Louisiana has expanded COVID vaccine eligibility to anyone 16 years and older with certain health conditions, including asthma, hypertension, diabetes, smokers, and people who are overweight. Edwards says the list of health conditions for eligibility can be found on the state department of health’s website.

Cut 3 (14)  “…to the vaccine”  

Les Miles is out as the head football coach at Kansas University after reports surfaced last week where Miles acted inappropriately with female students at LSU and was told to quit texting them. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says the 67-year-old’s coaching days are likely over

Cut 6 (10) “…yeah.”

President Biden declares Louisiana a major disaster after two winter storms last month. Deputy Director of the Governor’s Office Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Casey Tingle says it allows homeowners and renters in affected parishes to be eligible for assistance if they sustained damage.

Cut 12 (10) “ …Louisiana.” 

Tingle says this will also assist city and parish governments to pay for clean-up from the storms.

State Treasurer John Schroder tells Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster he will not be taking a COVID vaccine. Schroder says instead of getting vaccinated he’s under a doctor’s care and building his immune system. Schroder, a COVID survivor, was hospitalized in early December.

Cut 11 (08) “say that..”

Governor Edwards made a major announcement today, on the one-year anniversary of the first reported case of COVID in Louisiana.

Cut 4 (14) “…vaccine.” 

Those 16 and older are eligible for the Pfizer vaccine and 18 and older for the Moderna and Johnson and Johnson vaccine.

Les Miles is no longer the head football coach at Kansas University after reports that surfaced last week where Miles acted inappropriately with female students at LSU and was told to quit texting them. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says the sexual misconduct allegations were initially hard to believe because Miles was considered a family man.

Cut 8 (10) “…long time ago.”

State Treasurer John Schroder tells Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster he will not be taking a COVID vaccine. Schroder was asked about the substantial expansion in vaccine eligibility this morning. Instead of getting vaccinated Schroder says he’s under a doctor’s care and is focusing on making sure his immune system is strong.

Cut 10 (10) “…system.” 

Schroder was hospitalized with COVID last December.

Today is the one-year anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Louisiana. Chief of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Julio Figueroa says looking back most likely COVID was already spreading in February, well before testing was available.

Cut 4 (10)“…COVID-19.”

Five days later the first confirmed death was recorded in the state from COVID.

State Treasurer John Schroder tells Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster he will not be taking a COVID vaccine. Schroder was asked about the impending substantial expansion in vaccine eligibility. He says…

Cut 9 (07) “…vaccine”

Governor Edwards will hold a briefing at noon announcing the expansion for COVID vaccine eligibility.

Former LSU football coach Les Miles has been fired at Kansas after allegations of sexual misconduct were made public last week during his time at LSU. Taylor Sharp has the story.

Cut 2 (31) …I’m Taylor Sharp.”  

Former LSU President F. King Alexander released a statement that he regrets not taking stronger action against Miles when he was at LSU. Alexander says at the time attorneys told him there was not enough evidence to support termination. Alexander, who is now at Oregon State, says the inquiry found Miles actions were inconsistent with LSU’s community values and he should have acted further

Les Miles is out as the head football coach at Kansas University after reports that surfaced last week where Miles acted inappropriately with female students at LSU. Allegations ranging from texting, attempting to kiss a student, and performing unwanted touching. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says Kansas had no choice but to let him go.

Cut 7 (12) “…any level”

The Attorney General’s Office releases the sexual harassment complaint filed against top aide Pat Magee that resulted in his 38-day suspension and docking of his salary. The complaint includes numerous allegations of harassment by Magee, who still works for the office. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the report may be costly for AG Jeff Landry.

Cut 13 (09) “…official.”

Louisiana’s pre-GRAMMY celebration is going all virtual this year and you can stream it live tonight starting at 7 PM. Matt Doyle has the story.

Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Matt Doyle.” 

Governor Edwards will hold a briefing at noon today where he’s expected to announce a major expansion in COVID-19 vaccination eligibility. According to a memo that’s been sent to the Louisiana Independent Pharmacies Association the vaccine will be available for adults with certain preexisting conditions following his announcement this afternoon. Today is the one-year anniversary of the first reported case of COVID in Louisiana.

The sexual harassment complaint against a top attorney in the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office has been released and it shows that Pat Magee made several unprofessional comments about female workers in the office, including expressing that one woman should be deployed as a co-counsel because male jurors would want to have sex with her. Magee was put on leave and disciplined financially but still works for A-G Jeff Landry. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says that could create a problem for Landry down the road…
cut 15 (09) “…the public”

Today marks one year since the first COVID case was confirmed in Louisiana. Chief of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans Doctor Julio Figueroa says unlike other viruses, COVID-19 is unique in that some people are asymptomatic but can still spread the virus.
Cut 5 (07)“…of time.

