Today is election day in 38 parish. Polls opened at 7am and close at 8pm. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin encourages everyone to vote today and he also wants to remind voters due to COVID-19 some polling places have been relocated. To find you polling place you can use the Geaux Vote mobile app or geauxvote-dot-com that’s g-e-a-u-x vote.

Three women who allegedly assaulted a Baton Rouge Chili’s worker for asking them to social distance have been arrested. A video of the event sparked national outrage, and Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the case rightfully had the public’s interest…

Cut 4 (10)“ ..Crime Stoppers 

A gofundme account for the victim, 17-year old Kelsy Wallace has raised close to $60 thousand to help pay for college. Wallace plans to attend Xavier University and major in pre-med.

Governor John Bel Edwards says once flu shots are available folks need to line up and get one or our healthcare capacity could be pushed to its limits in the upcoming fall season due to COVID-19.

Cut 7 (07) “…care delivery system..”

Louisiana scores another 205 million dollars from BP oil spill money to help address coastal land loss and ecological issues.  Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says over $25 million will be put toward oyster-related projects, including the construction of two brood reefs in St. Bernard Parish. The reefs will be closed to harvesting but are located near open harvesting areas.

Cut 13 (10) “…can eat them.” 

Haase says $3 million will be going toward a system that is in place to respond to injured marine mammals

48-year old Tammy Dabney, 27-year old Rodneka Dabney, and 46-year old Erica Dabney have all been charged in the assault of a Baton Rouge Chili’s hostess that was caught on camera. The incident allegedly began when the victim, 17-year old Kelsy Wallace asked the group the women were a part of to follow social distancing requirements. Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the young girl had to be treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.

Cut 5 (10)  “this happens”

A GoFundMe account has been set up for Wallace.

Governor Edwards pleads with residents to get a flu vaccination this year to preserve medical capacity for fall COVID patients. Edwards says this year’s vaccination is not yet available, but when it is, you’ll hear about it.

Cut 8 (06) “…shot this year.”

The fate of New Orleans Mardi Gras parades in 2021 is still up in the air after krewes met Thursday and came to no definitive decision on the matter. The heart of the season is set for early-mid February next year, but there’s no indication a vaccine will be widely available by then. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s been some suggestions addressing that problem…

Cut 10 (06) “…weeks”

Fat Tuesday is February 16^th in 2021.

The husband of Nancy Parker, the New Orleans news anchor who was killed in a plane crash a year ago tomorrow is suing the FAA for $23 million. Glen Boyd claims that the FAA was negligent when it approved the flight that crashed on Aug. 16, last year killing Parker and pilot Franklin J.P. Augustus. The lawsuit alleges FAA officials allowed the flight to proceed even though the plane had a history of mechanical issues and had maintenance problems that delayed the flight the day of the crash.

Today is election day in 38 parishes. Polls opened at 7 am and close at 8 pm. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin encourages everyone to vote today and he also wants to remind voters due to COVID-19 some polling places have been relocated. To find your polling place you can use the Geaux Vote mobile app or geauxvote-dot-com that’s g-e-a-u-x vote.

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes met to discuss next year’s season, with the result being a clear message that no one knows if it will actually happen. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s not a lot of optimism about having large scale parades in the Crescent City, but he cautions…

Cut 9 (11) “…parades.”

He also adds that funding for the creation of floats is up in the air as some krewes are having difficulty securing membership dues do to the uncertainty.

The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill money for a variety of projects to help recover from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $176 million will be used to build marshland in the upper Barataria Basin

Cut 12 (11) “…the Mississippi River.”

Governor John Bel Edwards expresses concern over the upcoming flu season.  Edwards says the message is clear about the flu vaccine this year.

Cut 6 (06) “…past or not.”

Edwards says the combination of having spikes in both COVID and flu cases at the same time could be detrimental to medical facility capabilities.

Baton Rouge Police arrest three women for allegedly assaulting a teenage worker at Chili’s, who was trying to enforce social distancing. A cell phone captured the attack on the hostess, who told a large group of women they could not be seated together. Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the public helped with the investigation.

Cut 3 (08)  “…three individuals”  

48-year old Tammy Dabney is charged with aggravated second-degree battery, while 27-year old Rodneka Dabney and 46-year old Erica Dabney were charged with disturbing the peace and simple battery.

The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $3 million will be going toward a system that is in place to respond to injured marine mammals.

Cut 14 (07) “…the save them.”

The state department of public health has obtained a temporary restraining order against a Lincoln Parish restaurant after excessive non-compliance. The department says the most recent visit to The Peking Palace in Ruston on Wednesday confirmed again that the restaurant was violating the Governor’s Proclamation prohibiting self-service buffets. A hearing is scheduled for August 21^st.

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes are not sure if they will roll next year. Matt Doyle has the story.

cut 2 (28) “I’m Matt Doyle”  

48-year old Tammy Dabney, 27-year old Rodneka Dabney, and 46-year old Erica Dabney have all been charged in the assault of a Baton Rouge Chili’s employee that was caught on camera. The incident allegedly began when the victim, 17-year old Kelsy Wallace asked the group the women were a part of to follow social distancing requirements. Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the young girl had to be treated at a local hospital for minor injuries.

Cut 5 (10)  “this happens”

A GoFundMe account has been set up for Wallace.

Governor Edwards says once flu shots are available folks need to line up and get one or our healthcare capacity could be pushed to its limits in the upcoming fall season due to COVID-19.

Cut 7 (07) “…care delivery system..”

