A conservation organization that represents sportsmen is disappointed Governor Landry vetoed legislation that would have designated Atlantic tarpon as a Louisiana saltwater gamefish. In his veto message, Governor Landry said there is no real harvest pressure on tarpon and nothing in science suggests the state needs to put limits or restrictions to protect it. But Rick Owens with the Louisiana Wildlife Federation says the LDWF lists the “silver king” as vulnerable and at a moderate risk of going extinct.

Cut 5 (09) “…fish to release.”

A St. Landry Parish woman has been cited for allegedly selling native turtles online. Captain Scott Dupre with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says the legislature recently passed a law making it illegal to sell native turtles in Louisiana.

Cut 10 (08) “…to protect it.”

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Researchers at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center have released their initial findings from their RURAL Health study in Franklin Parish. Lead researcher Dr. Stephanie Broyles says some of the more notable findings include elevated rates of two key health factors.

Cut 13 (13)  “…others like diabetes.”

Viral McNeese basketball student manager Amir Khan is following Will Wade to LSU. He’ll join Wade’s LSU staff in the same role. Khan says he first became a student manager because he grew up as an LSU fan watching Wade.

Cut 7 (10) “…lot to me.”

The North Louisiana Criminalistic Laboratory is urging Louisianians only to take medications dispensed by a licensed pharmacy. Kace Kieschnick explains why.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

The speed limit on parts of U.S 167 in Rapides Parish has gone from 50 to 60 miles an hour.  Erin Buchanan with DOTD says the increase should actually make the drive there safer.

Cut 15 (13) “…risk for crashes.”

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Flood victims in and around St. Landry Parish are getting a helping hand from the volunteers with Minuteman Disaster Response as they begin the gut-wrenching process of putting their lives back together. One of those volunteers, Eric Burkes, says the hardest part is handling their personal possessions.

Cut 7 (11) “…can be removed.”

Burkes says the fact that it’s been raining nearly every day has made the recovery process a lot more difficult, mainly on two fronts.

Cut 9 (15)  “…high-humidity environment.”

Volunteers from eight different states will be assisting as many as 12-hundred homeowners, and they will be in St. Landry Parish through July 18th.

The North Louisiana Criminalistic Laboratory found that nearly one in three tablets with legitimate drug imprints bought on the street were counterfeit. Kenton Leigh (“lee”), the lab’s deputy director of toxicology and chemistry, says it is impossible to tell what a pill contains just by looking at it.

Cut 4 (11) “…tell the difference.”

Leigh says the only way to be certain about the medication is by getting it from a licensed pharmacy with a valid prescription.

A parasitic infection known for causing explosive diarrhea is surging in the U.S, including Louisiana.  Louisiana Department of Health officials say there have have been 23 reported cases of Cyclosporiasis in our state this year.  Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded one to ten cases from a period spanning from early May to Mid-June. The parasitic illness is contracted by eating food or drinking water contaminated with feces.
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Governor Jeff Landry is encouraging athletes between the ages of 14 and 17 to participate in the 2026 Patriot Games. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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There’s a new Louisiana law that requires agents who represent college or high school athletes in negotiating NIL deals, to register with the state.  And there’s a portal on the Attorney General’s website where they can register.  AG Liz Murril…

Cut 11 (11) “…require this registration.”

Volunteers from Minuteman Disaster Response are in St. Landry Parish are helping flood victims get back on their feet. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Republican Monroe state Senator Stewart Cathey officially launched his bid for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District yesterday.  The 45 year old, who’s a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve and combat veteran who joins a growing field of candidates vying to replace Julia Letlow who’s running for senate.

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A new state law requires agents to register with Louisiana if they are representing college or high school athletes in negotiating NIL deals. Attorney General Liz Murrill says the Athlete Agent Registration portal went live on the AG’s website July 1st.

Cut 10 (09) “…through some training.”

Those of you who drive U.S. 167 in Rapides Parish can now legally drive a little faster. That’s because DOTD has raised the speed limit along that stretch of roadway between I-49 and just north of the State Highway 28 East interchange from 50 to 60 miles an hour. Erin Buchanan with DOTD says the change is a result of a routine review.

Cut 13 (11)  “…made some adjustments.”

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…

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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.”