The United Cajun Navy is starting to wrap up operations in the Carolinas after spending nearly a week saving people from treacherous flood zones. 23 deaths have been attributed to the storm so far. United Cajun Navy founder Todd Terrell says the situation is beginning to de-escalate after a Friday landfall that swamped the region.

Cut 12 (07)   “into them” 

State Police say a 2-year-old is dead and other children sustained injuries after their father drunkenly flew through an intersection in Donaldsonville on Highway 70 and got t-boned. 27-year-old John Henderson of Baton Rouge, the driver, has been arrested as a result. State Police Spokesperson Sgt. Jaded Sandifer.

cut 9 (10) “…the fatality”

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser has returned to the Bayou state following a ten day trip to China as part of a Louisiana tourism mission in an attempt to lure visitors from the Chinese market.  The trip included a stop at the 12^th annual China-US Tourism Leadership Summit. Nungesser says he believes Louisiana could see its own direct flight service with the country coming in the next few years.

Cut 8 (12) “traveler to Louisiana.”

We now know LSU will be playing under the lights at Tiger Stadium when they welcome Ole Miss on the 29^th.  The game is scheduled for an 8:15PM kick off…

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Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser has returned to the Bayou state following a ten day trip to China as part of a Louisiana tourism mission in an attempt to lure visitors from the Chinese market.  The trip included a stop at the 12^th annual China-US Tourism Leadership Summit. Nungesser says they took two Louisiana chefs along to showcase the food of the area.

Cut 6 (08) “…exposure for Louisiana.”

This is the last week of summer, but it feels like the middle of the summer with heat index values over 100-degrees. Some records have fallen during this latest heat wave. The first day of Fall is Saturday. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we are still a couple of weeks away from that first significant cold front that brings a touch of fall to Louisiana.

cut 5 (10)  “…gonna happen” 

The Louisiana Urban Search and Rescue teams are conducting water rescues this morning in Chesterfield Country, South Carolina, where water has gotten into homes and trapped families from escaping on their own.  Louisiana Fire Marshal Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says South Carolina helped out Louisiana during hurricanes and flooding and this is just a way to pay that favor back.

Cut 12 (07) “…in South Carolina.”

Thanks to four missed kicks by Cleveland’s Zane Gonzales the Saints were able to rally to beat the Cleveland Browns 21-18. New Orleans trailed 12-3 in the 4th quarter, but Quarterback Drew Brees finally got it going with two touchdown passes to Michael Thomas. Will Lutz’s 44-yard field goal with 21-seconds left was the game winner. But Coach Sean Payton is not happy with how his team is playing

Cut 17 (12)  “shoot” 

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. States with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Congressman Garret Graves says he knows it’ll be an uphill climb for this type of legislation, but it’s  off to a great start.

Cut 8 (09) “messageo do this.”

Graves says 99 percent of all offshore revenue went to the feds.

The United Cajun Navy is currently in North Carolina as the area is experiencing massive flooding from Hurricane Florence.  Founder of the group, Todd Terrell, says those that want to help can make donations via the United Cajun Navy’s Facebook page.  He says the team is facing many challenges with the elements in the Carolinas.

Cut 5 (10)  “…have electricity to them.” 

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. There’s tight, constitutional limits on just how this cash can get spent, which means it can’t be dropped straight into the state general fund for this year, but Schroder says after surveying the options, he’s got a few recommendations.

Cut 14 (10) “…money”

The Edwards administration says any estimates before the audit is finished are premature.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it.  L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says it’s a crime that can net you jail time.

Cut 11 (08)“…strictly regulated”

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. Congressman Garret Graves says it’s frustrating to see the feds scoop up most of the tax revenue generated by offshore drilling. The congressman says in 2016, the feds gathered 99 percent of all offshore revenues, which is not the case for land-based drilling.

Cut 7 (10) “…1920s”

The bill would still need to pass the House and the Senate, where that kind of legislation has typically floundered.

The United Cajun Navy is currently in North Carolina as the area is experiencing massive flooding from Hurricane Florence.  Founder of the group, Todd Terrell, says water rescues are already taking place around the clock.

Cut 3 (07) “…on the roofs.” 

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. Schroder says having a significant surplus isn’t a good look for a state that just renewed hundreds of millions in expired sales taxes in the last legislative session.

Cut 13 (08) “this size”

The governor’s office says any estimations before the audit is completed in October are premature.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says a deputy saw the fawn in a cooler at a restaurant called the Garden Hen. He says the man heard law enforcement were on the case and apparently tried to hide the evidence…

Cut 10 (10) “that time”

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. States with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Congressman Garret Graves says the additional revenues would pay for flood protection projects.

Cut 6 (10) “…a disaster.”

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. However, the final audit results won’t be ready until October, and Shroder says they’ll have to figure out just how the state stumbled into so much cash.

Cut 12 (10)   “the state” 

Dozens of volunteers with the United Cajun Navy are patrolling the flood waters of the Carolinas, making rescues happen in the wake of Hurricane Florence.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 1 (32) “I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. The 61-year-old owner of the Garden Hen was cited for possession of a spotted fawn. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says

cut 9 (10) “…for later”

LDH says an inspection turned up no wild game at the restaurant.

