Thibodaux Police make a second arrest in the death of 15-year-old Jairen Cole, who was shot several times in side a home there over the weekend. Earlier this week detectives arrested a 15-year-old for the crime. The second suspect arrested is only 12. TPD spokesman Clint Dempster says it’s sad when juveniles get into these situations…:

CUT 07    (05)   “…it’s heartbreaking.”

The incident remains under investigation. The motive for the crime is yet unknown.

The website DivorceAnswers.com says 38-percent of Louisiana couples who wanted to part ways wound up staying together for economic reasons. Legal analyst Doug Sunseri says he’s not surprised. Life is expensive, and divorce or legal separation can be costly and troublesome…:

CUT 14   (11)   “…financial standpoint.”

State Police are looking into an officer-involved shooting in Shreveport Wednesday. Troopers say cops responded to a call of a man loading guns into a vehicle, and when confronted he pointed a gun at them. They fired; hitting him. 32-year-old Charles Anthony is in critical condition.

A portion of last weekend’s historic football matchup between LSU and southern went viral after a loopy Tigers fan wandered onto the field…:

CUT 01    (33)    “….Thorington.”

Thibodaux Police make a second arrest in the death of 15-year-old Jairen Cole, who was shot multiple times inside a home on Saturday. Earlier this week detectives arrested a 15-year-old boy. The second boy arrested is only 12. TPD spokesman Clint Dempster says

Thibodaux Police make a second arrest in the death of 15-year-old Jairen Cole, who was shot multiple times inside a home on Saturday. Earlier this week detectives arrested a 15-year-old boy. The second boy arrested is only 12. TPD spokesman Clint Dempster says it’s sad to see juveniles in these situations…:

CUT 07(05)      “…it’s heartbreaking.”

The incident still remains under investigation. The motive for the crime is unknown as yet.

The website DivorceAnswers.com says 38-percent of Louisiana couples who wanted to part ways, wound up staying together for economic reasons. Legal analyst Doug Sunseri says he’s not surprised. Divorce or legal separation can be costly and troublesome…:

CUT 14(11)      “…financial standpoint.”

State Police are looking into an officer-involved shooting in Shreveport Wednesday. Troopers say cops responded to a call of man seen loading weapons in his vehicle, and when confronted he pointed a gun at them, causing them to fire on him. 32-year-old Charles Anthony is in critical condition.

A portion of last weekend’s historic match-up between LSU and Southern went viral after a loopy Tigers fan wandered onto the field…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Thorington.”

The incident still remains under investigation. The motive for the crime is unknown as yet.

The website DivorceAnswers.com says 38-percent of Louisiana couples who wanted to part ways, wound up staying together for economic reasons. Legal analyst Doug Sunseri says he’s not surprised. Divorce or legal separation can be costly and troublesome…:

CUT 14(11)      “…financial standpoint.”

State Police are looking into an officer-involved shooting in Shreveport Wednesday. Troopers say cops responded to a call of man seen loading weapons in his vehicle, and when confronted he pointed a gun at them, causing them to fire on him. 32-year-old Charles Anthony is in critical condition.

A portion of last weekend’s historic match-up between LSU and Southern went viral after a loopy Tigers fan wandered onto the field…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Thorington.”

Two juveniles are now in custody for the fatal shooting of a teenager from Assumption Parish. Whitney Thomas has more..
Cut 2 (33) “I’m Whitney Thomas.”

A 17-year-old Comeaux High School student in Lafayette was arrested for terrorizing and resisting arrest. Lafayette PD says the suspect allegedly told students not to go to school and that he was bringing a gun to shoot up the school. The juvenile was taken into custody at his home and booked into the Lafayette Juvenile Detention Home.

Senator John Kennedy says cities need to hire more police officers to reduce crime. He says it’s costly to hire more officers and deter retirement, but local governments shouldn’t use that as an excuse…
Cut 10 (11) “…use that money”
A recent study shows New Orleans could have the highest murder rate per capita in the nation for the first half of 2022

During LSU’s blowout victory over Southern, an individual walked onto the field during a play. He stood their for several seconds before Baton Rouge Police brought him to the ground. The video of the take down went viral and the officer who made the tackle, Corporal Don Coppola, spoke about the incident publicly for the first time on Talk 107-3 in Baton Rouge…
cut 5 (09) “….ended up well”
Coppola says he is a bit surprise the incident has gained so much attention.

