The attorney for former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy welcomes an investigation by the Attorney General’s Office into State Police’s decision to charge Lacy with negligent homicide. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The race for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Louisiana has just become more crowded. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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The attorney for former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy says the video released by State Police that shows Lacy driving at a high rate of speed and passing multiple vehicles in a no-passing zone moments before two cars collided head-on in Lafourche Parish last December does not change his position that Lacy did NOT cause that fatal crash. Matthew Ory was a guest on “After Further Review,” on ESPN Baton Rouge radio…

Cut 3 (05) “…criminal case.”

Ory says the video shows Lacy was back in his proper lane before the two cars collided on Louisiana Highway 20.

State Police claims Lacy’s reckless driving, which included driving at a high rate of speed in a lane facing oncoming traffic, forced a driver to swerve to their left to avoid Lacy’s Dodge Charger, which resulted in the fatal collision.

But Ory says the Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office’s own investigation determined Lacy was over 70 yards behind the cars involved in the crash, therefore too far away for him to be considered responsible.

Ory told ESPN Baton Rouge radio that the evidence released by State Police didn’t change a thing…

Cut 4 (03) “…didn’t do anything.”

The State Police video report shows two witnesses at the scene of the crash blaming Lacy’s Dodge Charger for causing the fatal crash. Ory said in his interview on ESPN Baton Rouge Radio, there’s still more evidence out there…

Cut 5 (08) “…you tell me.”

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill says the Lafourche District Attorney appropriately was bringing the matter to a grand jury, so that the grand jury could review the facts and decide the appropriate charges to indict on, if any. Murrill says she’s continuing to review the entire file from State Police and will release a more detailed statement at the conclusion of that review. Ory told ESPN Baton Rouge he welcomes the investigation by the A-G’s office on how State Police handled this case…

Cut 6 (09) “ let’s see what they got.”

Lacy’s Dad, Kenny Lacy, was part of the interview on “After Further Review” with Matt Moscona on ESPN Baton Rouge. The grieving father had this message for the public…

Cut 7 (12) “…fatal crash.”

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Senator Bill Cassidy has yet another Republican challenger, and his first female challenger. St. Tammany Parish Councilwoman Kathy Seiden (SIGH-den) has entered the race for the Republican nomination in the 2026 U.S. Senate race. ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says Seiden has a very tall mountain to climb to win the nomination.

Cut 8 (13) “…around very long.”

In her announcement, Seiden says she’s running because Washington has lost touch with the real challenges families face every day; and as a mother of four, she experiences those challenges. Cross says since Seiden is an unknown, she may have entered the race too late to mount any serious challenge.

Cut 9 (11)  “…kinds of things.”

Cross says with a Republican candidate field that includes John Fleming, Blake Miguez and Eric Skrmetta and could still potentially include Julia Letlow and Julie Emerson, Seiden’s strategy has to be to clinch second place in the April primary.

Cut 10 (10) “…in the air.”

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The whole state is going to be in for some gorgeous conditions outside for the next several days. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front is going to come across Louisiana tonight, and that’s going to make it a lot more comfortable to be outside.

Cut 11 (10) “…bit like fall.”

Keim says depending on where you’re at in the state, you might need to break out that windbreaker as you head into work at the end of the week – assuming your company is not on a four-day work week.

Cut 12 (08) “…in the state.”

Keim says the best part is it will be a lot less humid than what we had been dealing with all summer long.

Cut 13 (14)  “…been experiencing recently.”

Now that State Police released a wide-angle video of the crash involving late LSU star Kyren Lacy, how does that change the narrative? Andrew Greenstein got some insight from a legal analyst.

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One Louisiana Congressman is upset over the lack of negotiations as the federal government shutdown enters its eighth day. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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While a Saints superstar was trying to help his team to victory last month, a real fearsome foursome was helping itself to his belongings. Andre Champagne reports.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

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Medicaid provider reimbursements are up in Louisiana. State Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein (green-steen) delivered the news in a press conference yesterday.

Cut 4 (07) “…applicable Medicare rate.”

(Providers are currently being reimbursed 85-percent of the applicable Medicare rate.) Greenstein says this is up significantly from a couple years ago.

Cut 5 (16) “…in the aggregate.”

Greenstein says this is a direct result of the Department of Health and Medicaid improving efficiencies, resulting in savings to the state.

Cut 6 (14) “…for Medicaid themselves.”

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Now that State Police have released new video that showed Kyren Lacy’s role in last December’s fatal crash in Thibodaux, does that change things? Late last week, Lacy’s lawyer suggested that video taken from a different angle exonerated the late LSU star of any wrongdoing. But the new video clearly shows him speeding left of center in a no-passing zone, leading to an oncoming driver to swerve left to avoid hitting him and instead crashing head-on into an SUV, killing that vehicle’s driver. Legal analyst Franz Borghardt says based on the new video, he has no issue with how State Police investigated and charged Lacy.

