A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of a Louisiana law that would require abortion doctors to obtain admitting privileges at a local hospital before they can take on patients. I’m Jeff Palermo.

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Warrants were put out for sixteen former inmates and five former Washington Parish Sheriff’s Deputies related to incidents at the Washington Parish jail involving the rape of one inmate and the beating of another. The sixteen have been booked into the parish jail.

State Police say one of their Troopers used deadly force on a suspect in Hammond just before 1 AM this morning. Authorities identify the deceased suspect as 23-year-old Coltin Brennan Leblanc of Loranger. L-S-P says one of their troopers pulled LeBlanc’s vehicle over in the downtown area. A Hammond resident who witnessed the event while at a late night restaurant says it started as a normal traffic stop.

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That’s when the witness says the car drove away, with the officer on it, a few seconds later shots were fired.

Disney Cruise Line announced they will start sailing out of the Port of New Orleans in 2020 during Mardi Gras season.  Port of New Orleans CEO Brandy Christian says they are thrilled with Disney’s decision

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A State Police Trooper used deadly force during a traffic stop in downtown Hammond. Matt Doyle has more.
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A shooting inside a Dollar General store in Iberia Parish has left one man in critical condition in a Lafayette hospital and another in the custody on the parish jail.  Investigators arrested 23-year-old Joel Saenz, who ran into the store and shot the victim in the head during a physical altercation between the suspect’s brother and the victim.  The suspect left the store and was later arrested at his home.

Four Louisiana State Police Troopers are recovering from injuriesafter a juvenile attempted to evade and flee from them in a police pursuit that saw speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. LSP spokesperson Scott Moreau says the level of danger in the situation could have seen things end much worse.
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The Fifth US Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a Louisiana Law that would require doctors at abortion clinics to have admitting privileges at a local hospital. A law that included some similar language in Texas was shot down by the Supreme Court. Center for Reproductive Rights Senior Council TJ Tu says it’s a decision that fly’s in the face of the Supreme Courts previous decisions, and could make access to abortion in the Bayou State difficult to obtain.

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State Police say one of their Troopers used deadly force on a suspect in Hammond just before 1 AM this morning. Police say the man was pulled over in the downtown area during a traffic stop, and ended after the officer, riding the suspects’ vehicle, fired the fatal shots. A Hammond resident who witnessed the event while at a late night restaurant says after the dramatic incident, the officer and a bystander rushed to the vehicle to attempt to assist the driver.

Cut 5 (10)  “…ambulance over.” 

Four Louisiana State Police Troopers are recovering from injuries after a juvenile attempted to evade and flee from them in a police pursuit on LA Highway 1 that saw speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. LSP spokesperson Scott Moreau says it all started with a traffic stop on 18 year old Torie Lewis of Alexandria.  When Lewis stepped out of the vehicle, the second driver took the wheel and took off, and now he’s facing the heftiest charges.
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The Fifth US Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a Louisiana Law that would require doctors at abortion clinics to have admitting privileges at a local hospital. A law that included some similar language in Texas was shot down by the Supreme Court. Solicitor General Liz Murrill says Louisiana’s attempt at the law was more focused, and as a result, cleared the court challenge.

cut 9 (08) “…very gratifying.”

But Center for Reproductive Rights Senior Council TJ Tu says it’s a decision that fly’s in the face of the Supreme Courts previous decisions, and could make access to abortion in the Bayou State difficult to obtain.

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State Police say one of their Troopers used deadly force on a suspect in Hammond just before 1 AM this morning. Police say the man was pulled over in the downtown area during a traffic stop, and ended after the officer, riding the suspects’ vehicle, fired the fatal shots. A Hammond resident who witnessed the event while at a late night restaurant says it started as a normal traffic stop.

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The witness says the Trooper was on the vehicle as it sped away.

Four Louisiana State Police Troopers are recovering from injuries after a juvenile attempted to evade and flee from them in a police pursuit on LA Highway 1 that saw speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour. LSP spokesperson Scott Moreau says it all started with a traffic stop on 18 year old Torie Lewis of Alexandria.

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A new poll for the Secretary of State’s special election in November is out, with Democrat Renee Free in the lead, followed by Republicans Julie Stokes and Rick Edmonds. Pollster John Couvillion says despite being the Interim Secretary, Kyle Ardoin is lagging in the low single digits.

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The poll, by JMC Analytics, was commissioned by candidate Rick Edmonds, and showed nearly 50 percent of respondents still undecided in a race where candidates are reportedly have difficulty fundraising.

The Carolina panthers are signing for LSU standout and safety Eric Reid. Reid was one of the early adopters of a national anthem protest alongside Collin Kaepernick during his time with the 49ers, who decided not to resign the veteran after his contract ended. Reid believes his protests were responsible for his difficulty in finding a new team to play for.

Congressman Ralph Abraham honored a Ruston veteran on the House floor. Connor Ferrill has the story.

