LDH issues a “do not use” water advisory for residents of Madison Perish after the water supply was contaminated with paraquat, a toxic herbicide. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 1 (35) …I’m Sean Richardson.”

The broadcast world is mourning the death of ong-time WGNO Sports Director Ed Daniels who died yesterday, three weeks after suffering a heart attack while covering Saints training camp in Irvine, California. Daniels was legendary covering Louisiana sports, twice named Louisiana Sportscaster of the year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. Ed Daniels was 67.

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Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders this week for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Jackson’s latest order says 50 inmates reported illnesses from July 2 to August 5 related to working the “farm line.” Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says because the “farm line” is cruel and replicates slavery……
Cut 7 (05) “…break their spirit.”

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. And Coach Dennis Allen is not saying how long the starters will play on Sunday night. There’s a good chance we’ll see rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler play. Rattler will look to improve on his performance from the preseason opener…

Cut 13 (12) “…little areas.” 

On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says she is thrilled with the attention the courts are giving to this case…

Cut 6 (13) “…take those steps.”

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. LDH officials are working with the Walnut Bayou Water district to conduct tests to ensure the water’s safety. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham

Cut 4 (07) “…Chemicals in it.”

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Louisiana’s unemployment rate for July dropped below four-percent to three-point-nine percent. That’s according to The Louisiana Workforce Commission. The state added 24-hundred jobs from June to July. The private education and health services sector added three-thousand jobs from June and Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says the construction sector added 96-hundred jobs over the last year…

Cut 10 (08) “…year gains.”

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. New Orleans held its final training camp practice in Irvine California on Friday and Coach Dennis Allen says holding camp on the West Coast was a good experience

Cut 12 (11) “…football team.”

Kick-off Sunday is at 7 PM.

Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has released his preliminary investigative report into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” 

The broadcast world is mourning the death of legendary WGNO Sports Director Ed Daniels who died yesterday, three weeks after suffering a heart attack while covering Saints training camp in Irvine, California. Daniels was legendary covering Louisiana sports, twice named Louisiana Sportscaster of the year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. Ed Daniels was 67.

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The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says the advisory comes after a significant drop in water pressure, which raises concerns about paraquat, a toxic herbicide entering the water supply.

Cut 3 (11) “…got into the system”

The Louisiana Workforce Commission the state’s unemployment rate for July dropped below four-percent to three-point-nine percent. Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says when the unemployment rate is this low, it’s a sign that most people who end up on unemployment do not last long

Cut 9 (07) “…the next.”

Morgan City’s Vernon Norwood is the owner of four Olympic medals after winning two more medals at the Paris Games for Team U-S-A. After high school, Norwood won four NCAA championships in two seasons at LSU winning both indoor and outdoor titles. Norwood had a troubled childhood in New Orleans, but left after Hurricane Katrina. Retired Morgan City Principal Tim Hymel (e-male) Hymel says the move to Morgan City may have saved his life…

Cut 14 (10)  “…took off for him.”
There are times when high school football games and other athletic events have to be moved to Thursday night due to a shortage of officials. Director of Officials for the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Lee Sanders says they consistently try to recruit and retain referees.

Cut 7 (09) “…speaking of.”

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Tulane University receives $23 million from the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (36) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

A new survey by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) shows 25 percent of small business owners report inflation as their most pressing problem. Louisiana NFIB Director Leah Long says some business owners are optimistic about the future, but many remain cautious when it comes to inflation.

Cut 6 (10) “…may or may not change.”

Tulane University has received $23 million from the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. First Lady Jill Biden says the loss of their son Beau to brain cancer in 2015 inspired the creation of the  initiative. Launched in 2016, it has created more than 95 programs, policies, and resources to accelerate cancer research.

Cut 11 (11) “…terrible loss.”

According to a recent survey from The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) rising prices are significantly impacting businesses across the country, In addition to increased costs for supplies, labor, and transportation, 33 percent of business owners report having raised their average selling prices to cope with inflation, though Louisiana NFIB Director Leah Long says this has done little to ease the financial strain.

Cut 5 (10) “…always want to shop small.”

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Saints defensive end Cam Jordan is entering his 14th season and at training camp this year’s he’s been lining up at times on the interior, with Carl Granderson and Chase Young on the outside. Jordan says he’s getting used to playing as an interior lineman…

Cut 16 (25) “…for me.” 

Morgan City’s Vernon Norwood is the owner of four Olympic medals after winning two more medals at the Paris Games for Team U-S-A. He took home gold as part of the men’s 4×400-meter relay team and claimed a silver medal in the mixed four-by-400 relay. Retired Morgan City Principal Tim Hymel

Cut 13 (12)  “…just kept developing.”

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released a survey highlighting ongoing inflationary pressures on Main Street businesses. The survey revealed that 25 percent of small business owners identified inflation as their most pressing problem, marking it as the top concern for nearly three years. Louisiana NFIB Director Leah Long

Cut 4 (12) “…small business owners have to play.”

