Former Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Jack Montoucet has pleaded guilty to one felony count for his role in a kickback scheme. Montoucet faces a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a 250-thousand dollar fine. Prosecutors say Montoucet agreed to receive financial payments for making sure a company received a statewide contract to provide online courses for sportsmen to resolve LDWF citations.

The Will Wade era, part two, is underway as it took just one press conference from “The General” to get the LSU fan base excited about men’s basketball again. Wade brought the energy during his re-introduction presser inside the Maravich Center…

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Tiger Rag is reporting Wade is looking at hiring former LSU coach and player Johnny Jones as an assistant.

The bill to eliminate the need for owners of personal vehicles to get an inspection sticker has received approval from House Transportation. Instead of an inspection sticker, passenger vehicles would have a sticker with a QR code that would have the vehicle’s VIN number. Stonewall Representative Larry Bagley says the annual cost for the VIN sticker is six-dollars, which is cheaper and not as time consuming as having to get an inspection sticker…

Cut 8 (07) “…little cheaper”

The measure, which has the support of Governor Landry, heads to the House floor for more discussion.

A bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded has passed out of committee. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says some influencers wearing smart glasses approach women and record them without their knowledge, then post the footage online without their knowledge or consent. She says if her bill becomes law, those who violate it would face criminal charges and civil penalties.

Cut 15 (07) “…a civil action.”

The House Transportation Committee approves legislation that would end the requirement to get an inspection sticker. Stonewall Representative Larry Bagley says instead, vehicle owners would have a QR code sticker placed on their windshield that would provide law enforcement with the VIN.

Cut 6 (10) “…instead of 10.”

That bill advances to the full House, as does a bill requiring both people in an in-person conversation to know if they’re being recorded. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says it’s intended to protect those who do not expect to be recorded while in public, so there are exceptions for those who have no reasonable expectation of privacy, such as elected officials or law enforcement officers.

Cut 14 (11) “…and law enforcement.”

Entergy Louisiana will build an additional seven new natural-gas fueled power plants to supply the energy needed for Meta’s massive data center it’s building in Richland Parish. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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And now, we’re getting reaction from the Alliance for Affordable Energy on this latest development. The alliance says it’s an unprecedented ask and that it’s having trouble verifying claims about billions of dollars in benefits. It goes on to say there are decades of expenses tied into these gas plants.

Lafayette Representative Josh Carlson withdrew his legislation to move Louisiana to a centralized sales tax system. He brought the bill because he says it’s difficult for small business owners to deal with multiple tax collectors. Monroe Representative Michael Echols told Carlson that when he brings his bill back up for another vote, there needs to be a mechanism in the legislation to make sure local governments do not lose out on revenue in a state operated system.

Cut 6 (08) “…from these collections.”

Insurance brokers are urging homeowners to consider a fortified roof. Beth Swanson, an analyst with insurance comparison website The Zebra, says beginning July 1st, insurers will be required to give discounts for homes with fortified roofs; and depending on where you live and the level of fortification, those discounts can be substantial and if your roof doesn’t rise to the level of basic fortification, you may still get a discount on your homeowners insurance.

Cut 8 (09) “…policy for that.”

Entergy Louisiana has reached an agreement with Meta to build seven new natural gas-powered plants, plus new transmission lines and nuclear power updates. There are concerns that the large amount of power Meta’s data center coming to Richland Parish will need will raise rates for utility customers. Entergy President Phillip May says that won’t be the case, and the technology giant is taking steps to make sure low income individuals can pay their bills.

Cut 11 (14) “…provide them assistance.”

Saints head coach Kellen Moore spoke to the media at the 2026 NFL owners meeting yesterday, addressing Alvin Kamara’s future for the first time since New Orleans signed Travis Etienne (AY-chan). Moore says he expects Kamara to remain in the running back room in 2026 and believes the entire group of backs can complement each other well.

Cut 16 (10) “…develop this team.”

Insurance brokers are encouraging homeowners to consider a fortified roof. Beth Swanson, an analyst with insurance comparison website The Zebra, says insurance companies offer substantial discounts for homes with the roofs and they cover their replacement.

Cut 9 (11)  “…to fortified standards.”

Meta has agrees to build seven new natural gas-powered plants, plus new transmission lines and nuclear power updates, so that there’s enough electricity to power the A-I data center coming to Richland Parish. Entergy President Phillip May says Meta is also investing 140-million dollars for energy efficiency initiatives for vulnerable customers and providing support for additional solar power plants.

Cut 12 (10) “…of this contract.”

The Public Service Commission still has to approve this plan for new gas and solar plants.

New LSU coach Will Wade has already brought excitement back to the men’s basketball program. Andre Champagne has more on what Wade had to say at an entertaining introductory press conference.

Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

A bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded has passed out of committee. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says some influencers wearing smart glasses approach women and record them without their knowledge, then post the footage online without their knowledge or consent. She says if her bill becomes law, those who violate it would face criminal charges and substantial civil penalties.

Cut 15 (07) “…a civil action.”

An effort to move Louisiana to a centralized sales tax system is dead for the session. Lafayette Representative Josh Carlson withdrew the bill because of opposition from local governments who are concerned that a centralized sales tax system operated by the state would result in fewer tax dollars for local services. Carlson argues they are already missing out on tax revenue, especially from small out-of-state online retailers.

Cut 5 (09) “…of the complexity.”

The House Civil Law Committee advances a bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says the bill is intended to protect those who don’t expect it to be recorded while in public.

Cut 14 (11) “…and law enforcement.”

There are also exceptions for public meetings, emergencies, or situations where footage could capture evidence of a crime.