Cut 7 (10) “…of an arrest.”

Borghardt says even though it’s a moot point since Lacy has since died, proving that he caused the crash beyond a reasonable doubt might have been a tall task for prosecutors.

Cut 8 (14) “…been shared responsibility.”

Borghardt says he disagrees with any notion that Lacy’s civil rights were violated, and he’s the first to call out any police wrongdoing.

Cut 9 (11)  “…the grand jury.”

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It’s day eight of the federal government shutdown, and one Louisiana congressman is frustrated over the lack of negotiations. Measures to fund the government continue to fail in the Senate, and New Orleans Democrat Troy Carter says that’s not a surprise because Republicans and Democrats are not exchanging ideas.

Cut 10 (10) “…the differences are.”

Carter says this kicking our heels into the ground and refusing to talk is irresponsible, reckless and childish.

Cut 11 (13) “…the American people.”

The last government shutdown, which started in 2018 and ended in 2019, lasted 35 days. Carter says it cost the American people 11-billion dollars.

Cut 12 (06) “…to be different?”

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While Cam Jordan was leading the Saints defense against the 49ers in the Superdome last month, a quartet of burglars were helping themselves to his belongings. The longtime Saints star’s Metairie home was broken into during the September 14th game. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joe Lopinto says deputies developed a vehicle of interest – a rental vehicle connected to the Atlanta area.

Cut 13 (12)  “…City of Conyers.”

Lopinto says his department worked with Conyers Police to quickly solve the case. 

Cut 14 (12) “…that next day.”

The two suspects in custody are 28-year-old Donald Robinson of Stockbridge, Georgia, and 19-year-old Jadon (jah-DON) Brown of Conyers. The two other suspects still on the loose are 20-year-old Jahaun Suber and 19-year-old Devell Ortiz, both of Conyers. Lopinto says this is the latest in a string of incidents in which NFL stars’ homes have been burglarized – other recent victims include Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Joe Burrow.

Cut 15 (05) “…a home game.”

Lopinto says it’s unclear whether the fact that the suspects were from the Atlanta area had anything to do with them targeting a star player from the Saints. Still, he says he hopes Jordan takes his anger out on the Falcons when the two teams face each other this season.

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South Carolina football has had a disappointing 3-and-2 start to the season. The Gamecocks have the number-91 scoring offense, averaging just 24.8 points per game. Head coach Shane Beamer says his struggling offense needs to do a better job this weekend, especially with the run game.

Cut 16 (17) “…what we have (2x).”

LSU junior linebacker Harold Perkins had three tackles and a fumble recovery in last season’s game against South Carolina. Beamer says that Perkins poses several challenges for the Gamecocks’ offense.

Cut 17 (19)  “…in the backfield.”

South Carolina starts a gauntlet of facing five straight top-ten teams with LSU this Saturday. Beamer is excited to play in Baton Rouge and says his team is doing all they can to simulate playing in one of the toughest environments in the country.

Cut 18 (18) “…in those environments.”

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UL-Lafayette football has had two of its three losses come on the road this season. As the Cajuns get ready to play James Madison in Virginia on Saturday, head coach Michael Desormeaux (DEZ-er-moe) says his team has the opportunity to make up for its early struggles on the road.

Cut 19 (17) “…product on tape.”

UL-Lafayette sophomore quarterback Lunch Winfield led his team to an impressive 54-51 overtime two weeks ago after coming off the bench and accounting for five touchdowns. Winfield is still dealing with an injury he suffered against Marshall, and Desormeaux says that the young QB is trending up, but he says the Cajuns must have a plan for both quarterbacks.

Cut 20 (16) “…plans for both.”

Another company announces plans to invest in Lafayette. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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An attorney for former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy says video evidence disputes a State Police’s report that he caused a fatal crash in Lafourche Parish last December. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (40) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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Saints fans at yesterday’s game at the Superdome were ecstatic to see their team pull off their first win of the 2025 season – a 26-14 come-from-behind win over the New York Giants.

Cut 3 (14) “…a good win.”

Not only is it the Saints’ first win of the season, and not only is it Kellen Moore’s first win as an NFL head coach – but it’s also Spencer Rattler’s first win as an NFL starting quarterback in 11 tries. Fans were thrilled for the former South Carolina Gamecock.

Cut 4 (09) “…get a win.”

When the Saints took a 16-14 lead as time ran out in the first half, that was their first lead all season long. The Saints will try to make it two in a row this Sunday at the Superdome against New England.

