Lawmakers will return to the state capitol on Tuesday to begin a three-week redistricting session to redraw the political boundaries for the state legislature, the U-S House, BESE, the Public Service Commission and Louisiana Supreme Court. Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says some of the remapping work will be tricky…
Cut 13 (09) “…really, really tough.”
The session must end on February 20th.

A federal judge in Washington D-C has invalidated a Gulf of Mexico oil and gas lease sale that took place in November where a record one-point-seven million acres were sold. Judge Rudolph Contreras expressed concern over the impact on the climate, but Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says canceling the November lease sale will result in more dependence on foreign oil….
cut 5 (10) “….its frustrating”
Moncla has asked the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office to look into appealing the ruling.

Two years ago this month, Joe Burrow led the LSU Tigers to a national championship, now he has the Cincinnati Bengals in the Super Bowl for the first time in 32 years. Burrow rallied the Bengals past the Kansas City Chiefs for a 27-24 overtime victory.

Remember, When Joe Burrow received his Heisman trophy, he talked about the poverty in southeast Ohio where he grew up. Since then, the Joe Burrow Hunger Relief Fund has helped those in need. Cara Brook President of the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio says it’s making a huge difference.
Cut 10 (11) “…what they could.”
Visit-Joe-Burrow-Fund-dot-org to donate.

An Associated Press report has found out that Governor John Bel Edwards knew within hours Ronald Greene died after a violent, lengthy struggle with State Troopers, but Greene’s family was told he died in a car crash at the end of a police chase. Greene’s deadly May 2019 arrest occurred as Edwards was up for re-election. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it could have been damaging to Edwards if it became public that Greene died after he was beaten by troopers…

Cut 9 (07) “…point though.”

After the AP released video of the arrest, Edwards called the troopers’ actions unprofessional and disturbing and even used the word criminal. Greene’s arrest remains under a federal investigation, no charges have been filed.

Lawmakers will return to the state capitol on Tuesday to begin a three-week redistricting session to redraw the political boundaries for the state legislature, the U-S House, BESE, the Public Service Commission, and Louisiana Supreme Court. The session must end on February 20th and Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says some of the remapping work will be tricky…

Cut 13 (10) “…really, really tough.”

A federal judge in Washington has invalidated a Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale over concerns it will harm the climate by producing more planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says its disappointing Judge Rudolph Contreras supports the Biden Administration’s energy policy…

Cut 4 (08) “…all doubled.”

With mobile sports betting live the Louisiana Department of Health wants bettors to be aware of the potential for addiction and how to deal with it.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m David Grubb.”

In Bossier City, Corey Jackson is charged with Second Degree Cruelty to a Juvenile. Police say after Jackson brought in his four-month-old son to the ER on Tuesday with a medical emergency it was later discovered the child also had multiple injuries from non-accidental trauma. The child’s condition is listed as critical but expected to worsen due to brain swelling. Jackson’s bond is set at $350,000.

An Associated Press report has found out that Governor John Bel Edwards knew within hours Ronald Greene died after a violent, lengthy struggle with State Troopers. The May 2019 arrest happened as Edwards was up for re-election that he won over Republican businessman Eddie Rispone with 51-percent of the vote. Support among black voters helped the governor secure a second term. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says many supporters are likely disappointed Edwards didn’t do more after hearing details about Greene’s arrest…

Cut 10 (09)  “…his legacy” 

When video of the arrest was made public two years later, Edwards called the troopers’ actions unprofessional, disturbing, and even used the word criminal. Greene’s arrest remains under a federal investigation, no charges have been filed.

An Associated Press report shows Governor Edwards knew that State Troopers were involved in a violent struggle with Ronald Greene but didn’t say anything despite conflicting reports about Greene’s death.

Cut 2 (40)…I’m Jeff Palermo.”  

The governor’s office also announced that Kevin Richard will replace Kimberly Lewis as Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Lewis has accepted a position at LSU.

A federal judge in Washington has invalidated a Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale over concerns it will harm the climate by producing more planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says its disappointing Judge Rudolph Contreras supports the Biden Administration’s energy policy…

Cut 4 (08) “…all doubled.” 

Online sports wagering is now available in the in 55 parishes that approved it in Louisiana. The ease of access to gaming through mobile devices is of particular concern to Robert Henson, Program Manager at the Office of Behavioral Health, which treats addictive gambling disorders…

Cut 8 (12) “…a casino per se.”  
For help with compulsive gambling, call 877-770-7867.

An Associated Press report shows Governor Edwards knew that State Troopers were involved in a violent struggle with Ronald Greene, but didn’t say anything despite conflicting reports about Greene’s death. Here’s Jeff Palermo.

Cut 2 (40)…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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The governor’s office also announced that Kevin Richard will replace Kimberly Lewis as Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Lewis has accepted a position at LSU.

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A federal judge in Washington has invalidated a Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale over concerns it will harm the climate by producing more planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says its disappointing Judge Rudolph Contreras supports the Biden Administration’s energy policy…

Cut 4 (08) “…all doubled.”

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Saints executive vice president and General Manager Mickey Loomis provided an update on the status of the team’s head coaching search on Friday. With the Senior Bowl coming up next weekend and the NFL scouting combine just a month away, Loomis understands the time crunch but says the Saints won’t be rushed.

Cut 14 (12) “…diligent about that.”

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An Associated Press report reveals that Governor John Bel Edwards knew within hours Ronald Greene died after a violent, lengthy struggle with State Troopers, but Greene’s family was told he died in a car crash at the end of a police chase. Greene’s deadly May 2019 arrest occurred as Edwards was up for re-election. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it could have been damaging to Edwards if it became public that Greene died after he was beaten by troopers…
Cut 9 (07) “…point though.”
After the AP released video of the arrest, Edwards called the troopers’ actions unprofessional and disturbing and even used the word criminal.

