A Tangipahoa Parish man is sentenced to 35 years for raping a juvenile and will undergo chemical castration. Tangipahoa D.A. Scott Perrilloux says 34-year-old Ryan Clark pleaded guilty earlier this month. Clark must serve at least 25 years of his sentence and undergo the procedure if or when he is released. The state law allowing chemical (and in some cases physical) castration has been around since 2008.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Detectives are investigating a home invasion that killed a local business owner. Sheriff’s Captain Tony Moran says 71-year-old Mark Hailey – who owns a popular Shreveport crawfish shop – was discovered Tuesday night. The coroner says his death was due to blunt and sharp force trauma. Moran says detectives are working to identify the person or persons responsible for this senseless act of violence…:

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Robotic surgery is revolutionizing medicine, and did you know the state’s only dental robot is in Pineville…?

CUT 02(30)      “…Thorington.”

Northern Louisiana could get some rough weather this evening. Rain, thunderstorms and even hail. LRN Meteorologist John Wetherbee says all that will shift tomorrow to Southeast Louisiana…:

CUT 10(09)      “…Friday evening.”

Pretty cool weather is coming in behind.

The owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish in Shreveport was killed in what authorities are calling a home invasion at his Natchitoches Parish residence…:
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Most of the northern half of the state is under a slight risk for severe weather this afternoon and tonight as a result of strong cold front that will kick up spring storms. L-R-N Meteorologist John Wetherbee says watch for hail…:

CUT 09(07)      “…through the state.”

Crude oil dropped below $70 a barrel in trading Wednesday, for the first time in more than a year. So, what does that mean for consumers at the pump? AAA fuels analyst Don Redman says demand for crude is down, due to two bank collapses, the ongoing Ukraine conflict…:

CUT 07(10)      “…on politics.”

He says budget for gas at around $3.00 through the spring.

If you were told one of only 150 dental robots in the world was in Louisiana, the city of Pineville most likely wouldn’t be your first guess. Dr. Jonas Gauthier of Today’s Dental says since January they’ve performed dozens of dental implant surgeries with the Yomi Robotic Dental System and it drastically reduces recovery time…:

CUT 12(12)      “…for the patients.”

A Shreveport business owner was found dead Tuesday evening. The owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish, 71-year-old, Mark Hailey was discovered in his residence on Jim Bell Road near Campti. Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Captain Tony Moran says Hailey’s truck was missing but they received a lead in the case on Wednesday.

Cut 4 (08)  “…near Natchitoches.” 

Crude oil dropped below $70 a barrel in trading Wednesday, for the first time in more than a year. So, what does that mean for consumers at the pump? Triple A analyst Don Redman says a drop in prices goes against what we typically see in the Spring when fuel costs increase due to demand and the transition to summer-grade gasoline.

Cut 6 (09)  “…fall accordingly.” 

Redman believes the drop in crude oil prices is reflective of the markets after the collapse of a couple of banks.

27-year-old, Dillion James, convicted in the December 2021 attack on a newspaper delivery driver in Rosepine was sentenced to eight years in prison  – the maximum sentence for his second-degree battery conviction. Vernon Parish District Attorney Terry Lambright.

Cut 13 (09) “…the wrong.” 

His brother Douglas James received a similar sentence in October.

Congressman Garret Graves introduces a bill to streamline federal disaster recovery assistance for storms and hurricanes. Graves says the current federal disaster recovery processes take years to get the necessary funding to local governments trying to assist communities and businesses in need.

Cut 10 (10)  “…or spend the dollars.”

The Natural Disaster Recovery Program Act would create block grants under FEMA for “unmet needs.”

On his monthly radio call-in show, Governor Edwards talked about minimum wage and a gubernatorial candidate who’s fought against it. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

Public Service Commissioner Mike Francis announces his candidacy for Secretary of State. Francis tells The Advocate he’s met with several clerks of court who’ve asked him to run. The Republican will challenge fellow party member and incumbent Kyle Ardion.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Detectives are investigating a home invasion that killed a local business owner Tuesday night. 71-year-old, Mark L. Hailey, owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish in Shreveport was found unresponsive in his home. Natchitoches Police Captain Tony Moran says Hailey’s body was discovered by a relative who went to do a wellness check.

Cut 3 (09) “…the residence.” 

Preliminary autopsy results point to blunt force trauma as the cause of death.

24-year-old Dillon James has been sentenced to eight years in prison, one of the years has been suspended, for beating up a 67-year-old newspaper delivery person at his grandfather’s home in Rosepine. His brother, Douglas Paul James of DeRidder received a similar sentence last October. Vernon Parish D-A Terry Lambright…

Cut 15 (10)  “…of crime.”

During the governor’s monthly call-in radio show, John Bel Edwards weighed in on the 2023 governor’s race. Edwards said the former leader of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Stephen Waguespack is a good person, but they have profound policy disagreements. Edwards says L-A-B-I has been a staunch opponent of raising the minimum wage from $7.25 an hour….

