LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is offering a program that will provide evidence-based obesity treatments to families throughout the state. Andrew Greenstein has the story…

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A tree hit LSU Baseball legend Skip Bertman’s Baton Rouge home Sunday during severe thunderstorms. Photos from outside his home show a large tree uprooted from the front yard and collapsed onto the garage and side of the house.  We’re told Bertman was not injured.

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The funeral of beloved former Southern baseball coach Roger Cador will be held on campus later today.  The former player turned coach led the Jaguars for 33 years and won two HBCU national championships and 14 SWAC championships. Dan Canevari, who coached with Cador for three years, says Cador brought the most out of his players because they knew he cared about them on and off the field.

Cut 14 (13) “…adore him.”

The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round-of-16 showdown with Belgium tonight. And star striker Folarin Balogun will be available after FIFA suspended the red card ban he received in the U-S win over Bosnia. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron…

Cut 17 (14) “…on it.”

One legal analyst says the 16-count indictment against Attorney General Liz Murrill is going nowhere. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says the best evidence to support his legal opinion is that the Louisiana State Supreme Court issued a stay in the indictment less than 24 hours after an Orleans Parish Grand Jury accused the A-G of malfeasance and intimidation…

Cut 10 (11) “…over.”

State police in Shreveport are investigating an officer involved shooting.  According to published reports it happened yesterday morning just after four in an alleyway near Sand Bar just after.  According to a report from State Police , Shreveport officers were responding to a call there when they encountered an armed suspect.  We’re told the armed suspect was shot and died at the scene.  One officer was also shot, but his injuries are said to be non-life threatening.

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The U.S. Men’s National Team takes on Belgium in the round of 16 of the World Cup Monday night. Kace Kieschnick has more.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

The funeral of legendary former Southern baseball coach Roger Cador will be held on campus today. Cador passed away at the age of 74 last week after battling brain cancer. Dan Canevari coached with Cador for three years and says Cador never had a bad day.

Cut 15 (11) “…every single day.”

The criminal case against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has been put on hold after the Louisiana State Supreme Court issues an emergency stay against the 16-count indictment. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (40) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

And there’s been more movement in the case as the State Supreme Court has since also vacated the arrest warrant against the Attorney General.

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LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research has launched a research study to test different ways to treat childhood obesity. It’s called the COACH trial and children five to 17 who are obese can visit a health clinic near them and receive weight management treatment. Doctor Amanda Staiano (stahy-AH-no) is the director of Pediatric Obesity and Health Behavior Laboratory at Pennington…

Cut 7 (09) “…healthier weight.”

The funeral of legendary former Southern baseball coach Roger Cador will be held on campus today. Cador passed away at the age of 74 last week after fighting brain cancer. Dan Canevari coached with Cador for three years and says he became an instant friend.

Cut 13 (14)  “…human being.”

One legal analyst says the 16-count indictment against Attorney General Liz Murrill is going nowhere. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says the best evidence to support his legal opinion is that the Louisiana State Supreme Court issued a stay in the indictment less than 24 hours after an Orleans Parish Grand Jury accused the A-G of malfeasance and intimidation…

Cut 10 (11) “…over.”

Since then, the court has also vacated the arrest warrant against the attorney general.

If you’ll be out on the waterways this Fourth of July weekend, be aware Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents will be beefing up their patrols.  It’s part of Operation Dry Water, a national campaign focused on preventing driving or operating a vessel while impaired. The initiative runs through the end of the holiday weekend.

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LSU-Alexandria breaks ground on its new 43-million-dollar Health Education Campus. Dr. Ryan Riche (REE-shay), the dean of the College of Health and Human Services at LSU-A, says the 78-thousand-square-foot facility will include active-learning classrooms, advanced simulation laboratories and a 240-seat auditorium.

Cut 13 (08)  “…to be successful.”

The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round-of-16 showdown with Belgium Monday night. The Stars and Stripes have already made it a tournament to remember, winning consecutive games for the first time and earning a knockout round victory for the first time since 2002. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says this team is different than prior U.S. squads.

Cut 16 (16) “…here in America.”

The Louisiana State Supreme Court issued a stay in the indictment against Attorney General Liz Murril yesterday, less than 24 hours an Orleans Parish Grand Jury accused her of malfeasance and intimidation. The stay puts the case on hold, but Loyola University Law Professor Dan Ciolino says the state supreme court is allowing Murrill’s to file motions to quash the indictment. And he says it’s possible a lower court will rule in the Attorney General’s favor, because the grand jury violated several laws in the handling of this case…

Cut 11 (10) “…behind closed doors.”

LSU-Alexandria breaks ground on its new 43-million-dollar Health Education Campus. Dean of the College of Health and Human Services Dr. Ryan Riche (REE-shay), says the new 78-thousand-square-foot facility is designed to address the shortage of nurses in the area.

Cut 14 (11) “…alleviate that problem.”

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The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round-of-16 showdown with Belgium Monday night. Striker Folarin Balogun leads the team with three goals in three games, but the U.S will be missing its star against Belgium after he received a controversial red card against Bosnia. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says it will be a massive loss, but the U.S. has talent behind him.

Cut 17 (19) “…United States.”

The LSU Tigers are two months away from their season opener against Clemson September 5. It’s the same matchup as the first game of last year’s campaign, but there will be a lot of new faces. The Tigers are, of course, now led by head coach Lane Kiffin, and Clemson brought back former coordinator Chad Morris to run the offense. The Advocate’s John Blau, who covered Clemson for six years, says two high-powered offenses will go head-to-head.