Thibodaux Police make a second arrest in the death of 15-year-old Jaren Cole, who was shot multiple times inside a home there last weekend. Earlier this week, detectives arrested a 15-year-old male, charging him murder. TPD spokesman Clint Dempster says the second suspect in only 12…:

CUT 06(08)      “…definitely involved.”

The incident still remains under investigation. The suspected motive is still being withheld at this time. If you have further information contact Thibodaux Police.

U.S. Senator John Kennedy says if cities and towns want to reduce crime, they need to hire more cops. A recent study shows New Orleans could have the highest murder rate per capita in the nation for the first half of 2022. Kennedy says New Orleans needs to double its force and retain veteran cops…:

CUT 09(06)      “…retiring in droves.”

He says improving morale among cops will also help retain them.

The website DivorceAnswers.com discovered that 38 percent of Louisiana couples that seek separation renege due to financial dependency. Legal Analyst Doug Sunseri says Some couples conclude that the financial burden weighs more than the actual divorce, even the most complex situations can result in spouses staying together to avoid financial consequences…:

CUT 13(11)      “…case base.”

During the LSU-Southern game when an extra man walked onto the field the officer who ended up tackling him was Baton Rouge PD Spokesperson Don Coppola. On Talk 107.3 in Baton Rouge, Coppola talked with Brain Haldane about how video of the incident has gone viral…:

CUT 03(12)      “…been bad.”

The clip has even made Sean Hannity’s TV show on Fox News.

U-S Senator John Kennedy says there are several ways to reduce crime. Kennedy says cities and towns should hire more police officers, keep good police officers on the force and improve morale with the department. Kennedy says improving officer morale starts with elected officials standing behind their cops when they’re right, which is 99-percent o f the time…
Cut 11 (12) “…police officers”

The website DivorceAnswers.com discovered that 38 percent of Louisiana couples that seek separation renege due to financial dependency. Legal Analyst Doug Sunseri says most couples face a devastating reality when deciding to split.
Cut 12 (12) “.. upon divorce”
Sunseri says inflation only makes it harder for a couple to go through a divorce.

A portion of the historic match-up between LSU and Southern went viral after a Tiger fan walked onto the field. Brooke Thorington has more.
Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

State Police say the man shot by Shreveport officers yesterday was seen by his parents on surveillance video loading weapons into a vehicle. When officers arrived, LSP says 32-year-old Charles Anthony of Shreveport pointed a firearm at cops and that’s when Anthony was shot. He is in critical condition.

Senator John Kennedy says cities need to hire more police officers to reduce crime. He says it’s costly to hire more officers and deter retirement, but local governments shouldn’t use that as an excuse…

Cut 10 (11) “…use that money” 

A recent study shows New Orleans could have the highest murder rate per capita in the nation for the first half of 2022

During the LSU-Southern Game, Baton Rouge PD spokesperson Don Coppola was the officer who tackled the Tiger fan who just walked onto the field during the game. On Mornings with Brian Haldane, Coppola says the incident was most unusual because the fan just stood there with his hands on his hips.

Cut 4 (12) “…to continue.” 

Video of the incident has gone viral.

Two juveniles are now in custody after the shooting death of an Assumption Parish teen. Whitney Thomas has more.

Cut 2 (33) “I’m Whitney Thomas.”  

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says if cities and towns want to reduce crime, they need to hire more police officers. A recent study shows New Orleans could have the highest murder rate per capita in the nation for the first half of 2022. He says New Orleans needs to double its force and retain veteran cops…

Cut 9 (06)  “…retiring in droves”

Part of the Inflation Reduction act allows federal authorities to reinstate over 300 of the highest offshore lease bids from a lease sale last November. They were nullified by a federal judge earlier this year. Louisiana Oil & Gas Association (LOGA) President Mike Moncla says he’s grateful state Attorney General Jeff Landry continued to fight so the $190-million in lease investments can move forward.

