A bill heading to the Senate floor would make it possible for the Louisiana legislature to use the courts to remove a public official from office for malfeasance or gross misconduct. Under the bill by West Monroe Senator Jay Morris, it would take a two-third vote by either the House or Senate for a lawsuit to be filed.

Cut 7 (09) “…easier to prove.”

Senate Bill 425 passed on a four to three vote. Democrats oppose the measure; Baton Rouge Senator Larry Selders expressed concern that a politician could be ousted based solely on accusations of wrongdoing.

Cut 8 (09) “…they’re not convicted.”

One month from the May 16th primary and Jeanne Burns spoke to a local political strategist about the U.S. Senate Republican primary.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Jeanne Burns.”

Louisiana High school seniors considering college choices will soon get personalized emails to help. The Board of Regents is joining forces with public colleges and universities, higher education systems and college-access organizations in this venture. Tristan Denley, with academic affairs and innovation at the Board of Regents, says the emails are prepared specifically for each recipient.

Cut 11 (11) “…to apply for.”

Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Patrick McMath wants to dismantle the heavily criticized Department of Children and Family Services and move many of the functions to the Department of Health. Alexandria Senator Jay Luneau expressed concern over funding the proposal. McMath says current employees of D-C-F-S would not lose their jobs, but would be transferred into L-D-H which would become the Department of Health and Human Services…

Cut 15 (12) “…in funding.”

The House Natural Resources Committee approves a resolution that would remove the deer feeding bans that are in place where chronic wasting disease has been found. Author of the legislation, Oil City Representative Danny McCormick says feeding bans are affecting people’s hunting rights. Supporters of the legislation say there has not been a single case of CWD being transmitted to humans. But LDWF’s Deer Program Manager Johnathan Bordelon says the feeding bans are one way they can slow the spread of CWD…

Cut 12 (10) “…congregate deer.”

The measure heads to the full House for more discussion.

The LSU baseball team finds itself in a tough spot midway through SEC play. The Tigers have just six conference wins and likely need 13 or 14 to secure a berth in the NCAA Tournament. Former LSU standout shortstop and two-time World Series champion Ryan Theriot says several factors are holding the team back from reaching its full potential.

Cut 16 (12) “…a lot of guesses.”

LSU Gymnastics is competing in the NCAA Semifinals today at 3:30. Coach Jay Clark says it will be crucial for the Tigers to be the best version of themselves in order to earn a chance to compete for their second national championship in three seasons.

Cut 6 (11) “…perfect is.”

The other three schools in their session are Florida, Georgia and Stanford.

The House Natural Resources Committee approves a resolution that would remove the deer feeding bans that are in place where chronic wasting disease has been found. Avid hunter and rock ‘n’ roll legend Ted Nugent testified in favor of the legislation. He recorded a video for members of the Natural Resources Committee to hear

Cut 11 (11) “…heritage.”

In an effort to control the spread of C-W-D, Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries imposed feeding and baiting bans in all or part of 18 parishes, mostly in northeastern Louisiana.

The LSU gymnastics team is looking to punch its ticket to the Final Four for the first time since 2024 after falling short last season in Fort Worth. For LSU to advance to Saturday’s finals, they must finish in the top two this afternoon and LSU’s philosophy for reaching the top is simple: control what you can and stay true to what’s worked all season. Sophomore Lexi Zeiss…

Cut 5 (07) “…our best.”

Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Patrick McMath wants to dismantle the heavily criticized Department of Children and Family Services and he’s proposed legislation to do it. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Entergy Louisiana’s request to expediate the approval of their plan to build seven new gas power plants to power Meta’s data center in Richland Parish is approved and the Public Service Commission will vote on it in December. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says…

Cut 8 (06) “…on this”

The state’s Public Service Commission has approved Entergy Louisiana’s request to expediate the approval process on the power company’s plan to build seven new gas power plants and other investments to power Meta’s data center in Richland Parish. Commissioner Eric Skrmetta says with the consultants, staff, and prior experience they have; the process can be fast-tracked while protecting the public but Alaina DiLaura from the Alliance for Affordable Energy said…

Cut 9 (11)  “…period of time.”

Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Patrick McMath is proposing a plan to dismantle the much-criticized Department of Children and Family Services and move the functions to the Department of Health and have State Police handle child abuse reports. Alexandria Senator Jay Luneau said…

Cut 14 (04) “…terrible outcomes.”

