FEMA is now giving August flood victims until November 14th to apply for federal assistance. Spokesman Kurt Pickering says the extended deadline will allow residents to not only sign up for FEMA aid, but also start the process to receive an SBA loan. He says that can provide flood victims up to 200-thousand dollars, and up to 2 million for businesses…:
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You can sign up at disasterassistance.gov.

More people are dying on Louisiana’s waterways this year than last — as there have been 22 deaths in 2016 compared to 13 fatalities through September of 2015. Adam Einck with the state Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says there were 7 alone in September – most involving something being hit in the water…:
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LDWF has investigated 110 boating crashes so far this year, 12 of which happened in September.

Tulane researchers are teaming up in a university-wide collaboration to learn more about the brain. Jeff Palermo has more on the school’s new Brain Institute…:
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An Albany man is facing several charges out of Tangipahoa Parish for allegedly fatally shooting a woman from Loranger then setting her car on fire. The Sheriff’s Office say 30-year-old Gregory Anthony is accused in the death of 27-year-old Heather Cox. He is charged with second degree murder, one count of attempted second degree murder, aggravated kidnapping, burglary, simple criminal damage, simple battery, felony theft, simple arson and two counts of auto theft.

August flood victims now have until November 14th to apply for federal disaster aid or an SBA loan. FEMA spokesperson Kurt Pickering says so far, individual households in Louisiana have received 699 million dollars in grants to repair their homes…:
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He assures flood victims here that the despite the damage the East Coast received from Hurricane Matthew, FEMA is not leaving Louisiana.

Fatalities on Louisiana’s waterways are well above what they were at this time last year, as 7 people died in boating accidents in September alone. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries spokesperson Adam Einck says most of the deaths could have been prevented…:
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There have been 22 deaths this year, compared to only 13 through September of last year.

Tulane University researchers are teaming up to learn more about the brain in a new collaboration called the Brain Institute. Tulane Vice President for Research, Dr. Laura Levy, says scientists don’t know much about the brain and they hope this university-wide effort will help them learn more…:
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Levy says they received a $3.7 million donation to jump start the initiative, and a fundraising goal of $50 million has been set.

A man in Livingston Parish was fatally shot by a deputy following an incident with another cop the suspect shot at numerous times. They say it started when 31-year-old Blaine Beason fled from a deputy, then was located hours later in a barn and was still resisting with the weapon. The deputy fired in return and killed Beason. The officers were not injured. State Police is investigating.

A regulation that calls for aspiring teachers to complete a full-year residency has been approved by BESE. Louisiana Association of Educators president Debbie Meaux says she’s worried these teachers will only go to schools near universities.

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Supporters of the program say it will better prepare teachers for the classroom.

A petition has been filed to recall Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni from office, in the midst of a sexting scandal with a 17-year-old boy. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says the petition will need 87-thousand signatures for a recall vote to occur, but they recommend petitioners try to get more.

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He says if the petition gets enough signatures, it will go to the governor for the final decision.

A report from 24/7 Wall Street finds the rate of college grads in Louisiana is 23%, eight percentage points below the national average. Michelle Southern reports…

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Livingston Parish deputies fatally shot a suspect after he allegedly shot at officers during a traffic stop, then fled into a barn and pointed his weapon at officers. LPSO spokesperson Lori Steele says 31-year-old Blaine Beason was wanted on several charges.

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BESE has approved one year residency as a redesign to how teachers are prepared to be in the classroom. Emelie Gunn has more…

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According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, a suspect who was on the run this morning was located and fatally shot by a deputy after the suspect allegedly pointed a gun at the officer. 31-year-old Blaine Beason was found in a barn when the standoff took place following an incident in which Beason allegedly shot at another deputy.

About 23-percent of Louisiana adults have at least a four year degree, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. That’s 8 percentage points below the national average. Demographer Greg Rigamer says the low rate is due in part to Louisiana’s jobs.

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He also says Louisiana has a high poverty rate and some families need to work instead of go to school.

In the wake of two historic floods in Louisiana, Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana wants the public to know that research shows child abuse rates usually go up three months to a year after a disaster. Executive Director Amanda Brunson says tensions tend to rise as the family experiences more stress.

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She says parents can call their KIDLINE at 1-800-CHILDREN.

BESE has approved a plan to better prepare new teachers for the classroom. BESE President Jim Garvey says the new one year residency requirement will ensure that teachers are ready to hit the ground running on their first day.

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The residency will be required for certification beginning in July of 2018.

About 23-percent of Louisiana adults have at least a four year degree, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. That’s 8 percentage points below the national average. Demographer Greg Rigamer says Louisiana’s lower than average household creates financial obstacles for people seeking degrees.

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The report found New Orleans has the highest concentration of college grads in the state.

