Manslaughter charges have been dismissed against Andrew Camp who was accused of fatally shooting his 51-year-old father Chad Camp at their home in 2023. Legal Analyst Franz Borghardt says it’s a very complicated case involving child endangerment by Jessica Shea

Cut 5 (07) “…accused individuals.”

Andrew was 17-years-old at the time of the shooting. Shea allegedly gave Andrew alcohol that night, with toxicology reports showing he was nearly unconscious from intoxication.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in New Orleans says There are no immediate plans to release Mahmoud Khalil from the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Jena despite release orders from a federal judge. The Trump Administration is seeking to deport Khalil, saying his presence compromises a compelling foreign policy interest. Khalil, a pro-Palestinian protestor and Columbia University graduate student was arrested in New York in March and sent to the facility in Jena.

A bill that supporters said would lower prescription drug prices caused quite a stir during the final couple days of the legislative session. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Many are asking if LSU can win an eighth national championship in baseball  ESPN’s Kyle Peterson says the Tigers are one of the favorites and have the pitching to do it with their two aces Kade Anderson and Anthony Eyanson…

Cut 10 (10) “…that point.”

A state judge has dismissed a manslaughter charge against Andrew Camp who was accused of fatally shooting his 51-year-old father Chad Camp in 2023 but charges remain against Jessica Shea, arrested for obstruction of justice and contributing to juvenile delinquency. Shea allegedly gave then 17-year-old Andrew alcohol that night and toxicology reports show he was intoxicated to the point of near unconsciousness.

Cut 4 (05) “…for the victim.”

Borghardt says it’s a very complicated case involving child endangerment by Shea.

LSU fans are gearing up for Saturday night’s big matchup between LSU and Arkansas in the opening round of the College World Series. LSU has scored 61 runs in six NCAA Tournament games. Shortstop Stevan Milam has driven in 11 runs over the last four games and Tiger Rag Executive Editor Todd Horne says Milam needs to keep swinging a hot bat…

Cut 11 (09) “…to .290.”

LSU-Arkansas game starts at 6 PM.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued a cease-and-desist letter to CVS Health, a major Pharmacy Benefit Manager after CVS sent text messages to their customers warning that House Bill 358 could force over 100 CVS locations in Louisiana to close, potentially increasing medication costs and causing job losses. The bill would have prohibited companies from owning both pharmacy benefits managers and pharmacies. Murrill accused CVS of sending unsolicited, politically motivated messages using sensitive personal data.

Cut 7 (10) “…including my own.”

The bill failed in the Senate and Governor Landry is talking about a special session to address it this year, but Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says lawmakers are ready for a break from the state capitol…

Cut 14 (12) “…doubtful of.”

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued a cease-and-desist letter to CVS over text messages the drug-store chain company sent to customers about House Bill 358, which would ban pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from owning pharmacies in the state.  Murrill says people didn’t sign up for this…

Cut 6 (11) “…Louisiana legislature.”

The bill died in the Senate after it was approved by the House on Wednesday. Governor Jeff Landry says the legislation will lower prescription drugs prices and plans to call a special session so the bill can be approved this year. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat doesn’t see a special session happening…

Cut 13 (12)  “…with that”

A state judge has dismissed a manslaughter charge against Andrew Camp who was accused of fatally shooting his 51-year-old father Chad Camp at their home in 2023. Andrew Camp was 17 years old and Legal Analyst Franz Borghardt says Winn Parish District Attorney Chris Nevils cited the ethical obligation not to prosecute certain cases

Cut 3 (12) “…not pursue that prosecution.”

Jessica Shea still faces charges for obstruction of justice and contributing to juvenile delinquency.

LSU fans are gearing up for Saturday night’s big matchup between LSU and Arkansas in the opening round of the College World Series. The winner will have an excellent shot at making the championship series. Tiger Rag Executive Editor Todd Horne…

Cut 9 (14)  “…LSU Tigers.”

Governor Landry signed into law a bill that offers critical legal protections for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking by requiring car manufacturers to disable remote access technology

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

CVS sent out a mass text message to its customers telling them if House Bill 358 was approved, it would result in the closure of CVS pharmacies in Louisiana. Attorney General Liz Murrill says CVS may have violated state law by using personal information to push a political message.

