The autopsy is in for the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge and was located almost two weeks later. East Baton Rouge Coroner Dr. Beau Clark says Nathan Millard died from a combination of cocaine, alcohol, and fentanyl. Dr. Clark says fentanyl is lucrative to drug dealers even though it’s responsible for the majority of overdoses…:
CUT 6 (08) “addiction disorders”
He says there is a high possibility that any illicit drugs on the streets are dangerously laced with fentanyl.

Marrero Representative Kyle Green files a bill that would eliminate the death penalty in Louisiana. He says the legislation is based on morality not to mention it’s extremely difficult to carry out a death sentence:
Cut 15 (09) “with that”
The legislation says anyone who commits first-degree murder, first-degree rape, and treason would receive a maximum life sentence.

The state department of transportation says there are now just three proposed locations for a new Mississippi River Bridge in Baton Rouge – all connecting the East and West Banks of Iberville Parish. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says the $1.5 billion dollar project has received $300 million in state funding, which is a good starting point:
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He says they hope to narrow down the location of the new bridge when environmental evaluations are completed in the summer of 2024.

The two Baton Rouge Police Officers who died in a helicopter crash, Sgt. David Poirrier and Cpl. Scotty Canezaro, will be honored with a special procession today from the West Baton Rouge Parish Coroner’s Office to BRPD Headquarters. It’s slated to begin around 10:30am.

The autopsy report for Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge, indicates he died from a combination of cocaine, fentanyl, and alcohol.  The autopsy findings did not indicate any evidence of internal or external trauma. East Baton Rouge Coroner Doctor Beau Clark says it’s not a surprise for fentanyl to be involved in an overdose death.

Cut 14 (06)  “…fentanyl”

Louisiana’s current Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon recently announced he is not running for re-election. He’s held the position since 2006. Donelon opposes Sen Kirk Talbot’s legislation to have the position be an appointed one because he believes voters should have a say in who represents them….

Cut 3 (06) “…much less”
Donelon also says other states who have appointed insurance commissioners, usually have them in place for about three years and the learning curve is high for this job.

If you suffer from allergies, it’s probably not surprising that Baton Rouge and New Orleans rank in the top 30 Allergy Capitals in the U.S. Hannah Jaffee with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation says they rank cities by tree, grass, and weed pollen counts.

Cut 10 (09) “…in the area.” 

You can also find a list of certified products like air filters and more at the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s website at aafa.org.

The LSU Women’s Basketball Team is off to Dallas to play in the NCAA Final Four. Fans gave the team a proper send-off in front of the PMAC this afternoon. They’ll play Virginia Tech Friday night at 6 PM and you can watch the game on ESPN. It’s the first final-four appearance for the Lady Tigers since 2008 and the first with Coach Kim Mulkey at the helm. It will be the fifth time Mulkey has made it to the Final Four.

A completed autopsy report on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge and found several days later rolled up in plastic and a rug, shows he died from a combination of cocaine, fentanyl and alcohol. East Baton Rouge Coroner Doctor Beau Clark…

Cut 13 (07) “…accidental.”

Police believe Millard died in a rundown drug house in Baton Rouge.

Seven Louisiana colleges have fallen victim to cyberattacks in the last four months.  TrustedSec Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hammerstone says universities are prime targets because there’s a bigger chance for a large financial outcome.

Cut 7 (11)  “…release it.” 

More than 30 cyberattack incidents have occurred in the U.S. this year.

Governor John Bel Edwards expressed his sympathy to the families and loved ones of the victims Monday’s school shooting in Nashville. Two of the six victims were Louisiana natives, Cynthia Peak and Katherine Koonce. Edwards says when we send our loved ones off to school to learn or teach, we should never have to worry if they will make it home alive.

The Senate Insurance chairman plans to file legislation to make Insurance Commissioner an appointed position, instead of elected. Jeff Palermo reports the current insurance commissioner opposes the idea…

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Longtime Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Jim Donelon rejects a bill to make his current seat an appointed position instead of elected. Senate Insurance Chairman Kirk Talbot plans to file the bill to make the office an appointed position. Donelon says states that have elected commissioners are termed longer than appointed commissioners…

Cut 5 (08) “…at a time”

Donelon has served as insurance commissioner for nearly two decades and will not run for re-election.