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A Pineville man has been arrested after an alleged sexual assault as well as trying to entice the victim not to report it by pretending to be a cop.  Kevin Barnhart has the details.

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What can Louisiania residents expect from Senator John Kennedy this week on the Senate Judiciary Committee? Kevin Barnhart speaks with political analyst Bernie Pinsonat to find out.

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Congressman Ralph Abraham honored a Ruston resident on the House floor with a speech to remember his many years of service. But before Adolf Wesselhoeft was a veteran, he was the son of German immigrants. He and his family were forced into a US internment camp during World War II before being traded to the Germans in 1944 for American POW’s. Abraham says though “Wes” had vivid memories of bombings in Hamburg, Germany from allied forces the love for his country did not fade…

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Following the war Wesselhoeft started saving money to return home to America. Abraham says “Wes” bought the cheapest passage to the United States available…

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Abraham says after he spoke with the veteran he is excited to see the history of German internment camps in the US be recognized…

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After establishing enough probable cause, the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest of 38-year-old Mark Roberts of Pineville following a report of a sexual battery that occurred last month.  Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Tommy Carnline says Roberts was allegedly a friend of the victim’s family.

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Carnline says following the initial incident, Roberts once again made contact with the victim, this time pretending to be a cop and implied there would be consequences if the incident was reported.

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Carline says Roberts is facing charges of sexual battery, 3^rd degree rape, false impersonation of a police officer, stalking, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.  But his legal troubles don’t end there…

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Roberts is being held on a $34,500 bond on the local charges while he awaits extradition to Mississippi.

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A new poll for the Secretary of State’s special election in November is out, with Democrat Renee Free in the lead, followed by Republicans Julie Stokes and Rick Edmonds. The poll, by JMC Analytics, was commissioned by Edmonds. Pollster John Couvillion says the early lead for a Democrat in a red state isn’t surprising, considering how many republicans are running.

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The rest of the candidates sit in the low single digits, including Interim Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin who took over after Tom Schedler’s resignation that sparked the special election. Couvillion says Ardoin’s late entry into the race has him chasing the pack.

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It’s still early, and candidates are reportedly having a difficult time raising money for the nominally non-partisan position that oversees state elections. Couvillion says the lack of name recognition has many voters unsure who they support.

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The poll also included results that show a 43 to 37 split on the question of whether or not Governor Edwards deserves to be re-elected.

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The attention of the nation is focused on the testimony of Christine Ford who will answer questions about her sexual misconduct allegations that could tip the scales in the confirmation proceedings of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.  US Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana is on the Senate Judiciary Committee, so what can we expect from him?  Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat…

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Pinsonat says it’s a smart move on behalf of the all-male Republicans on the committee to have a female come in to ask the tricky questions.

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Pinsonat adds Senator John Kennedy, who could soon be running for Governor in Louisiana, can reap the benefits of the media attention from the situation.

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After battling with Louisiana Tech into the 4th quarter last week, the Bulldogs will jump into Conference USA play this Saturday by facing one of the best teams in the league. North Texas is 4-0 and that includes a blowout win over Arkansas. Bulldogs Coach Skip Holtz says the Mean Green do a lot of things well…

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Adrian Hardy has become Louisiana Tech’s top receiver as he’s grabbed 19 passes for 365 and three touchdowns. Holtz says he’s not surprised by the sophomore’s success…

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The new roughing the passer rule is the new big controversy for the NFL. In an attempt to protect the quarterback, 34 roughing the passer flags have been thrown through the first three weeks of the season, compared to just 16 a year ago. Saints Coach Sean Payton, who sits on NFL’s competition committee, says the flag should be thrown when a player intentionally places all his weight on the quarterback, but flags have been thrown when they should have stayed in the refs pocket

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This Sunday the Saints will take on the New York Giants. The G-Men beat Houston 27-22 last week as the second overall pick Saquon Barkley rushed for 82 yards and a touchdown. He also caught five passes. Payton says the former Penn State standout is off to a great start in this league…

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After 15 years on the run, 44-year-old Lonnie Payne is returning to East Feliciana Parish in shackles.  Payne had been living in Mexico since his July 2003 escape, when he was serving twelve years for a burglary in Jefferson Parish.  East Feliciana Parish Sheriff Jeff Travis says they couldn’t get him before he got away.

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Last month, he presented border officials with a fake identity.

The Louisiana economy is looking good going forward.  According to a report, the state should see just shy of 60-thousand jobs added going into 2020. LSU economist Loren Scott says It’s now expected that the oil patch has bottomed out and will now be on the rebound.

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The Lake Charles area is the fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States

After treading water Congress only has four days to reauthorize the Land and Water conservation fund before the environmental program that helps funds outdoor destinations across the state comes to an end. Louisiana Hypoxia Working Group Coordinator Doug Daigle, on Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster, says that could jeopardize parks that are rebuilding after the 2016 floods.

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The fund was created in 1964.

