The LSU baseball team will look to carry its three-game winning streak into Knoxville this weekend as the Tigers face Tennessee. The Tigers are coming off their first SEC series win of the season, while the Volunteers were swept by Vanderbilt last weekend in a series that ended with walk-offs in every game. Coach Jay Johnson was asked about his interest in coaching at the major league level and did not completely rule out the possibility in the future.

Cut 18 (14)  “…the country, forever.”

UL-Lafayette is in Virginia this weekend to take on James Madison, with first pitch for Game 1 set for 5 p.m. CT tonight.

The ULM baseball team looks to stay hot as the Warhawks host Georgia State, with first pitch scheduled for 6 p.m.

Louisiana Tech will try to snap its seven-game losing streak tonight on the road at FIU at 5 p.m.

UL-Lafayette is now two weeks into spring football practice. Last season, the Cajuns lost several offensive linemen to season-ending injuries. As they work to develop younger players, head coach Michael Desormeaux says sophomore Jakoby Isom (EYE-sum) showed promising flashes when called upon and is now emerging as a contender for a starting role.

Cut 20 (16) “…his best position.”

The No. 2-seeded LSU Gymnastics team is set to begin its postseason journey tonight as the Tigers host the NCAA Baton Rouge Regional. LSU will compete in the second session of the Regional Second Round at 7 p.m. against No. 15-seeded Clemson, No. 9-seeded Nebraska, and Auburn. If LSU finishes in the top two tonight, it will advance to the regional final on Saturday at 7 p.m.

The Louisiana House approves legislation that requires the Secretary of State to cross reference information of registered voters with a federal database to make sure noncitizens cannot vote in Louisiana. The bill’s author is New Iberia Representative Beau Beaullieu…

Cut 8 (07) “…agree with that”

That was the voice of Baton Rouge Representative Edmond Jordan at the end of that soundbite. Democrats oppose the measure over concerns the proposal will disenfranchise voters. New Orleans Representative Candace Newell says this legislation is another way to check a person’s immigration records, which could result in a legal citizen not voting…

Cut 7 (11) “…in Louisiana.”

The bill passed on a 74-29 vote.

The National Weather Service says there’s a good chance a majority of the state will see an inch of rain or more through Saturday night. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says rainfall is certainly needed as more than 80-percent of the state currently has drought conditions and one-fourth of the state is in extreme drought….

Cut 4 (10) “…so to speak”

Louisiana Tech has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Air Force Sustainment Center. Officials say this partnership is designed to create a pipeline of highly skilled graduates prepared to contribute to the Air Force Civilian Service in aircraft and warfighting sustainment and logistics readiness. La Tech President Jim Henderson says even if graduates don’t pursue a career with the military the experience they get opens them up to other careers.

Cut 12 (13) “…the job market”

The Louisiana House has approved legislation that requires the Secretary of State to cross reference information of registered voters with a federal database to make sure the person is a legal citizen. Democrats voted against the legislation. New Orleans Representative Candace Newell says that same database marked 25-percent of the naturalized citizens in a Texas County as a non-citizen because the database did not have up to date information…

Cut 9 ()9) “…database”

Louisiana Tech launches a new partnership with the Air Force Sustainment Center to create a pipeline for graduates to contribute to the Air Force Civilian Service in sustainment and logistics readiness. Louisiana Tech President Dr. Jim Henderson says the Air Force Sustainment Center’s main goal is to ensure that warfighters are prepared to deliver their mission.

Cut 10 (10) “…to come by.”

As we move into the second quarter of 2026, the vast majority of the state is excessively dry. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The U-S Attorney’s Office has charged two young men from Columbia for setting fire to the only Catholic Church in Caldwell Parish. It happened last year on the Friday before Holy Week. Prosecutors say 19-year-old Anthony Dillon and 21-year-old James Dale Smith stole televisions and the church’s sound system before setting fire to St. John Chapel.

The Louisiana House approves legislation requiring the Secretary of State to annually cross-reference voter information with a federal database to make sure that every registered voter in Louisiana is a U-S citizen. New Iberia Representative Beau Beaullieu is the author the legislation…

Cut  6 (06) “…illegal vote”

Secretary of State Nancy Landry says Louisiana recently ran voter data through what is known as the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements and they found 403 noncitizens on Louisiana’s voter rolls.

A line of showers and thunderstorms is moving through northwest Louisiana at this hour and there’s a good chance of rain through Saturday statewide. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says latest data from the U-S Drought Monitor shows that more than 80-percent of Louisiana is in a drought

Cut 3 (12) “…soils moistened up”

There is a marginal risk for severe weather for most of the state on Saturday.

Despite the rising cost of producing chocolate, Ponchatoula-based Elmer’s Chocolate is seeing brisk sales of their Easter Candy. CEO Rob Nelson says Gold Brick Eggs and Heavenly Hash continue to be among the most popular Easter candies in the Gulf South.

Cut 15 (06) “…in the country.”

Next year they plan to introduce new flavors for Gold Brick Egg and Heavenly Hash. If you go to Elmer’s social media channels, you can choose what you would like to see next year or give a suggestion.

