The LSU Baseball team is still alive in the SEC Tournament after an unbelievable finish this afternoon in Hoover, Alabama. The Tigers were working on very little sleep, but figured out a way to beat Auburn 4-3. The tying and winning runs scored in the ninth inning. It all started with a wild pitch that allowed Giovanni DiGiacomo to score and then a throwing error by the Auburn first baseman who went to retrieve the baseball allowed Drew Bianco to come across and score.

LSU lost a heartbreaker earlier in the day in 17 innings to Mississippi State. The game ended at 3:05 in the morning. It goes down as the longest game inning and time wise in LSU history. LSU will play again tomorrow night against the loser of tonight’s game between Mississippi State and Vanderbilt. 

LSU is now 2-and-1 in Hoover and it’s still hard to say whether the Tigers have done enough to lock down a host site in the NCAA Tournament. They got some help when Ole Miss beat Texas A-and-M 1-0 earlier today. 

NOAA predicts a near-normal 2019 hurricane season. US weather officials say that means between 9 to 15 named storms, 4 to 8 hurricanes and 2 to 4 major hurricanes. Lead hurricane season forecaster Gerry Bell says the near-normal hurricane outlook is occurring because of competing climate factors…

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Last year there were 15 named storms, highlighted by two major hurricanes, Florence and Michael.

For only the third time in history, the US Army Corps of Engineers may have to open the Morganza Spillway in early June because of the rising Mississippi River.

The spillway was completed in 1954 and opened for the first time 1973 for 56 days and 55 days in 2011. Terrebonne Parish President Gordon Dove says just like they did in 2011, a barge will have to be installed in Bayou Chene to prevent backwater flooding in Terrebonne and several other parishes…

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Legislation that would have increased the legal age to purchase cigarettes, dip, and vape products to 21 dies on the House floor amid concerns the bill infringes on individual liberties of adults. Bill author, West Monroe Representative Frank Hoffman, argued the bill could save lives…

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The final vote was 24-55.

A Bossier City man is behind bars after he allegedly offered to fly a child in from Wisconsin for sexual purposes. 49-year-old William Kramer is facing seven counts of indecent behavior with juveniles. State Police Trooper Brent Hardy says more charges are possible because they found evidence that Kramer chatted online with multiple underage children and some of the victims could live in the Shreveport-Bossier City area.

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Legislation that would have increased the legal age to purchase cigarettes, dip, and vape products to 21 dies on the House floor amid concerns the bill infringes on individual liberties of adults.

The bill led to an animated back and forth between Bill author, West Monroe Representative Frank Hoffman,  and Alexandria Representative Lance Harris. Hoffman argued we already bar 18-year-olds from purchasing alcohol, but Harris countered, saying only one of those two substances can kill you overnight…

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The final vote was 24-55.

A Bossier City man is behind bars after he allegedly offered to fly a child in from Wisconsin for sexual purposes. State Police Trooper Brent Hardy says L-S-P got involved in the arrest of 49-year-old William Kramer after receiving a call from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office….

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For only the third time in history, the US Army Corps of Engineers may have to open the Morganza Spillway in early June because of the rising Mississippi River. That means water will be released into the Atchafalaya Basin raising the concern for flooding in several parishes. Terrebonne Parish President Gordon Dove

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NOAA predicts a near-normal 2019 hurricane season. US weather officials say that means between 9 to 15 named storms, 4 to 8 hurricanes and 2 to 4 major hurricanes. Lead hurricane season forecaster Gerry Bell says the prediction is made with a 70 percent likelihood…

Cut 7 (06) “…we see.”

The other 30 percent leaves a chance for a stronger or weaker season.

Legislation that would have increased the legal age to purchase cigarettes, dip, and vape products to 21 dies on the House floor amid opposition concerns that the bill infringes on the individual liberties of adults.

Bill author West Monroe Representative Frank Hoffman says it’s passage could have been a life saver…

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The final vote was 24-55.

NOAA predicts a near-normal 2019 hurricane season. US weather officials say that means between  9 to 15 named storms, 4 to 8 hurricanes and 2 to 4 major hurricanes. Lead hurricane season forecaster Gerry Bell says the prediction is made with a 70 percent likelihood…

Cut 7 (06) “…we see.”

The other 30 percent leaves a chance for a stronger or weaker season to roll in, but do not expect any major hurricanes in June or July. 

A new opioid developed by researchers at Tulane and the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System is showing it can increase recovery time and a decrease pain-sensitivity among animals. Brooke Thorington has more.

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A bill requiring restaurants to inform customers the country of origin of their  shrimp and crawfish is advancing at the state capitol. Louisiana Restaurant Association lobbyist Eldon Rogillo says they had some concerns, but he’s worked with the bill’s author, LaRose Representative Truck Gisclair.

Cut 10 (12) “…some compromise.”

For restaurants that don’t use menus, a sign at their entrance would need to disclose where their crawfish and shrimp came from.

US Senator John Kennedy is calling on Congressional Democrats to either begin impeachment, or cease their investigations as the President backs out of infrastructure discussions over frustrations related to subpoenas into Trump businesses coming out of the Democratic controlled House. Kennedy hopes both sides can move past their political differences in order to produce significant legislation to improve our transportation system.

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A new survey from the Water Quality and Health Council is a reminder that the local pool is likely being used as a communal bathtub.