St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape is re-releasing a PSA warning of the dangers of babies sleeping in the same bed with others after a tragedy involving an infant who died last weekend while sharing a bed with his mother and a sibling. Coroner’s spokesperson James

Hartman says when putting infants to bed, always use the ABC rule – Alone, on their Back and in a Crib.

Cut 10 (07) “…with a child.”

The Louisiana Legislature has approved a 46-billion-dollar budget for next fiscal year. The spending plan does not contain the 93-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the LA Gator program, which provides parents with state money to pay for private school tuition.  House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says most of the families that applied for LA Gator funds, already have children attending a private school…

Cut 12 (08) “…private schools.”

The LA Gator program will receive 43-million dollars, 50-million less than what the governor wanted.

Victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking have added protections, thanks to a new law Louisiana law requiring car manufacturers to disable remote access technology, like tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey says 80-percent of all domestic homicide victims were stalked and thanks to this law…

Cut 3 (11) “…track or monitor.”

Congress is being urged to protect the Medicare Advantage program which was left intact by the House but Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says provisions may be added in the Senate that he says would have a devastating effect on Louisiana’s 540-thousand seniors.

Cut 7 (10) “…services they need.”

The Legislature has passed a budget. The LA Gator program is receiving 43-million dollars, 50-million dollars less than what the governor wanted. LA Gator replaces the state’s voucher program, and House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says most lawmakers believe funding for private school vouchers should remain mostly the same…

Cut 13 (12)  “…for better opportunity”

A two-month-old infant in St. Tammany Parish died last weekend while sharing a bed with his mother and a sibling prompting Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape to re-release a PSA warning people of the dangers of babies sleeping in the same bed with others. Coroner’s spokesman James Hartman…

Cut 11 (14) “…was under her.”

He says always use the ABC rule – Infants should sleep Alone on their Back and in a Crib.

The Louisiana Legislature has approved a 46-billion-dollar budget for next fiscal year but it does not contain the 93-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the LA Gator program that replaces the state’s voucher program. Thirty of the 50-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the program went to high dosage tutoring in K-through-12 education. The other 18-million went to sheriffs for housing state prisoners in their local jails. About the LA Gator program, House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says this it’s best to begin with a conservative approach

Cut 14 (10) “…of this.”

A Medicare advocacy group is urging Congress to protect the Medicare Advantage program. When the One Big Beautiful Bill made it out of the House, the program was left intact. However, Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says the Senate has the program in its crosshairs.

Cut 6 (08) “…essentially cut funding.”

After the recent death of an infant, St. Tammany Parish Coroner is alerting people about safe sleeping. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A new law is adding protections for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking. Car manufacturers will now have to disable remote access technology, such as tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey was instrumental in getting House Bill 74 passed by highlighting the risks posed by abuser-controlled vehicle systems

Cut 5 (09) “…do the same.”

She says 80-percent of all domestic homicide victims were stalked.

DCFS workers continue to be overburdened with large caseloads and a new audit seems to confirm that and vacancies at the agency are growing. Julie Floyd, a senior performance auditor at the Louisiana legislator’s office says due to the vacancies, the workers at DCFS have seen their caseloads increase substantially.

Cut 13 (10)  “…cases each month.”

The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s office has arrested a 35-year-old Leesville father after a three-year-old shoots another three-year-old. Deputies say one of the children found a handgun beneath a pillow on the bed and accidentally fired the weapon, striking the other child in the shoulder and chest area. Chief Detective Rhonda Jordan says it appears the victim will recover…

Cut 4 (09) “..regular room”

But Fernando Mejia is facing one count of second-degree cruelty to a juvenile.

The legislature is expected to withdraw about 1.2-billion dollars from the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund to pay for various projects. House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says that includes about 709-million dollars for shovel-ready road projects that will be completed within one year.

Cut 6 (11) “…falling in line.”

McFarland says millions of dollars are also going to colleges, local water systems and OMV for a new computer system.

