In a tragic discovery, missing 16-year-old Iris Davis was found deceased on Monday. Iris was first reported missing last Thursday. Her body was found in a field not far from her St. Martin Parish home. St. Martinville Police Chief Ricky Martin says investigators are treating her death as a homicide. The investigation is ongoing.

We’re all feeling the heat and temperatures are expected to remain in the upper 90s for the rest of the week. Evan Canzoneri, a safety service consultant with LWCC, says When working outside in these conditions, dress accordingly.

Cut 5 (12) “…head is vital.”

Hood Container is modernizing their St. Francisville paper mill to the tune of close to 120 million dollars increasing production capacity by 80-thousand tons per year. Since taking ownership in 2015, Hood Container has invested more than 160 million dollars in the facility. West Feliciana Parish President Kenny Havard says this project will help retain 295 jobs in the parish.

Cut 7 (12) “…community partner.”

Upgrades begin in late 2026, and phase two will be completed during the mill’s annual outage in May of 2027.

The Louisiana Department of Treasury paid out almost 70-million dollars in unclaimed property funds in the 2025 fiscal year. State Treasurer John Fleming says many people who claimed money owed to them found out about it through the department’s outreach efforts.

Cut 11 (09) “…were owed money.”

The unclaimed property is in the form of payroll checks, old bank accounts, utility deposits and interest payments.

The Honey Badger is hanging up his cleats. Announcing his retirement from the Saints today after twelve seasons in the NFL, Tyrann Mathieu posted on social media, As I hang up my cleats, I’m filled with gratitude as I close this chapter of life and officially retire from the game that’s shaped me in every way.” The former LSU star was respected off the field too – nominated for the Walter Peyton Man of the Year and worked to create positive change in the lives of youth.

Last week, President Trump spoke with Coca-Cola about using real cane sugar in Coke in the United States and today Coca-Cola announced the release of a new version of its classic drink sweetened with U.S. sugar. Coke products sold in the U-K and Mexico already use cane sugar. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says Coca-Cola’s decision to use cane syrup could have a big impact on Louisiana…

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If you’re working outside this week, you’ll want to take extra precautions given the hot conditions. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Almost 70-million dollars in unclaimed property funds found its rightful owners in the 2025 fiscal year. The Louisiana Department of Treasury paid both current and former residents and State Treasurer John Fleming says claiming money that’s owed to you isn’t difficult.

Cut 10 (10) “…it right there.” (Website: LaCashClaim.org)

Unclaimed property could be payroll checks, old bank accounts, utility deposits and interest payments.

A teen is killed and two others are hurt in a drive-by shooting in Ponchatoula. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Some of the uncertainty for the upcoming school year is removed as the Trump administration releases 28-million dollars in previously withheld after-school grants for Louisiana. Michael Faulk, the executive director of the Louisiana School Superintendents Association…

Cut 10 (10) “…in those programs.”

If you’re planning to spend significant time outdoors this week, you’ll want to take extra precautions. Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says throughout much of the state, daytime highs will be in the upper 90s with overnight lows in the 70s and the heat indexes will make it feel much hotter.

Cut 12 (11) “…and 110 degrees.”

Seek medical attention for signs of heat related illness like nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, and headache.

Today is Southland Conference Football Media Day in San Antonio. Nicholls will open the season week zero in the first college football game played on American soil this season. Defending Southland Conference champions Incarnate Word will visit Thibodaux August 23. Nicholls head coach Tommy Rybacki…

Cut 7 (14) “…any other way.”

The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2.

A drive-by shooting in Ponchatoula claimed the life of one and injured two others. Police Chief Bry (“bree”) Layrisson says it happened Sunday afternoon.

Cut 4 (12) “…since been released.” (Dead teen’s name is Marvin Wells)

Layrisson says 18-year-old Julius Glass Jr., 17-year-old Kera Wolbers and 16-year-old Ray Carter have been arrested in what investigators are calling a targeted attack. They are facing first-degree murder charges.

Temperatures will be in the upper 90s across much of Louisiana this week. Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says residents should be prepared and he warns, just using a fan won’t be enough.

Cut 14 (12) “…death over time.”

Tips to cope without a/c include taking cool showers, avoiding use of your stove and oven, staying hydrated, and spending time in air-conditioned buildings like libraries and shopping malls during the hottest part of the day.  Seek medical attention if you experience signs of heat related illness like nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, and headaches.

Southland Conference players and coaches are in San Antonio to preview the upcoming football season. Kace Kieschnick reports.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

The Trump administration is releasing 28-million dollars in previously-withheld after-school grants for Louisiana. Michael Faulk, the executive director of the Louisiana School Superintendents Association, says this is good news for school districts planning their after-school programs for the upcoming school year.

Cut 9 (11)  “…a great help.”

A teen is killed and two others are hurt in  a drive-by shooting in Ponchatoula. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Trump administration releases 28-million dollars in previously-withheld after-school grants for Louisiana. Michael Faulk, the executive director of the Louisiana School Superintendents Association, says this is good news but that money only represents a fraction of the amount schools and he says some school districts have to do some significant belt-tightening.

Cut 11 (06) “…to receive more.”

You may want to plan indoor activities this week. Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin says throughout much of the state, daytime highs will be in the upper 90s with heat indexes will make it feel much hotter.

Cut 13 (10)  “…body cools itself.”

Even so, it’s important to stay hydrated.

Southland Conference Football Media Day is today in San Antonio. Nicholls head coach Tommy Rybacki will lead the program for the first time this season after ten years as the Colonels’ defensive coordinator.  Rybacki’s defense has consistently been one of the best in the Southland, and he’s looking to continue their success.