Cybercriminals have targeted seven Louisiana colleges this year. The attacks disrupted networking systems including education online learning platforms, the internet, and a possible threat to students and faculty’s personal information. TrustedSec Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hammerstone.

Cut 6 (08)  “…and capability.” 

Hammerstone says universities are prime targets because of the massive amount of data and the opportunity for a bigger payout.

A recent report by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation shows Baton Rouge and New Orleans are ranked in the top 30 Allergy Capitals in the U.S. The report also offers advice on how to mitigate the effects of pollen for allergy sufferers. Hannah Jaffee with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation ssuggests to stay updated with pollen forecast and to limit outdoor activities on high-count days.

Cut 12 (10) “…works for you.” 

New Orleans ranks 22 and Baton Rouge came in last among the top 30.

An autopsy report on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge and found rolled up in plastic and a rug, shows he died from a combination of drugs, including fentanyl.  The autopsy findings did not show evidence of internal or external trauma. East Baton Rouge Coroner Doctor Beau Clark says it’s not a surprise for fentanyl to be involved in an overdose death.

Cut 14 (06)  “…fentanyl”

The presence of ethanol is an indication he was drinking alcohol before his death.

Two cities in the Bayou State are among the Top 30 Allergy Capitals in the country. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (33)  “….I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Governor John Bel Edwards released a statement on the deaths of Louisiana natives killed in the Nashville mass shooting yesterday. Governor Edwards asked the entire state to pray for the families of Cynthia Peak and Katherine Koonce and all the victims of Monday’s evil mass shooting at Covenant Presbyterian School. Three children and three adults were killed.

Recent Cyberattacks have targeted seven Louisiana colleges this year.  Nearly a month ago, Southeastern Louisiana was the target of a cyberattack that impacted online classes, entry to dormitories, campus activities, sporting events, and more. Southeastern Louisiana Professor Dayne Sherman said it was a situation that should have been prevented.

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The university has upgraded its digital security measures to ensure the safety of student and faculty data information.

A completed autopsy report on Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge and found several days later rolled up in plastic and a rug, shows he died from a combination of drugs, including fentanyl. East Baton Rouge Coroner Doctor Beau Clark…

Cut 13 (07) “…accidental.”

Authorities have arrested a well-known drug dealer and a prostitute in the case. Cops are still searching for a second prostitute who was with Millard before he died.

The autopsy report for Nathan Millard, the Georgia businessman who went missing in Baton Rouge and whose body was later found wrapped in plastic and a rug indicates the cause of death is a combination of alcohol, cocaine, and fentanyl. The East Baton Rouge coroner has ruled the death accidental.

The Senate Insurance chairman plans to file legislation to make Insurance Commissioner an appointed position, instead of elected. Jeff Palermo reports the current insurance commissioner opposes the idea…

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Seven Louisiana colleges were victims of cyberattacks over the last four months and Southeastern Louisiana Professor Dayne Sherman says there should have been more preventive measures in place to protect the university’s system and a greater effort for the restoration recovery phase.

Cut 9 (06) “…these problems”

Security measures are ongoing to ensure the safety of data information and systems.

If you suffer from allergies, it’s probably not surprising that Baton Rouge and New Orleans rank in the top 30 Allergy Capitals in the U.S. Hannah Jaffee with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation says New Orleans ranks 22 and Baton Rouge came in last among the top 30. When you compare the cities individually, she says Baton Rouge and New Orleans rank worse than average for pollen.

Cut 11 (10)  “…for allergy specialists.”

Allergy sufferers should limit their time outdoors on days with high pollen counts and see an allergist before the season begins to work on a treatment plan.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon opposes a proposal to make his job an appointed position instead of elected. Senate Insurance Chairman Kirk Talbot plans to file the bill to make the office an appointed position.  Donelon says other states who have appointed insurance commissioners, usually have them in place for about three years and the learning curve is high for this job.

Cut 4 (07)  “…entails 

Donelon has served as insurance commissioner since 2006 and will not run for re-election.

If you suffer from allergies, it’s probably not surprising that Baton Rouge and New Orleans rank in the top 30 Allergy Capitals in the U.S. Hannah Jaffee with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation says they rank cities by tree, grass, and weed pollen counts.

Cut 10 (09) “…in the area.” 

