Entergy is prepared to ask the Public Service Commission today if it can charge customers more than $3 billion to cover storm repair costs over the last two years…
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Governor John Bel Edwards is in Delaware this morning as he’s set to testify before the US Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. The governor’s office says Edwards will discuss the importance of coastal restoration in the face of climate change.

A bill filed for the regular legislative session seeks to aid those who use a gun to defend their property during a riot or other social disorder. Oil City Representative Danny McCormick is the bill sponsor. The Caddo Parish Republican says his bill expands on what can be considered a “justifiable homicide”…:
Cut 10 (09) “…or burn down your home.”
He says watching the riots in 2020 caused him to bring the bill.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is facing criticism after photos surfaced of a maskless mayor at a Mardi Gras ball, even though Cantrell has imposed an indoor mask mandate. New Orleans spokesperson Beau Tidwell says Cantrell only removed the mask while eating and drinking and taking pictures and the city’s mask mandate remains in place through the Mardi Gras season…
cut 14 (08) “…this time”

Entergy is prepared to ask the Public Service Commission today if it can charge customers more than $3 billion to cover storm repair costs over the last two years. If Entergy’s request is approved, households would see a surcharge of $10 per month added to their bills for the next 15 years. PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell plans to vote no.
Cut 4 (09) “…pay it all.”
Today’s P-S-C meeting begins at 10 AM in Metairie

Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell is once again attempting to pass her “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act,” after last year’s legislative effort forced the first veto session in modern history. The bill prohibits a female sports team from allowing athletes who are not biologically female to participate.
Cut 7 (07) “…of this bill.”
Governor Edwards vetoed the bill because he called it mean-spirited and searching for a problem that doesn’t exist. The override attempt fell two votes short of a two-thirds majority in the House.

A bill for the regular legislative session next month would expand what constitutes “justifiable homicide.” Kevin Gallagher reports on a bill to allow the use of a gun to defend one’s property from rioters…:
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Members of Louisiana’s Congressional delegation express concern as Russian forces show signs of invading Ukraine. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff deputies face manslaughter charges after Sheriff Joe Lopinto says lethal force was not justified in the fatal shooting of Daniel Vallee in Marrero last week. The two deputies turned themselves in Monday night and were booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Facility.

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Lake Charles is ready to revitalize its lakefront. 2022 has seen a number of new businesses announce their intentions to open locations on the lakefront, bringing food, entertainment, and recreational activities to the long underdeveloped area. It’s been 17 years since talks began on how to bring it back, and Mayor Nic Hunter is glad that things are finally in motion.

Cut 6 (12) “…on our lakefront.”

Hunter says that many of the businesses are expected to be up and running by early next year.

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Former St. Tammany Sheriff Jack Strain will spend the rest of his life behind bars as a judge sentenced Strain to four life sentences, plus another 30 years on top of that. Strain was convicted in November on aggravated rape and incest charges. A mother of one of the victims blames herself for not doing more

Cut 14 (13) “…thought.”

Strain also faces sentencing in federal court on a bribery charge.

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Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff deputies are charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of a Marrero man last week. Brooke Thorington reports the shooting came as deputies surrounded Daniel Vallee’s SUV…:

CUT 01(32)      “…Brooke Thorington.”

Lafayette Police are investigating a fatal crash yesterday that claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy. It happened Monday afternoon, and closed down a busy intersection on Louisiana Avenue for quite some time. The boy died from injuries sustained in the wreck. The investigation of the crash is ongoing.

Louisiana’s delegates in Congress are speaking up, as Russia appears to be invading eastern Ukraine. Senator Bill Cassidy says economic sanctions backed Russia down when Reagan was in office…:

CUT 09(12)      “…you name it.”

Congressman Mike Johnson, from Shreveport, says the Biden White House has done too little, too late…:

CUT 11(11)      “…this dilemma.”

Johnson believes the U.S. should have supplied Ukraine with anti-tank missiles and defense systems.

Former St. Tammany Sheriff Jack Strain has been sentenced to four life sentences, plus another 30 years; his punishment after being found guilty of aggravated rape and incest. The 60-year-old Strain served as St. Tammany Parish’s top LEO from 1995 to 2016.

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy supports strong economic sanctions against Russia as Vladimir Putin’s forces move into eastern Ukraine. Cassidy says Louisiana can help play a role in weakening Russia financially as that country relies heavily on revenue from natural gas…:

CUT 10         (12)    “…less money.”

Shreveport Congressman Mike Johnson says it may be too late to avoid a conflict…:

CUT 12         (10)    “…responds to is strength.”

The state Department of Health reports 1574 new cases of COVID 19, with 701 people in the hospital with the virus. They also confirm 3 deaths of kids under 18; two of them under 5, the third was much older. LDH recommends all kids 5 and older get the shots.

Lake Charles is ready to revitalize its lakefront. 2022 has seen a number of new businesses announce their intentions to open locations on the lakefront, bringing food, entertainment, and recreational activities to the long underdeveloped area. Mayor Nic Hunter says the centerpiece will be called Port Wonder, with family attractions…:

CUT 07         (12)    “…Wildlife & Fisheries.”

He says development should be getting underway soon.

Houma Police are investigating the shooting of an innocent bystander at a Carnival parade Sunday night. Cops says fight broke out between two groups attending the parade, shots rang out, everyone scattered; leaving one person with a wound from a stray bullet. A 15-year-old carrying a pistol was found and arrested for attempted 2nd-degree murder and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile.

Members of Louisiana’s Congressional delegation express concern as Russian forces show signs of invading Ukraine. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 02(31)      “…Jeff Palermo.”