With hurricane season two months away, insurance companies are urging people to consider a fortified roof. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Entergy Louisiana has reached an agreement with Meta to build seven new natural gas-powered plants, plus new transmission lines and nuclear power updates, so there’s enough electricity to power the A-I data center coming to Richland Parish. Entergy President Phillip May says the agreement will help keep electricity rates affordable.

Cut 10 (12) “…top of that.”

An effort to move Louisiana to a centralized sales tax system is dead for the session. Lafayette Representative Josh Carlson brought his legislation up for discussion in the House Ways and Means Committee and made the argument that it is difficult for small business owners, to deal with multiple tax collectors.

Cut 4 (09) “…it more efficiently.”

The House Civil Law Committee advances a bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says there’s been a growing trend in which influencers wearing smart glasses approach women and record them without their knowledge, and those clips end up getting posted onto social media.

Cut 13 (11)  “…broadcast to millions.”

Entergy Louisiana will build an additional seven new natural-gas-fueled power plants to supply the energy needed for Meta’s massive data center coming to Richland Parish. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

With hurricane season just two months away, insurance brokers are urging you to consider putting a fortified roof on your home. Beth Swanson, an analyst with insurance comparison website The Zebra, notes that starting July 1st, insurers will be required to give discounts for homes with fortified roofs; and depending on where you live and the level of fortification, those discounts can be substantial.

Cut 7 (08) “…that they can.”

An effort to move Louisiana to a centralized sales tax system is dead for the session. Lafayette Representative Josh Carlson brought his legislation up for discussion in the House Ways and Means Committee and made the argument that it is difficult for small business owners in particular, to deal with multiple tax collectors…

Cut 4 (10) “…efficiently.”

The House Civil Law Committee advances a bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says there’s been a growing trend in which influencers wearing smart glasses approach women and record them without their knowledge, and those clips end up getting posted onto social media.

Cut 13 (11)  “…broadcast to millions.”

A Gretna representative’s bill seeking to make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions advances to the full House. Vincent Cox says he’s heard from many frustrated constituents on this issue, including some who just give up and end up paying the monthly subscription fee for something they don’t use.

Cut 10 (11) “…out of it.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser opposes an effort to name a new I-10 Mississippi River bridge in the Baton Rouge area after President Trump. Nungesser says he has a problem with naming a public structure after a living person.

Cut 6 (12) “…in Baton Rouge.”

Nungesser spoke with Jim Engster on “Talk Louisiana” on WRKF in Baton Rouge.

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser opposes an effort to name a new I-10 Mississippi River bridge in the Baton Rouge area after President Donald Trump. The bill working its way through the legislature was authored by Michael Echols. Nungesser believes it’s a way for him to get attention for his congressional campaign.

Cut 8 (10) “…be doing.”

A Gretna representative’s bill seeking to make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions advances to the full House. Vincent Cox’s “click to cancel” bill passed unanimously in the House Commerce Committee this morning. Cox says it’s often an unnecessarily tedious process to cancel subscriptions.

Cut 9 (10)  “…click to cancel.”

Cox says some people get so frustrated that they give up and just pay for the subscription.

Coming soon to LSU Alexandria – three-year bachelor’s degree programs. Liz Beard, the vice chancellor of academic affairs at LSU-A, says these new programs, which will initially be offered in two fields, still combine a comprehensive general education curriculum with a specialized curriculum like most other degree programs.

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Will Wade’s four-year exile from LSU is over, as he was re-introduced as the school’s men’s basketball coach. Wade was fired in 2022 for committing NCAA recruiting violations. He rebuilt his career by winning two Southland Conference Championships at McNeese and just took North Carolina State to the NCAA Tournament. Wade says he’s not looking back; he’s looking forward to winning a lot of games at LSU.

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A bill aiming to make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions advances to the full House. During discussion in the House Commerce Committee, it was brought up that there could be issues with state-to-state reciprocity. Peter Robins-Brown, the executive director of Louisiana Progress, said he knows that can be tricky, but he hopes this bill can be one step towards more broad legislation.

Cut 11 (12) “…framework on this.”

Four years after telling him not to let the door hit him on the way out, LSU welcomes Will Wade back as men’s basketball coach with open arms. At a press conference at the P-MAC complete with pyrotechnics, Wade said he returned because of familiarity and his love for the state and LSU.

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LSU-Alexandria will soon offer three-year bachelor’s degree programs. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

Another earthquake rocks the region. The latest one happened last night in the Gulf of Mexico about 175 miles south-southeast of New Orleans. The U.S. Geological Survey says it registered a magnitude 3.9. It comes on the heels of several earthquakes in northeast Louisiana this month, including a magnitude 4.9 near Edgefield.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser disagrees with a plan to name a new Mississippi River bridge South of Baton Rouge area after President Donald Trump. Michael Echols, author of the House-approved bill awaiting debate in the Senate, says if Louisiana passes a law to name the bridge after the president, it raises the chances that the federal government will fully fund the bridge. Nungesser told Jim Engster on “Talk Louisiana” on WRKF that he does not like the idea…

Cut 7 (07) “…not in favor of it.”

Another bill in committee would rename a section of a Louisiana Highway after a former president. Louisiana Highway 15 between South Second Street and U.S. Highway 165 in Monroe would become “President Barack Obama Highway” if Representative Pat Moore’s bill passes. HB 966 is scheduled for debate in the Transportation Committee today.

Will Wade is back and intends to quickly transform the LSU men’s basketball program into a winner. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A Gretna representative wants to make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions Vincent Cox filed the “click to cancel” bill. He says he’s heard from many frustrated constituents on this issue, including some who just give up and pay the monthly fee for something they don’t use.

Cut 10 (11) “…out of it.”

The bill was unanimously approved this morning by the House Commerce Committee.