President Joe Biden announced an award of $23 million to Tulane University for the creation of an imaging system to give surgeons the ability to scan tumors during surgery to determine in just minutes if any cancer tissue has been left behind. The President says this will transform surgery as we know it.

Cut 10 (13) “…and families.”

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Morgan City grad Vernon Norwood is back in the United States after winning two medals in track at the Paris Olympics. Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” 
As it stands now, LSU’s starting receivers are Kyren Lacy, Chris Hilton, and CJ Daniels. Daniels is a graduate transfer from Liberty. He caught 55 passes for 1,067 yards and 10 touchdowns for the Flames and has confidence he can make the jump from Conference USA to the SEC…

Cut 18 (15)  “…I have that.”

A new pill for mothers suffering from postpartum depression is showing success. According to Chief Medical Officer for United Health Care, Dr. Kevin Stephens, Zurzuvae (Zur-ZOO-vay) which is now available in pill form is showing more promise than other drugs in treating postpartum depression.

Cut 9 (10)  “…their symptoms.

The Acadian World Congress is this week in Canada. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting “The Great White North” to reunite Acacian descendants expelled from the country as early as the 17^th century and sign a new accord. And

Cut 5 (12) “…as well.”

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LSU Athletics will be the first college sports program to use an AI-enabled digital stethoscope this school year. Mel Bridges has the story.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

State Police Criminal Investigations Division has been called in by Delhi Police to investigate an officer involved shooting that happened just before eleven last night in the 7200 block of Highway 17 in Delhi. Authorities say one subject was pronounced dead at the scene and no officers were harmed in the incident. We’re told this is an active investigation.

LSU is the first college sports program to use AI-enabled digital stethoscopes for their student-athletes. Joseph Authement (Aw-theh-ment) with Eko (Echo) Health says their CORE 500 digital stethoscopes are capable of showing potential cardiac diseases in around 15 seconds, including types of heart diseases that could otherwise go undiagnosed.

Cut 11 (10) “…progress.”

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is rolling out the On The Road Again Initiative to help noncustodial parents get their driver’s license back if it’s been suspended due to unpaid child support. The program helped reinstate licenses during the pandemic, and Child Support Enforcement Director Konitra Jack says she’s hoping it will be as successful now.

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Postpartum depression is a serious issue affecting up to 20% of mothers of newborns but there is a promising new treatment. Colleen Crain has more.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Colleen Crain.” 

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is headed to Canada this week for the Acadian World Congress. The connection between Louisiana and Canada dates back to the 17^th century. Canadians spend more than $200 million a year in Louisiana and this is a great opportunity to celebrate the shared culture.

Cut 6 (10) “…to Louisiana.”

The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is rolling out the On The Road Again Initiative to help noncustodial parents get their driver’s license back if it’s been suspended due to unpaid child support. Child Support Enforcement Director Konitra Jack says their goal is to give parents the opportunity to engage with DCFS and…

Cut 13 (12)  “…that they owe.”

The Acadian World Congress is this week in Canada. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting “The Great White North” to reunite Acacian descendants expelled from the country as early as the 17^th century. A large majority of those Acadians ended up settling in Louisiana.

Cut 4 (12) “…to Louisiana.”

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A new pill for mothers suffering from postpartum depression is showing success. According to Chief Medical Officer for United Health Care, Dr. Kevin Stephens, says, in addition to hormonal changes, mothers of newborns face many challenges and often get little sleep while the demands on their bodies are heightened. He says Zurzuvae (Zur-ZOO-vay) can help with a serious problem that’s often not discussed.

Cut 8 (11) “…the newborn.”

A popular jogging spot was roped off in New Orleans yesterday after a body was found in a lagoon at Audubon Park early yesterday morning.  The body was discovered around 8:30 yesterday morning and there’s no indication that foul play was involved.  Authorities say  the death is being investigated as an unclassified death

LSU is the first college sports program to use AI-enabled digital stethoscopes for their student-athletes. Joseph Authement (Aw-theh-ment) with Eko (Echo) Health says their CORE 500 digital stethoscopes are equipped with tech that sends heart sounds and electrical impulses to the cloud.

Cut 10 (11) “…detection.”

A new pill for mothers suffering from postpartum depression is showing success. According to Chief Medical Officer for United Health Care, Dr. Kevin Stephens, One in five women experience pregnancy-related mental health conditions and he says there wasn’t much treatment success before Zurzuvae (Zur-ZOO-vay) which is now available in pill form.

Cut 7 (10) “…tremendous job”

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This week Acadians from all over the world are reuniting for The Acadian World Congress in Canada and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is there. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Saints were winners in their first preseason game of the year on Saturday night edging out the Arizona Cardinals 16-14 in Glendale, Arizona. Quarterback Derek Carr led the Saints for two series to start the game…

Cut 19 (20) “…what it is.”