Jason Aldean will perform in New Orleans at Champion’s Square tonight at his first outside concert since the tragic shooting in Las Vegas…:
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Fans of legendary Fats Domino continue to mourn the New Orleans icon’s death. Jazzfest Producer Quint Davis was a friend…:
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A video series has been released by Governor John Bel Edwards to educate the public on the criminal justice reform legislation that goes into effect next Wednesday. 14-hundred non-violent offenders are set to be released. Natalie LaBorde with the department of corrections says the governor’s effort to reduce the state’s largest incarceration rate in the world will reduce costs to taxpayers, and increase public safety..:
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All of the videos feature community leaders who were active in passing the criminal justice reform legislation.

Check those Powerball numbers, the winning ticket for Wednesday’s jackpot worth more than $191 million was sold in Louisiana. According to the Louisiana Lottery, the winning ticket was sold in Eunice in St. Landry Parish. The winning ticket matched five numbers and the Powerball.

The Saints are gearing up to face a defense that has not allowed a touchdown in its last two games. The Chicago Bears won both of those games over Baltimore and Carolina. New Orleans Head Coach Sean Payton says running the ball against the Bears has been difficult…:
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Saints Wide receiver Michael Thomas did not practice Wednesday because of a knee injury. Not sure what that means for Sunday yet, kickoff is at noon.

The Houston Astros won an epic 7-6 Game two over the Dodgers in the World Series last night. Houston dropped the first game in Los Angeles; with their lone run being a homer by former LSU shortstop Alex Bregman. But Wednesday it took 11th innings for The Stros to get the comeback victory; following back-to-back home runs in the 10th; and another in the 11th.

After winning its first three Sun Belt games, ULM will look to avoid a three-game losing streak in conference when they visit Idaho Saturday. Warhawks Coach Matt Viator is impressed with the Vandals top two players on offense running back Aaron Duckworth and quarterback Matt Linehan, who is tough to bring down…:
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The game kicks off at 4pm.

The Pelicans’ Boogie Cousins returns to Sacramento tonight where he starred before the blockbuster trade that ended his 7 year stint with the Kings. TNT is going to air the game which tips off at 9:30pm. It’s the first time Cousins has been back to Sacramento since his final game as a King on February 15th.

The world continues to react to the death of New Orleans music legend Fats Domino. Jazzest producer Quint Davis was a long-time friend of Domino, and says the icon never forgot his roots, which was reflected in his music…
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Domino’s family says he died peacefully. He was 89.

Jason Aldean will perform tonight at Champion’s Square in New Orleans at his first outside concert since the horrific Las Vegas shooting that left 58 people dead and 546 injured. Mid-Day anchor on Baton Rouge’s 100.7 The Tiger, James Gilmore, will be there. He says he’s excited about the show, but expects security to be tight…:
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Gilmore says Aldean has told fans he will not let the incident in Vegas stop him from performing.

Grambling State University President Rick Gallot says they are beefing up security, after a gunman, who remains at large, killed two 23-year-old men from Farmerville. Gallot says he spoke with Governor John Bel Edwards, who offered GSU additional resources for the upcoming homecoming celebrations:
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He says students should feel safe on campus, as they believe this was an isolated incident stemming from an altercation between the shooter and victims.

Governor John Bel Edwards is in Washington, DC to attend a listening session at the White House which aims to address the nation’s opioid crisis. President Donald Trump is slated to deliver a major speech today on fighting the pain killer epidemic.

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Legendary New Orleans singer, songwriter, and pianist Fats Domino passed away today at the age of 89. Domino was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 and was a great influence for many Louisiana performers. Crescent City singer Phillip Manuel remembers the kind nature of “Fats” Domino…

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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival producer Quint Davis was a long-time friend of Domino and says the global star never forgot his roots, which was reflected in his music…

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Domino had 30 top 40 hits including 23 gold singles.  There is no word on any pending funeral arrangements.

A shooting at Grambling State University killed one student and his friend early this morning.  The shooter remains at large.  The victims were killed outside a dorm room just after midnight.  Director of Communications Will Sutton says the campus is operating as normal…

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Another Grambling State student was shot last month in a separate incident.

Tulane University has received a five-year 1.8-million-dollar grant to study a possible link between traumatic stress and alcohol abuse.  Researcher Jeff Tasker says humans with post-traumatic stress disorder are more likely to abuse alcohol than the general population and this project will provide insight into why.

