A proposal to abolish the death penalty failed to pass this year, but proponents are more optimistic about its chances going forward, citing the progress it made this year. New Iberia Representative Terry Landy says his bill got further this year than ever before, proof that legislative opinion may be shifting…

Cut 4 (12) “…conversation.”

Louisiana has not carried out an execution since 2010.

Legislation barring kids under the age of 16 from getting married awaits Governor Edwards signature after a last second push got it over the finish line before the end of the session. New Orleans Representative Stephanie Hilferty says the legislation is designed to push back against human trafficking that is often facilitated when older men marry young girls.

Cut 10 (07) “…states.”

The 2019 LSU baseball season finished with a heartbreaking 5-4 loss in 12 innings to Florida State. The Seminoles star third baseman Drew Mendoza singled home the winning run. LSU rallied back from a three-run deficit to tie the game at four, but could never get over the top. Tigers Coach Paul Mainieri says it was a great college baseball game

Cut 14 (12) “…hearts out.” (2x)

A cold front in June will bring the Bayou State cooler temperatures and lower humidity for the next few days. Davyon Hill with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says it’s rare to see a cold front in Louisiana in June

Cut 3 (12) “…exceptions.”

Hill says the cold front will drop high temperatures into the 80s tomorrow and the morning lows through Friday will be cool.

The 2019 LSU baseball season finished with a heartbreaking 5-4 loss in 12 innings to Florida State. Star third baseman Drew Mendoza singled home the winning run. Tigers Coach Paul Mainieri could have walked Mendoza, but decided to go after the Seminoles veteran number three-hitter…
Cut 13 (13) “on the ball.”
The loss ends the career of Antoine Duplantis as LSU’s all-time hits king finishes with 359 hits.

The death penalty is still in play in Louisiana, despite an effort in the legislative session to abolish lethal injections. New Iberia Representative Terry Landry says he’s encouraged about the effort’s momentum…
cut 5 (11) “….their mind”
Landry believes a bill to abolish the death penalty will pass next year.

Governor Edwards is expected to sign into law a measure that requires teenagers to be at least 16-years-old before they get married. The bill sailed through the Senate but ran into opposition in the House after influential religious groups raised concerns about barring teens who get pregnant from having to have a child out of wedlock. New Orleans Representative Stephanie Hilferty says that opposition prompted a compromise…
Cut 12 (11) “…16.”
Kids aged 16 and 17 will need judicial approval and parental consent before getting married.

Iberville Sheriff Brett Stassi has fired one of his deputies, who was accused of recording on his cellphone a woman having sex with a one-year-old child. Shaderick Jones has been charged with principal to first-degree rape and child porn. Authorities say there could be more victims. The woman in the videotape was also arrested and told detectives that she committed the act in exchange for not getting arrested on a traffic ticket charge.

LSU baseball could not keep its season going last night as Florida State punched its ticket to the College World Series with a five to four win over the Fighting Tigers in 12 innings. It’s the fourth time since 2012 that the Bayou Bengals’ season ended on their home field.

Governor Edwards signs legislation to extend foster care from 18 to 21-years-old. Kevin Barnhart has the story….
voicer 2 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Several high profile bills failed to gain legislative approval in the recently completed legislative session. One of them was a proposal to abolish the death penalty. But New Iberia Representative Terry Landry says opinions are changing on this issue and he has a bold prediction for next year…
cut 6 (09) “…my heart”
Louisiana has not carried out an execution since 2010.

A proposal that would prohibit teenagers under the age of 16 from getting married is awaiting the governor’s signature. New Orleans Representative Stephanie Hilferty says the proposed law also calls for 16 and 17-year-olds to receive judicial approval and parental consent before getting married. Hilferty says each prospective spouse will be interviewed separately by the judge, so they can vet out any potentially dangerous scenarios…
Cut 11 (09) “…free will.”

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That’s how it sounded at Alex Box Stadium last night as Florida State dogpiled in the infield after beating the Tigers 5-to-4 in 12 innings to sweep the Super Regional Series. LSU was ranked number one in the preseason but fails to make it to Omaha for a second straight year.

