Governor Edwards, along with State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain and State Fire Marshall Dan Wallis, says the wildfires are still a threat despite the recent rains. And while the statewide burn ban doesn’t include cooking outdoors, Edwards asked residents to refrain…

Cut 6 (09) “…for that.”

Commissioner Strain says the state needs three at least four inches of rain because the ground is extremely dry about a foot deep and is basically a tinderbox. Even with the burn ban in effect, he says the Department of Agriculture has issued more than 40 citations for violations.

So far, an estimated 60,000 acres and two people have been wildfire casualties fueled in part by the triple-digit temperatures and one of the worst droughts on record.

Louisiana Congressman Garret Graves and Florida Representative Kathy Castor introduced bipartisan legislation to stop unsafe illegally produced shrimp from reaching U.S. consumers and flooding the market. Graves says foreign shrimp is packed with illegal antibiotics and cannot be allowed to take over our market.

Cut 3 (12) “…our economy.”

R-W-E Offshore U-S Gulf has won a bid to develop wind energy in federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico. They are paying five-point-six million dollars for 102-thousand acres about 44 miles from Lake Charles. Helen Rose Patterson is the senior campaign manager for wind energy with the National Wildlife Federation…

Cut 9 (13) “…paying off”

Governor John Bel Edwards says there are still several people who are not following the statewide burn ban. Edwards spent yesterday in southwest Louisiana, which has the state’s largest wildfire, the Tiger Island Fire in Beauregard Parish. Edwards’ says the people who are not following the ban are not far away from this fire…

Cut 4 (11) “…not do that.”
Edwards says about 600 wildfires have burned in Louisiana this month, that’s close to what they see in a year.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise says he’s been diagnosed with the blood cancer multiple myeloma. LSU Health New Orleans Oncologist Doctor Suki Subbiah says 20 years ago, multiple myeloma was essentially a death sentence but now it’s treated very treatable…

Cut 8 (11) “…undetectable.”

State Police say a 3-year-old boy was not properly restrained when the vehicle he was traveling in slammed into a truck towing a grain trailer on LA Hwy 877 in East Carroll Parish yesterday.

Cut 10 (12) “…a seatbelt.”
Trooper Ryan Davis says three-year-old Tavorious Hopkins of Lake Providence died at a local hospital. Three others received minor to moderate injuries.

State health officials say 25 people have died as a result of heat-related illnesses since June. That’s up from the 16 deaths that were reported on August 4th. Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says heat exhaustion and heat stroke can sneak up on you very quickly…

Cut 12 (11) “…eight ball on it.”

Congressman Steve Scalise has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Brooke Thorington has more on this type of blood cancer.

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry agents have arrested 37-year-old Robin Crawford for starting a fire in Tickfaw. Crawford threatened to start a fire despite knowing there was a state burn ban. Firefighters were able to control the fire that was set.

Governor John Bel Edwards spent yesterday in southwest Louisiana surveying the Tiger Island Fire in Beauregard Parish. The governor says the hot and dry weather in this week’s forecast could possibly ignite or reignite fires…

Cut 5 (13) “…raging again.”

60-thousand acres of land have been burned in Louisiana.

There have been 28 heat-related deaths in Louisiana since the beginning of June. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says there have been more than 4,700 emergency room visits for heat-related illnesses statewide.

Cut 13 (06) “…hot season.”

Kanter says confusion is a sign of heat stroke and it can be fatal.

Governor John Bel Edwards says people are still intentionally or unintentionally starting fires despite the burn ban. Edwards was in the air yesterday touring the Tiger Island Fire in Beauregard Parish. The governor believes climate change will create a pattern for wildfires in the state.

Cut 6 (14) “…adequately respond.”

More than 60 thousand acres of land have been burned in Louisiana.

State health officials say 25 people have died as a result of heat-related illnesses since June. That’s up from the 16 deaths that were reported on August 4th. Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says heat exhaustion and heat stroke can sneak up on you very quickly…

Cut 12 (11) “…eight ball on it.”

And the oppressive temperatures have been responsible for more than 4,700 emergency room visits for heat-related illnesses.