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What was to be a celebration with homecoming at Grambling State University has turned tragic after a student and his friend were shot dead early this morning.   The shooter remains at large. The schools president Richard Gallot released a letter saying he has been in contact with the governor’s office and other law enforcement agencies through the day to help keep the community and campus safe.  A student led prayer vigil will be held at 5 this afternoon.

New Orleans native and legendary performer Fats Domino passed away today at 89…

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A lawsuit has been filed by Lambda Legal on behalf of William “Liam” Pierce after a job offer was allegedly rescinded in 2012 by the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office after a medical exam revealed Pierce was HIV positive.  A lawsuit was recently filed.  Lambda’s Scott Schoettes says legal red tape has held up the case…

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The sheriffs office has not commented on the case.

Tulane University has received a five-year 1.8-million-dollar grant to study a possible link between traumatic stress and alcohol abuse.  Researcher Jeff Tasker says they want to provide insight on what makes a person more likely to drink more after being exposed to a traumatic stress event.

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An HIV positive man who had a job offer rescinded by the Iberia Parish Sherriff’s Office is now suing them for discrimination.  Michelle Southern has more.

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New Orleans native and legendary performer Fats Domino passed away today at 89. Emelie Gunn has more….

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What was to be a celebration with homecoming at Grambling State University has turned tragic after a student and his friend were shot dead early this morning.   The shooter remains at large.  The incident occurred in a courtyard on campus with the victims shot outside of a dorm room just after midnight. Director of Communications Will Sutton says police have identified the victims…

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The shooting occurred just after midnight.  Sutton says they are trying to operate as normal.

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Sutton says their police department and other law enforcement help keep Grambling a safe campus, but cautions that students and others need to be aware of their surroundings at all times.

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A Grambling State student was shot in a separate incident last month.  A student let another person into a dorm and there was an altercation that ended with a student being shot in the left arm.  The perpetrators in both shootings remain at large.

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A lawsuit has been filed by Lambda Legal on behalf of William “Liam” Pierce after a job offer was allegedly rescinded by the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office after a medical exam revealed Pierce was HIV positive. Lambda’s Scott Schoettes (shotis) says Pierce has made public service his life, going so far as relocating to Louisiana following Hurricane Katrina to help in recovery efforts.  Schoettes says his client is trying to understand why this happened…

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The job offer was made and then rescinded in 2012, at which time he filed a charge of discrimination with the ADA and the EEOC.  But the lawsuit was just filed.  Schoettes says legal red tape has held this case up for five years…

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Schoettes says that suit is asking for Pierce to be allowed to work for the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office…

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The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office says they don’t comment on current litigation.

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Legendary New Orleans singer, songwriter, and pianist Fats Domino passed away today at the age of 89. Domino was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 and was a great influence for many Louisiana performers. Crescent City singer Phillip Manuel remembers the kind nature of Antoine “Fats” Domino…

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Manuel says the music community never hesitated to recognize Fats’ genius. He says his influence will live on for years to come.

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Manuel says Fats seemed most comfortable on stage and was always a crowd pleaser.

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Celebrity reactions are pouring in on Twitter, including from fellow Crescent City native and singer, Harry Connick Jr. Connick said Domino held pave the way for New Orleans piano players; and that he’d see him on top of that blueberry hill in the sky. Domino is best known for songs such as Ain’t That a Shame, Walking to New Orleans — and Blueberry Hill..

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Tulane University has received a five-year 1.8-million-dollar grant to study a possible link between traumatic stress and alcohol abuse.  Researcher Jeff Tasker says humans with post-traumatic stress disorder are more likely to abuse alcohol than the general population and this project will provide insight into why.

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Tasker believes there is a certain part of the brain that contributes to why some drink more than others during stressful situations.

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Tasker says endogenous cannabis signaling system in your brain is responsible for assigning emotional responses to various experiences. He says they want to provide insight on what makes a person more likely to drink more after being exposed to a traumatic stress event.

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What was to be a celebration with homecoming at Grambling State University has turned tragic after a student and his friend were shot dead early this morning.   The shooter remains at large.  The incident occurred in a courtyard on campus with the victims shot outside of a dorm room just after midnight. Director of Communications Will Sutton says police have identified the victims…

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Legendary New Orleans singer, songwriter, and pianist Fats Domino passed away today at the age of 89. Domino was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986 and was a great influence for many Louisiana performers. Celebrity reactions are pouring in on Twitter, including from fellow Crescent City native and singer, Harry Connick Jr. Connick said Domino helped pave the way for New Orleans piano players; and that he’d see him on top of that blueberry hill in the sky.

