Iconic UL Lafayette Baseball Coach Tony Robichaux has died after undergoing multiple surgeries following a heart attack. Robichaux became the head coach in Lafayette in 1995. He won over 900 games at U-L. The voice of Ragin Cajuns Jay Walker says the program’s success led to the construction of one of the finest college baseball stadiums in the country…
Cut 13 (10) “…without Tony.”  (2x)
Robichaux was 57.

Tomorrow is July 4th and pyromaniacs are crowding firework stands to celebrate America’s independence with a boom.  Every year folks get busted for shooting fireworks in jurisdictions where it’s outlawed, so how can you be sure it’s legal in your area? State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says you can call your city and parish authorities, but there’s an easier way…

Cut 9 (06) “…and use.”

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. Blanco served as governor from 2004 to 2008. She did not seek a second term because of mounting criticism for her administration’s handling of the recovery from two devastating hurricanes. But Blanco says, in the end, Louisiana became a better state

Cut 5 (12) “…thrive in.”

New HIV cases in the state drop to their lowest numbers in over a decade according to the Louisiana Health Department, with a 12% decline in newly diagnosed cases over the past three years.  Assistant Secretary of Public Health  Dr. Alex Billioux says it is possible the H-I-V cases have dropped to the lowest rate since the 80’s.
Cut 6 (12) “…in the state.”
In 2018, 989 cases were diagnosed.

The longtime head baseball coach at U-L Lafayette, Tony Robichaux, has passed away at the age of 57 after suffering from a heart attack. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Baton Rouge stalwart Bogie’s bar, a popular spot for LSU students just south of the campus, has served with an eviction notice and will close on Saturday. The owner of the property refused to comment on the matter, but the eviction notice says the lease for the property was terminated due to failure to pay rent. The proprietor of Bogie’s says he hopes to eventually reopen the establishment at the same location.

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. It’s another honor for Blanco who is battling cancer in Lafayette. This October she will also be inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame. The state’s 54th governor appreciates the love she’s receiving in her final days…

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Blanco served as governor from 2004 to 2008.

New HIV cases in the state drop to their lowest numbers in over a decade according to the Louisiana Health Department, Assistant Secretary of Public Health Dr. Alex Billioux says there are still hurdles to clear in dropping the number of new cases even further as many people still do not want to be tested.

Cut 8 (06) “…concerns about HIV.”

There’s been a 12 percent decline in cases in the last three years.

Iconic UL Lafayette Baseball Coach Tony Robichaux has died after undergoing multiple surgeries following a heart attack. The voice of Ragin Cajuns Jay Walker says their hearts are shattered, but their faith is not, which is what Coach Robe would want during this time of sorrow

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Robichaux passed away at 57. The Crowley native suffered a heart attack on June 23rd and underwent two surgeries.

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. A dedication ceremony took place last night and the state’s only female governor was there…
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Blanco, who is currently battling cancer, served as governor from 2004 to 2008.

Tomorrow is July 4th and pyromaniacs are crowding firework stands to celebrate America’s independence with a boom.  Once you’re ready to start firing off the pyrotechnics, State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says make sure you have two things close by…

Cut 11 (07) “…out.”

New HIV cases in the state drop to their lowest numbers in over a decade according to the Louisiana Health Department, with a 12% decline in newly diagnosed cases over the past three years.  Assistant Secretary of Public Health Dr. Alex Billioux says several factors contribute toward the decrease in the spread of the disease, including expanding testing and moving faster to get those infected on the medications they need soon.

Cut 7 (07) “…in uninsured populations.”

In 2018, 989 cases were diagnosed.

A record 48.9 million Americans are expected to make a trip for the 4th of July, a 4.1 percent increase over last year. AAA Analyst Don Redman says locally in the Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas region, 4.7 million people will travel…

Cut 4 (06) “…airplane.”

The average price for a gallon of regular in Louisiana sits at $2.35.

Independence day kicks off tomorrow and pyromaniacs are crowding firework stands to celebrate America’s independence with a boom. When you walk into the stand, make sure you check for the Fire Marshal’s permit to know you’re getting safe product, and State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says don’t buy off the back of some guy’s truck…

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Browning adds firework stands are only permitted in jurisdictions that allow the use of fireworks.

HIV cases in the state drop to the lowest numbers in more than a decade according to the Louisiana Department of Health, with a 12% decline in newly diagnosed cases over the past three years. Assistant secretary of the Office of Public Health Dr. Alex Billioux says it is quite possible that the cases have dropped to the lowest rate since the 80’s.

Cut 6 (12) “…in the state.”

Billioux says the reduced stigma of HIV, which has encouraged more people to get tested and treated, along with significant advances in HIV medication are largely responsible for the decreased number of infections.

The Fourth of July is just a day away and folks are packing into fireworks stands to get some pyrotechnics to celebrate America’s independence, but every year people get busted for firing off the displays in jurisdictions that have outlawed the use of fireworks. So how can you be sure it’s legal to shoot fireworks on your property? State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says one way is by calling your city, and parish authorities, but an easier way to know if it’s legal in your area…

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He adds make sure your yard has at least 200 feet of open space.

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. Blanco served as governor from 2004 to 2008. She received criticism for her administration’s handling of recovery from two devastating hurricanes. But Blanco says, in the end…

Cut 5 (12) “…thrive in.”