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Another company announces an investment in Lafayette. Baton Rouge-based electrical contractor MMR announces that it’s expanding its footprint in Louisiana by investing in a new assembly plant in Lafayette. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois says it’s a huge win for both Lafayette and the state.

Cut 5 (13) “…an industrial contractor.”

That will create 200 direct new jobs with an average annual salary of 85-thousand dollars a year, along with more than 300 indirect new jobs. This comes on the heels of Friday’s announcement of Houston-based drone manufacturer DMR moving into a facility in Lafayette that it’s currently renovating. Bourgeois says the drones DMR will be building will have several applications which are germane to Louisiana.

Cut 6 (11) “…economy is future-proofing.”

Bourgeois says the announcements by MMR and DMR are the latest examples of how Louisiana is becoming a technology hub for the country.

Cut 7 (12) “…kind of manufacturing.”

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The attorney for former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy says video evidence and other data collected show he was not responsible for a fatal crash that occurred last December in Thibodaux. State Police charged Lacy with negligent homicide, and other charges. But Matthew Ory says based on body camera footage and a report from the Lafourche Parish District Attorney, Lacy’s vehicle was far behind the fatal head-on collision…

Cut 8 (10) “..every painted.”

Ory made those comments on HTV 10 News on Friday. State Police released a statement that stands by their investigation, which alleges Lacy was swerving, passing cars and his reckless operation caused the series of crash events.

When Lacy was arrested in January, L-S-P issued a statement that says Lacy’s Dodge Charger illegally passed multiple vehicles, which caused a Kia Cadenza to swerve to avoid the Charger, which then crashed head on-with a Kia Sorrento. A passenger in the Sorrento, 78-year-old Herman Hall, died from his injuries.

Ory also provided evidence during the extensive HTV 10 News interview that driver number two, was eating Funyuns and tailgating before colliding with the other vehicle and was supposed to be cited…

Cut 9 (12)  “…taken away”

State Police also says Lacy drove around the crash scene and fled south on LA Hwy 20 without stopping to render aid, call emergency services, or report his involvement in the crash.

Ory made it clear during the HTV 10 interview the evidence he provided was collected by the Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office and the last statement of their report, contradicts what State Police has said…

Cut 10 (11) “…72 yards in front of him.”

Lacy took his life on April 12^th in Houston, two days before a grand jury was set to hear the evidence against him.

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LSU coach Brian Kelly says quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is a go for Saturday’s game against South Carolina. Kelly says Nussmeier used the bye week to get more mental reps without having to put any pressure on his ab.

Cut 11 (14) “…the throwing.”

Brian Kelly has commented on the new evidence that was released over the weekend that shows former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy may not be at fault for a head-on fatal crash that occurred last December.

Cut 12 (12) “…loved after.”

A new report shows strong wage outcomes for men earning associate degrees and short-term credentials. Colleen Crain has the story.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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President Trump is likely to approve Governor Landry’s request to send National Guard troops to New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A drone manufacturing company is shifting production to Louisiana. Jeanne (“zhahn”) Burns reports.

Cut 3 (38) “…I’m Jeanne Burns.”

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A new report from the Blanco Public Policy Center at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette shows there’s been a significant growth in the number of certificate completers since 2010. Barry Erwin, the chief policy officer of Leaders for a Better Louisiana, says this is a positive development.

Cut 4 (10) “…to the workforce.”

The 150-page report shows a two-year credential has helped lower the percentage of workers between 25 and 34 who have a high school degree or less. In 1980, that percentage was 54-percent; it’s now down to 29-percent. And a credential worker can make a good living.

Erwin says the report shows men who earned an associate degree, which may take two to three years to complete, earn higher wages in many cases than men with a bachelor’s degree, which typically takes four-years to receive.

Cut 5 (12) “…terms of wages.”

Erwin says a major focus is to raise the state’s educational attainment rate. The Board of Regents says it’s close to 53-percent, and the goal is 60-percent. Erwin says some disparities also must be closed.

Cut 6 (09) “…men and women.”

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President Trump is likely to approve Governor Landry’s request to send the National Guard to New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport to assist law enforcement in those three cities in fighting crime. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says since neither the city nor the police department has any say in whether the National Guard shows up, she wants to work with the Guard so that things are orderly.

Cut 7 (09) “…our National Guard.”

Kirkpatrick says she understands both sides of the political debate over the issue, and that she wants the National Guard to work in cooperation with NOPD.

Cut 8 (13) “…the needs are.”

In Baton Rouge, Republican Mayor-President Sid Edwards says he’s fully on board with sending the National Guard to the city, saying he ran for the office on a platform of cracking down on crime.

Cut 9 (07)  “…it a chance.”

Edwards says there are a lot of misconceptions about the National Guard’s role in law enforcement, saying the Guard is not trying to take over cities.

