The first televised debate in the 2023 governor’s race is tonight. Brooke Thorington on what to expect.
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Attorney General Jeff Landry is facing an ethics charge and could be forced to pay a penalty because of a free private plane ride he took with a top donor in 2021. The flight was to Hawaii, where Landry spoke at the annual meeting of the Attorney General Alliance. Landry says he took the free flight so taxpayers didn’t have to pay for it.

The statewide burn ban remains in effect, even though parts of the state have received rain, but officials say it’s not enough to reduce the increased risk of fire due to the prolonged drought. State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue…
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Rodrigue says residents can resume outdoor cooking but using grills and smokers and not open flames in a fire pits.

Starting September 18th, I-20 in Shreveport-Bossier City will be under construction as crews will replace the pavement that’s been there since the 1960s. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchannan says there will be lane closures so they are implementing an innovative traffic management system to inform motorists of changing conditions…
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Motorists are urged to use I-220 as an alternate route.

We’ll hear from five of the seven major candidates in the October 14th Governor’s race tonight in a televised debate. Republican Jeff Landry refuses to participate because he says the organizer is biased. UNO Political Science professor Dr. Ed Chervenak says that’s unfortunate:
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The debate will be on TV tonight at 7.

The statewide burn ban was updated Wednesday and private burning is still prohibited but outdoor cooking may resume. State Fire Marshal’s Office spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says wildfires are still active even though we have seen some rain…:
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Those planning to tailgate at LSU Saturday are encouraged to seek alternate methods to outdoor cooking.

The state Department of Transportation announces lane closures on I-20 in Shreveport-Bossier City for the next two and a half years for pavement replacement…:
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LSU Women’s Basketball Coach Kim Mulkey has reportedly agreed to a 10-year, $32 million dollar contract extension that will make her the highest paid coach in women’s basketball. The deal is pending final approval from the LSU Board of Supervisors which meets Friday.

Five of the seven major candidates will participate in the first televised debate for the 2023 governor’s race tonight. Republican front-runner Jeff Landry refuses to participate citing organizer bias but UNO Political Science professor Dr. Ed Chervenak believes voters will still want to watch…:
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The election is October 14th.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says they are once again taking applications from insurance companies who are interested in receiving grant dollars if they write more homeowners insurance policies. He says the goal is to reduce the number of homes that have coverage through, Citizens, the expensive state-run insurer of last resort..:
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Despite the recent rain, the statewide burn ban remains in effect. Brooke Thorington has more…:
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Baton Rouge Police say the person who allegedly stole a bike from a priest Monday has been apprehended. Father Michael Alello of St. Thomas More Catholic Church said his garage door was open when a man strolled up and grabbed his bike off the wall and rode away. Surveillance video shows the suspect waving at neighbors before he went into the garage to take the bike.

The first televised Gubernatorial Debate in the October 14th elections will take place tonight. Brooke Thorington offers a preview…:
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The Baton Rouge Police Department says an argument over a basketball game at a local park led to a shooting that left a teenager injured. They say a fight unfolded outside of the gym when the accused gunman went to his vehicle to retrieve a weapon then began shooting the victim’s car has they tried to leave. Three people were inside the vehicle and a 17-year-old male was injured when a bullet grazed his head and leg.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office announced Wednesday the statewide burn ban remains in effect, but outdoor cooking can resume with safety measures in place. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says though we’ve seen some rain, it wasn’t enough to reduce the risk of fire due to the prolonged drought:
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The burn ban will be reconsidered on a weekly basis.

The state Department of Transportation announces a 117-million-dollar construction project will begin on I-20 in Bossier and Caddo Parishes on September 18th. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says workers will spend the next two and a half years on the project…:
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The project is scheduled to be completed by 2025.

The first televised debate in the 2023 Governor’s race is tonight, and five of the seven major candidates will participate. Republican Jeff Landry refuses to take part saying the organizer, the Urban League, is biased towards Democrats. But UNO Political Science professor Dr. Ed Chervenak says the other candidates will still go after Landry…:
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Election Day is October 14th.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office announced Wednesday the statewide burn ban remains in effect due to continuing dry conditions, but added Louisiana residents can resume outdoor cooking. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says, if you do grill, have safety measures in place..:
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The program offering grants to insurance companies who write new policies in Louisiana is accepting applications over a 30-day period now for a second time. Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says nearly $42 million of the available $45 million was awarded to eight insurers following the first round of applications…:
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If you’ve got coverage through Citizens, the state-run insurer of last resort, Donelon urges you to continue to research other options.

Less than a week after a student was shot and killed at the Brusly/Port Allen game last Friday, the Iberville Parish School Board says metal detectors will now be at the entrances of stadiums, and a clear bag policy is in place. Groups will also no longer be allowed to gather under the stadium or parking lot.

The first televised debate of the 2023 governor’s race is tomorrow. Five of the candidates will discuss the issues facing Louisiana at 7 PM at WWL-TV’s studio in New Orleans. But the front-runner, Republican Attorney Jeff Landry, will not be there, because the Urban League is an organizer, and he says they have a bias towards Democrats.