The LSU gymnastics team looks to punch its ticket to the Final Four today for the second time in three seasons. Andre Champagne has more…

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

The House Natural Resources Committee approves a resolution that would remove the deer feeding bans that are in place where chronic wasting disease has been found. Hunter Nation Chair Rock Bordelon, who owns deer hunting land in Avoyelles Parish, says the feeding bans in other states have not slowed the spread of C-W-D…

Cut 10 (04) “…feeders”

Senate Health and Welfare Chairman Patrick McMath unveils his plan to fix the state agency responsible for child welfare. The Department of Children and Family Services has been criticized for not preventing child deaths after they were alerted about dangers in the home. McMath wants to move many of the functions of D-C-F-S within the Department of Health and put State Police in charge of handling child abuse reports…

Cut 13 (10)  “..now dead.”

McMath’s legislation would also put the Attorney General’s office in charge of making sure parents are making their court-ordered support payments.

The state’s Public Service Commission has approved Entergy Louisiana’s request to expediate the approval process on the power company’s plan to build seven new gas power plants and other investments to power Meta’s data center in Richland Parish. The four to one vote means the P-S-C will vote in December on Entergy’s power plan proposal. Commissioner Jean-Paul Coussan says that’s plenty of time to review Entergy’s plan

Cut 7 (05) “…in Louisiana.”

A measure that seeks to lift the deer feeding bans in response to chronic wasting disease in deer is heading to the House floor. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The LSU gymnastics team will look to punch its ticket to the Final Four for the first time since 2024 after falling short last season in Fort Worth, Texas. The Tigers take the floor today in Session I of the NCAA Semifinals. Head coach Jay Clark says the team should feel confident heading into the meet, having been ranked No. 2 all season.

Cut 4 (12) “…get after it.”

Two men have been arrested for making threats against the lives of two Louisiana lawmakers. In the first case, investigators say Bruce Tigani, Jr of Wilmington, Delaware, made several detailed threats against State Representative Michael Echols and his family on social media. Authorities say Tigani was upset over Echols criticism of Medical Properties Trust, the landowner of a West Monroe hospital. In the second case, investigators say Charles Allen of New Orleans left a voicemail explicitly threatening the life of State Senator John C. Jay and his family.

Covington based, Globalstar is being purchased by Amazon for 11.6 billion dollars. They are the primary satellite link for Apple’s iPhone emergency SOS features and Amazon plans to use Globalstar’s network to connect smartphone users to a network of thousands of satellites for voice and data service. President of Greater New Orleans Inc, Michael Hecht, says Globalstar relocated to the Northshore from California in 2010 and are now a Louisiana success story…

Cut 11 (09) “…in Louisiana.”

Governor Jeff Landry is working to drum up support for Constitutional Amendment Three. It would eliminate three education trust funds and use the money from the funds to pay down retirement debt and give public school teachers and support workers a permanent raise. In 2023, the Legislature provided teachers with a stipend of two-thousand dollars and school support workers with a one-thousand-dollar stipend and have paid for the stipends ever since, but Landry say passage of Amendment Three makes those temporary pay raises permanent…

Cut 15 (09) “…may hold.”

Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell opposes Amendment Three, He says one of the trust funds has paid out millions for classroom needs over the last 25 years.

The Louisiana Tech baseball team beat Little Rock for their seventh straight win Tuesday night. Two weeks ago, the Bulldogs had lost eight in a row. Now, they head into the weekend with a bigger target on their backs. Head coach Lane Burroughs says his team just needs to stay humble and hungry going into their three-game series at Kennesaw State.

Cut 9 (12)  “…fun to coach.”

A 3-year-old boy was found unresponsive in a hotel swimming pool in New Iberia yesterday. New Iberia police said it happened just before 12:30 in the afternoon at the Ramada Inn on Hwy 14. When police arrived, the child was out of the water, and they immediately began lifesaving measures. The child was transported to a hospital by air but efforts to save him failed and he was pronounced dead at the hospital. The incident is under investigation.

Governor Jeff Landry is urging voters to approve Constitutional Amendment Three on the May 16^th ballot. It eliminates three education trust funds and uses the approximately two billion dollars contained in them to pay down Teachers’ Retirement System debt, which would give public school teachers a permanent raise…

Cut 14 (09) “…two years.”

Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell opposes Amendment Three, He says one of the trust funds has paid out millions for classroom needs over the last 25 years.

Amazon is purchasing a satellite communications company based in Covington for 11.6 billion dollars. Joe Gallinaro has the details

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

The Louisiana Tech baseball team picked up its seventh straight win on Tuesday night after beating Little Rock nine to three. Just two weeks ago, the Bulldogs had lost eight in a row, but head coach Lane Burroughs says the team has gotten its swagger back.

Cut 8 (15) “…get out of their way.”