Cut 8 (07) “…about that.”

State Education is launching a grant program for schools to use towards funding a single point of entry for their campus to increase student safety. Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says 42 grants of half a million each will be awarded and while safety is at the forefront for modern construction of schools…

Cut 5 (11) “…employees safe.”

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves has introduced legislation to streamline federal disaster recovery assistance for storms and hurricanes.

Graves says if passed it will help clear red tape and bureaucratic log jams that delay storm victims returning to their homes…:

Cut 12 (12)  “…out the door faster.”

The 13th-seeded Ragin Cajuns head are 11.5 point underdogs heading into tonight’s NCAA first round matchup against Tennessee in Orlando. Senior Forward Terrence Lewis says they’ve prepared for this game like the 34 other games they’ve played this year…

Cut 18 (14) “…perfectly fine”

Tip off tonight is at 8:40.

Louisiana Department of Education Education plans to increase student safety by funding a single point of entry for campuses across the state through a new 21-million-dollar grant program.  Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says more than 40 grants of half a million each will be awarded. He says a webinar on the application process for the one-time funding will be held for school principals today.

Cut 6 (05)  “…after that.” 

Governor John Bel Edwards talked about his efforts to raise the state’s minimum wage on his monthly radio show “Ask the Governor,” and how gubernatorial candidate Stephen Waguespack opposed increasing living wages for Louisianans. Edwards thinks Waguespack will be silent on the topic over the next several months.

Cut 9 (06)  “…his campaign.”

Edwards is supporting former Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson in the governor’s race.

Congressman Garret Graves introduces a bill to streamline federal disaster recovery assistance for storms and hurricanes. Graves says the current federal disaster recovery processes take years to get the necessary funding to local governments trying to assist communities and businesses in need.

Cut 10 (10)  “…or spend the dollars.”

The Natural Disaster Recovery Program Act would create block grants under FEMA for “unmet needs.”

The second man convicted in the December 2021 attack on a newspaper delivery driver in Rosepine has been sentenced. 24-year-old, Dillion James was sentenced to eight years in prison  – the maximum sentence for his second-degree battery conviction. Vernon Parish District Attorney Terry Lambright .

Cut 13 (09) “…the wrong.” 

His brother Douglas James received a similar sentence in October.

Congressman Garret Graves introduces legislation aimed at clearing federal red tape and bureaucracy in hurricane recovery assistance…:
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

U-S Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says House Majority Leader Steve Scalise’s Lower Energy Costs Act is dead on arrival if it reaches the U-S Senate. Scalise says the bill will restore energy independence, but Schumer says the legislation will lock America into the most dirty, expensive and volatile sources of energy.

On his monthly radio call-in show “Ask the Governor,” Governor John Bel Edwards talked about raising the state’s minimum wage and how Republican Stephen Waguespack who’s running to replace him, has thwarted his efforts.
Cut 7 (11) “…by Waguespack.”
Waguespack resigned from L-A-B-I last week to run for governor and is one of five main Republicans running for governor.

The only running 24-year-old Dillon James will do over the next seven years is at the jail yard as he was sentenced to eight years in prison, one of the years suspended, for beating up 67-year-old newspaper delivery man Woodie Banks, in December 2021. Vernon Parish District Attorney Terry Lambright says the assault took place at James’ grandfather’s home in Rosepine…
cut 14 (10) “….his eyes”

During the governor’s monthly call-in radio show, John Bel Edwards weighed in on the 2023 governor’s race. Edwards called the latest entry into the race, the former leader of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry Stephen Waguespack, a good person, but they have profound policy disagreements. Edwards says L-A-B-I has been a staunch opponent of raising the minimum wage from $7.25 an hour….
cut 8 (07) “…about that”
Edwards is supporting Democrat Shawn Wilson in the race for governor.

24-year-old Dillon James has been sentenced to eight years in prison, one of the years has been suspended, for beating up a 67-year-old newspaper delivery person at his grandfather’s home in Rosepine. James brother, Douglas Paul James of DeRidder received a smiliar sentence last October. Vernon Parish D-A Terry Lambright…
cut 15 (10) “…of crime”

The owner of Fat Daddy’s Crawfish in Shreveport has been killed in a home invasion that took place in Natchitoches Parish. 71-year-old Mark Hailey was found inside his home unresponsive late Tuesday night. The coroner says he died from apparent blunt and sharp-force trauma. Authorities say Hailey’s truck was also stolen, but recovered the next morning.

As part of the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Louisiana will issue $21 million in grants for schools to increase campus safety. Brooke Thorington explains.
Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The state Department of Education is making 21-million dollars in federal money available for schools to use towards hardening their perimeter so that there is a single point of entry on school campuses. Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says 42 grants of half a million dollars each will be awarded. He says some schools might only need minor adjustments others more substantial.
Cut 4 (10) “…an application.”
Brumley says the grants can be used to add fencing, locks, cameras, or install metal detectors.

