Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says final testing is underway on medical marijuana produced by LSU’s grower, which means the product could be commercially available early next week…
Cut 3 (10) “timetable”
There are nine pharmacies around the state that have been licensed to distribute medical marijuana which will be in a liquid form.

The Tangipahoa Parish Public School System is the latest in the state to uncover a potential cybersecurity issue. LSU’s Stephenson National Center for Security Research Executive Director Jeff Moulton says it is likely happening due to the systems being easy targets, but could potentially be more malicious.
Cut 6 (10) “…the bad guys”
Sabine, Morehouse, and Ouachita Parishes are also dealing with cybersecurity issues which sparked a statewide emergency declaration.
Qualifying is next week and the governor’s race along with campaigns for numerous open legislative seats will ramp up. Council for a Better Louisiana is part of an organization called Reset Louisiana’s Future that will attempt to make sure the campaigns talk less about Bobby Jindal and Donald Trump and more about Louisiana issues…
cut 14 (09) “….safety reform”
That’s CABL President Barry Erwin.

Super ATV’s new manufacturing and distribution center in Shreveport is open. The Indiana based company specializes in aftermarket parts for ATVs and UTVs. North Louisiana Economic Partnership President Scott Martinez says Super ATV is a great addition to the Sportsman’s paradise
Cut 4 (11) “…facilities that.”

Election season will soon ramp up and good government groups want the candidates to talk about detailed plans, instead of rhetoric. Jeff Palermo has more…
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

A new child safety seat law goes into effect August 1st and it’s considered the best in the country by national safety experts. State Police Lt. Nick Manale says the new law reflects best practices safety experts have pushed for years.
Cut 10 (06) “…safety commission’s page.”

Super ATV has opened its new manufacturing and distribution center in Shreveport that will employ 75 workers. North Louisiana Economic Partnership President Scott Martinez says the Shreveport site will support protect manufacturing and delivery across the United States…
cut 5 (11) “…served”
Martinez says Super ATV expects to generate the highest sales volume from Shreveport for its axles, portal gear lifts, mud tires and lift kits.

A GoBankRates.com survey indicates 1 in 3 Americans have saved nothing for retirement. Another survey finds that 75-percent of Americans refuse to seek out help when it comes to financial planning. Baton Rouge financial advisor Pete Bush says the best way to move towards being comfortable about talking with a financial advisor is to consult with a friend or family member that works with a financial advisor already.
Cut 8 (08) “…the right track.”

Three nonpartisan good government groups, Council for a Better Louisiana, the Committee of 100 and the Public Affairs Research Council are asking the candidates for this fall’s statewide elections to reset the conversation and focus the debate on detailed plans that will move Louisiana forward. CABL president Barry Erwin says they’ve met with the gubernatorial candidates…
cut 15 (10) “…message out”
Erwin says they’ve raised 500-thousand dollars to use on digital ads and they plan to speak at town hall meetings and chamber of commerce events.

An Orleans Parish Civil Court judge is expected to set a date today on when NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will be deposed as part of the “Nola No Call Civil Suit.” An appeals court has denied the NFL’s attempt to block Goodell and other league officials from testifying. The goal of the suit is to make the NFL accountable and any damages recovered will go to charity.

A new child passenger safety law goes into effect Thursday. All children 12 and younger must be restrained in the back seat and State Police Lt. Nick Manale says the new law calls for children to remain in the most protected category of child restraint…
cut 12 (10) “…nine years old

Super ATV has opened its manufacturing and distribution facility in Shreveport that will employ 75 workers.
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Don Molino ”

Qualifying is next week and the governor’s race along with campaigns for numerous open legislative seats will ramp up. Council for a Better Louisiana is part of an organization called Reset Louisiana’s Future that will attempt to make sure the campaigns talk less about Bobby Jindal and Donald Trump and more about Louisiana issues…
cut 14 (09) “….safety reform”
That’s CABL President Barry Erwin.

Super ATV’s new manufacturing and distribution center in Shreveport is open. The Indiana based company specializes in aftermarket parts for ATVs and UTVs. North Louisiana Economic Partnership President Scott Martinez says Super ATV is a great addition to the Sportsman’s paradise
Cut 4 (11) “…facilities that.”

State Police say parents with young children should be aware of a new child safety seat law that goes into effect Thursday. Kevin Barnhart has the story…
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”

The Morehouse Parish Sheriff’s Office says two people died in a boating accident on the Cutoff near Sterlington. Deputies say three individuals were fishing in an aluminum boat near Bayou Drive when it capsized. One individual swam to the bank, but the other two individuals were not able to make it to safety.