Cut 19 (16) “…these offenses.”

One legal analyst says the 16-count indictment against Attorney General Liz Murrill is going nowhere. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says the best evidence to support his legal opinion is that the Louisiana State Supreme Court issued a stay in the indictment less than 24 hours after an Orleans Parish Grand Jury accused the A-G of malfeasance and intimidation…

Cut 10 (11) “…over.”

Since then, the court has also vacated the arrest warrant against the attorney general.

If you’ll be out on the waterways this Fourth of July weekend, be aware Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries agents will be beefing up their patrols.  It’s part of Operation Dry Water, a national campaign focused on preventing driving or operating a vessel while impaired. The initiative runs through the end of the holiday weekend.

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LSU-Alexandria breaks ground on its new 43-million-dollar Health Education Campus. Dr. Ryan Riche (REE-shay), the dean of the College of Health and Human Services at LSU-A, says the 78-thousand-square-foot facility will include active-learning classrooms, advanced simulation laboratories and a 240-seat auditorium.

Cut 13 (08)  “…to be successful.”

The U.S. Men’s National Team has a World Cup round-of-16 showdown with Belgium Monday night. The Stars and Stripes have already made it a tournament to remember, winning consecutive games for the first time and earning a knockout round victory for the first time since 2002. Louisiana Soccer Association reporter Paul Boron says this team is different than prior U.S. squads.

Cut 16 (16) “…here in America.”

The criminal case against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has been put on hold after the Louisiana State Supreme Court issues an emergency stay against the 16-count indictment. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (40) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

And there’s been more movement in the case as the State Supreme Court has since also vacated the arrest warrant against the Attorney General.

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LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research has launched a research study to test different ways to treat childhood obesity. It’s called the COACH trial and children five to 17 who are obese can visit a health clinic near them and receive weight management treatment. Doctor Amanda Staiano (stahy-AH-no) is the director of Pediatric Obesity and Health Behavior Laboratory at Pennington…

Cut 7 (09) “…healthier weight.”

Pennington is working with the Vanderbilt University Medical Center to enroll 900 children in Tennessee and Louisiana. Staiano says health clinics around the state are participating….

Cut 8 (09) “…and help.”

Health experts say over one-five-children are affected by obesity. Childhood obesity can lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, sleep apnea and other health problems.

Attorney General Liz Murrill announces scores of arrests in connection with a nationwide Medicaid fraud crackdown. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Summers here in Louisiana and across the country are actually getting hotter.  Shel Winkley, the chief meteorologist at Climate Central, says nationwide the average summer temperature has risen two and a half degrees since 1970; and that’s actually pretty significant.

Cut 5 (06) “…wouldn’t feel well.”

Health officials are tracking a seasonal spike in cases of an intestinal illness that can cause “explosive” diarrhea, among other symptoms.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and prevention, cyclosporiasis cases have been reported in 17 states, including Louisiana.  Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that spreads when people consume food or water contaminated with feces.

Triple-A projects more than 72-million Americans will travel at least 50 miles for the Fourth of July weekend, a slight increase over last year’s record. Don Redman with Triple-A Louisiana says many are taking advantage of the holiday falling on a Saturday and extending vacations through next week.

Cut 7 (12) “…who are cruising.”

Triple-A says if you’re hitting the road today or tomorrow, it’s best to try to leave before noon. The most congestion on the roads is expected in the afternoon and early evening.

Over 72-million Americans are expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend. Kace Kieschnick has more.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

Attorney General Liz Murrill announces 21 people have been arrested as part of a nationwide crackdown on Medicaid fraud. Murrill said some of those charged are accused of stealing huge amounts of money and says Medicaid Fraud is not a victimless crime. .

Cut 11 (10) “…services and support.”

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State Representative Gabe Firment of Pollock is running for Congress. Firment joins at least two fellow Republicans — Monroe Representative Michael Echols and State Board of Regents chair Misti Cordell — in the race for the 5th Congressional District seat being vacated by U.S. Senate nominee Julia Letlow. Firment says voters can trust him.

Cut 13 (10)  “…get to Congress.”

Republican State Senator Stewart Cathey is also expected to join the race.

The Grant Parish representative has served in the House since 2019. He describes himself as a true conservative who can represent the rural district well. His opponents have a head start after beginning their campaigns months ago, but Firment believes he has an advantage as the southernmost candidate.

Cut 14 (08) “…of this district.”

Attorney General Liz Murrill announces that 21 people have been arrested as part of a nationwide crackdown on Medicaid fraud. During a news conference at the Capitol, Murrill said some of those charged are accused of stealing huge amounts of money from the program.

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A recall involving hundreds of thousands of bags of popular Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips has been classified under the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most serious warning level due to the risk of salmonella contamination.  The FDA announced the voluntary recall as a Class 1 recall just yesterday meaning there’s a “reasonable probability” that consuming or being exposed to the affected product could cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The chips were first recalled in May by Utz Quality Foods

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If it seems like summers here in Louisiana are getting hotter and hotter – well, you’re right. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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More than 61-million travelers are projected to hit the roads this Fourth of July weekend.  That’s according to Tripple A. Gas prices are at a four-year high for this time of year, but Don Redman with Tripple A says that won’t deter travelers.

Cut 8 (09) “…it’s still high.”