Cut 10 (14) “…be the gestapo.”

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Lafayette will soon be the manufacturing home for a commercial drone manufacturing company. Houston-based DMR Technologies is renovating a facility in the city that it will use to manufacture its flagship unmanned aerial system. Mandi Mitchell, the president and CEO of the Lafayette Economic Development Authority, says the site will be the company’s primary domestic hub.

Cut 11 (11) “…Field Ranger X50.”

Mitchell says the company’s economic impact will go far beyond the 500 direct jobs that it expects to create over the next ten years.

Cut 12 (10) “…vendors and suppliers.”

Mitchell says the direct jobs that the company will create will pay well above the parish’s average salary.

Cut 13 (07)  “…very good wage.”

The company says by shifting production to Louisiana, it will better serve U.S. customers through shorter lead times, enhanced regulatory compliance and strengthened domestic supply chain capabilities. It hopes to have the renovated facility up and running by the middle of next year.

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The Saints picked up their first victory on Sunday, defeating the Giants 26-14. It was also the first for Kellen Moore as a head coach. Moore says after New Orleans came up short in their first four games, it was nice to break through and get in the win column.

Cut 14 (15) “…the future.”

New Orleans second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler earned his first win as a starter in the NFL after starting his career 0-10. Rattler threw for 212 yards with a touchdown and rushed for 22 yards in the 26-14 win on Sunday.. Rattler says that he isn’t worried about the past and is focused on improving each week to help his team.

Cut 15 (12) “…every week.”

New Orleans’ defense forced three fumbles and intercepted two passes against the New York Giants in their 26-14 win on Sunday. Saints cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry intercepted quarterback Jaxson Dart twice and says the unit takes a lot of pride in taking the ball from opposing offenses.

Cut 16 (14) “…the game.”

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Disappointing start to Southland play for Northwestern State as the Demons lose on homecoming night to previously winless East Texas A&M 40 to 10. Second-year head coach Blaine McCorkle did not see his team being on the wrong side of a blowout…

Cut 17 (16)  “…work to do.”

The Demons fall to 1-and-4 and they will be at Houston Christian on Saturday.

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The Northwestern Wildcats took it to the ULM Warhawks, defeating Coach Bryant Vincent’s team 42-7. Vincent says their lack of success on third down was the biggest factor in the loss…

Cut 18 (19) “…that simple.”

ULM is at Coastal Carolina on Saturday.

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Southeastern Louisiana smoked McNeese 38 to 0 in Lake Charles on Saturday. Coach Frank Scelfo’s team has won 10 of its 11 games played against FCS teams…

Cut 19 (19) “…been outstanding.”

The Cowboys have lost five in a row heading into a bye week. Coach Matt Viator was shocked with Saturday’s result…

Cut 20 (12) “…your level.”

Congress’s failure to pass a funding bill to keep the federal government operating also means the National Flood Insurance Program is no longer active. Don Molino has the story…

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Don Molino.”

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One economist says Louisiana will soon reach a jobs milestone. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Congress’s inability to approve a government funding bill has resulted in the expiration of the National Flood Insurance Program. Louisiana Commissioner Tim Temple says this means the N-F-I-P cannot issue new or renew existing flood insurance policies…

Cut 3 (10) “…of people.”

NFIP policies currently in effect will continue until the end of the current one-year policy term. Temple says the NFIP can still pay claims, but that will stop once available funds run out…

Cut 4 (10) “…hurricane season.”

The government shutdown and the failure of Congress to reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program also impacts real estate transactions. Temple says properties in the Special Flood Hazard Area are required to have flood insurance….

Cut 5 (08) “…to be closed.”

Temple says private flood insurance is available and home buyers can contact a property insurance agent for assistance in helping to find private flood insurance.

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One economist is predicting that Louisiana is going to achieve a significant employment milestone within the next two years. Dr. Loren Scott says Louisiana is expected to add almost 75-thousand jobs over the next two years, pushing the state past the elusive two-million jobs threshold.

Cut 6 (11) “…employment in Louisiana.”

Dr. Scott says the record employment is being driven in large part by the industrial construction boom throughout the state. He says in Shreveport, one thing to watch for is whether a long-rumored project will come to fruition.

Cut 7 (10) “…sign non-disclosure agreements.”

Scott says further east, Monroe is already starting to feel the effects of the Meta data center being put up in Richland Parish.

Cut 8 (09) “…next few years.”

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We’re looking at higher rain chances this weekend, but mainly for southeast Louisiana as tropical moisture could bring much needed rainfall to that part of the state. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the whole state could really use some rain…

Cut 9 (12)  “…part of the state.”