A Lake Charles man is behind bars; accused of sexual contact with a minor. The female victim, who is under 15, came forward to authorities with a complaint about 46-year-old Bobby Treaster, who’s facing 7 counts of sexual battery and one count of rape. His bond was set at just over a half-million dollars.

Former St. Tammany Sheriff Jack Strain will spend the rest of his life behind bars as a judge sentenced Strain to four life sentences, plus another 30 years on top of that. Strain was convicted in November on aggravated rape and incest charges. A mother of one of Strain’s victims spoke with reporters after the sentencing hearing..:

CUT 13(08)      “…Jack hurting him.”

The 60-year-old Strain served as the top lawman in St. Tammany Parish from 1995 to 2016. He also faces another sentencing on federal bribery charges.

Two Jefferson Parish deputies face manslaughter charges after investigators say their use of lethal force in the February 16^th shooting of Daniel Vallee in Marrero was not justified. Sheriff Joe Lopinto…:

CUT 03(10)      “…point in time.”

The officers spent several minutes trying to get an armed Vallee out of his car. When he sounded the horn suddenly they fired; killing him.

Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff deputies are charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Daniel Vallee in Marrero last Wednesday. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Jack Strain was sentenced to four life terms plus 30 years following Strain’s November conviction on aggravated rape and incest charges. Each of the life sentences were mandatory for the aggravated rape charges. Strain was also found guilty on two counts of aggravated incest, one count of sexual battery, and one count of indecent behavior with a juvenile.

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Lake Charles is ready to revitalize its lakefront. 2022 has seen a number of new businesses announce their intentions to open locations on the lakefront, bringing food, entertainment, and recreational activities to the long underdeveloped area. It’s been 17 years since talks began on how to bring the area back, and Mayor Nic Hunter is glad that things are finally in motion.

Cut 6 (12) “…on our lakefront.”

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U-S Senator Bill Cassidy supports strong economic sanctions against Russia as reports indicate Russian forces have moved into eastern Ukraine. He says sanctions worked against Russia when President Ronald Regan was in office.

Cut 9 (12) “…you name it.”

Cassidy says Louisiana can help play a role in weakening Russia financially as that country relies heavily on revenues from natural gas.

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Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff Deputies, Issac Hughes and Johnathan Louis face manslaughter charges after investigators say lethal force was not justified in the February 16^th shooting death of Daniel Vallee in Marrero. Sheriff Joe Lopintto says the deputies turned themselves in Monday night and were booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Facility.

Cut 5 (06) “…defense here.”

Lopinto says that force was justified in the incident but not lethal after Valle refused to exit his car and then started the vehicle.

U-S Senator Bill Cassidy supports strong economic sanctions against Russia as reports indicate Russian forces have moved into eastern Ukraine. Cassidy says Louisiana can help play a role in weakening Russia financially as that country relies heavily on revenue from natural gas…

Cut 10 (12)  “…less money.” 

Governor Edwards says Louisiana has an action plan in place for spending $600 million in federal funds to aid in Hurricanes Laura and Delta recovery. David Grubb has more…

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Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff deputies, Issac Hughes and Johnathon Louis face manslaughter charges after investigators say lethal force was not justified in the February 16^th arrest of Daniel Vallee in Marrero. Sheriff Joe Lopinto says Valle was repeatedly asked to get out of his car, but he didn’t cooperate and started the car.

Cut 4 (10) “…this case.”

Lopinto says the two deputies have cooperated with investigators and their testimony matched body cam footage.

Grand Isle Councilman Elgene Gary, faces sexual battery charges related to the assault of two minors. Louisiana State Police Trooper Ross Brennan 78-year old Gary turned himself in Monday and they are asking for assistance.

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U-S Senator Bill Cassidy supports strong economic sanctions against Russia as reports indicate Russian forces have moved into eastern Ukraine and Cassidy says this establishes Russian President Vladimir Putin as an enemy of freedom. He says sanctions worked against Russia when President Ronald Regan was in office

Cut 9 (12) “…you name it”

President Biden is expected to announce new sanctions against Russia this afternoon. But Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson blames the Biden Administration for not doing more sooner…

Cut 11 (11)   “..this dilemna”  

Johnson says it’s probably too late to avoid a conflict at this point and that the U-S should have supplied Ukraine anti-tank missiles and defense systems.

Two Jefferson Parish Sheriff deputies face manslaughter charges after Sheriff Joe Lopinto says lethal force was not justified in the fatal shooting of Daniel Vallee in Marrero last week. Lopinto says deputies surrounded Vallee’s S-U-V as he refused to get out. He says shots were fired at Vallee when his hands dropped and hit the horn
Cut 3 (10) “…point and time.”
Officers encountered Vallee as they answered a noise complaint at a known crack house.

A 78-year-old Grand Isle man who serves on the coastal town’s city council has been arrested for felony sexual battery. State Police say they believe Elgene Gary sexually assaulted two minors over the span of many years. Trooper Ross Brennan says they encourage other possible victims to come forward…
cut 15 (09) “….right now”
Brennan says if you have more information on Gary, contact the State Police Special Victim’s Unit

Louisiana has submitted its action plan to the feds for spending $600 million in federal disaster aid for Hurricanes Laura and Delta. The state proposes using the grant money for homeowner assistance, creating affordable housing, and other programs. Nearly $200 million would be dedicated to infrastructure. Pat Forbes, executive director of the Office of Community Development, says those dollars remove a tremendous burden for local governments.
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Six seniors on the Menard High School Baseball team served as pallbearers for 94-year-old Ralph Lambert. Lambert served in the Air Force from 1950 to 1974 and there were no nearby relatives around to use as pallbearers. So Menard Baseball Coach Jordan Marks says his players stepped up and the reaction has been very positive…
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