The Louisiana Attorney General’s office announces the arrest of a Shreveport couple for Government Benefits fraud after they allegedly purchased a BMW, installed an in-ground pool and had cosmetic surgery done in Texas. 42-year-old Ebony Taylor and 39-year-old Andre Jackson are accused of defrauding the Medicaid program of 127-thousand dollars.

A Baton Rouge man is living proof that you’re never too old to pursue your dreams.

Cut 2 (37) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

At least two people have died from eating raw oysters contaminated with a flesh-eating bacteria this year. Louisiana health officials say about two-dozen people have been hospitalized after contracting Vibrio vulnificus. LSU Ag Center Seafood extension specialist Evelyn Watt says it’s best to eat raw oysters in the fall when the water temperature cools down, since Virbrio vulnificus can’t survive in cooler waters…

Cut 6 (12) “…they are handling”

The Southern Rail Commission is pleased with the ridership numbers for the new Amtrak Mardi Gras Service that runs twice daily between New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama. John Spain says the reviews have been good too…

Cut 15 (12) “….every time”

Amtrak announced this week they are adding an extra train for Saints home games. The train station is only a block and a half away from the Dome.

If you absolutely must have your oyster fix, use caution at least until the temperature cools down.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Southern University is not holding classes today as they were one of several Historically Black Colleges to receive a threat against its students. Congressman Clay Higgins believes if you celebrate the death of Charlie Kirk on social media, you should be banned from social media. And Cheneyville Police Chief Charles Issac has been arrested for illicit acts against a juvenile.

Kent Broussard has put the “Golden” in “Golden Band from Tigerland” —as the 66-year-old is enjoying his first year with the LSU marching band. Broussard says he’s loved football and marching bands from an early age..

Cut 10 (12) “…stuck with me.”

Broussard is a retired accountant who enrolled at LSU this year and tried out for the Tigers marching band, made it and plays the sousaphone, which is in the tuba family.

The Southern Rail Commission is pleased with the ridership numbers for the new Mardi Gras Amtrak passenger train service. The 145-mile route connects New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, with four stops along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. John Spain with the Southern Rail Commission says they’ve had over 32-hundred people ride that train since it relaunched on August 18^th.

Cut 13 (07)  “…Saints game.”

For this Sunday’s Saints game and future home games, Amtrak has added another car, which allows for an additional 60 seats.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the political violence has to end. The Republican from Jefferson Parish says with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, history is repeating itself…

Cut 14 (13) “….and tolerate it”

Scalise says Americans should follow Kirk’s example and turn to civil debate and the ballot box.

According to the CDC, Louisiana ranks first for chlamydia cases. It’s a sexually transmitted infection that infect the genital tract, eyes and rectum. Dr. Andrea Giamalva (jee-ah-MAHL-vah), the chief medical officer at Experity, says it’s important for anyone who’s sexually active to get regular screenings for STIs.

Cut 5 (14) “…infection to others.”

The Saints are close to signing a new long-term lease that would keep the franchise playing their home games at the Caesars Superdome. Nola-dot-com reporter Jeff Duncan says sources have told him the agreement calls for a ten-year lease followed by four five-year extensions, with the Saints retaining the right to exercise each extension. But Duncan says it doesn’t guarantee that the team will stay in New Orleans. He says sources have told him the relocation penalty would be 250-million dollars…

Cut 10 (15) “…the state”

Saints owner Gayle Benson is 78-years-old.

Lafayette-based Acadian Amublance is making another push in hiring paramedics. Porter Taylor says being a medic can be a great job, especially for younger adult looking to work in the medical field…

Cut 7 (12) “…starting point”

Go to be a medic-dot-com for more information.

The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk brings back harrowing memories for Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise, who survived an assassination attempt back in 2017. He says those who disagreed with Kirk politically and are celebrating his murder ought to be ashamed of themselves.

Cut 12 (12) “…us to be?”

Acadian Ambulance is celebrating 54 years of existence and Porter Taylor says they are always looking for new paramedics. He says if interested visit become-a-medic-dot-com…

Cut 8 (10) “…red-do their career”

Taylor says it will take as few as 12 weeks to complete all the courses and earn a certificate.