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A Bossier City man is under arrest for allegedly engaging in sexual conversations with a minor in Wisconsin. The Kenosha Wisconsin Police discovered conversations between 49-year-old William Kramer and the minor where Kramer offered to pay for the child’s place ticket to Louisiana for sexual purposes. Further investigation revealed Kramer had engaged in sexual conversations online with multiple children.

President Trump’s meeting with Congressional democratic leaders fell apart and then Trump told the public he will not work with Democrats unless they stop their investigations into his administration, US Senator John Kennedy stated if House leadership wants to impeach the President then do it

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It was a heartbreaking loss last night as the LSU Tigers fought for 6 hours and 43 mins in a 17 inning game to lose to Mississippi State 6-5. It was the longest recorded game for the SEC Tournament and LSU baseball. The game ended at 3:03 this morning. Coach Paul Mainieri

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The Tigers are forced now to take a quick nap and rally to face Auburn at 1 o’clock today.

Government and law enforcement officials say they are dealing with an opioid crisis, because the addiction to pain killers is leading to an increase in suicides and overdose deaths. But promising research out of Tulane and Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System with the development of a new pain pill could change things. Senior Study author Dr. James Zadina says the opioid their could reduce addiction.

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The Water Quality and Health Council’s Healthy Pools survey reveals things aren’t as clean as you think they are at the local pool. Public Health Expert for the council Chris Wiant (we-ant) says the risk of waterborne illness is a problem when almost a quarter of swimmers surveyed would swim within an hour of having diarrhea.

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The US Army Corps of Engineers is looking to open the Morganza Spillway as the Mississippi River is predicated to crest by June 5^th.  This would be the third time in the spillway’s history it’s ever been opened. Weeks ago stakeholders along the Morganza were told engineers had no intentions of opening the spillway but plans have changed due to the Mississippi River being above flood stage for months and heavy rains continue to fall in the Midwest. Governor Edwards is meeting with the United Command Group today to discuss river flooding.

The Louisiana House is expected to vote on a few high profile bills before they take a break for the Memorial Day weekend. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A bill requiring restaurants to inform customers the country of origin of their shrimp and crawfish is advancing at the state capitol. Louisiana Restaurant Association lobbyist Eldon Rogillo (Row-gillo) says they don’t have an issue telling customers the country of origin, but how it would appear on the menu has been their biggest concern…

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For restaurants that don’t use menus, a sign at their entrance would be required.

President Trump says he refuses to work with Democrats until they agree to stop investigating his administration. Yesterday House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she came to meet the President to talk about infrastructure projects, but instead he took a pass. US Senator John Kennedy hopes both sides can move past their political differences in order to produce significant legislation to improve our transportation system.

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Louisiana US Senator John Kennedy slams his Democratic colleagues in the other chamber who are contemplating whether to impeach President Trump. Kennedy’s message on the Senate floor was very direct.

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Kennedy made his comments after President Trump’s meeting with Congressional democratic leaders Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer fell apart and led to the president holding a news conference in the Rose Garden telling the American people he will not work with Democrats unless they stop their investigations into his administration.

Researchers at Tulane and Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System say they’ve developed a new type of opioid that speeds up recovery without increasing pain sensitivity or risk of chronic pain. Senior Study Author Dr. James Zadina says these results are encouraging…

Cut 4 (10) “… do nothing.”

The Water Quality and Health Council’s Healthy Pools survey shows your local pool is likely being used as a bathtub by swimmers. Public Health Expert for the council Chris Wiant (We-ant) says the survey reports 48 percent of swimmers never shower before getting into the pool…

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A long night for the LSU Baseball and Tiger fans as they lost to Mississippi State in the SEC Tournament 6-5 after 17 innings. The game lasts 6 hours and 43 minutes and ended at 3:03 this morning, both SEC Tournament and LSU records.  The Tigers will have to rally and face Auburn at 1 pm today.

A Florida man working as a DOTD contractor was killed Wednesday morning while working on the I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. State transportation says a vehicle collided with equipment that ultimately made impact with the worker. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says they are not sure what led to the tragic incident, but distracted driving has been a big problem on this stretch of highway…

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An effort to give voters a chance to decide if the minimum wage should be raised to nine dollars an hour died in the Louisiana Senate. New Orleans Senator Troy Carter says the 26 votes needed to send his proposal to the House were not there…

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The full Senate approves legislation that would give voters a chance to declare that abortions are unconstitutional. Supporters of House Bill 425 say it will make sure abortions are not legal in Louisiana if Roe versus Wade is overturned. Opponents say constitutions are meant to protect a person’s right. But Monroe Representative Katrina Jackson says Louisiana has shown to be a pro-life state…

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A House approved bill to certify veteran-owned businesses advances out of the Senate Commerce committee. Any business that is majority owned by veterans would be provided a statewide insignia to display. Governor John Bel Edwards says the bill will also create a database of veteran-owned business…

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Now it goes to the senate for a vote.

Once again an effort to increase the minimum wage fails to gain support in the legislature. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A house approved bill to certify veteran-owned businesses advances out of the Senate Commerce. Census data indicates Louisiana has 42,000 veteran-owned businesses. Governor Edwards says as a former army ranger he hopes House Bill 391 will connect these businesses with unemployed veterans…

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The full Senate approves legislation that would give voters a chance to declare that abortions are unconstitutional. Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell says voters would have a chance in October to add the anti-abortion language to the state constitution…

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An employee for a DOTD contractor was killed Wednesday morning while working on the I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. The state transportation department says a vehicle collided with equipment that ultimately made impact with the worker. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says State Police is investigating, but they have this advice for motorists

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A cause on the wreck has not been determined.