Governor Jeff Landry is making the rounds on local talk shows touting his support for Constitutional Amendment Three on the May 16^th ballot. Amendment Three eliminates three education trust funds and uses the money contained in those funds to pay down retirement debt, which will give public school teachers and support workers a permanent raise…

Cut 13 (12) “…tax reform.”

Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell opposes Amendment Three, He says one of the trust funds has paid out millions for classroom needs over the last 25 years.

State Police is looking for a driver who struck and killed a bicyclist in St. Tammany Parish. The crash claimed the life of 24-year-old Rodrigo Ornelas Junior of Folsom. Trooper Marc Gremillion says the incident occurred at around 12:30 AM on Sunday on Louisiana Highway 40 in Folsom….

Cut 3 (05) “…fled the scene.”

Anyone with information is urged to call State Police.

Amazon is purchasing Covington satellite communications company, Globalstar, the primary satellite link for Apple’s iPhone emergency SOS features. They plan to use Globalstar’s network to enable smartphone users to connect directly to a network of thousands of satellites for voice and data service. President of Greater New Orleans Inc, Michael Hecht, says news that Amazon bought the satellite communications company broadens Louisiana’s brand for those companies considering doing business in Louisiana…

Cut 12 (07) “…innovative companies”

The 22nd-ranked LSU softball team no-hit UL Lafayette in its 8-0 run-rule win last night. The Cajuns find themselves in jeopardy of missing the postseason for the second straight year. Head coach Alyson Habetz says her team can still get to where it wants to be, but it will take a complete turnaround.

Cut 7 (12) “…we have to make it happen.”

The Cajuns look to bounce back this weekend as they host Coastal Carolina.

24-year-old Rodrigo Ornelas Junior of Folsom was killed in a hit and run crash around midnight Sunday morning, and State Police is looking for the driver of a dark sedan or small SUV who struck Ornelas while he was cycling on Highway 40 near Folsom. Trooper Marc Gremillion says Ornelas was not wearing a helmet but was dressed in light-colored clothing. He died at a local hospital.

Cut 4 (08) “…unfortunate death.”

Gremillion says anyone with information is urged to contact State Police

Two men have been arrested for making threats against the lives of two Louisiana lawmakers. In the first case, investigators say Bruce Tigani, Jr of Wilmington, Delaware, made several detailed threats against State Representative Michael Echols and his family on social media. Authorities say Tigani was upset over Echols criticism of Medical Properties Trust, the landowner of a West Monroe hospital. In the second case, investigators say Charles Allen of New Orleans left a voicemail explicitly threatening the life of State Senator John C. Jay and his family.

Governor Landry is urging Louisiana voters to vote “Yes” for Constitutional Amendment Three on the May 16^th ballot. Jeff Palermo has the story..

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Amazon is purchasing a Louisiana satellite communications company for nearly 12-billion dollars. President and CEO of Greater New Orleans Inc, Michael Hecht, says it’s great news for Covington-based Globalstar…

Cut 10 (10) “… Amazon Leo.”

Globalstar is the primary satellite link for Apple’s iPhone emergency SOS features and Amazon says it plans to use Globalstar’s network to enable smartphone users to connect directly to a network of thousands of satellites for voice and data service.

The House Transportation Committee has put the brakes on a bill that would require drivers to take a driver’s knowledge test when they renew their driver’s license every six years. Baton Rouge Representative Dixon McMakin says the test would provide drivers with a refresher on the rules of the road. Monroe Representative Pat Moore says it’s too much. Instead, require drivers to watch an online video containing basic rules of the road and tips on how to be a safer driver.

Cut 6 (15) “.or anything.”

McMakin says he’ll look at revising his proposal and bring it up for debate at a later date.

A 13-year-old student shot his father in front of the Tangipahoa Alternative School in Hammond this morning. Hammond Police Chief Edwin Bergeron says the teen refused to get out of his father’s vehicle to attend school, so his father decided to take him home and that is when the boy shot his father causing the vehicle to accelerate and hit a home across the street. Bergeron says after the collision, the armed 13-year-old started walking to the school, but the school resource officer acted quickly to disarm the teen

Cut 14 (06) “…take him into custody.”

The father is in stable condition.

The House Governmental Affairs Committee votes in favor of legislation that would shield the dollar amounts student athletes receive from public universities. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Former LSU star Flau’jae Johnson was the eighth overall selection by the Golden State Valkyries in Monday night’s WNBA draft. Shortly after, Johnson was traded to the Seattle Storm in exchange for the draft rights to Marta Suarez and a 2028 second-round pick. Johnson says being drafted is a dream come true.

Cut 7 (14) “…go make an impact.”