Louisiana finished the fiscal year that ended June 30th with a hefty surplus. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 2 (27) “I’m Jeff Palermo”  

The United Cajun Navy is currently in North Carolina as the area is experiencing massive flooding from Hurricane Florence.  Founder of the group, Todd Terrell says the crew has already lent a helping hand with well over 100 rescues.

Cut 4 (05) “…not 100% sure.”

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. States with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Congressman Garret Graves says the additional revenues would pay for flood protection projects.

Cut 6 (10) “…a disaster.”

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. 61-year-old Somchanh Chanthapanya was cited for possession of a spotted fawn. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says the investigation started when a Franklin Parish sheriff’s deputy saw the spotted fawn in the cooler at a restaurant called the Garden Hen. He says the man heard law enforcement were on the case and apparently tried to hide the evidence…

Cut 10 (10) “that time”

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. However, the final audit results won’t be ready until October, and Shroder says they’ll have to figure out just how the state stumbled into so much cash.

Cut 12 (10)   “the state” 

The governor’s office says any estimates before the October final audit completion are premature.

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. Congressman Garret Graves says in 2016, the feds gathered 99 percent of all offshore revenues, which is not the case for land-based drilling.

Cut 7 (10) “…1920s”

The bill would still need to clear the House and Senate.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. The 61-year-old owner of the Garden Hen was cited for possession of a spotted fawn. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says possession of a spotted fawn, even if its dead, carries a $500 to $750 fine and up to 30 days in jail….

Cut 11 (08)“…strictly regulated”

The Louisiana Department of Health has investigated as well. A spokesperson says inspectors did not find any wild game in coolers or freezers at the Garden Hen in Winnsboro. They warned the owner wild game is not allowed in the business.

A Venezuelan man who was suspected in the 2011 death of his wife, a Brusly teacher, is on his way to Louisiana after being apprehended in Mexico. Nearly seven years ago Oscar Lozada left the states with his daughter shortly after his wife’s disappearance and suspected death. His daughter has been recovered and is staying with a foster family in Baton Rouge. His wife’s body was never found, and He’s being held in Texas while the extradition process plays out.

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. Shroder says s having a significant surplus isn’t a good look for a state that just renewed hundreds of millions in expired sales taxes in the last legislative session.

Cut 13 (08) “this size”

Schroder says if this kind of excess revenue is projected to continue, he would advocate lowering the sales tax rate, but the governor’s office says any estimates before October’s audit completion are premature.

The United Cajun Navy is currently in North Carolina as the area is experiencing massive flooding from Hurricane Florence.  Founder of the group, Todd Terrell, says water rescues are already taking place around the clock.

Cut 3 (07) “…on the roofs.” 

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. 61-year-old Somchanh Chanthapanya was cited for possession of a spotted fawn. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says

cut 9 (10) “…for later”

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. States with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Congressman Garret Graves says says in 2016, the feds gathered 99 percent of all offshore revenues, which is not the case for land-based drilling.

Cut 7 (10) “…1920s”

Louisiana Treasury Secretary John Schroder estimates the state will have an over 300 million dollar budget surplus from last year after revenues out performed expectations. There’s tight, constitutional limits on just how this cash can get spent, which means it can’t be dropped straight into the state general fund for this year, but Treasurer John Schroder says after surveying the options, he’s got a few recommendations.

Cut 14 (10) “…money”

The Edwards administration says any estimates before the the audit is finished in october are premature.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says  the man heard law enforcement were on the case and apparently tried to hide the evidence…

Cut 10 (10) “that time”

LDH says inspectors did not find any wild game in coolers or freezers at the Garden Hen in Winnsboro.

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. States with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Congressman Garret Graves says the additional revenues would pay for flood protection projects.

Cut 6 (10) “…a disaster.”

And the Tigers are on their way to Auburn for a clash of SEC West titans in a game that will feature two of the best defenses in college football. LSU has some huge questions along its offensive line after Miami and Southeastern set up some lawn chairs and had a cookout in the Tigers backfield.

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Volunteers with The United Cajun Navy are currently in North Carolina as the area is experiencing massive flooding from Hurricane Florence.  Founder of the group, Todd Terrell says the crew has already lent a helping hand with well over 100 rescues.

Cut 4 (05) “…not 100% sure.”

Terrell adds those that want to help can make donations via the United Cajun Navy’s Facebook page.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says a Winnsboro man had roadkill in the cooler of his restaurant and then took it home to butcher it. 61-year-old Somchanh Chanthapanya was cited for possession of a spotted fawn. L-D-W-F’s Adam Einck says the investigation started when a Franklin Parish sheriff’s deputy saw the spotted fawn in the cooler at a restaurant called the Garden Hen. He says the man heard law enforcement were on the case and apparently tried to hide the evidence…

Cut 10 (10) “that time”

A bill that would increase the share of offshore energy revenues for Gulf States sailed out of a U-S House committee with little opposition. Currently, states with land-based energy production receive a substantially higher percentage of revenues than states that support offshore drilling. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says it’s been frustrating to see the feds scoop up most of the tax revenue generated by offshore drilling. The congressman says in 2016, the feds gathered 99 percent of all offshore revenues, which just wasn’t the case for land based drilling.

Cut 7 (10) “…1920s”

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