A Georgetown study is out that touts the results of the state’s Medicaid expansion as a major success when it comes to improving the quality of life in rural communities. The university report showed major declines in the uninsured rate in those communities after the expansion. Research Professor Adam Searing says the expansion is benefitting more than just the working poor…

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Governor John Bel Edwards says the expansion is more than paying for itself.

After 15 years on the run, 44 year old Lonnie Payne is returning to East Feliciana Parish in shackles. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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A Georgetown study is out that touts the results of the state’s Medicaid expansion as a major success when it comes to improving the quality of life in rural communities. Research Professor Adam Searing says the numbers were fairly astonishing.

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He says the disparity between rural and urban health outcomes has begun to shrink.

According to a report, the state should see just shy of 60-thousand jobs added going into 2020, surpassing the 2 million job mark for the first time in history in 2019.  LSU economist Loren Scott says after emerging from the 2016 floods and the 2017 lull in construction, Baton Rouge should see a continuing rise.

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Scott says Louisiana economy suffered a 28-month recession.

After treading water Congress only has four days to reauthorize the Land and Water conservation fund before the environmental program that helps funds outdoor destinations across the state comes to an end. Louisiana Hypoxia Working Group Coordinator Doug Daigle, on Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster, says it’s a vital program that funds the construction of many parks.

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The fund was created in 1964.

After treading water Congress only has four days to reauthorize the Land and Water conservation fund before the program that helps funds outdoor destinations across the state comes to an end. Louisiana Hypoxia Working Group Coordinator Doug Daigle, on Talk Louisiana, says efforts to rebuild parks that were damaged in the 2016 floods could be jeopardized.

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The fund was created in 1964.

After 15 years on the run after escaping prison, 44 year old Lonnie Payne is returning to East Feliciana Parish in shackles.  Last month, he attempted to come back to the states, presented border officials with a fake identity.  East Feliciana Parish Sheriff Jeff Travis says previous they couldn’t get him.

cut 9 (10) “…got into Mexico.”

Payne had been living in Mexico since his July 2003 escape.

According to the report, the state should see just shy of 60-thousand jobs added going into 2020, surpassing the 2 million job mark for the first time in history in 2019.  LSU economist Loren Scott says It’s now expected that the oil patch has bottomed out and will now be on the rebound.

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The Lake Charles area has been the fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States.

A Georgetown study is out that touts the results of the state’s Medicaid expansion as a major success when it comes to improving the quality of life in rural communities. Research Professor Jack Hoadley says it’s not just the uninsured and working poor that see a boost from Medicaid expansions. He says the additional revenue from Medicaid patient’s makes its way back into the community in ways insured people may not realize…

Cut 5 (11)  “…the community.” 

A Georgetown study is out that touts the results of the state’s Medicaid expansion as a major success when it comes to improving the quality of life in rural communities. The university report showed major declines in the uninsured rate in those communities after the expansion. Research Professor Jack Hoadley says in just two years since the expansion, the disparity between health outcomes in cities and small towns has begun to fall.

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After treading water, Congress only has four days to reauthorize the Land and Water conservation fund before the environmental program that helps funds outdoor destinations across the state comes to an end. Louisiana Hypoxia Working Group Coordinator Doug Daigel says if it’s not reauthorized, parish and local efforts to rebuild parks and other family friendly outdoor locations that were damaged in the 2016 floods could be jeopardized.
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According to a new report, the state should see just shy of 60-thousand jobs added between 2019 and 2020.  LSU economist Loren Scott says Louisiana economy suffered a 28-month recession losing many jobs in the oil patch including just over 21-thousand jobs in Lafayette and 16-thousand in Houma.  It’s now expected that the oil patch has bottomed out and will now be on the rebound.

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Ruston Republican Representative Rob Shadoin is calling it quits after seven years in the Louisiana House. Shadoin is leaving the Capitol to join the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in a legal capacity. He says after nearly a decade of service, the frequent special sessions were becoming too much for his private practice to bear.

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Shadoin represented the north Louisiana district that was comprised of Lincoln and Union Parishes.

A Georgetown study is out that touts the results of the state’s Medicaid expansion as a major success when it comes to improving the quality of life in rural communities. The university report showed major declines in the uninsured rate in those communities after the expansion. Research Professor Jack Hoadley says the numbers were fairly astonishing.

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Governor John Bel Edwards says the expansion is more than paying for itself in economic benefits to the state.

According to a new report, the state should see just shy of 60-thousand jobs added going into 2020, surpassing the 2 million job mark for the first time in history in 2019.  LSU economist Loren Scott says after emerging from the 2016 floods and the 2017 lull in construction, Baton Rouge should see a continuing rise.

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Scott says the state suffered a 28 month recession.

After treading water Congress only has four days to reauthorize the Land and Water conservation fund before the environmental program that helps funds outdoor destinations across the state comes to an end. Louisiana Hypoxia Working Group Coordinator Doug Daigle, on Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster, says a number of major state locations have been constructed and maintained with cash from the fund that uses revenue from the oil industry and other natural resource extractors to assist in construction efforts.

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The fund was created in 1964.