Keim says the National Hurricane Center has identified an area of low pressure near the Bahamas that has a low potential of developing into a tropical depression. Keim says this tropical disturbance is helping to bump up the rain chances for southeast Louisiana…

Cut 10 (12) “…anybody’s guess.”

Keim says rain chances will increase on Sunday…

Cut 11 (09) “…part of Wednesday.”

Governor Landry says the national guard is needed to help local enforcement combat a rise in crime. But is violent crime really on the rise? Jeff Palermo has more.

Cut 1 (28) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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Scary moments outside a Montessori school in Alexandria as a deputy shoots towards a driver trying to run him over. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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LSU’s offense has struggled to be effective through the first five games of the season, and it could get worse before it gets any better. Andre Champagne has the story.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

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Two men are arrested in connection with a shooting on Bourbon Street over the weekend that killed a Chicago woman in town celebrating her birthday. Chief Deputy Superintendent Hans Ganthier announced the arrests during a news conference yesterday afternoon.

Cut 4 (14) “…he returned fire.”

20-year-old Mekhi Jarius Andry, the initial shooter, was arrested in Metairie, while Dontrell Bradley, who returned fire after being injured, was arrested on scene. 33-year-old Jessica Williams was near them; she was hit by the gunfire and was killed. Williams’ mother and stepfather were at the news conference, and Ganthier expressed his sorrow to them.

Cut 5 (10) “…this tragic incident.”

Ganthier has a stern message for anyone looking to wreak havoc in New Orleans and put the lives of residents or tourists in danger.

Cut 6 (11) “…you to justice.”

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Governor Landry says one-thousand Louisiana National Guard troops need to be deployed to urban centers throughout the state because of elevated crime rates in Shreveport, Baton Rouge and New Orleans. But crime data analyst Jeff Asher says crime rates are actually declining.

Cut 7 (12) “…very civil matter.”

In 2022, New Orleans had the nation’s highest murder rate, but the number of homicides this year in the Crescent City are the lowest they’ve been since 1970, and other violent crimes are also down.

Cut 8 (12) “…peak in 2023.”

Asher says murders are also down in Baton Rouge and Shreveport.

Cut 9 (08)  “…murder through June.”

If the governor’s request for the federal government to pay for the deployment of Louisiana National Guard troops is approved, they would assist local law enforcement in public safety until July 1^st.

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Some scary moments outside a Montessori school in Alexandria. A Rapides Parish deputy opened fire at a vehicle that sped towards him in the parking lot of Peabody Montessori School yesterday. Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office  spokesperson Tommy Carnline says security was already beefed up at all schools throughout the parish amid all the online threats, when the deputy noticed the driver speeding into the parking lot shortly after nine A-M…

Cut 10 (13) “…what’s happening?”

Carnline says that’s when the driver attempted to run the deputy over.

Cut 11 (11) “…at my deputy.”

The deputy hit the ground and opened fire. The deputy was slightly shaken up due to having to fall to the ground to avoid being hit; otherwise, there were no injuries. The school and other nearby schools were placed on lockdown. The driver was arrested later in the day. Carnline says amid the threats and many other incidents across the country, everyone is on edge these days.

Cut 12 (07) “…vehicle was doing.”

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No progress on Capitol Hill yesterday; thus, the federal government is shut down. Democratic Congressman Troy Carter, who represents New Orleans, says what’s different about this one is that unlike shutdowns in the past, where federal employees were furloughed, employees this time around will lose their jobs altogether with no guarantee of being rehired when government reopens.

Cut 13 (12)  “…get reimbursed later.”

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says even if you’re not a federal worker, you could experience some major inconveniences thanks to the shutdown.

Cut 14 (14) “…to be locked.”

One of the biggest sticking points relates to the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of the year. Democrats want Republicans to commit to extending them now, while Republicans want to save that discussion for a later date. Carter says he’s not willing to risk those subsidies for millions of Americans.

Cut 15 (12) “…shut it down.”

Cassidy, on the other hand, says Democrats are proposing spending cuts of their own which he says are untenable.

Cut 16 (10) “…reimagine their future.”

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The LSU offense has been a major issue through the first five games of the season. The Tigers only put up 254 yards of total offense against Ole Miss. Former LSU quarterback Rohan Davey says that no one on the offensive side of the ball is on the same page, which is making it difficult to be effective.

Cut 17 (21)  “…there’s no cohesiveness.”

It’s evident that LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has not played up to his potential the past couple of weeks of the season. Head coach Brian Kelly said that Nussmeier is healthy, but Davey thinks that something is wrong with the starting quarterback after seeing multiple uncharacteristic underthrows this season.

Cut 18 (09) “…release that football.”

