The Louisiana House passes legislation that would result in a long prison sentence for anyone convicted of intentionally infecting another person with an incurable sexually transmitted disease. The vote was 68-to-18. Monroe Democrat Pat Moore’s measure calls for a person to serve at least ten years in prison if convicted of this crime and serve at least 25 years of hard labor if the victim is a juvenile or a senior citizen…

Cut 12 (10) “…incurable disease.”

Moore’s bill received pushback from fellow Democrat Jason Hughes of New Orleans. He asked unless there’s a written contract, how can a prosecutor prove someone did not verbally disclose they have an incurable sexually transmitted disease?

Cut 13 (11)  “…safe place.”

Handling a cell phone while driving is just one House vote and one governor’s signature away from becoming illegal in Louisiana. Similar bills have failed in previous years, but supporters like Covington Republican Senator Patrick McMath says this can help lower auto insurance rates.

Cut 8 (10) “…so yes.”

Senators slam the breaks on a plan to lower income and sales taxes. The House-approved bills stalled after a report revealed that the tax cuts would result in a 142-million-dollar shortfall in fiscal year 2027 and a 590-million-dollar shortfall in 2028. Invest in Louisiana Executive Director Jan (“yahn”) Moller says it was a wise move given the recent income tax cuts.

Cut 23 (08) “…schools and hospitals.”

A study from LSU’s Business School has released a report on the economic impact of Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans. Andrew Greenstein is at the capitol where the announcement was made…

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

LSU rallied back down four runs to end Little Rock’s Cinderella postseason run with a 10-to-6 victory last night. Designated Hitter Ethan Frey dominated the Trojans with four hits and a walk in five plate appearances including a solo homer in the first and a three RBI double in the fourth. The Tigers advance to host West Virginia in Super Regionals this weekend.

A Sulphur high school teacher and coach Patrick Green was arrested for his alleged involvement in the stabbing of his six-year-old stepson. Major Mark Leblanc with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office says Green was combative with deputies but eventually apprehended. Leblanc says the child is at a Baton Rouge hospital facing life-threatening injuries…

Cut 4 (09) “…critical condition.”

The Calcasieu Parish School Board has placed Greene on administrative leave

It’s currently illegal to text and drive in Louisiana, but a bill expanding that legislation to include all cell phone use is nearing legislative approval. Covington Republican Patrick McMath explained this law will be more enforceable than one currently in place…

Cut 6 (06) “…against the law.”

Governor Jeff Landry is expected to sign the bill if it and its Senate amendments are approved by the House.

Sulphur high school teacher Patrick Greene is facing charges for his alleged role in the stabbing of his six-year-old step-son. Major Mark Leblanc with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office says their deputies went to a home in the Leonville area to investigate a domestic disturbance and walked into a chaotic scene…

Cut 3 (08) “…stab wounds.”

The six-year-old is in critical condition at a Baton Rouge hospital.

A bill banning holding your cell phone while driving is just a vote away from the governor’s desk. Covington Republican Patrick McMath told the Senate that handling a cell phone while driving would be a secondary offense and explained to the Senate what that means…

Cut 7 (12) “…this law.”

The measure heads back to the House for approval of Senate amendments and then it will head to the governor’s desk where Jeff Landry is expected to sign it.

Two cyclists were killed after being struck by cars in Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes Sunday night. One of the victims was 28-year-old Jonathon Bourg of Golden Meadow who suffered a fatal crash while riding a motorized bicycle in Larose. Bourque says Bourg was struck at the intersection of LA Hwy 308 and LA Hwy 657 after running a red light…

Cut 10 (09) “…as drivers.”

A new study from LSU’s Business school found that Super Bowl 59 generated 1.25-billion dollars in economic output. In addition to tourists and fans, the state also rolled out the welcome mat for business leaders, investors and innovators through its Louisiana Now pavilion. Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois said more than four-thousand of them stopped by…

Cut 13 (12)  “…saw our potential”

The Louisiana Senate has approved a bill that would make it illegal to touch your cell phone while driving. Jeff Palermo reports the measure is one more vote from reaching the governor’s desk..

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

LSU baseball has advanced to the Super Regionals after a come from behind 10 to 6 win over Little Rock last night. Coach Jay Johnson says Tiger Nation helped…

Cut 27 (07) “…like that”

LSU will host West Virginia starting on Saturday in the supers.