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The Urban League denies any bias.

The U.S. Capitol attending physician’s report says Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has not suffered a stroke or seizure. Fellow Kentucky lawmaker Rand Paul believes the 81-year-old Republican had a seizure. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who’s also a physician, says he’s going to go with the report of the healthcare provider who actually examined McConnell.

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Singer Jimmy Buffett died Friday from a rare skin cancer called Merkel cell carcinoma. Teiko Foxx spoke with an LSU Oncologist expert about the aggressive disease.

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Tailgaters at Tiger Stadium are asked not to light up for LSU’s home opener against Grambling. Due to the on-going drought LSU Athletics is encouraging fans not to grill-out due to the statewide burn ban and greatly reduce the chance of any blaze getting out of control on campus.

Jimmy Buffett, the legendary ‘Margaritaville’ singer, died Friday as a result of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), a rare form of skin cancer. LSU School of Medicine Oncologist Dr. Brian Boulmay says the disease develops after long periods of exposure to natural or artificial light. He says if you see a flesh or colored mole, freckle, or bump on the skin, you should contact your physician 

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Men are twice as likely to develop this cancer than women. And about 80 percent are 70 and older.

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who’s a physician, believes Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is fit to continue to serve despite two recent episodes in which McConnel froze and was unable to speak. Despite concerns about the 81-year-old’s health, Cassidy is satisfied with McConnell’s role in the Senate.

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The first televised debate of the 2023 governor’s race is tomorrow night, but the front-runner will not be there. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A Simmesport man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Avoyelles Parish on Sunday. 40-year-old James Dibble Jr. of Simmesport was struck by a Mazda 6 driven by 40-year-old Mary Cazelot on Old Highway 1. Cazelot was arrested for felony hit and run, obstruction of justice, and driving under suspension. The investigation is ongoing.

Singer Jimmy Buffett died Friday from the most aggressive form of skin cancer, merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), detected in less than three thousand people in the U-S every year. LSU School of Medicine Oncologist Dr. Brian Boulmay says people are at greater risk after being exposed to natural or artificial sources of light for long periods of time.

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Tumors show up on the forearm, neck, face, and lower legs and can spread to the lymph nodes, liver, bones, lungs, and brain.

The top five candidates in the Louisiana 2023 governor’s race will face off in the first televised debate tomorrow. But Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry, will not participate. Landry says he’s concerned that one of the sponsors won’t treat Republican candidates fairly.

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The candidates will discuss the issues facing Louisiana at 7 PM at WWL-TV’s studio in New Orleans.

We asked Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy his thoughts on Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s health after the Kentucky lawmaker appeared to freeze in front of the public after a second recent episode. Cassidy says he’s pleased with the attending physician to Congress report.

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The report says there is no evidence that McConnel suffered a seizure disorder, experienced a stroke, or movement disorder such as Parkinson’s disease

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry says the Tiger Island Fire, the state’s largest in history, is now 65 percent contained. Rainfall over the Labor Day weekend has helped but has also created muddy conditions that are slowing the use of heavy equipment.

The first televised debate of the 2023 governor’s race is tomorrow night, but the front-runner will not be there. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The Tiger Island wildfire that’s been burning since August 22, is now 65% contained, according to the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. Recent rains have helped fire crews. But the precipitation is also responsible for muddy conditions that’s hindering access for heavy equipment.

Beloved Margaritaville Singer Jimmy Buffett died from Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), a rare but aggressive form of skin cancer. LSU School of Medicine Oncologist Dr. Brian Boulmay says 90 percent of those diagnosed are white and early detection is key. But he says you can protect yourself.

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The U.S. Capitol attending physician’s report says Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has not suffered a stroke or seizure. Fellow Kentucky lawmaker Rand Paul believes the 81-year-old Republican had a seizure. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says he’s going to go with the report of the healthcare provider who actually examined McConnell.

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McConnell froze while speaking in public at least twice over the last few months.

The first televised debate of the 2023 governor’s race is tomorrow. Five of the candidates will appear, but the front-runner, Republican Jeff Landry, will not, because he says the Urban League, who’s the organizer, is bias towards Democrats. Rep Richard Nelson was not invited. Landry says one of his criteria to attend a debate is that all seven major candidates appear on stage…

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That debate will air on WWL-TV in New Orleans.

First year West Monroe Football Coach Todd Garvin has been placed on administrative leave. KNOE TV Sports Director Aaron Dietrich says four players have been sent to the hospital suffering from heat exhaustion since Garvin took over in May…

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Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy was asked his thoughts on Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s health after the Kentucky lawmaker appeared to freeze in front of the public on at least two occasions. The U.S. Capitol attending physician’s report says McConnell has not suffered a stroke or a seizure disorder. Cassidy is satisfied with the report.

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Margaritaville Singer Jimmy Buffett died as a result of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), a rare but aggressive form of skin cancer. LSU School of Medicine Oncologist Dr. Brian Boulmay suggests contacting your physician if you see a mole, freckle, or bump that is changing in size, shape, or color.

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