Cut 6 (10) “…next ten years.”

Nicholls will open the season week zero in the first college football game played on American soil this season.

Louisiana’s own Dustin Poirier will close out his UFC career in New Orleans, for the city’s first time hosting a UFC Championship. Poirier takes on Max Holloway at the Smoothie King Center tomorrow night and Kelly Schulz with New Orleans and Company says this is another way for New Orleans to showcase herself to the world.

Cut 5 (10) “…a great destination.”

She says the UFC championship is the latest in a long string of high-profile events.

Following an NCAA settlement, schools are allowed to pay up to 20.5-million dollars of athletic revenue directly to athletes and UL Lafayette is launching the Cajuns Edge fund so fans can support revenue sharing. Deputy Athletics Director Trey Frazier says they won’t pay out the full 20.5-million. They are trying to remain competitive with the top of the Sun Belt. He says in the early stages of fundraising, most of the revenue will go toward ticketed sports.

Cut 9 (08)  “…his goals there.”

Most of the money for the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project  that was cancelled yesterday would come from the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement but Governor Landry has said continuing the three billion dollar project would cost the state money that it doesn’t have.

Cut 13 (14)  “…the whole coast.”

Senator and physician Bill Cassidy urging people to get vaccinated against measles and stresses that measles can be deadly.

Cut 14 (09) “…died from measles.”

He points out that both Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and State Surgeon General Dr. Ralph Abraham recommend the vaccine.

The state made it official yesterday – the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project is cancelled. The three-billion-dollar coastal restoration project is being replaced with a smaller scale version.

Last November, Governor Landry told the Senate Transportation Committee the project was destroying certain aspects of Louisiana’s culture.

Cut 11 (14) “…to oyster fish.”

Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation is disappointed especially about the money that has already been invested in the project up to this point.

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Landry says while a lot of the money for the project would come from the settlement from the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement, continuing the project would cost money the state doesn’t have.

UL-Lafayette launched the “Cajuns Edge” Fund this week, allowing supporters to contribute directly to revenue sharing. Kace Kieschnick reports.

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A UFC championship event is coming to the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans tomorrow night. Louisiana’s own Dustin Poirier takes on Max Holloway. Kelly Schulz with New Orleans and Company says the city is welcoming the UFC.

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In a widely-anticipated move, the state has cancelled the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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There have been more measles cases in the U.S. in the first half of 2025 than any full year since 2000. Senator and physician Bill Cassidy says fortunately, the spike in cases seems to have subsided.

Cut 15 (10) “…actually getting vaccinated.”

For the first time ever, New Orleans is hosting a UFC championship event. Kelly Schulz with New Orleans and Company says the main event at the Smoothie King Center tomorrow night features Louisiana’s own Dustin Poirier in his swan song bout.

Cut 4 (08) “…in his career.”

Poirier takes on Max Holloway as he looks to close out his career with a win

The Southern Jaguars are the preseason favorites to win the SWAC West in back-to-back years under second-year head coach Terrence Graves. Graves says he wanted to set a foundation of intensity and success in his first year as the Jags’ head coach.

Cut 16 (16) “…for the culture.”

 In a widely expected move the state made it official yesterday – the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project is cancelled. The state is replacing the three-billion-dollar coastal restoration project with a smaller scale version. Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation is disappointed with the decision.

Cut 10 (13) “…no longer the case.”

Governor Landry testified last November that while a lot of the money for the project would come from the settlement from the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill, continuing the project would cost the state money it doesn’t have.

Senator and physician Bill Cassidy is again urging people to get vaccinated against measles. He stresses that measles can be deadly – and has proven so.

Cut 14 (09) “…died from measles.”

There have been more measles cases in the U.S. in the first half of 2025 than in any full year since 2000. Cassidy says fortunately, the spike in cases seems to have subsided, and there may be reasons for that.

For the first time ever, New Orleans is hosting a UFC championship event. Jeff Palermo reports.

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UL-Lafayette launched the “Cajuns Edge” Fund through the Ragin’ Cajun Athletic Foundation to allow fans to support revenue sharing in Lafayette. Deputy Athletics Director Trey Frazier says proceeds from the fund will go straight to student-athletes.

Cut 7 (10) “…need their help.”

Following the NCAA House settlement, schools are allowed to pay up to 20.5-million dollars of athletic revenue directly to athletes.

Four Louisiana law enforcement officers including former and current police chiefs have been arrested. They’re accused of accepting money to fabricate police reports so some foreign nations could obtain U-Visas. Rapides Parish Sheriff Mark Wood says the indicted law enforcement officers do not represent law enforcement as a whole.

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A new Louisiana State Police Cadet Class is set to start in January and applications are due by August 18^th. Captain Johnnie Brown says the application process lasts several months and has several components.

Cut 14 (09) “…the application process.”

To qualify, applicants need to be at least 21 years old and meet other requirements. Cadet Class 108 starts January 4th of next year.

South Louisiana could be in for a very wet couple of days, and that could be a sign of things to come later this summer. So state officials are using this occasion to urge you to get emergency kits together when the risk for hurricanes intensifies. Livingston Parish Office of Homeland Security Director Chris Anderson says one good thing to have in your kit is a NOAA weather radio.

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Louisiana Tech was officially welcomed to the Sunbelt conference yesterday. Since missing the May 1st deadline to leave Conference USA next season, officials are negotiating a departure date for the 2026 or 2027 football season. Tech will be the 14th school in one of the premier mid-major conferences. University President Jim Henderson says this is a significant moment.

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