag editor, Todd Horne says Linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. was a freshman All-American in 2022 but took a step back with the rest of the defense last year. He began the season as an inside linebacker before being moved back outside, but Horne trusts new Defensive Coordinator Blake Baker to develop him as an off-ball linebacker…

Cut 15 (08)  “…inside linebacker.”

A motive in the assassination attempt of Former President Trump Saturday is still not known. Fortunately, the former president was able to leave his rally safely to receive medical attention after a bullet struck him in the ear. Two attendees were critically injured, and one man is dead. The twenty-year-old shooter was outside the rally on a rooftop and was killed by counter snipers. Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana…

Cut 8 (10) “…to be condemned.”

Both Trump and Biden called for unity among Americans in the wake of the assassination attempt. Some of Trump’s opponents have suggested he may use the tragedy to garner votes. LSU Political Science Professor Dr. Robert Hogan…

Cut 6 (10) “…we’ll just have to see.”

SEC Media Days begin in Dallas today with LSU’s Brian Kelly set to kick things off. Tiger Rag editor Todd Horne expects confidence from the Tigers. Kace Kieschnick has more…

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.” 

As the temperature continues to climb, motorists may encounter road buckling. Louisiana DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says it can happen suddenly and unexpectedly, but shouldn’t be danger if you’re paying attention and driving safely. She says even if you’ve never seen a road buckle before…

Cut 11 (10) “…caught my attention.”

You can report road buckles or any road problems at  dotd.la.gov. 

Former President Trump was the target of an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania Saturday. The shot taken at the former president hit him in the ear. Two attendees are critically injured, and one man who reportedly threw himself in front of his family to shield them is dead. The twenty-year-old shooter was outside the rally on a nearby rooftop and was killed by counter snipers. Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana had this to say

Cut 7 (10) “…in your prayers.”

LSU Political Science Professor Dr. Robert Hogan says it’s not yet clear how the assassination attempt might impact the presidential election. He says most Americans have preset, hardened notions of Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.

Cut 5 (06) “…views.”

Drivers may notice more road buckles on concrete roads as the summer continues, but it’s nothing to be afraid of if you’re driving safely. Sean Richardson has the story.

Cut 2 (26)  “…I’m Sean Richardson.” 

SEC Football Media Days kicks off in Dallas today with LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly. Tiger Rag editor Todd Horne says Kelly is confident in the talented arm of quarterback Garrett Nussmeier. Horne says tight end Mason Taylor is set for a big year in all phases of the offense.

Cut 14 (13)  “…in the past.”