The ceremony was held last night.

St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis pleads for federal aid for the struggling seafood industry. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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The ridesharing service, Uber, will begin to operate statewide today. Uber South spokesperson Trevor Theunissen says if you want to drive for Uber go to their website.

cut 12 (11)”…throughout the state”

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. It’s another honor for Blanco who is battling cancer. This October she will also be inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame. The state’s 54th governor appreciates the love she’s receiving in her final days…
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Blanco served as governor from 2004 to 2008.
St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis calls on the feds to provide immediate financial relief for the struggling seafood industry.  Freshwater pouring from the Mississippi River into the area due to the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway is having devastating effects on the region’s largest economic driver.McInnis says Congress must require the 30 other states that drain into the Mississippi to do their part to manage the flow of water.

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A record 48.9 million Americans are expected to make a trip for the 4thof July, a 4.1 percent increase over last year. Record numbers of travelers means congestion for some of the state’s troubled spots for heavy traffic. AAA Analyst Don Redman says be prepared for a longer commute home today…
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AAA estimates the average traffic delay to increase by 9% today.

Among the extra cars on the road, more Uber drivers… Over the last several years, the popularity of rideshares services such as Uber and Lyft has grown, but it hasn’t been a transportation option in all areas of Louisiana.  But Uber South spokesperson Trevor Theunissen says Uber services begin in statewide today ahead of the 4^th of July holiday.

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Theunissen says an aggressive campaign is kicking off to recruit drivers who want to make a little extra money.

St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis pleads for federal aid as fresh water from the lengthy opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway continues to destroy the seafood industry in their parish…
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

The State Fire Marshal’s Office announces the arrest of two volunteer firefighters for their connection to three fires in Webster and Claiborne parishes. Matthew Crane of Springhill and Montana Ludlum of Cullen have reportedly confessed to there involvement.

Beginning today, Uber will be available in every parish in Louisiana as a result of a statewide rideshare law passed in the 2019 legislative session. Uber south spokesperson Trevor Theunissen says Uber has been operating in Louisiana’s largest cities, but no rules were in place for rural or suburban communities…
cut 11 (09) “….that applied”
Theunissen says those wishing to drive for Uber can sign up on their website and Louisiana residents looking for a ride, should download the Uber app.

US 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Louisiana Highway 308 in Raceland has been designated Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. A dedication ceremony took place last night and the state’s only female governor was there…
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Uber goes statewide today. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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There’s good news in the state’s battle to reduce the number of H-I-V cases. There were 989 people diagnosed with H-I-V in 2018, which is the lowest number in more than a decade and the number of newly diagnosed H-I-V cases has declined 12-percent over the last three years. State health officials also say there’s also been an increase in the number of people receiving medical care within 30 days of their diagnosis.

Triple-A projects a record 48-point-nine million Americans will travel during the Fourth of July holiday. That’s a four-percent increase over last year. Triple-A spokesperson Don Redman credits an improved economy and friendly gas prices…
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And that increase at the pump has occurred, as the statewide average is up seven cents over the last week to $2.38 a gallon for regular gasoline.

U-S 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Raceland has been officially named as the Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. Franklin Representative Sam Jones served in the Blanco Administration and remembers national media slamming the governor just days after Hurricane Katrina’s landfall…
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Blanco did not seek a second term.

St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis calls on the feds to provide immediate relief in the form of disaster aid to help the struggling seafood industry. Freshwater pouring from the Mississippi River into the area due to the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway is having devastating effects on the region’s biggest economic driver.
Cut 7 (11) “…gulf seafood harvesting.”
McInnis says they need at least 150-million dollars.

U-S 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Highway 308 in Raceland has officially been designated as Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway. Franklin Representative Sam Jones says it’s a great honor for the former governor who did a lot for the state during trying times following Hurricane Katrina…
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48.9 million Americans will travel for the 4th of July holiday according to AAA. Matt Doyle has more on the record-breaking numbers…
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The ridesharing service, Uber, will begin to operate statewide today. Uber South spokesperson Trevor Theunissen says if you want to drive for Uber go to their website…
cut 12 (11)”…throughout the state”

A record 48.9 million Americans are expected to make a trip for the 4th of July, a 4.1 percent increase over last year. AAA spokesperson Don Redman says locally in the Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas region, 4.7 million people will travel…
Cut 4 (06) “…airplane.”
Gas prices have jumped heading into the Fourth of July holiday. Triple-A says the statewide average has increased seven cents since last week to $2.38 for a gallon of regular gasoline.

U-S highway 90 from I-10 in Lafayette to Raceland was officially designated as Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway during a ceremony last night. Franklin Representative Sam Jones says it’s a fantastic way to honor one of the great Cajuns in state history.
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St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis says fishermen in his parish are facing a crisis because of the amount fresh water that has flowed into Lake Borne and the Mississippi Sound as a result of the lengthy opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway. Crabs, shrimp, and fish have moved out of their bays and oysters are dying in the fresh water. McInnis says it’s destroying a four-billion-dollar industry in Louisiana. He says the federal government would be quick to respond if one of their two refineries were to shut down…
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The parish has organized a trip to DC to state their case next week.