A bill waiting for Governor Landry’s signature clarifies a state law on who can carry a concealed handgun at a parade. Parade goers can, but a participant in the parade or a float rider cannot. New Orleans Representative Alonzo Knox is current law…

Cut 10 (10) “…defenseless”

The bill applies to all government-permitted parades or demonstrations.

A Leesville man has been charged with second-degree cruelty to a juvenile after a shooting incident involving young children. The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 3-year-old being shot at 35-year-old Fernando Mejia’s home. Chief Detective Rhonda Jordan says once investigators arrived at the residence they found a 40-caliber gun in the bedroom….

Cut 3 (08) “…children were playing.”

Investigators determined that the injured child was playing with Mejia’s 3-year-old, who found a loaded .40 caliber handgun hidden under a pillow.

A bill awaiting the governor’s signature seeks to clarify Louisiana’s concealed carry law that allows spectators at parades or demonstrations to carry concealed weapons, doesn’t allow participants in a parade to carry. Louisiana Shooting Association President Dan Zelenka…

Cut 11 (11) “…in a parade.”

A new audit shows that DCFS workers continue to be overworked. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The Louisiana Legislature is expected to withdraw about 1.2-billion dollars from the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund to pay for various projects. House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says a significant portion will be used to update the outdated OMV computer system. There will also be money for water sector improvements for local water systems.

Cut 7 (10) “…going to that.”

A Leesville man has been charged with second-degree cruelty to a juvenile after his 3-year-old found a .40 caliber handgun hidden under a pillow in the man’s bedroom and accidentally shot another 3-year-old visiting their home. The Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to home of 35-year-old Fernando Mejia’s. Mejia is currently being held in the Vernon Parish Jail charged with failing to properly secure the firearm. He is also subject to a detainer from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Sheriff Sam Craft says gun safety should be practiced at all times…

Cut 5 (10) “…grab it easily.”

The child is reportedly hospitalized in stable condition and being released from intensive care.

A new audit shows that DCFS workers continue to be overburdened with their caseloads. Julie Floyd, a senior performance auditor at the Louisiana legislator’s office, says there has been an increase in recent years in vacancies, especially in front-line case workers.

Cut 12 (08) “…to increase salaries.”

She says DCFS and the state have implemented special pay mechanisms to encourage employees to stay. However, a staffing and salary analysis showed that it’s inconclusive as to whether those special mechanisms were leading employees to stay.

The legislature is expected to withdraw about 1.2-billion dollars from the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund. Andrew Greenstein reports that represents a small overall portion of the fund.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A bill clarifying Louisiana’s concealed carry law that allows spectators at parades or demonstrations to carry concealed weapons, while maintaining the ban for participants of the events is awaiting Governor Landry’s signature. Louisiana Shooting Association President Dan Zelenka on why he believes the legislation is necessary…

Cut 9 (12)  “…cannot carry.”

AARP Louisiana says Senate Bill 134 would effectively eliminate the ability to hold nursing homes accountable for malpractice with a cap on malpractice damage and they’re urging Governor Landry to veto it.  Bill author, Senator Thomas Pressly, says his bill clarifies the Medical Malpractice Act, which was always intended to include nursing homes. AARP Director of Advocacy Andrew Muhl (“mull”)….

Cut 11 (11) “…is held to.”

Lawmakers passed a bill to mostly outlaw speed cameras with exceptions for school zones and one town that says their police department doesn’t have the resources to run radar. The House amended Senator Stewart Cathey’s bill to exempt Opelousas. Cathey says it’s a slippery slope.

Cut 9 (12)  “…across our state.”

The LSU Baseball is heading to Omaha. It’s the Tigers 20^th trip to the College World Series. They punched their ticket by sweeping West Virginia in the Super Regional with last night’s 12 to 5 win. Shortstop Stevan Milam was the offensive star of the series with a grand slam in game one and four more runs on Sunday night. Milam struggled with the bat in SEC play, but he’s been a Monster at the plate in the NCAA Tournament….

Cut 16 (09) “…to LSU.”

Louisiana ranks 49^th in the country for overall child well-being according to the Kids Count Data Book Director of Data and Research at Agenda for Children, Tereasa Falgoust says s 30 percent of Louisiana children and teen deaths were due to homicide, double the national rate…

Cut 5 (14) “…the solution.”