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Nicholls football dropped to 1 and 4 on the season after a disappointing 27-7 loss to Eastern Kentucky. The Colonels scored on the third play of the game but were not able to score for the rest of the game. Head coach Tommy Rybacki says his team has to do a better job of executing.

Cut 19 (14) “…are doing that.”

Despite dropping four non-conference games, Nicholls will get the opportunity to stay undefeated in conference play as they travel to Beaumont to face Lamar on Saturday. Rybacki says he is making sure his team knows everything they want to accomplish is still in front of them.

Cut 20 (21) “…to address those.”

Governor Jeff Landry has asked the federal government to fund the deployment of one thousand Louisiana National Guard soldiers to help law enforcement fight crime. Jeanne Burns has the story…

Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Jeanne Burns.”

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A state representative from Rapides Parish says laws need to be beefed up amid a series of social media threats against high schools. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Governor Jeff Landry has made a formal request to the Pentagon for the federal government to pay for the deployment of one thousand Louisiana National Guard Troops, who will assist local law enforcement in fighting crime. Landry, who appeared on Fox News last night, says when he took office last year, there was a decline in violent crime in New Orleans, but recently they’ve seen an uptick…

Cut 3 (08) “…right now.”

The Trump administration has already authorized the deployment of the National Guard to Washington D.C. in an effort to reduce crime and enforce immigration laws. More recently, the Guard has been deployed to Memphis, Tennessee, and now Portland, Oregon. Landry expects the President will approve Louisiana’s request…

Cut 4 (05) “…happy to come.”

Landry says the state is also seeing elevated crime rates in Shreveport and Baton Rouge, coupled with manpower shortages within local law enforcement. He says the Guard can supplement law enforcement presence in high-crime areas…

Cut 5 (04) “…our streets.”

(All sound courtesy of Fox News)

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A series of threats against high schools in Rapides Parish has those schools on edge. Over the course of the last several days, threats have been posted onto social media against no fewer than four high schools, forcing the cancellation of one school’s entire homecoming weekend. So far, five juveniles have been arrested, but Pineville Representative Mike Johnson says current laws are way too lenient.

Cut 6 (09) “…the school properties.”

Johnson says this is something that the legislature needs to address in the next session.

Cut 7 (13) “…the young people.”

Johnson says it’s not just the juvenile perpetrators who need to be held accountable for these threats.

Cut 8 (15) “…in some situations.”

The investigation into the threats remains ongoing, and more arrests may be forthcoming.

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The U-S Department of Education is sending Louisiana 13-point-five million dollars to support charter schools. This allocation is on top of the 55 million dollars the state received in 2023 to increase the number of charter schools. Assistant Superintendent in the Office of the School Choice, Germaine Gilson, on how this round of money can be used…

Cut 9 (09)  “…really important.”

The money will be divided up among numerous charter schools who will have to submit applications to the department of education. Gilson says charter schools are an important piece in the state’s effort to expand school choice options, and the state wants them to succeed…

Cut 10 (12) “…students forward.”

Gilson says charter schools expand education choice by providing more schooling options for students, particularly those that reside in failing districts…

Cut 11 (11) “…child.”

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A federal government shutdown could be just hours away. If Republicans and Democrats cannot agree on how to keep the government funded by midnight Eastern time, 11 p-m Central time, the government will shut down – and at this point, the two parties are galaxies apart. Senator Bill Cassidy says Democrats are looking to add one-trillion dollars to the national debt by spending money on things that Republicans will never go along with.

Cut 12 (11) “…access to Medicaid.”

Democratic Congressman Troy Carter, on the other hand, says Republicans are determined to enact policies that take away Americans’ basic rights and freedoms.

Cut 13 (11)  “…freedom of speech.”

Cassidy says the House speaker is offering an extension to continue the negotiations.

Cut 14 (11) “…of the year.”

Carter says Republicans are governing through deception, and that’s not the way to govern.

Cut 15 (09) “…the American people.”

A woman is shot dead on Bourbon Street over the weekend. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Due to what they say were credible threats, officials in Alexandria cancel Peabody Magnet High School’s homecoming weekend. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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Many LSU fans are down on their football team following Saturday’s 24-19 loss to Ole Miss. It’s the Tigers first loss of the season and the offense does not look good. Linebacker Whit Weeks has not lost faith…

Cut 3 (10) “…us yet.”

The Tigers are off this Saturday and will host South Carolina on October 11th.

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The Saints are 0-4 for the first time since 2012 after losing to Buffalo 31-19. Just like two of their previous losses, New Orleans was in the game in the fourth quarter, but didn’t make enough plays to win. Spencer Rattler is now 0-and-10 as a starting quarterback in the NFL

Cut 4 (10) “…keep progressing.”

