Now that State Police have released new video that showed Kyren Lacy’s role in last December’s fatal crash in Thibodaux, does that change things? Legal analyst Franz Borghardt says based on the new video, he has no issue with how State Police investigated and charged Lacy, but believes proving he caused the crash beyond a reasonable doubt might have been difficult.

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Medicaid provider reimbursements have risen significantly in Louisiana over the past two years.   And State Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein (green-steen) saysthis is a direct result of the Department of Health and Medicaid improving efficiencies, resulting in savings to the state.

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While a Saints superstar was trying to help his team to victory last month, a real fearsome foursome was helping itself to his belongings. Andre Champagne reports.

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It’s day eight of the federal government shutdown, and one Louisiana congressman is frustrated over the lack of negotiations. New Orleans Democrat Troy Carter says the last government shutdown that lasted 35 days, cost the American people 11-billion dollars.

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Now that State Police released a wide-angle video of the crash involving late LSU star Kyren Lacy, how does that change the narrative? Andrew Greenstein with some insight from a legal analyst.

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It’s day eight of the federal government shutdown, and measures to fund the government continue to fail in the Senate. New Orleans Democratic Congressman Troy Carter says it’s because Republicans and Democrats are not exchanging ideas.

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Two suspects are in custody, two others are still on the lose in the burglary of  Saints star Cam Jordan’s Metairie home.  It happened during the Saints’ game against the 49ers  September 14^th. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joe Lopinto says investigators traced a rental car to Conyers, Georgia and worked with authorities there to make the arrests.

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Medicaid provider reimbursements are up in Louisiana. State Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein (green-steen) delivered the news in a press conference yesterday, saying the numbers are up significantly from just a couple of years ago.

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One Louisiana Congressman is upset over the lack of negotiations as the federal government shutdown enters its eighth day. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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Medicaid provider reimbursements are up in Louisiana. State Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein (green-steen) delivered the news in a press conference yesterday.

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Now that State Police have released new video that showed Kyren Lacy’s role in last December’s fatal crash in Thibodaux, does that change things? Late last week, Lacy’s lawyer suggested that video taken from a different angle exonerated the late LSU star of any wrongdoing. But the new video clearly shows him speeding left of center in a no-passing zone, leading to an oncoming swerving to avoid hitting him and crashing head-on into an SUV, killing that vehicle’s driver. Legal analyst Franz Borghardt says based on the new video, he has no issue with how State Police investigated and charged Lacy.

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Two suspects are in custody, two others are still on the lose in the burglary of  Saints star Cam Jordan’s Metairie home last month. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joe Lopinto says investigators traced a rental car to Conyers, Georgia

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Those of you who have Farm Bureau auto insurance could be in for a nearly 12 percent decrease in your premiums next year.  Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says it’s due to the work of the legislature earlier this year AND lower than projected losses for Farm Bureau this past fiscal year. Temple says overall Louisiana is becoming a more attractive state for insurance companies to do business.

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Congressman Cleo Fields is facing allegations of insider trading after reportedly buying a large amount of Oracle stock days before President Trump gave the technology giant a leading role in TikTok’s pending U.S. spinoff from a Chinese company. Fields denies he had any inside knowledge, saying there are strict rules for reporting such trades in a timely manner, and he always does his sooner than necessary.

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College football in Louisiana is light today, but as Jeff Palermo reports, there are some games of interest.

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Weekend temperatures will be warmer than usual for October in Louisiana.  But Southeast  Louisiana could see some rain on Sunday.  But State Climatologist Jay Grimes says that won’t be the case for North Louisiana.

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Congressman Cleo Fields is facing allegations of insider trading. The news website NOTUS reports the Democrat bought a large amount of Oracle stock days before President Trump signed an executive order that gave the technology giant a leading role in TikTok’s pending U.S. spinoff from a Chinese company. But Fields says he didn’t know and like many members of congress, he’s been trading stocks often for a long time.

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If you have auto insurance with Farm Bureau, you could see a decrease in your premiums in 2026, as Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has approved a nearly 12-percent rate decrease.  Farm Bureau reports it’s writing more wind and hail coverage for Louisiana homeowners. Temple says that’s because the legislature modified the three-year rule in the 2024 legislative session.

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Temperatures throughout the state will be above normal throughout the weekend. As for the tropics, the National Hurricane Center is keeping an eye on a disturbance near the Central Bahamas that has a low chance of becoming a cyclone. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says knock on wood – there’s a very good chance that we’ll get through the entire hurricane season unscathed.

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It’s a light weekend for college football in Louisiana, but Northwestern State is celebrating  homecoming this weekend as the Demons host East Texas A&M in the Southland opener for both teams. The Lions are winless on the season, and Northwestern Coach Blaine McCorkle says his defense has prepared to play two different quarterbacks.