Mardi Gras parade participants in New Orleans have been told by the city they must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before they roll. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy.
Cut 5 (08) “…let’s do it.”
Mardi Gras parades were canceled last year due to the ongoing pandemic.

Louisiana residents can now place legal sports bets over the phone or on their computers. Robert Henson, with the Office of Behavioral Health at LDH, treats addictive gambling disorders and offers this advice.
Cut 6 (10) “…time doing it.”
For help with compulsive gambling, call 877-770-7867.

Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis provided an update on Friday afternoon on the status of the team’s search for a new head coach. New Orleans is the last team to begin its search, but Loomis doesn’t believe that will have an impact on finding the right person.
Cut 12 (12) “…circumstances are different.”
Loomis says there’s a lot of interest in the Saints job.

An Associated Press report released today shows Governor John Bel Edwards knew the day after Ronald Greene died that he was involved in a lengthy and violent struggle with State Troopers. That contradicts the statement Greene’s family got from State Police which said he died in a car crash following a police chase. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says Edwards will face criticism that he didn’t more in the immediate aftermath of Greene’s 2019 death…
cut 11 (07) “…against them”
A federal investigation continues into Greene’s death.

Mardi Gras Parade participants must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before the procession in New Orleans this year. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says Mayor LaToya Cantrell has assured everyone the Carnival is a go this year.
Cut 4 (10) “…we’re going.”
Health officials say despite the high prevalence of omicron they believe Carnival can be held safely.

Today is the first day Louisiana residents in 55 parishes can place online legal sports bets. The ease of access to gaming through mobile devices is of particular concern to Robert Henson, Program Manager at the Office of Behavioral Health, which treats addictive gambling disorders…
Cut 8 (12) “…a casino per se.”
For help with compulsive gambling, call 877-770-7867.

For the first time since 2006 the Saints are looking for a new head coach. General Manager Mickey Loomis said today this search has very little in common with the search that resulted in the hiring of Sean Payton 16 years ago…
cut 13 (15) “….a head coach”

Today’s the first day of legal mobile sports betting in Louisiana. The state health department wants bettors to be aware of the potential for addiction and how to deal with it…
Cut 1 (34) “…I’m David Grubb.”

An Associated Press report shows Governor John Bel Edwards knew the day after Ronald Greene died in May of 2019 that there was a violent, lengthy struggle with troopers. While the governor had that info, Greene’s family was told he died in a car crash from a police chase that ended in Union Parish.

Mardi Gras parade riders and other participants, like marching bands and dance troupes, must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before the procession in New Orleans. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says city leaders are doing all they can to keep the event safe and allow the parades to roll.
Cut 3 (08) “…COVID free.”
In addition to COVID requirements for parade riders, Arthur says krewe captains must also enforce mask requirements for Mardi Gras balls which fall under the indoor mask mandate.

15-to-17-year-olds who commit violent crimes in the 15th Judicial District – which includes Acadia, Lafayette, and Vermilion parishes – will be tried as an adult, instead of going through the juvenile court system. District Attorney Don Landry says it’s an effort to reduce the growing number of juvenile crimes…:
CUT 13(09) “…as adults.”
Since July 2020, eight 15 to 17-year-olds have been charged with murder in the 15th JDC.

An Associated Press report has found out that Governor John Bel Edwards knew within hours Ronald Greene died after a violent, lengthy struggle with State Troopers. The May 2019 arrest happened as Edwards was up for re-election that he won over Republican businessman Eddie Rispone with 51-percent of the vote. Support among black voters helped the governor secure a second term. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says many supporters are likely disappointed Edwards didn’t do more after hearing details about Greene’s arrest…

Cut 10 (09)  “…his legacy” 

When video of the arrest was made public two years later, Edwards called the troopers’ actions unprofessional, disturbing, and even used the word criminal. Greene’s arrest remains under a federal investigation, no charges have been filed.

Mobile sports betting is now online in Louisiana and Robert Henson with the Office of Behavioral Health, which treats addictive gambling disorders, says approximately one percent of the US population has some type of gambling disorder and says you should be aware of the warning signs.

Cut 7 (11) “…the truth out.” 

Mardi Gras parade participants in New Orleans must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before they roll. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says krewe captains must also enforce mask requirements for balls which fall under the indoor mask mandate.

Cut 5 (08) “…let’s do it.”

Mardi Gras parades were canceled last year due to the ongoing pandemic.

An Associated Press report has found out that Governor John Bel Edwards knew within hours Ronald Greene died after a violent, lengthy struggle with State Troopers, but Greene’s family was told he died in a car crash at the end of a police chase. Greene’s deadly May 2019 arrest occurred as Edwards was up for re-election. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says it could have been damaging to Edwards if it became public that Greene died after he was beaten by troopers…

Cut 9 (07) “…point though.”

After the AP released video of the arrest, Edwards called the troopers’ actions unprofessional and disturbing and even used the word criminal. Greene’s arrest remains under a federal investigation, no charges have been filed.

The state reports 2,088 COVID hospitalizations which are down 99 from Thursday and 62 new fatalities.

Robert Henson, with the Office of Behavioral Health at LDH, treats addictive gambling disorders and with mobile sports wagering online in Louisiana he advises a few precautions.

 Cut 6 (10) “…time doing it.” 

Parade participants must show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test 72 hours before the procession in New Orleans this year. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says Mayor LaToya Cantrell attended the Mardi Gras Advisory Council meeting and wanted to assure attendees that Carnival is a go this year.

Cut 4 (10) “…we’re going.”

Health officials in New Orleans say despite the high prevalence of omicron they believe Carnival can be held safely.