The Saints have finalized their 53-man roster for the 2023 NFL season, and some big names did not make the list. Pierson Luscy has more.

Cut 3 (31) …I’m Pierson Luscy.”

RWE Offshore US Gulf LLC, a German energy firm, won the bid to develop the first wind project near Lake Charles in the Gulf of Mexico. RWE offered the highest bid of $5.6 million dollars for nearly 102 thousand acres. RWE officials say its Gulf project is expected to come online by the mid-2030s.

Governor John Bel Edwards expects a lengthy battle against the multiple wildfires burning in the state. Teiko Foxx has the story…
Cut 1 (31) “….I’m Teiko Foxx.”

During the overnight hours there was an officer involved shooting in Caddo Parish. Authorities say Caddo deputies were investigating a break-in at a home on Old Mooringsport Road. Upon arrival, a suspect opened fire on deputies. The officers shot back, killing the suspect and then when they went inside the home they found a deceased female.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise announces he has multiple myeloma, which is a treatable blood cancer. LSU Health New Orleans Oncologist Doctor Suki Subbiah says the symptoms for this cancer are fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, bone pain, repeat infections and numbness in the hands and feet. Subbiah says there are some risk factors for the disease such as…
cut 9 (09) “…individual patient”
Scalise says he’s begun treatment and will continue working while being treated.

The Saints had to trim their roster from 90 players to 53 yesterday and making the team was fan favorite and tight end Jimmy Graham. Coach Dennis Allen says Graham’s good play in the last preseason game helped secure a spot…
cut 16 (12) “…part of this team”
The Saints begin the regular season a week from Sunday at home against the Titans.

U-S House Majority Leader and Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise says he’s been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, which is a blood cancer. LSU Health New Orleans Oncologist Doctor Suki Subbiah says 20 years ago, multiple myeloma was essentially a death sentence with a very limited prognosis and life expectancy, but now it’s treated very treatable…
cut 8 (11) “…undetectable”
Scalise says he plans to continue working while he receives treatment.

The number of heat-related deaths in Louisiana is up to 28 since June. State Health Officer Doctor Joe Kanter says heat exhaustion and heat stroke can sneak up on you very quickly…
cut 12 (11) “…eight ball on it”

State Police say a 3 year old boy was not properly restrained when the vehicle he was traveling in slammed into a truck towing a grain trailer on LA Hwy 877 in East Carroll Parish yesterday
Cut 10 (12) “…a seatbelt.”
Trooper Ryan Davis says three-year-old Tavorious Hopkins of Lake Providence died at a local hospital. Three others received minor to moderate injuries.

The Saints will have a new field goal kicker this year as they’ve traded Wil Lutz to the Denver Broncos and they’ll go with undrafted rookie Blake Grupe. Coach Dennis Allen says it was not an easy decision…
cut 14 (15) “…challenging situations”
The Saints kick off the season a week from Sunday against the Titans.

Governor John Bel Edwards says there are still several people who are not following the statewide burn ban. Edwards spent yesterday in southwest Louisiana, which has the state’s largest wildfire, the Tiger Island Fire in Beauregard Parish. The governor says the people that are not following the ban are not far away from this fire…
Cut 4 (11) “…not do that.”
Edwards says about 600 wildfires have burned in Louisiana this month, that’s close to what they see in a year.

Congressman Steve Scalise announced Tuesday he’s been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, which is a cancer of plasma cells found in blood marrow. LSU Health New Orleans Oncologist Dr. Suki Subbiah (Sah-by-ah) says plasma cells are normal cells that are part of our immune system…
Cut 7 (06) “…cancerous.”
Scalise says it’s a treatable cancer and plans to keep working while he undergoes treatments.

The state health department has released a new dashboard that provides information on the number of heat-related illness deaths, which is now up to 28 since June. State Health Officer Doctor Joe Kanter says oppressive temperatures have been responsible for more than 4,700 emergency room visits for heat-related illnesses.
Cut 13 (06) “…hot season.”
Highs will be in the mid to upper 90s for the rest of the week.

State Police says a three-year-old boy lost his life in a wreck when the vehicle he was traveling in crashed into a truck towing a grain trailer…..
cut 11 (08) “….moderate injuries”
The wreck happened at an intersection. State Police trooper Ryan Davis says three-year Tavorious Hopkins of Lake Providence was not properly restrained and died at an area hospital.

Smoke from wildfires is impacting the air quality in Louisiana. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter…

Cut 4 (09) “…health effects.”

But for those with respiratory illnesses, he advises they stay indoors as much as possible.

Louisiana sugarcane producers set a record by producing more than two million tons of raw sugar last year, but this year’s number will be less due to the dry weather. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”  

House Majority leader and southeast Louisiana congressman, Representative Steve Scalise announces he has multiple myeloma. This type of blood cancer can be treated but it’s not curable. Scalise says he’s undergoing treatment which is expected to continue for the next several months. The Republican had blood work done last week after he said he wasn’t feeling well.

The Saints will have a new field goal kicker this year. New Orleans has reportedly traded Will Lutz to the Denver Broncos for a 2024 7th-round pick. The Black and Gold have decided to go with undrafted free-agent kicker Blake Grupe instead. Host of the Locked-on Saints podcast Ross Jackson says the trade should not come as a surprise.

Cut 9 (12) “…young leg.”

Today is cut down day in the NFL as teams have to trim their roster down to 53 players.

The Saints 53 man roster for 2023 has been finalized. They Saints had several tough moves to make its way down to only 53 players, but the most notable was the conversation at kicker. The team has traded Wil Lutz to the Denver Broncos for a 2024 7th-round pick, and the team will go with undrafted free agent kicker Blake Grupe instead. Host of the Locked on Saints podcast Ross Jackson says the trade should not come as a surprise.

Cut 9 (12) “…young leg.”

Cornerback Bradley Roby was waived by the Saints today, and is expected to be replaced by second year corner Alontae Taylor at the slot corner position. Taylor and Paulson Adebo have been competing for the second press corner position, but now both will be on the field for the Saints, and it cost Roby his spot on the roster.

Cut 11 (08) “…like that.”

LSU football is only a few days away from their game against eighth-ranked Florida State in Orlando. The Seminoles held on for a 24-23 victory last year in the Superdome, and this year’s game will feature two of the best defensive players in the country. LSU linebacker Harold Perkins and Florida State defensive end Jared Verse are the two players to watch for on the field. Perkins had 7.5 sacks last season while Verse had nine. Coach Brian Kelly says that they plan to line Perkin up all over the field.

Cut 18 (23) “…as well.

The Southland conference has extended its basketball championships to stay in Lake Charles through 2029. The baseball and softball championships will be played in Hammond for the 2024 season.

Governor John Bel Edwards was in the air today to survey the wildfires in southwest Louisiana. During a press conference in DeRidder, Edwards says hundreds of firefighters are working to contain the wildfires and that includes help from the federal government

Cut  14 (14)  “…1,000 people”

The wildfires have destroyed about 60-thousand acres and the recent rainfall the state has seen was not enough to end the drought

In addition to the destruction the wildfires are doing, they also present a health hazard. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says smoke trails can be carried a great distance

Cut 3 (08) “…quite far.”

With the statewide burn ban still in effect, Kanter implores residents not to burn anything outdoors and that includes lighting up the grill for Labor Day weekend.

Louisiana sugarcane producers set a record of producing more than two million tons of raw sugar last year but this year’s number will be less due to the dry weather. Sugarcane Specialist Kenneth Gravois says while many farmers will have to wait for more rain for soil moisture to go up, some cane are seeing pretty good yields.

Cut 8 (12) “…some rain.”

Today was NFL cut-down day and Cornerback Bradley Roby was waived by the Saints. Second-year corner Alontae Taylor will be placed at the slot corner position. Host of the Locked on Saints podcast Ross Jackson says Taylor and Paulson Adebo have been competing for the second press corner position, but now both will be on the field for the Saints, and it cost Roby his spot on the roster.

Cut 11 (08) “…like that.”