Les Miles is out as the head football coach at Kansas University as a result of the reports that surfaced last week where Miles acted inappropriately with female students at LSU and was told to quit texting them. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says the 67-year-old’s coaching days are likely over…
cut 6 (10) “…yeah”
Miles’ attorney has denied the allegations that were investigated in 2013 that include kissing a student and performing unwanted touching.

The NBA and its players association are donating three million dollars to Historically Black Colleges and Universities as a result of money raised during Sunday’s NBA All-Star game. Grambling State President Rick Gallot says 90-percent of students at Grambling receive some type of financial aid and their portion of the NBA’s donation will go directly towards students.
Cut 11 (06) “…scholarships”

On this date last year, the Louisiana Health Department confirmed its first coronavirus case. Chief of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans Doctor Julio Figueroa says a short time later, the state was experiencing its first surge in cases, testing hospital capacity in southeast Louisiana…
cut 6 (11) “….locally”
Five days later after the first case was confirmed, the state reported its first death from the virus, a 58-year-old man in Orleans Parish.

Sixty-seven-year-old Les Miles has likely coached his last game as he’s been fired as the head football coach of the Kansas Jayhawks, three days after he was placed on administrative leave after accusations became public that he acted inappropriately towards female students while coaching at LSU.

Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Attorney General Jeff Landry’s handling of alleged sexual harassment and sexist behavior by one of his top aides could damage his rumored future run for Governor…
Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Matt Doyle.”

The NBA and its players’ association have donated three million dollars to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Grambling State President Rick Gallot credits Vice President Kamala Harris for putting H-B-C-U’s in the spotlight…
cut 12 (08) “….previously”

Today is the one-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 case in Louisiana, Brooke Thorington talks with a physician about the early days of COVID.
Cut 1 (31) “…Brooke Thorington.”

According to an email sent to pharmacies, Governor John Bel Edwards will expand the eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine allowing individuals from 16 years old and up to get the vaccine if they also have certain health conditions. Edwards has called for a noon press conference.

The Attorney General’s Office has released to the Advocate the sexual harassment complaint filed against a top aide for A-G Jeff Landry. The complaint alleges Pat Magee made sexist comments about women in the office, there are also accusations of inappropriate touching and emails. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says this could hurt Landry’s chances if he runs for governor in 2023. He says Governor Edwards faced similar criticism about one of his aides who resigned as a result of sexual harassment allegations…
cut 14 (09) “….explaining it”
Magee still works in the A-G’s office but he was suspended for 38 days.

Lt Governor Billy Nungesser is holding a virtual grammy celebration tonight at 7 PM across Louisiana Travel’s social channels…
cut 7 (05) “….artists”
The show will feature performances by Bobby Rush, the New Orleans Nightcrawlers, Sweet Cecilia, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd with Buddy Flett.

Today is the one-year anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Louisiana. Chief of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Julio Figueroa says looking back, COVID was likely spreading in February…
Cut 4 (10)“…COVID.”
Governor John Bel Edwards will mark the one-year anniversary of the first COVID case by expanding vaccine eligibility to anyone over 16 who suffer from certain health conditions. A press conference is set for noon.

The Attorney General’s Office releases the sexual harassment complaint filed against top aide Pat Magee that resulted in his 38-day suspension and the 20,000 dollar docking of his salary. The complaint includes numerous allegations of harassment and sexist comments by Magee, who still works for the office. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the report may be costly for AG Jeff Landry.
Cut 13 (09) “…official.”

Kansas has fired former LSU football coach Les Miles. Miles has been let go after allegations surfaced last week that the coach acted inappropriately with female student workers while working in Baton Rouge.

Sunday’s NBA All-Star game helped raise three million dollars for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. And Grambling State President Rick Gallot says Major League Baseball is hosting an event this weekend focusing on Grambling and Florida A&M.
Cut 10 (08) “…universities.”

Today is the one-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 case in Louisiana, Brooke Thorington talks with a physician about the early days of COVID.

Cut 1 (31) “…Brooke Thorington.”

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Louisiana’s pre-GRAMMY celebration is going all virtual this year and you can stream it live tonight starting at 7 PM. Matt Doyle has the story.

Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Matt Doyle.” 

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Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Attorney General Jeff Landry’s handling of alleged sexual harassment and sexist behavior by one of his top aides could damage his rumored future run for Governor. Matt Doyle has the story.

Cut 3 (32)  “…I’m Matt Doyle.”  

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Today is the one-year anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Louisiana. Chief of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Julio Figueroa says looking back most likely COVID was already spreading in February, well before testing was available.

Cut 4 (10)“…COVID-19.”

Figueroa says unlike other viruses, COVID-19 is unique in that some people are asymptomatic but are still able to spread the virus.

Cut 5 (07)“…of time.”

Now that we know the main route of transmission is through respiratory droplets that spread when you are in close contact with a carrier, carnival season only enabled the virus to circulate faster in Louisiana.

Cut 6 (11) “…locally.”

Five days later after the first case was confirmed, the state reported its first death from the virus a 58-year-old man in Orleans Parish.