Three nonpartisan good government groups have joined forces in an effort to get the candidates for governor and the legislature to discuss details on what they plan to do if elected. The Council for a Better Louisiana is one of the organizations involved in RESET Louisiana’s Future and CABL president Barry Erwin says
Cut 13 (11) “…as well”
So far in Louisiana’s governor’s race, the candidates have not provided much when it comes to their plans on improving the state.

Nationwide, people struggle at saving money. A CNBC survey shows 75% of Americans refuse to seek out help regarding financial planning. Baton Rouge financial advisor Pete Bush believes there are a variety of reasons why…
Cut 7 (09) “…something like that.” (2x)
Bush says if you are one of those who feel uncomfortable about talking with a financial advisor, consult with a friend or family member already working with one.

A new child passenger safety law goes into effect Thursday. Under the new law, children 12 and under must be restrained in the back seat. And State Police Lt. Nick Manale says children are required to remain in car seats or boosters in the back seat of vehicles for as long as is appropriate for a child’s age and according to the car seat manufacturer’s instructions and height and weight limitations…
cut 11 (10) “…seat for longer”
Manale says the law is a primary offense, which means if an officer sees a child is not restrained at all, the officer can pull that vehicle over.

When LSU athletics unveiled a 28-million dollar complex for the football team this week it inspired one alum to start a Go-Fund-Me campaign for a new library. Brooke Thorington has more.
Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Brooke Thorington”

Two former LSU students are in prison for their roles in the alcohol-related hazing death of Max Gruver. Judge Beau Higginbotham sentenced Sean-Paul Gott of Lafayette and Ryan Isto of Montana to 30 days in the parish prison. Gott and Isto pleaded no contest to misdemeanor hazing.

Super ATV’s new manufacturing and distribution center in Shreveport is open. It will employ 75 workers. The Indiana based company specializes in aftermarket parts for ATVs and UTVs. North Louisiana Economic Partnership President Scott Martinez says Super ATV is a great addition to the Sportsman’s paradise
Cut 4 (11) “…facilities that.”
Martinez says Super ATV expects to generate the highest sales volume from Shreveport for its axles, portal gear lifts, mud tires and lift kits.

The Louisiana Outdoor Expo and Boat Show is underway at the newly renovated Cajundome and Convention Center in Lafayette. Organizer Rob Kirkpatrick says there’s something for everyone
Cut 12 (11) “…and boat show.”
Tickets are $12.50 for adults, while kids five and under get in for free.

A Lafayette judge is receiving criticism from the A-C-L-U for ordering a bailiff to tape a defendant’s mouth shut because he reportedly kept interrupting a hearing. Legal analyst Tim Meche says Judge Marilyn Castle could have used a different approach…
cut 11 (11) “…technological devices”

In response to the unveiling of the 28-million dollar LSU football operations building, LSU alum Ginger Gibson has started a GoFundMe campaign to raise 20-million dollars for a new university library. Gibson hopes LSU football fans rally behind the campaign as they do for the team because a modern library is a win-win for everyone.
Cut 5 (09) “…at the same time.”
As of Saturday morning, 35-hundred dollars have been raised.

Senate President John Alario has seen it all during his time in the Louisiana legislature, which is coming to an end. After 48-years, the term-limited Alario has made the decision not to run for a seat in the House. Alario says he’s going out on a good note as the legislature recently approved a one-thousand dollar teacher pay raise
Cut 6 (08) “…making that”

The Louisiana Outdoor Expo and Boat Show is this weekend at the Cajundome and Convention Center in Lafayette. The sporting show has everything for the outdoorsmen. Organizer Rob Kirkpatrick says one of the more popular exhibits is the Fetch n Fish dog show…
cut 14 (11) “…and everything”
The expo runs from 10 AM to 8 PM today.

A Lafayette judge is the target of scrutiny after ordering a bailiff to tape a defendant’s mouth shut. 15th Judicial District Court Judge Marilyn Castle had Michael Duhon’s mouth taped after multiple interruptions. Was the judge in the right? Longtime Lafayette Attorney Tommy Guilbeau…
Cut 9 (08) “…can do it.”
The ACLU calls the act dehumanizing.

Senate President John Alario is retiring from the Louisiana legislature as he has decided not to seek a seat in the House, since he’s term-limited in the Senate. Alario has spent 48 years in the legislature. His biggest regret, failing to pass major tax reform…
cut 8 (11) “…going around”

The folks at the Circle T Cattle Company in Church Point are so serious about the love for a prized cow, they’ve had it cloned. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Voicer 2 (32) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”

The USA Waterfowl Calling Championships are this weekend in Lafayette at the Louisiana Outdoor Expo and Boat Show. Expo organizer Rob Kirkpatrick…
cut 13 (09) “…on Sunday”
The Louisiana Outdoor Expo and Boat Show is at the Cajundome Convention Center.