The Saints will host the Giants this weekend. New York receiver and former LSU star Malik Nabers is out for the season with a torn ACL.

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The most exciting game of the weekend was in Lafayette as the Ragin Cajuns rallied back from a 17-point third quarter deficit and defeated Marshall 54-51 in double overtime. Backup quarterback Lunch Whitfield came off the bench and accounted for five touchdowns…

Cut 5 (12) “…just us.”

The Cajuns are off this Saturday and will visit James Madison on October 11th.

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She was in the wrong place at the wrong time – a woman visiting New Orleans from Chicago celebrating her 33rd birthday is shot dead on Bourbon Street early Sunday morning. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says a fight broke out near Canal Street, and it culminated in gunfire.

Cut 6 (07) “…and witness statements.”

Kirkpatrick says three others were injured in the shooting, including the woman’s sister.

Cut 7 (07) “…a fabulous city.”

Kirkpatrick is urging people who visit the French Quarter to leave their guns at home.

Cut 8 (10) “…high-risk situation.”

Police have released surveillance video of the four people involved in the fight, including the suspected shooter.

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Governor Landry wants the EPA to pick up the pace in cleaning up the Tangipahoa River following last month’s explosion at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland. In a video posted to social media, Landry said he watched a video of what the river looks like more than 30 days after the explosion, and he was disgusted at the sight of all the oil in the water.

Cut 9 (08)  “…going fast enough.”

Landry said immediately after watching the video, he got several people on the phone.

Cut 10 (13) “…of that site.”

Landry said his commitment is to the people of Tangipahoa Parish, especially those who live near the site of the explosion and the river.

Cut 11 (10) “…before the fire.”

The EPA says it’s already cleaned up almost seven million gallons of waste from the river and adjacent ponds and four million gallons have been shipped for disposal. The EPA says its working around the clock and they released video that shows crews deploying booms and barriers to contain and remove the oil from the waterways. The EPA says underflow dams have also been constructed to prevent further discharge of oily materials. 

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What was supposed to be a festive weekend in Alexandria turned into a weekend of frustration and anger. All events during homecoming weekend at Peabody Magnet High School were cancelled because of what officials say was a credible security threat. Community activist Tony Brown is furious.

Cut 12 (09) “…happy about it.”

Brown says people came from as far away from California and Canada for the celebration, just to have the celebration taken away. In fact, Brown says people had been lined up along the parade route for hours before word came down that the parade had been cancelled.

Cut 13 (11)  “…that got cancelled.”

In addition, Peabody Magnet’s homecoming game against Franklin was also cancelled. Brown says it’s a huge loss for the entire community.

Cut 14 (12) “…making this happen.”

The football game will not be made up.

Early voting in the New Orleans mayoral election begins Saturday. Andrew Greenstein reports it could be a runaway.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A Tangipahoa Parish man has been sentenced to two consecutive life sentences for killing a Loranger mother and her daughter in June of 2024. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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Early voting starts Saturday in the New Orleans mayoral election. UNO Political Science Professor Ed Chervenak says Helena Moreno has such a big lead in the polls that the other two major candidates in the race, Royce Duplessis and Oliver Thomas, are just hoping to get the race to a runoff.

Cut 3 (09) “…percent plus one.”

Chervenak says while Moreno, who’s currently the president of the New Orleans City Council, is resonating with voters, Duplessis and Thomas are having a much more difficult time doing so.

Cut 4 (14) “…to the past.”

Chervenak says with Duplessis and Thomas trailing in the polls by a wide margin, they’re pulling out all the stops in portraying Moreno in a negative light.

Cut 5 (10) “…the city council.”

Early voting ends October 4th, and the election is October 11th. If no one reaches the 50-percent-plus-one threshold, a runoff between the top two votegetters will be held November 15th.

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An Amite man pleaded guilty to first-degree murder charges in the death of a 35-year-old woman and her four-year-old daughter. Prosecutors say Daniel Callihan stabbed to death Callie Brunett 50-times in Loranger in June of 2024 and took her girls to Hinds County, Mississippi. That’s where four-year-old Erin Brunett was found dead. District Attorney Scott Perrilloux says Callihan will serve two life sentences with no possibility of parole…

Cut 6 (06) “…important to us.”

By pleading guilty, Callihan avoids the possibility of a death sentence. Perrilloux says capital punishment cases are difficult to prosecute, so avoiding a trial and getting a guilty plea is a positive result.

Cut 7 (09) “…great benefit.”

Callihan also kidnapped Brunett’s six-year-old daughter and he intended to keep her as a sex slave. After he was apprehended in Mississippi, Callihan told reporters as he was being walked by Jackson, Mississippi police that he killed Brunett and her daughter and blamed it on being on Lexapro.