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Good news for those of you who have your auto insurance through Farm Bureau. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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What does the weather hold in store this weekend? It depends on where in the state you’re in. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says those in Southeast Louisiana could be in for a wet end to the weekend.

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Grimes says unfortunately, North Louisiana will not see the rain it needs this weekend.

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Congressman Cleo Fields is facing allegations of insider trading. The news website NOTUS reports the Democrat bought a large amount of Oracle stock days before President Trump signed an executive order that gave the technology giant a leading role in TikTok’s pending U.S. spinoff from a Chinese company. Fields denies he had any inside knowledge.

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It’s a light football weekend for Louisiana’s college teams, but the Saints will look for their first win tomorrow when they host the New York Giants. Despite an 0-and-4 start, veteran linebacker Demario Davis says the Black and Gold have improved.

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Kick off in the Dome is tomorrow at noon.

If your you have auto insurance with Farm Bureau, you could see a decrease in your premiums next year. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has approved Farm Bureau’s request for nearly a 12 percent rate decrease, effective the first of the year. Temple says it’s a direct result of the work of the legislature earlier this year, at least in part.

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Louisiana’s Department of Revenue says no more cash payments for your taxes. Beginning November 1sth, the Baton Rouge office of the Department of Revenue will only accept payment by check, credit card, debit card, or money order. It’s the policy already at regional offices in Alexandria, Lafayette, Monroe, New Orleans, and Shreveport.  As always, online payment is available at revenue.louisiana.gov.

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It’s a light schedule of college football games this Saturday, but there are still games of interest. Jeff Palermo has a preview…

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Weekend temperatures will be warmer than typical for October this weekend and Southeast Louisiana could be in for a wet end to the weekend, but State Climatologist Jay Grimes says that’s not so for North Louisiana.

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Two men are arrested in connection with a shooting on Bourbon Street over the weekend that killed a Chicago woman. 33 Year old Jessica Williams was in town celebrating her birthday when she was hit in an exchange of gunfire.  In a news conference yesterday, Chief Deputy Superintendent Hans Ganthier with a stern message for those who would put lives in danger in New Orleans.

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Meanwhile experts are reacting to Governor Landry’s call for National Guard troops due to rising crime.  Crime data analyst Jeff Asher says the number of homicides this year in New Orleans is actually the lowest it’s been since 19-70 and other crimes are down too

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LSU’s offense has struggled to be effective through the first five games of the season, and it could get worse before it gets any better. Andre Champagne has the story.

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New National Advanced Placement data shows Louisiana high school students are making real progress.  The share of AP exams that qualify for college credit is up almost 25 percent since 2021.  Students who score a 3 or better on their AP exams are eligible to earn college credit.

Governor Landry says the national guard is needed to help local enforcement combat a rise in crime. But is violent crime really on the rise? Jeff Palermo has more.

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New Orleans police have arrested two men in the death of a 33 year old Chicago woman over the weekend.  Jessica Williams was killed in an exchange of gunfire on Bourbon Street early Sunday. Chief Deputy Superintendent Hans Ganthier expressed his sorrow to Williams’ family.

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Some scary moments outside a Montessori school in Alexandria. A Rapides Parish deputy opened fire at a vehicle that sped towards him in the parking lot of Peabody Montessori School yesterday. Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office  spokesperson Tommy Carnline says security was already beefed up at all schools throughout the parish amid all the online threats, when the deputy noticed the driver speeding into the parking lot shortly after nine A-M…

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The US government is officially shutdown after lawmakers were unable to come to a funding agreement to keep the lights on by midnight last night.  One of the biggest sticking points relates to the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of the year. Democrats want Republicans to commit to extending them now. Louisiana Congressman Troy Carter.

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The federal government is officially shut down after a deadlocked congress failed to pass a funding measure to keep it going.. Democratic Congressman Troy Carter, who represents New Orleans, says unlike shutdowns in the past, where federal employees were furloughed, employees this time around will lose their jobs altogether with no guarantee of being rehired.

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Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says even if you’re not a federal worker, you could experience some major inconveniences thanks to the shutdown.

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Governor Jeff Landry says one-thousand Louisiana National Guard troops need to be deployed to urban centers throughout the state because of elevated crime rates in Shreveport, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. But crime data analyst Jeff Asher says crime rates are actually declining.

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Two men are under arrest in connection with a shooting on Bourbon Street over the weekend that left a 33-year-old Chicago woman. Chief Deputy Superintendent Hans Ganthier announced the arrests of those they say are responsible for Jessica Williams death, during a news conference yesterday.

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