Cut 8 (09)  “…the lease sales.”

The Department of Commerce is giving Louisiana two grants, one for a bioscience center at ULM and another for the New Orleans Jazz Museum. LED Secretary Don Pierson says $1.8 million will go to ULM and the museum will receive $1.1 million for improvements. He says both projects will benefit Louisiana economically.

Cut 12 (12) “..our state.” 

During the LSU-Southern game when an extra man walked onto the field the officer who ended up tackling him was Baton Rouge PD Spokesperson Don Coppola. Ever since video of the incident has gone viral.

Cut 3 (12) “…been bad.” 

Coppola says the viral video even ended up on Sean Hannity on Fox News.

As part of the Inflation Reduction Act, federal officials reinstate $ 190 million in canceled offshore oil & gas lease sales from last November. Kevin Gallagher looks at what this means for Louisiana…:

Cut 2 (29) “….I’m Kevin Gallagher.” 

After placing a 9-1-1 call threatening classmates a 17-year-old Comeaux High School student in Lafayette was arrested. Lafayette PD says the suspect allegedly told students not to go to school and that he was bringing a gun. The suspect was arrested at his home and booked into the Lafayette Juvenile detention Home for terrorizing and resisting arrest.

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has proposed a nationwide 15-week abortion ban. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says it does not have the votes to pass…

Cut 13 (08) “…if he did.”

Cassidy agrees with the U-S Supreme Court that abortion laws should be left up to the states.

The term quiet quitting is when an employee chooses to do the bare minimum at their job, UNO business professor Mark Rosa says the pandemic is certainly a contributing factor when many people were laid off or changed jobs thus forcing remaining employees to pick up the slack and it’s responsible for burnout.

Cut 5 (07) “…that remain.”

He says remote work has caused some to slack off due to lack of supervision.

We’ve all heard about the great resignation, now the newest buzz term is “quiet quitting,” but what does it actually mean? UNO business professor Mark Rosa says it’s employees that are purposely shirking their job duties and being less productive.
Cut 4 (09) “…other projects.”
Rosa says burnout is a common factor that causes quiet quitting.

As part of the Inflation Reduction act, signed this week by President Biden, federal authorities will reinstate over 300 of the highest offshore lease bids from a lease sale last November, but nullified by a federal judge earlier this year. Louisiana Oil & Gas Association (LOGA) President Mike Moncla says the news came as a surprise…:
Cut 7 (11) “…at some point.”

The U.S. Department of Commerce announces financial grants for a bioscience center at ULM and an expansion for the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Whitney Thomas has more.
Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

Multiple reports say a pregnant woman who was not able to get an abortion in Louisiana, despite the fetus lacking a skull, was able to terminate the pregnancy at a clinic in New York City. Monroe Senator Katrina Jackson says the hospital who denied Nancy Davis an abortion grossly misinterpreted the medical exceptions in Louisiana abortion ban law.

The U.S Department of Commerce announces a one-point-eight million dollar grant for a north Louisiana bioscience center. The new Biomedical Research and Innovation park will be located on the ULM campus. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says the project is expected to create 175 jobs in the Monroe area and they hope many of the employees are ULM grads.
Cut 10 (12) “… next generation.”

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has proposed a nationwide 15-week abortion ban. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy doesn’t expect the proposal to get the 60 votes needed to pass the Senate
cut 14 (08) “…hold stead”
Cassidy agrees with the Supreme Court that states should determine their own abortion laws.

Nearly a third of small business owners nationwide say inflation is the single largest problem in running their business, according to a survey by the National Federation of Independent Business. State Director Dawn McVae, says spending and plans to spend by small business owners remains historically weak and uncertainty remains high. She hopes 2022 can still end on a high note…:
CUT 25 (10) “…the year.”’

A recent Gallup poll finds that Quiet Quitters make up at least 50-percent of the U-S workforce. Quiet Quitting is a worker who does just what the job requires and the employee does not go above and beyond their duties. UNO Business Professor Mark Rosa says some employers are changing how they pay their workers, instead of a hourly wage, they have a base wage, and it can go up based on output, similar to commission
cut 6 (08) “….paid as much”