Nola-dot-com reports the Saints and the state are expected to announce a new lease agreement that will result in the NFL franchise calling the Ceasars Superdome its home for at least another decade. Times Picayune reporter Jeff Duncan says the new lease puts New Orleans in position to host the Super Bowl in 2031, but it’s not a sure thing…

Cut 11 (12) “…between games”

14-year NFL veteran Todd McClure is one of the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inductees. McClure was an outstanding center in Atlanta, which earned him a place in the Falcons Ring of Honor. Doug Ireland, a Chairman of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, says before the Baton Rouge native became a great NFL player, he was also an outstanding athlete at Central High School.

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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the political violence has to end. The Republican from Jefferson Parish says with the assassination of Charlie Kirk, history is repeating itself…

Cut 14 (13) “….and tolerate it”

Scalise says Americans should not turn to political violence, but instead follow Kirk’s example and turn to civil debate and the ballot box.

Southern University has cancelled classes and events through the weekend. The Baton Rouge school was one of several HBCUs to receive a threat. Southern University was under a lockdown for a period of time earlier today.

Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins says if you mock Kirk’s death on social media than you should receive a lifetime ban from all platforms.

The 31-year-old Kirk was fatally shot during speaking event at Utah Valley University. He was set to speak at LSU next month.

The Saints are close to signing a new long-term lease that would keep the franchise playing their home games at the Caesars Superdome. Nola-dot-com reporter Jeff Duncan says it has been a difficult agreement to reach, because Saints Owner Gayle Benson is 78 years old and someone else will likely take over as owner at some point during the length of this deal…

Cut 9 (10)  “…favorable.”

Duncan says sources have told him the agreement calls for a ten-year lease followed by four five-year extensions

Lafayette-based Acadian Ambulance, the nation’s largest employee-owned ambulance service, is celebrating 54 years of service. Porter Taylor, Acadian Ambulance’s director of operations in Louisiana, commends the many medics who have continued to value its patients all these years.

Cut 6 (12) “…ambulance company.”

The FBI is offering a 100-thousand reward for information leading to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise was shot in an assassination attempt in 2017 and says in the United States, no one deserves to be murdered for their political views.

Cut 13 (11)  “…settle our differences.”

ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it’s up to lawmakers at all levels – federal, state and local – to start setting the example for others to follow and tamp down the vitriol towards one another…

Cut 8 (11) “…their political opponents.”

Multiple HBCUs across the US have received threats a day for the Kirk was shot and killed, including Southern University, who has decided to cancel classes and campus activities through the weekend.

This month, Lafayette-based Acadian Ambulance is celebrating 54 years of service to the public.  Andre Champagne has the story.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

Construction is back underway on the Buc-ee’s in Lafayette. Opening date is sometime in 2028.  The Lafayette Buc-ee’s will be one of the largest locations in the Gulf South at about 74-thousand square feet.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has entered a not guilty plea in a federal courtroom to corruption charges. Cantrell faces 11 criminal counts. Prosecutors allege Cantrell and her police bodyguard bilked the city’s taxpayers out of 70-thousand dollars in a scheme that allowed Cantrell and Jeffrey Vappie to carry out an affair, while the mayor claimed Vappie was performing work as her bodyguard. Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says if Cantrell is found guilty, she will likely do time behind bars…

Cut 12 (15) “….her guidelines range”

Cantrell’s trial is expected to start after her term ends in January.

The Saints and the state are closing in on agreeing to a new lease with the Superdome. According to NOLA.com, it would keep the team in New Orleans for at least another decade.

Registered voters in Louisiana will soon get a letter from the Secretary of State informing them about the change to closed party primaries next year for several political races.  Deputy Secretary for the Secretary of State’s office Joel Watson says party affiliation is key to participating in party primaries.

Cut 5 (05) “…and current.”

Starting next year, registered Republicans can only participate in a Republican primary and registered Democrats in a Democratic Party primary. No party voters can choose which party primary they can vote in.

The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 class. The headliners are former Saints receiver Joe Horn, former LSU Tiger and Atlanta Falcons great Todd McClure and LSU women’s basketball great Sylvia Fowles, who led the Lady Tigers to four straight Final Four appearances in the mid-2000s. Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Chairman Doug Ireland says Fowles is a winner…

Cut 15 (11) “…at LSU”