After a controversial legislative battle that drew international attention, Louisiana is set to bar kids under the age of 16 from getting married.
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

A proposal to abolish the death penalty failed to pass this year, but proponents are optimistic about its chances going forward. New Iberia Representative Terry Landy says his bill got further this year than ever before…
Cut 4 (12) “…conversation.”
Landry says incoming lawmakers, set to replace a third of the legislature that is term-limited, could be more progressive in their views on this issue.

Governor Edwards signs legislation that increases the maximum foster care age from 18 to 21-years-old. The Department of Children and Family Services says by expanding the program, they can help foster care teens transition into adulthood…
cut 7 (09) “…so much support”
That’s DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters who says the state received a three-million dollar grant to extend its foster care program.

Tough ending to a season with high expectations. The LSU baseball team rallied from a three-run deficit to tie the game at four in the eighth inning, only to lose 5 to 4 in 12 innings to Florida State as the Seminoles completed a sweep of the Tigers in the Super Regionals. Coach Paul Mainieri…
cut 14 (12) “…hearts out_ (2x)
LSU misses the College World Series for a second straight season.

Legislation barring kids under the age of 16 from getting married awaits Governor Edwards signature after receiving final legislative approval in the final hour of the legislative session. New Orleans Representative Stephanie Hilferty says the law is designed to push back against human trafficking that is often facilitated when older men marry young girls.
Cut 10 (07) “…states.”
16 and 17-year-olds will need judicial approval and parental consent before getting married.

The sponsor of this year’s failed attempt to abolish the death penalty has a bold prediction for next year’s legislative session…
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

A weak cold front will move across the state today, bringing us lower humidity levels and highs in the 80s tomorrow.

New Orleans musical icon and six-time Grammy winner Dr. John has died. Actor Harry Shearer and fellow New Orleans musician Irma Thomas remember the legendary artist.

Cut 1 (31) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Two of college baseball’s best programs meet for a best out of three Super Regional Series on today at Alex Box Stadium. The winner will advance to the College World Series. Kendall Rogers of D-1-baseball-dot-com says the Seminoles are playing their best baseball

Cut 12 (09)   “…right now.”

Fantasy sports legalization fails to get a final vote after a last second filibuster on the Senate floor from the same legislator who brought an ultimately doomed sports betting bill. Two bills had to be approved in the last fifteen minutes of the session for fantasy sports to be OK’d. The first passed by a comfortable margin, but when the second was brought up, Metairie Senator Danny Martiny took the floor and appeared to run out the clock. Fairness for Fantasy Sports spokesperson Ryan Berni …
Cut 7 (07) “….vote”
He adds it’s a travesty that one legislator would seek retribution for his failed legislation by snubbing voters that approved fantasy sports last year.
CBD sales were legalized in the same legislation that allows industrial hemp production. ATC Commissioner Juana Lombard says the kinds of CBD products available once retailers begin selling will be limited by what is FDA approved.

Cut 10 (09) “…beverages.”

A last-second filibuster kills fantasy sports legalization as the session came to an end Thursday. Matt Doyle has the story…

cut 2 (31) I’m Matt Doyle”  

Two of college baseball’s best programs meet for a best out of three Super Regional Series today at Alex Box Stadium.  Kendall Rogers of D-1-baseball-dot-com says both teams are pitching well and getting clutch performances at the plate and the Seminoles have the extra motivation of playing for their longtime head coach Mike Martin, who is retiring when the season ends…

Cut 14 (09) “…are rolling.” 

The winner will advance to the College World Series.

Six-time Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, and New Orleans native Dr. John has died. Fellow Big Easy musician Irma Thomas, who recorded several songs written by Dr. John, says she had heard of his recent illness, but his death still comes as a surprise, adding he’ll be greatly missed by the city.

Cut 4 (09) “…to New Orleans.” 

Dr. John was 77.

CBD sales were legalized in the same legislation that OK’d industrial hemp production, and the ATC has begun accepting applications from retailers interested in selling the products.

There was some public confusion about the legality of CBD products before the bill was signed, but ATC Commissioner Juana Lombard says before Thursday the law was clear…

Cut 11 (09) “…cracking down”

The temporary permit will last through January.