The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill money for a variety of projects to help recover from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $176 million will be used to build marshland in the upper Barataria Basin

Cut 12 (11) “…the Mississippi River.”

$25 million will be put toward oyster-related projects, and five million towards injured marine mammal response.

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes met to discuss next year’s season, with the result being a clear message that no one knows if it will actually happen. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s a lot of pessimism over the fate of 2021 parades, but while those may be up in the air he says it appears that Mardi Gras balls will likely be suspended.

Cut 11 (12) “this year”

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes are not sure if they will roll next year. Matt Doyle has the story.

cut 2 (28) “I’m Matt Doyle”  

Governor Edwards expresses concern over the upcoming flu season.  Edwards says the message is clear about the flu vaccine this year…

Cut 6 (06) “…past or not.”

Edwards says the combination of having spikes in both COVID and flu cases at the same time could be detrimental to medical facility capabilities. This year’s flu vaccination should be available in the coming weeks.

Baton Rouge Police arrest three women for allegedly assaulting a teenage worker at Chili’s, who was trying to enforce social distancing. Cell phone captured the attack on the hostess, who told a large group of women they could not be seated together. Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the public helped with the investigation.
Cut 3 (08)  “…three individuals”  
A GoFundMe account has been set up for 17-year old Kelsy Wallace, the victim of last weekend’s attack.
The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill money for a variety of projects to help recover from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $176 million will be used to build marshland in the upper Barataria Basin
Cut 12 (11) “…the Mississippi River.”
Haase says over $25 million will be put toward oyster-related projects and $3 million is going toward a system that is in place to respond to injured marine mammals.

Three women have been arrested in connection with the assault of a Baton Rouge Chili’s hostess.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington”  

Governor Edwards pleads with residents to get a flu vaccination this year to preserve medical capacity for fall COVID patients. Edwards says this year’s vaccination is not yet available, but when it is, you’ll hear about it.

Cut 8 (06) “…shot this year.”

The fate of New Orleans Mardi Gras parades in 2021 is still up in the air after krewes met last night and came to no definitive decision on the matter. The heart of the season is set for early-mid February next year, but there’s no indication a vaccine will be widely available by then. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s been some suggestions addressing that problem…

Cut 10 (06) “…weeks”

Fat Tuesday is February 16^th in 2021.

The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill money for a variety of projects to help recover from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $3 million will be going toward a system that is in place to respond to injured marine mammals.

Cut 14 (07) “…the save them.”

Louisiana scores another 205 million dollars from BP oil spill money to help address coastal land loss and ecological issues.  Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says over $25 million will be put toward oyster-related projects, including the construction of two brood reefs in St. Bernard Parish. The reefs will be closed to harvesting, but are located near open harvesting areas.

Cut 13 (10) “…can eat them.” 

$176 million will be used to build marshland in the upper Barataria Basin.

Three women who allegedly assaulted a Baton Rouge Chili’s worker for asking them to social distance have been arrested. A video of the event sparked national outrage, and Baton Rouge Police Sgt Don Coppola says the case rightfully had the public’s interest…

Cut 4 (10)“ ..Crime Stoppers 

Governor Edwards expresses concern over the upcoming flu season, and is imploring people to get a flu shot once they become available. Edwards says the combination of having spikes in both COVID and flu cases at the same time could be detrimental to medical facility capabilities.

Cut 7 (07) “…care delivery system..”

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes met to discuss next year’s season, with the result being a clear message that no one knows if it will actually happen. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s a lot of pessimism over the fate of 2021 parades, but while those may be up in the air he says it appears that Mardi Gras balls will likely be suspended.

Cut 11 (12) “this year”

Fat Tuesday is February 16^th in 2021.

Baton Rouge Police have arrested three women who allegedly physically assaulted a teenage restaurant hostess because they could not dine at the same table. Sergeant Don Coppola says the young girl had to be treated at a local hospital for her injuries…
cut 5 (10) “…this happens”
The three women arrested range in ages from 27 to 48-years-old.

The state is receiving another $205 million in BP oil spill money for a variety of projects to help recover from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster. Executive Director of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Bren Haase says $176 million will be used to build marshland in the upper Barataria Basin.
Cut 12 (11) “…the Mississippi River.”

New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes are not sure if they will roll next year. Matt Doyle has the story.
cut 2 (28) “I’m Matt Doyle”

The state reported nearly 13-hundred new COVID-19 cases today and 28 more deaths, which brings the state’s death toll to 43-hundred. Hospitalizations continue to fall as that number dropped by 38 to 1,243.

Grambling State has increased security after one person was shot last night on campus. The school says the victim is recovering at a local hospital and is a non-student. The shooting remains under investigation.

Last night Mardi Gras Krewes from across New Orleans met to discuss next year’s season, with the result being a clear message that no one knows if it will actually happen. Mardi Gras Guide publisher Arthur Hardy says there’s not a lot of optimism right now about having large scale parades in the Crescent City, but he cautions…

Cut 9 (11) “…parades.”

He also adds that funding for the creation of floats is up in the air as some krewes are having difficulty securing membership dues do to the uncertainty.

Governor Edwards expresses concern over the upcoming flu season.  Edwards says the message is clear about the flu vaccine this year.

Cut 6 (06) “…past or not.”

The state reports 1,300 new COVID-19 cases but does register another drop in hospitalizations.

Three women have been arrested in connection with the assault of a Baton Rouge Chili’s hostess. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington”