The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness is offering more tips to help the public address the MOVEit breach that put their personal data at risk. GOHSEP director Casey Tingle encourages the public to visit next-steps-dot-la-dot-gov.

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Tingle says they are recommending that Louisianans freeze and unfreeze their credit for free through Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.

Louisiana has seen scorching hot temperatures this month and forecasters say prepare for even hotter weather next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says heed the few days warning, and be ready for a few scorchers…:

Cut 11 (09)  “…five or six p.m.”

Governor John Bel Edwards signed a bill that prohibits the use of TikTok on government-issued devices and networks. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel the bill’s author says this policy has already been implemented by many agencies statewide.

Cut 4 (12)  “…into law.” 

The bill would also ban any other app or service developed by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance Ltd, or entities the company owns.

It wasn’t just Tiger fans who were elated when LSU won Thursday night against Wake Forest. Pat McEvoy manager of Rocco’s Pizza and home of the Jell-O shot challenge in Ohama says he along with his staff were thrilled. He says having LSU in the championship round translates into a larger amount of money being spent over the weekend.

Cut 8 (08)  “…is immense.” 

McEvoy says LSU fans definitely make their mark at the College World Series.

Governor John Bel Edwards signed into law legislation that bans the use of the popular video-sharing app TikTok on government-issued devices and networks. Bill’s sponsor, Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says it’s a security issue.

Cut 3 (13) “…of Americans.”

Over 30 states have banned the use of TikTok on government devices.

Today is “LSU Baseball Day.”  Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin made it official with a proclamation in honor of the Tigers baseball team making it to the championship round of the Men’s College World Series. After winning in extra innings last night, Ardoin says he wanted to formally honor the team.

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Ardoin is encouraging residents to dress in purple and gold to show their support on Saturday.

Louisiana has seen a week of record and near-record heat for the month of June and forecasters say prepare for some triple-digit heat next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says for the weekend and through about Tuesday, we can expect more of what we’ve seen the past several days…:

Cut 10 (10)  “…to a hundred & ten.”

It was a week ago when the state alerted Louisiana residents with a driver’s license or state ID that their identity may have been comprised as a result of a cyber breach involving a third-party vendor that the state Office of Motor Vehicles uses. GOHSEP director Casey Tingle says they ask the public to remain vigilant…

Cut 13 (09) “…aware of this” 

Tingle says the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness has a website, next-steps-dot-la-dot-gov help Louisianans better protect themselves against identity theft…

Governor Edwards signed legislation banning the use of the social media app Tik Tok on any state-owned devices and state-owned or leased WIFI networks. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel, the bill’s author believes similar apps will continue to be a cyber security concern

Cut 5 (11)  “…a time.”

Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin has proclaimed this Saturday, June 24^th as “LSU Baseball Day” in honor of the Tigers baseball team making it to the C-W-S. Ardoin says he wanted to formally honor the team and he’s going to place a wager on the series with Florida’s Secretary of State Cory Byrd.

Cut 7 (06)  “…like that.” 

And once the Jell-o Shot challenge is over in Omaha Ardoin says he’s going to honor that victory also.

Think it’s hot now? State Climatologist Barry Keim says some really hot stuff is coming next week…:

CUT 12  (12)        “…care of yourself.”

LSU will square off against Florida in the championship round of the College World Series. Jeff Palermo has a preview…

Cut 2 (33)  “….I’m Jeff Palermo”  

Governor John Bel Edwards signed into law legislation that bans the use of the popular video-sharing app TikTok on government-issued devices and networks. Bill’s sponsor, Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says 30 other states have taken similar steps, and several state agencies have already moved internally to head it off…:

CUT 04(12)      “…into law.”

Tik Tok has been accused of embedding spyware on users’ cellphones, tablets and pc’s.

It’s been a week since state officials announced the big cyber-breach at the Office of Motor Vehicles, and thousands of Louisiana residents have taken steps to protect their personal information. GOHSEP Director Casey Tingle says, if you need help with yours, visit “nextsteps.la.gov”…:

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Change your passwords; as many as you can.

Tomorrow has been declared “LSU Baseball Day.”  Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin made it official with a proclamation in honor of the Tigers baseball team making it to the championship round of the Men’s College World Series. After winning in extra innings last night, Ardoin says he wanted to formally honor the team…:

CUT 06(08)      “…World Series.”

And it wasn’t just Tiger fans who were elated when LSU won last night. Pat McEvoy, manager of Rocco’s Pizza Pub – and home of the Jell-O shot challenge in Omaha – says he and his staff were thrilled. He says having LSU in the championship round translates into a ton of money being spent in his bar this weekend…:

CUT 08(08)      “…is immense.”

LSU faces Florida in the championship series tomorrow at 6 p.m.

It was a week ago when the state alerted Louisiana residents with a driver’s license or state ID that their identity may have been comprised as a result of a cyber breach involving a third party vendor that the state Office of Motor Vehicles uses. GOHSEP director Casey Tingle says they ask the public to remain vigilant…:

CUT 13(09)      “…aware of this.”

He says you can freeze and un-freeze your credit online; usually at no charge.

Louisiana has seen a week of record and near-record heat for the month of June and forecasters say prepare for some triple-digit heat next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says for the weekend and through about Tuesday, we can expect more of what we’ve seen the past several days…:

CUT 10(10)      “…to a hundred and ten.”

Highs of 100 or more are expected for late next week, with high humidity and very high “feels like” temperatures.

LSU will square off against Florida in the championship round of the College World Series. Jeff Palermo has a preview…:

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In case you missed it, we now have Tropical Storm Cindy out in the Atlantic; tracking a path more to the north of Tropical Storm Bret. At this time, neither system seems to pose any threat to Louisiana’s coast, but we will continue to monitor them.

Governor John Bel Edwards is expected to get out the veto pen next week, as he’s said he would oppose bills seen as being “anti-LGBT” that came to his desk. But, will state lawmakers feel the need to go into special session to override any of those vetoes? Denham Springs Rep. Valarie Hodges says she wants it to happen, because the bills deal with transgender issues parents want to shield their kids from…:

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Others may not have Hodges’ desire to return to Baton Rouge, and may feel the bills can always be filed again next year.

The Governor signed a bill banning the app Tik Tok from all state cellphones, networks and devices. Bill author & Marksville Rep. Daryl Deshotel says the issue with Tik Tok is security…:

CUT 03  (13)        “…of Americans.”

Think it’s hot now? State Climatologist Barry Keim says some really hot stuff is coming next week…:

CUT 12  (12)        “…care of yourself.”

It’s not only Tiger fans who are excited about playing in the championship round, bars in Omaha are preparing for even more of the Purple and Gold faithful to come to town…:

CUT 01(30)      “…Thorington.”

Governor John Bel Edwards signed legislation banning the use of the social media app Tik Tok on any state-owned devices and state-owned or leased WIFI networks. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel, the bill’s author believes similar apps will continue to be a cyber security concern

Cut 5 (11)  “…a time.”

The bill would also ban any other app or service developed by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, or entities the company owns.

Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin has proclaimed this Saturday, June 24^th as “LSU Baseball Day” in honor of the Tigers baseball team making it to the C-W-S. Ardoin says he wanted to formally honor the team and he’s going to place a wager on the series with Florida’s Secretary of State Cory Byrd.

Cut 7 (06)  “…like that.” 

And once the Jell-o Shot challenge is over in Omaha Ardoin says he’s going to honor that victory also.

Governor Edwards has vowed to veto some bills pushed through by Republican lawmakers, but will they convene an override session? Kevin Gallagher has more…:

Cut 30 (32)  “….I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

Following the massive restoration effort by SWEPCO crews 90 percent of customers impacted by Friday’s severe weather have had services restored. However, more than 10,000 customers remain without power in Shreveport district including Bossier City and Haughton.

After 11 innings the LSU Tigers won in dramatic fashion last night beating Wake Forest two nothing to advance to the championship round of the College World Series. After a Dylan Crews base hit in the 11th inning, Tommy White slugged a two-run shot over the left field wall. White says he was waiting on a fastball.

Cut 17 (11) “…about it”

Saturday, June 24^th has been declared “LSU Baseball Day.”  Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin made it official with a proclamation in honor of the Tigers baseball team making it to the championship round of the Men’s College World Series. After winning in extra innings last night, Ardoin says he wanted to formally honor the team.

Cut 6 (08)  “…World Series.” 

Ardoin is also encouraging residents to dress in purple and gold to show their support.

Governor John Bel Edwards signed into law legislation that bans the use of the popular video-sharing app TikTok on government-issued devices and networks. Bill author Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says it’s a security issue and this policy has already been implemented by many agencies statewide.

Cut 4 (12)  “…into law.” 

And a bill to ban corporal punishment in public schools unless there is written consent from the parents has been signed into law. Metairie Representative Stephanie Hilferty says some lawmakers, however, wanted their schools to have the option to use corporal punishment or not in schools.

Cut 12 (09)    “…their child.” 

The new policy will go into effect in the upcoming school year.

What a game last night as Tommy White blasted a two-run homer over the left field wall in the 11th inning to give the Tigers a two-to-nothing win over Wake Forest. The victory puts LSU in the championship series of the C-W-S. Coach Jay Johnson says it was an unbelievable moment….
cut 30 (06) “…of our team”
The best out of three championship series against Florida begins Saturday.

The NCAA investigation into recruiting violations involving LSU’s men’s basketball and football programs is finally completed. Both programs have been put on a three-year probation, but no future postseason bans. TigerRag Editor Todd Horne says the conclusion of the investigation removes a dark cloud hanging over the head of current LSU Basketball Coach Matt McMahon.

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The three-year probation for both teams begins in September.

Governor John Bel Edwards signed into law legislation that bans the use of the popular video-sharing app TikTok on government-issued devices and networks. Bill’s sponsor, Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel says it’s a security issue.

Cut 3 (13) “…of Americans.”

The U-S government approved a ban on TikTok on federal government devices throughout all 50 states.

Governor Edwards also signed legislation that bans corporal punishment in public schools statewide unless parents give written consent. Metairie Representative Stephanie Hilferty says the Department of Education is tasked with creating a permission slip for schools.

Cut 10 (12) “…as spanking.”

The policy will go into effect in the 2023-2024 school year.

Where were you when LSU’s Tommy White did this….
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That’s the voice of LSU Chris Blair describing White’s two run blast that sends the Tigers to the College World Series championship series, where they’ll play Florida.

A partnership between Ochsner Health and MD Anderson will provide some of the most advanced cancer treatments in the country….
cut 1 (31) “….I’m Brooke Thorington”

Governor John Bel Edwards has signed legislation that would require public school systems that use corporal punishment to receive parental permission before they are allowed to hit or spank a child…..
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In previous sessions, Representative Stephanie Hilferty presented legislation to prohibit corporal punishment in schools across the board. She says some lawmakers, however, wanted their schools to have the option to use corporal punishment or not in schools.

Could we see another override veto session, if the governor vetoes three bills that target the L-G-B-T-Q bills? Denham Springs Representative Valarie Hodges says a bill banning gender affirming care and prohibiting the discussion of sexual and gender identity issues in the classroom are needed…
cut 15 (07) “…override session”