Callihan’s attorney, Kerry Cuccia, says his client is a different person than he was 15 months ago…

Cut 8 (13) “…the time.”

Callihan is also expected to plead guilty on Monday to state charges in Mississippi. He will also be sentenced in November to federal crimes he pleaded guilty to last month.

The Brunett family issued a statement, wishing him “nightmares every night for the rest of his life.”

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If you have a “baby on board,” take a few minutes to check on the installation of your child safety seat. Saturday is National Seat Check Saturday, and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is setting up nine free safety seat inspection stations around the state from nine to noon. Bridget Gardner, the state director for the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force, says the vast majority of parents fail to properly install child safety seats.

Cut 9 (10)  “…don’t get it right.”

Gardner says an improperly installed seat or an improperly buckled child is as dangerous as a lack of a child safety seat altogether.

Cut 10 (14) “…room for injury.”

There are many different types of child safety seats based on the child’s height and weight; and Gardner says if you show up to one of these stations and you’re found to have an improper seat, you might be able to obtain a proper one right then and there.

Cut 11 (13) “…have any extras.”

If they don’t have any extras, they can point you in the right direction on what specifically to buy.

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In tomorrow’s SEC showdown between 4th ranked LSU and 13th ranked Ole Miss, the Tigers could have success running the football. The Rebels have the 120^th rush defense in the nation, allowing 190 yards on the ground a game. ESPN analyst and former LSU defensive tackle Booger McFarland says the Tigers must be able to run the ball efficiently in order to open up other parts of the offense.

Cut 12 (09) “…130 yards.”

LSU’s defense will be tested against Ole Miss on Saturday. Last time the Tigers played Ole Miss in Oxford, LSU’s defense surrendered a program worst 707 yards of offense. McFarland says he has a lot more confidence in this 2025 squad.

Cut 13 (13)  “…the field.”

LSU’s offense looked much more comfortable last week against Southeastern Louisiana, scoring eight total touchdowns. Tigers head coach Brian Kelly says look for the Tigers to play with some tempo.

Cut 14 (13) “…the offense.”

State Representative Mike Bayham says he had the honor of a lifetime as he had the opportunity to shake hands and speak with Pope Leo the 14^th. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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While there’s progress being made, truancy continues to be a problem in Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Republican State Representative Mike Bayham from Saint Bernard Parish had the thrill of a lifetime as he met Pope Leo the 14th at the Vatican. Bayham says he gave the first American-born pontiff a copy of a state resolution congratulating him on becoming the head of the Catholic church…

Cut 3 (08) “…he appreciated it.”

Leo the 14’s grandparents on his mother’s side got married and lived in the New Orleans 7^th Ward before moving to Chicago. Bayham also gifted Pope Leo a glass oyster shell, a symbol of St Bernard’s rich commercial fishing heritage…

Cut 4 (09) “…this is unique.”

Bayham says he asked the Holy Father to keep St. Bernard Parish in his prayers and prayers for his mother Kathy Gomez and a woman who works at the State Capitol who is undergoing experimental treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.

Bayham went to Holy Cross High School in New Orleans and says when you have one on one time with the pope you need to make the most of the opportunity..

Cut 5 (07) “…first American pope.”

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After months of delays, construction at the new Buc-ee’s in Ruston is finally underway. Equipment moved in last Friday, and construction workers started turning dirt on Monday. Mayor Ronny Walker says the delays will prevent the massive road trip staple from opening in 2026.

Cut 6 (08) “…fine with us.”

Mayor Walker says when the new Buc-ee’s does open, it will create hundreds of jobs, and they’re all good-paying jobs.

Cut 7 (05) “…more than that.”

Walker says the quality of the jobs go far beyond the 18 to 20 dollar an hour starting wage.

Cut 8 (07) “…in North Louisiana.”

Construction is also underway at the Buc-ee’s in Lafayette; so even though Mayor Walker doesn’t view this as a race, there could be a friendly competition as to which one will open first.

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While the state is making progress on truancy, it still has quite a ways to go. The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana says statewide, the truancy rate – that is, five or more unexcused absences in a semester – is more than 40 percent. PAR President Steven Procopio says the truancy rate varies by parish, and it varies greatly within each region and demographic.

Cut 9 (08)  “…an immediate connection.”

Procopio says the Louisiana Department of Education and BESE are working on a strategy to boost student attendance, whether it be enforcement, encouragement or both.

Cut 10 (11) “…a little bit.”

Procopio says it’s a challenge to determine where Louisiana ranks nationally, since each state defines truancy differently. However, when applying the national definition of chronic absenteeism – absent for more than ten-percent of all class time, whether excused or unexcused – Louisiana doesn’t do too badly.

Cut 11 (06) “…about 22.5-percent.”