The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office says a chase and standoff this morning resulted in the death of a suspect wanted for attempted murder of a police officer. Spokeswoman Lori Steele says it all started when a deputy attempted to pull over 31-year-old Blaine Beason and a chase ensued.

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Steele says Beason was later located in a barn where a deputy found the suspect pointing a gun at the cop.

In the wake of two historic floods, Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana wants parents to remember they’re not the only ones who feel pressure after a disaster. Executive Director Amanda Brunson says stress can lead to children complaining, wetting the bed, and being clingy, and it’s important for parents to understand where this behavior is coming from.

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She says struggling parents can call 1-800-CHILDREN.

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The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office says the wanted man on the run this morning was located and shot and killed by a deputy after the suspect allegedly pointed a gun at the officer. 31-year-old Blaine Beason was found in a barn when the standoff took place. This after an earlier incident in which Beason allegedly shot at another deputy. State Police is investigating.

About 23-percent of Louisiana adults have at least a four year degree, according to a new report from the finance website 24/7 Wall Street. That’s 8 percentage points below the national average. Demographer Greg Rigamer says the low rate is due, in part, to Louisiana’s jobs…:
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He also says Louisiana has a high poverty rate and some families need to work instead of go to school.

An attorney in Metairie has filed a petition to recall Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni. This comes after Yenni admitted to sending improper text messages to a 17-year-old boy. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says the recall effort as 180 days…:
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That’s just over 87,000 written signatures in 6 months.

A redesign of how teachers are prepared to lead a classroom has been approved by BESE. It would require a one year apprenticeship for aspiring teachers before they can be certified. BESE President Jim Garvey says he supports this change because it will improve the ability of new teachers to hit the ground running on day one…:
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President of the Louisiana Association of Educators Debbie Meaux says she is in favor of the concept, but this program is moving way too fast. She says some college classes would be stripped away with this new program…:
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The one year residency will be required for certification starting July 1, 2018.

LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron said on the SEC coaches teleconference that running back Leonard Fournette will likely miss his second straight game this Saturday.

The man who raised Mike VI, the LSU mascot who died yesterday from cancer, says he will never forget the lovable tiger cub. Steve Cotner was a volunteer at the Greater Cats of Indiana when Roscoe was adopted by LSU…:
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LSU’s Student Government announced it will host a memorial service for Mike this evening in front of Mike VI’s habitat.

An attorney in Metairie has filed a petition to recall Jefferson Parish President Mike Yenni. This comes after Yenni admitted to sending improper text messages to a 17-year-old boy. Robert Evans made the announcement after Yenni said he had no plans to resign because he didn’t do anything illegal.

Child abuse cases tend to increase three months to a year following major disasters like the two recent historic floods. That’s according to Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana Executive Director Amanda Brunson. She says children shouldn’t suffer when tensions are high within the family…:
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She says parents who need some support can call a toll-free anonymous hotline, at 1-800-CHILDREN.

The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who allegedly fled from a deputy this morning after shooting at the officer numerous times. Sheriff Jason Ard says the deputy returned fire as the suspect ran away on foot. Neither is believed to be injured in the incident. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of 31-year-old Blaine Beason is urged to contact authorities. He is to be considered armed and dangerous and is wanted on several charges including attempted murder of a police officer.

US Attorney Walt Green says the investigation into Alton Sterling’s death during a confrontation with Baton Rouge police officers is still ongoing. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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River parish authorities have a new weapon to be used for getting drunk drivers off the road. Troop C spokesman Frank Besson says they call it a BAT mobile which stands for for Breath Alcohol Testing unit. He says it has everything they need to catch impaired motorists…:
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It’s been over three months since the shooting death of Alton Sterling, a black man, during a confrontation with two white Baton Rouge police offices. U.S. Attorney Walt Green issued a statement saying a team of federal prosecutors, FBI agents and other personnel have devoted hundreds of hours to the investigation. Legal Analyst Tim Meche suspects activist groups have likely been calling Green to make a rushed indictment, which wouldn’t be good for the case.

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Candidate for U.S. Senate, Troy Hebert’s, legal attempt to force LPB and the Council for a Better Louisiana to include more candidates in their debate next week will be heard in a Baton Rouge Court today. Former Secretary of State and political consultant Jim Brown told the Jim Engster Show that it’s not fair for a business group to decide who can participate.

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The BAT Mobile is coming to the Bayou to help fight drunk driving, but it won’t be Bruce Wayne behind the wheel. Halen Doughty has more…

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A Calcasieu Parish School Board member was arrested in San Diego, California for indecent exposure. 54-year-old Chuck Hansen of Sulphur was allegedly driving his vehicle when he slowed down to talk to a 17-year-old girl. When the girl approached the car she says she noticed Hansen was masturbating. The teen called the police and reported an attempted kidnapping but the charge was downgraded once Hansen was arrested. He will appear in a San Diego court next week.