An HIV positive man who had a job offer rescinded by the Iberia Parish Sherriff’s Office is now suing them for discrimination.  Michelle Southern has more.

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Tulane University has received a five-year 1.8-million-dollar grant to study a possible link between traumatic stress and alcohol abuse.  Researcher Jeff Tasker says humans with post-traumatic stress disorder are more likely to abuse alcohol than the general population and this project will provide insight into why.

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Iconic New Orleans musician Fats Domino has died at the age of 89. Celebrity reactions are pouring in on Twitter, including from fellow Crescent City native and singer, Harry Connick Jr. Connick said Domino held pave the way for New Orleans piano players; and that he’d see him on top of that blueberry hill in the sky. Domino is best known for songs such as Blueberry Hill, Ain’t That a Shame and Walking to New Orleans.

Authorities say two people were shot dead on the campus of Grambling State University, and the gunman is at large. GSU spokesman Will Sutton says they believe an altercation took place inside a dorm room, and spilled into a courtyard outside when the shooting took place. He says a suspect or motive is not being released at this time; but they do have leads.:
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He says GSU offices remain open, and classes are on as scheduled.

A lawsuit has been filed by Lambda Legal on behalf of William “Liam” Pierce claiming their client was offered a job by the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office that was later rescinded when they learned Pierce had HIV. Attorney Scott Schoettes (shotis) says that suit is asking for Pierce to get his job back…:
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The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office says they don’t comment on current litigation.

As part of his campaign to educate the public on the Criminal Justice Reforms going into effect November 1st, Governor John Bel Edwards has released three videos featuring community leaders who were active in passing the legislation. Edwards says he wants to highlight the necessity of criminal justice reform in Louisiana, the reduced cost to taxpayers and the increased safety that will result from this reform for communities across the state.

Governor John Bel Edwards has issued a statement on the passing of New Orleans legendary musician Fats Domino. Edwards says our hearts are heavy today, but we will always remember Domino’s love for life and New Orleans through his iconic music. Crescent City singer Phillip Manuel says Domino’s influence will live on for years to come…:
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Domino, who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986, was 89.

Also in big Louisiana news today is the double homicide at Grambling State University. GSU spokesman Will Sutton says the shooter is at large, but this wasn’t terrorism and the campus is still open…:
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The incident apparently stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the shooter and the victims.

The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office is being sued by a man who claims he was offered a job as a deputy there five years ago, but later denied when the department discovered he had HIV. William “Liam” Pierce is just trying to figure out what happened, according to Lambda Legal attorney Scott Schoettes (shotis)…:
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No comment from the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Police in south Bossier said they had to remove an 11-foot alligator from a road near Elm Grove before it could impede traffic. They said the gator had to be euthanized due to its size and dangers associated with trying to capture it alive.

Authorities say two people were shot dead on the campus of Grambling State University, and the gunman is at large. GSU spokesman Will Sutton says they believe an altercation took place inside a dorm room, and spilled into a courtyard outside when the shooting took place. He says a suspect or motive is not being released at this time; but they do have leads.:
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He says GSU offices remain open, and classes are on as scheduled. The victims have been identified by GSU officials as 23-year-old Earl Andrews, a senior student, and his friend, 23-year-old Monquiarious Caldwell, both of Farmerville. The investigation is ongoing.

New Orleans music legend Fats Domino has reportedly passed away at the age of 89. He is best known for songs such as Blueberry Hill, Ain’t That a Shame and Walking to New Orleans.

The Interior Department plans to put nearly 77-million acres in the Gulf of Mexico on sale for energy companies to perform oil and gas development. President of the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association Don Briggs says this would be the largest oil and gas lease sale in U-S history..:
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A lease sale last August drew a lukewarm response from energy producers.

Governor John Bel Edwards will be in Lake Charles today to tour the new VA Outpatient Clinic. Director of the Alexandria VA System Pete Dancy says many services will be available at the new state-of-the-art 24,000 square foot facility…:
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Dancy says now the VA can focus on giving Vets the care they need and deserve.