You can also find a list of certified products like air filters and more at the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s website at aafa.org.

A continuing wave of cyberattacks is targeting educational institutions and seven Louisiana colleges was hit in the last four months.  Southeastern Louisiana, UNO, LSU Ag Center, River Parishes Community College, Xavier University New Orleans, Nunez Community College, and Southern University at Shreveport network systems were also encrypted. TrustedSec Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hammerstone says universities are prime targets because there’s a bigger chance for a large financial outcome.

Cut 7 (11)  “…release it.” 

Nearly a month ago, Southeastern Louisiana was the target of a cyberattack that impacted online classes, entry to dormitories, campus activities, sporting events, and more. Southeastern Louisiana Professor Dayne Sherman said it was a difficult situation.

Cut 8 (09)  “…thousand students.” 

More than 30 cyberattack incidents have occurred in the U.S. this year.

Senate Insurance Chairman Kirk Talbot says he will propose a bill to have the state Insurance Commissioner appointed instead of elected. Talbot says the individual selected should be qualified and ready to fight for the consumers.
Cut 4 (10) “…that office.”
Louisiana’s current Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon recently announced he is not running for re-election. He’s held the position since 2006. Donelon opposes Talbot’s legislation, because he believes voters should have a say in who represents them….
cut 3 (06) “….of the people”
Donelon also says other states who have appointed insurance commissioners, usually have them in place for about three years and the learning curve is high for this job.

At least seven Louisiana colleges have been hit with a cyberattack in the last four month. The attacks disrupted networking systems including education online learning platforms, the internet, email, and a possible threat to students and faculty personal information. TrustedSec Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hammerstone.
Cut 6 (08) “…capability.”
Among the schools impacted, Southeastern Louisiana, UNO and the LSU AgCenter.

Voters in Ouachita Parish have approved a property tax increase to fund the continued operation of an animal shelter and health unit as well as construction of a new shelter. Louisiana Humane Society President Jeff Dorson is glad to see voters approve the proposal, because there are a lot of parishes that do not even have an animal shelter…
cut 8 (11) “….or services”

Two of the three adults killed yesterday by a former student at The Covenant School in Nashville are from Louisiana. The head of school, 60-year-old Doctor Katherine Koonce, was a Baton Rouge native who went to University High and LSU. And substitute teacher, 61-year-old Cynthia Peak, grew up in Vernon Parish and attended Leesville High School.

Senate Insurance Chairman Kirk Talbot has authored legislation to either keep the Insurance Commissioner’s position as an elected position or an appointed one. Teiko Foxx has more…

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A petroleum company, Placid Refining, is moving its headquarters from Dallas to Baton Rouge. West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Director Anna Johnson says Placid Refining is also investing millions of dollars to upgrade its Port Allen refinery…

Cut 14 (11)  “…end of the year.”
The establishment of new corporate offices in Baton Rouge will create 20 new jobs.

In Ouachita Parish voters approved a millage increase to fund the construction of a new animal shelter. And while Louisiana Humane Society President Jeff Dorson is pleased for Ouachita, he says there are many more parishes that don’t provide animal services, so they are asking lawmakers to set aside funding from the budget surplus.

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In Desoto Parish voters rejected a millage increase for animal services.

A Sunset man has been arrested in St. Landry Parish in what is being called the largest drug bust for fentanyl in parish history. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre says the father – of six-year-old, Davonta Michel Jr., who was shot by his brother in February, has been charged with negligent homicide. 24-year-old, Davonta Michel Sr. of Raceland, has been arrested in the connection with the death of his son, Dvonta D.J. Michel Jr. The two boys found the gun in their father’s bedroom and the gun discharged while playing with it.

Republican Senate Insurance Chairman Kirk Talbot says he’s working on a bill that would have the state Insurance Commissioner position appointed instead of elected. Talbot says the bill would allow the Governor to assign a candidate or a board could submit candidates in the process.

Cut 5 (12) “…one of those names.”

Louisiana is one of eleven states who still elect the Insurance Commissioner.

Placid Refining – a petroleum company -will move its headquarters from Dallas to Baton Rouge. The state solidified the project with an incentives package that includes a modernization tax credit of up to $500,000 that West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Anna Johnson says would be good for the city’s economy.

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The company’s West Baton Rouge facility has been in operation since 1975.