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves is co-authoring legislation to expediate disaster recovery funding to impacted communities. Graves says the bill will improve the recovery process after hurricanes in both the short and long term. He expects federal lawmakers in coastal states to support the bill, but….
cut 11 (09) “…something that’s important”

On his monthly radio call-in show, Governor Edwards talked about minimum wage and a gubernatorial candidate who fought against it. Teiko Foxx has more…
Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

As part of the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, Louisiana will issue $21 million in grants for schools to increase campus safety. Brooke Thorington explains.

Cut 1 (29)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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On his monthly radio call-in show, Governor Edwards talked about minimum wage and a gubernatorial candidate who’s fought against it. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

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Congressman Garret Graves introduces legislation aimed at clearing federal red tape and bureaucracy in hurricane recovery assistance…:

Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.” 

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State Education is launching a grant program for schools to use towards funding a single point of entry for their campus to increase student safety. Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley says 42 grants of half a million each will be awarded. He says some schools might only need minor adjustments others more substantial.

Cut 4 (10)  “…an application.”

Brumley says the grants can be used to add fencing, locks, cameras, or install metal detectors.

A single point of entry is considered best practice and Brumley says that’s a priority for the modern construction of schools.

Cut 5 (11) “…employees safe.”

A webinar to further explain the application process for the one-time funding will be held for school principals today.

Cut 6 (05)  “…after that.” 

The state received $21 million for the grants from the federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022.

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On his monthly radio call-in show “Ask the Governor,” Governor John Bel Edwards talked about raising the state’s minimum wage and how Republican Stephen Waguespack who’s running to replace him, has thwarted his efforts.

Cut 7 (11) “…by Waguespack.”

The state has been stagnant at $7.25 for more than a decade.

Cut 8 (07) “…about that.”

Edwards believes most Louisianans want to increase the minimum wage to help workers support their families. He thinks Waguespack will avoid the topic altogether on the campaign trail.

Cut 9 (06)  “…his campaign.”

The primary is October 14th.

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District 6 Congressman Garret Graves introduces legislation aimed at streamlining federal disaster recovery assistance for storms and hurricanes. On Talk 107.3 in Baton Rouge, Graves says current disaster recovery programs are bogged down in costly federal red tape that only an expert can negotiate, which leaves storm-ravaged local governments few options in trying to help residents…:

Cut 10 (10)  “…or spend the dollars.”

The Natural Disaster Recovery Program Act would create block grants under FEMA for “unmet needs,” and it empower local governments to decide where and when to best spend those dollars. Graves co-sponsors the bill with Congressman David Rouzer of North Carolina; a state that has seen its share of hurricanes and knows the problems with major storm recovery. Graves says getting support for the bill from fellow coastal states is not a concern, but…:

Cut 11 (09)  “… something that’s important.”

Graves says, if passed and signed by the President, the bill will help clear red tape and bureaucratic log jams that delay storm victims returning to their homes…:

Cut 12 (12)  “…out the door faster.”

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The second man convicted in the December 2021 attack on a newspaper delivery driver in Rosepine has been sentenced. 24-year-old, Dillion James was sentenced to eight years in prison  – the maximum sentence for his second-degree battery conviction. Vernon Parish District Attorney Terry Lambright .

Cut 13 (09) “…the wrong.” 

Because of a post-conviction motion filed by James’ defense, the sentencing was delayed until this week. James was sentenced by 30th Judicial District Judge Tony C. Bennett, who suspended one year of the eight-year sentence.

Cut 14 (10)  “…his eyes.”

James and his brother, Douglas Paul James, 33, of DeRidder, were found guilty of beating Woodie Blanks – after he delivered a newspaper to James’ grandfather’s home on Catfish Hut Road. Lambright says the safety of the residents in Vernon Parish is his priority.

Cut 15 (10)  “…of crime.”

James brother, Douglas Paul James of DeRidder, received a similar sentence last October.

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The 13th seeded Ragin Cajuns are 11.5 point underdogs heading into tonight’s NCAA first round matchup against Tennessee in Orlando. Coach Bob Marlin says he kept an eye on the Volunteers this season…

Cut  16 (14)  “..going to Orlando.” 

Marlin expects a battle in the paint…

Cut 17 (11) “…rebounding team.” 

The Cajuns are 26 and 7 on the season and won the Sun Belt Tournament to receive an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament. Senior Forward Terrence Lewis says they’ve prepared for this game like the 34 other games they’ve played this year…

Cut 18 (14) “…perfectly fine”

Tip-off tonight is at 8:40.

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Cut 19 (18) “…in there”

Cut 20 (22)  “…of schedule”