Two of college baseball’s best programs meet for a best out of three Super Regional Series today at Alex Box Stadium. LSU will start Cole Henry this afternoon and Landon Marceaux will start tomorrow. The Noles will pitch junior lefty Drew Parrish today and CJ Van Eyk in game two. Kendall Rogers of D-1-baseball-dot-com says Parrish and Van Eyk have stepped it up…

Cut 13 (12) “…next year’s draft” 
The winner will advance to the College World Series.
Fantasy sports legalization fails to get a final vote after a last second filibuster on the Senate floor from the same legislator who brought an ultimately doomed sports betting bill. Fairness for Fantasy Sports spokesperson Ryan Berni says it’s a travesty that one legislator would seek retribution for his failed legislation by snubbing over 60 percent of voters that approved fantasy sports last year.

Cut 6 (09) “…anyway”

Six-time Grammy winner, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, and New Orleans native Dr. John has died at 77. New Orleans actor Harry Shearer remembers Dr. John as one of the area’s legendary piano players.

Cut 3 (10) “…so gloriously.”

CBD sales were legalized in the same legislation that OK’d industrial hemp production, and the ATC has begun accepting applications from retailers interested in selling the products.

ATC Commissioner Juana Lombard says retailers will need to come in and apply like they would for an alcohol, but they won’t have to take out a newspaper posting. After that…

Cut 9 (12) “….registration.”

The temporary permit will last through January.

New Orleans musical icon and six-time Grammy winner Dr. John has died. Actor Harry Shearer and fellow New Orleans musician Irma Thomas remember the legendary artist.

Cut 1 (31) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Two of college baseball’s best programs meet for a best out of three Super Regional Series on Saturday at Alex Box Stadium. The winner will advance to the College World Series. Kendall Rogers of D-1-baseball-dot-com says the Seminoles are playing their best baseball

Cut 12 (09)   “…right now.”

Fantasy sports legalization fails to get a final vote after a last second filibuster on the Senate floor from the same legislator who brought an ultimately doomed sports betting bill. Two bills had to be approved in the last fifteen minutes of the session for fantasy sports to be OK’d. The first passed by a comfortable margin, but when the second was brought up, Metairie Senator Danny Martiny took the floor and appeared to run out the clock…

Cut 7 (07) “….vote”

That’s Fairness for Fantasy Sports spokesperson Ryan Berni who says it’s a travesty that one legislator would seek retribution for his failed legislation by snubbing voters that approved fantasy sports last year.

CBD sales were legalized in the same legislation that allows industrial hemp production, and the ATC is now accepting applications from retailers interested in selling the products. ATC Commissioner Juana Lombard says the kinds of CBD products available once retailers begin selling will be limited by what is FDA approved.

Cut 10 (09) “…beverages.”

New Orleans has lost one of its most recognizable voices as six-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dr. John has passed away following a heart attack. New Orleans actor Harry Shearer remembers Dr. John as one of the area’s legendary piano players.

Cut 3 (10) “…so gloriously.”

Fantasy sports legalization fails to get a final vote after a last second filibuster from Metairie Senator Danny Martiny, who attempted to get his sports betting effort passed by amending it onto the fantasy sports bill, only to see the attempt undone earlier in the day when a conference committee agreed to strip the amendment. Martiny alleges dirty tricks were employed to prevent sports gambling from getting a fair shake, and said this as he filibustered fantasy sports…

Cut 8 (07) “…treated.”

Martiny’s sports betting bill would have allowed voters in each parish to approve or reject sports betting.

CBD sales were legalized in the same legislation that allows industrial hemp production, and the ATC is now accepting applications from retailers interested in selling the products. There was some public confusion about the legality of CBD products before the bill was signed, but ATC Commissioner Juana Lombard says before yesterday the law was clear…

Cut 11 (09) “…cracking down”

Two of college baseball’s best programs meet for a best out of three Super Regional Series on Saturday at Alex Box Stadium. LSU will start Cole Henry tomorrow afternoon and Landon Marceaux will start Sunday. Florida will pitch junior lefty Drew Parrish on Saturday and CJ Van Eyk in game two. Kendall Rogers of D-1-baseball-dot-com says Parrish and Van Eyk have stepped it up…

Cut 13 (12) “…next year’s draft” 

The winner will advance to the College World Series.