And the Humane Society of Louisiana is urging parents to choose chocolate rather than live chicks or bunnies for Easter baskets and gifts. HSLA Executive Director Jeff Dorson says live animals require a commitment…

Cut 11 (12) “…of a bunny.”

A bill is moving through the House that would allow the state to release an inmate 120 days prior to his or her expected death, instead of the current 60-day window. Department of Corrections Secretary Gary Westcott supports the legislation. Westcott says inmates up for medical early release are either terminally ill, brain dead or incapacitated.

Cut 7 (06) “…of their life.”

Louisiana’s two-month window for medical early release is the shortest in the country.

Nicholls State chemistry students are discovering a way to make biodiesel using algae and oyster shells. Samia Elashry (SAHM-yah eh-LASH-ree) says this method can slash the cost of making the fuel in Louisiana by as much as 85-percent.

Cut 5 (04) “…to collect them.”

She says since algae grows abundantly in Louisiana, this could one day be a lucrative business in the state.

The Humane Society of Louisiana is urging parents to choose chocolate instead of a live animals this Easter. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Gulf South loves Gold Brick Eggs and Heavenly Hash but according to Investors Observer, Easter Candy prices have increased 67-percent since 2020. Ponchatoula-based Elmer Candy’s CEO Rob Nelson says it has still been good year for Elmer Chocolate.

Cut 14 (09) “…be very brisk.”

Alexandria police say it was a drunk driver who hit two 16-year-olds on standing on the side of the road Tuesday night, killing one of the teenagers. Authorities have booked 45-year-old Julius Layfield with vehicular homicide, negligent vehicular injury and hit and run. Alexandria Senior High student Collin Lacaze died from his injuries.

A House committee passes legislation that allows the state to release a terminally ill inmate 120 days prior to his or her expected death. Andre Champagne has the story.

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Chemistry students at Nicholls State are discovering a way to make biodiesel and save a substantial amount of money in the process – and it involves using crops available in their own backyard. The research team discovered a way to make biodiesel using algae and oyster shells. Samia Elashry (SAHM-yah eh-LASH-ree) says they turned the oyster shells into a powder, extracted the oil from the algae and mixed them together.

Cut 4 (09) “…the top layer.”

Elashry says using this method can slash the cost of making biodiesel in Louisiana by as much as 85-percent.

Despite higher cocoa prices, which has increased the price to make chocolate candy this year, Ponchatoula-based Elmer Candy has seen brisk sales for their Easter candy. That’s according to Elmer Candy CEO Rob Nelson.

Cut 13 (08)  “…a couple years.”

According to InvestorsObserver, Easter Candy prices have increased 67-percent since 2020.

Last night, the LSU baseball team extended its win streak to three games after defeating Southern 16-6 in seven innings. The Tigers launched four home runs in the victory, including two solo shots from Steven Milam, a grand slam by Derek Curiel, and a two-run homer from John Pearson. LSU will be on the road this weekend at Tennessee.

ULM dominated Louisiana Tech 14-3 yesterday, which makes it seven straight losses for the Bulldogs. Tech head coach Lane Burrough says the team’s current struggles are raising concerns.

Cut 21 (04): “where we are right now.”

The Warhawks will host Georgia State this weekend, while Tech travels to FIU.

Southeastern secured its second win over a top-10 team yesterday after defeating eighth-ranked Southern Miss 5-1.

UL-Lafayette has now dropped three of its last four games after falling 10-7 to McNeese yesterday. The Cajuns are at James Madison this weekend.

Dr. Bryan Maggard, who serves as UL-Lafayette’s Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, has been appointed to the College Football Playoff Selection Committee. He will serve on the 13-person selection committee for the next three football seasons. Maggard, who’s one of three representatives from the Group of Six schools, says he hopes to be a voice for the G6, but only if they prove worthy of being in the conversation.

Cut 17 (09)  “…for the consideration.”

2026 LSU women’s basketball signee Lola Lampley made a statement in last night’s McDonald’s All-American Game. The 6-foot-2, five-star guard from Indianapolis scored 10 points, grabbed five rebounds, and added an assist and a steal. Lampley is ranked as the No. 17 player in the nation by 247Sports.

LSU senior guard Flau’jae Johnson was named to the John R. Wooden All-America Team, which honors the top 10 women’s college basketball players in the country. Johnson averaged 14.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in her final season with the Tigers.

Franklinton senator Beth Mizell does not like seeing more and more school systems moving to a four-day school week…

Cut 11 (14) “…of their day”

The Senate has approved Mizzell’s bill that prevents a school system from moving to a four-day school week, unless they are an “A” graded system. There are 17 school districts in Louisiana with four-day school weeks.

A bill to prohibit the use of eminent domain when it comes to carbon capture projects was defeated in the House Natural Resources Committee. The oil and gas industry opposes the measure and New Orleans litigation attorney Lauren Mastio also spoke in opposition…

Cut 14 (12) “…legal necessity”

Rural residents and environmentalists are concerned about capturing carbon dioxide in the air and then storing it underground, which is why the bill was filed.

A proposed constitutional amendment limiting governors to two total terms takes its next step on its journey towards the ballot….

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Artemis II is heading to the moon today. Its propellant tanks were built at Michoud Assembly Plant in New Orleans. NASA spokesperson Craig Betbeze…

Cut 3 (12) “….into orbit”