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This year Louisiana’s pre-GRAMMY celebration is going all-virtual and will be streamed live online tonight starting at 7 PM.

Louisiana artists account for more than a dozen nominations this year. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says they’ll have a few of those artists like Bobby Rush, Kenny Wayne Shepard, and Sweet Cecilia playing tonight’s show…

Cut 7 (05)  “…artists.”

The show will be streamed live on Louisiana Travels’ social media pages.

Nungesser says they’ll be live from the Mint in the French Quarter but the program will highlight attractions, history, and artists from all over the state.

Cut 8 (10) “…COVID.”

Nungesser says they’re excited to put on a great program but it is hopefully the first, and last time they have to do the show all virtually.

Cut 9 (11) “….this year.”

The GRAMMYs kicks off Sunday at 7 PM.

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It might have LeBron James’s team that scored the most points in Sunday’s NBA All-Star game, but the real winner is Historically Black Colleges and Universities that’s receiving three million dollars from the game. President of Grambling State University, Rick Gallot says even Major League Baseball is hosting an event this weekend focusing on Grambling and Florida A&M.

Cut 10 (08) “…universities.”

Gallot says 90-percent of students at Grambling receive some type of financial aid and their portion of the NBA’s donation will go directly towards students.

Cut 11 (06) “…schholarships”

There’s been a lot of attention on HBCU’s recently and Gallot credits Kamala Harris for being the first graduate of an HBCU to become Vice President for putting them in the spotlight.

Cut 12 (08) “…previously. ”

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The Attorney General’s Office releases the sexual harassment complaint filed against top aide Pat Magee that resulted in his 38-day suspension and the 20,000 dollar docking of his salary.

The complaint includes numerous allegations of harassment and sexist comments by Magee, who still works for the office. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the report may be costly for AG Jeff Landry.

Cut 13 (09) “…official.”

The complaint was filed on November 20^th. Among other things, the report alleges a number of times when Magee discussed women’s appearance in relation to situations that impacted their career advancement. An internal investigation conducted by an outside law firm into the matter reported Magee’s comments were “joking in nature” and “there were no allegations nor findings of any requests for sexual favors; inappropriate workplace touching; nor sexual overtures.”

Pinsonat says like the Johnny Anderson scandal that plagued Governor Edwards’ run for reelection Landry will be haunted by this situation should be run for Governor in 2023.

Cut 14 (09) “…explaining it.” 

Anderson, a one-time aide to the Governor, resigned following the accusations by a staffer.

Pinsonat says the fact that Magee continues to work for the AG despite the allegations could prove to be a problem down the road.

Cut 15 (09)“….the public.”

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After losing a weekend series to Oral Roberts, the 15th ranked LSU Baseball team returns to the diamond tonight to begin a five-game week as they will host Texas Southern. After scoring one run in a loss on Sunday, Coach Paul Mainieri is eager for Cade Doughty to return to the starting line-up after missing the weekend series with a left shoulder injury…

Cut 16 (12) “…(x2)yesterday.”

Mainieri is also looking for more consistency from the bullpen. He says Blake Money has looked good and so have a couple of the other new relievers…

Cut 17 (15) “…bit more.”

The Tigers enter tonight’s game with a 9-3 record. Mainieri says despite the series loss to Oral Roberts, starting pitchers A-J Labas and Landon Marceaux pitched well

Cut  18 (16) “…shutout starts.”

About 100 students staged a sit-in in front of the LSU Football Operations building earlier today protesting the schools handling of sexual misconduct cases and calling for the firing of athletic administrators Verge Ausberry and Miriam Segar based on findings released last week in the Husch Blackwell report…

Cut 12 (12) “ …responsible.” 

LSU interim president Thomas Galligan suspended Ausberry for 30 days and Segar for 21-days without pay.

In more fallout linked to the athletic program’s handling of those cases Kansas placed former Tigers and current Jayhawks head coach Les Miles on Administrative leave after reports that Miles acted inappropriately with female student workers while at LSU. Legal analyst Tim Meche wonders if K-U officials will use this opportunity to fire Miles…

Cut 5  (07)  “…his buyout.” 

A 29-year-old New Orleans man was allegedly murdered in Jefferson Parish after meeting someone through an online marketplace app to sell his dirt bike. JP Sheriff Joe Lopinto says since the start of last year they’ve seen two armed robberies, one simple robbery, two thefts, and now a homicide connected with these marketplace sales.

Cut 11 (10) “..it to”

Authorities are seeking 1^st Degree Murder charges against the alleged gunman 20-year-old Jalen Harvey.

The convention industry is holding out for a big bounce back once the pandemic clears. Co-Chair of Meetings Mean Business Fred Dixon says they surveyed convention clients and found 8 out of 10 say they would like to attend in-person conferences in the near future again and the survey also revealed that digital meetings are losing popularity…

Cut 8 (10) “…its feet.”