Sulphur teacher 37-year-old Patrick Greene is behind bars after he allegedly stabbed his six-year-old stepson. The horrible incident occurred at a home in the Leonville area. St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office Major Mark Leblanc says there were seven children inside the home

Cut 5 (08) “….conjure up”

The six-year-old is in intensive care at a hospital in Baton Rouge. The Calcasieu Parish School Board has placed Greene on administrative leave.

A survey conducted by the LSU School of Business has found that Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans generated 1.25 billion dollars in total economic activity statewide and generated nearly 83-million dollars in state and local tax revenue. Saints Owner Gayle Benson says they are planning a bid to bring a 12^th Super Bowl to New Orleans…

Cut 14 (14) “…than New Orleans.

The earliest a Super Bowl can be held in New Orleans is 2030.

We’re getting some raw numbers on the Super Bowl’s economic impact to Greater New Orleans and the State of Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein is at the Capitol, where the announcement was made.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The LSU baseball team outlasted Little Rock in a 10-6 victory last night to advance to Super Regionals. The Tigers will host West Virginia in a best-of-three series with a trip to the College World Series on the line. Game one at the Box is set for 1:00 Saturday.

Sulphur high school teacher and coach Patrick Green is facing charges of domestic abuse, battery with child endangerment, two counts of aggravated assault and resisting an officer for his alleged roll in the stabbing of a six-year-old child. Major Mark Leblanc with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office says the child is at a Baton Rouge hospital with life-threatening injuries…

Cut 4 (09) “…critical condition.”

Two cyclists were killed Sunday night in overnight crashes in Lafourche and Terrebonne Parishes. 75-year-old Jerry Francis of Houma was rear ended while traveling south on LA Hwy 57. State Trooper Peggy Borque says Francis’ bike had no lights or reflective material…

Cut 9 (07)  “…stay visible.”

28-year-old Jonathon Bourg of Golden Meadow also suffered a fatal crash after running a read light at the intersection of LA Hwy 308 and LA Hwy 657.

It goes without saying that Super Bowl 59 was an economic boom for Louisiana. And now, we have some of the numbers. A new study from LSU’s Business school finds that Super Bowl 59 generated 1.25-billion dollars in economic output — that’s the second most among the last ten Super Bowls. Saints Owner Gayle Benson also noted that visitors and vendors spent more than 650-million dollars while in Louisiana….

Cut 12 (08) “…the game”

The soonest the Super Bowl can return to New Orleans is 2030.

Handling a cell phone while driving can soon be illegal in Louisiana as a handheld cell phone ban is close to final legislative passage. Similar bills have failed in previous years, but supporters like Covington Senator Patrick McMath says this legislation can help lower auto insurance rates…

Cut 8 (10) “…so yes.”

The measure needs House approval of Senate amendments and then it heads to the governor’s desk.

A bill is making its way through the legislature that would require insurance companies to allow homeowners to insure their homes for their stated market values. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

LSU is still alive in the NCAA Baseball Tournament after coming from behind last night to beat Little Rock 10 to 6 to win the Baton Rouge Regional. The Tigers will host West Virginia in the Super Regionals starting on Saturday at 1 PM.

It may soon be illegal to handle your cellphone while behind the wheel as a handheld cellphone ban is nearing final legislative approval. The Senate approved the House Bill 33 to 5. Covington Republican Patrick McMath says it is already illegal in the state to text and drive, but the law is unenforceable…

Cut 6 (06) “…against the law”

The legislation means that your cell phone cannot be in your hand while driving with some exceptions. It heads back to the House for approval of Senate amendments.

The LSU baseball team is headed to the Super Regionals after giving Jay Johnson his 500th career win last night as the Tiger defeated a hot hitting Little Rock team 10 to 6.…

Cut 18 (16)  “…of character.”

LSU will host West Virginia in a best out of three Super Regional series starting Saturday at 1 PM.

A Sulphur high school teacher and coach is facing charges for his alleged role in the stabbing of a six-year-old child. Major Mark Leblanc with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office says their deputies went to a home in the Leonville area to investigate a domestic disturbance and walked into a chaotic scene

Cut 3 (08) “…numerous lacerations and stab wounds.

Leblanc says 37-year-old Patrick Greene was combative with deputies at the scene, but eventually arrested and charged with domestic abuse battery with child endangerment, two counts of aggravated assault and resisting an officer. Leblanc says the child is at a Baton Rouge hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The House Ways and Means Committee approved a bill to allow low-income homeowners to receive up to a two-thousand-dollar tax credit to help them pay for property insurance. The tax credits would be limited to 10 million dollars per year and be granted first come, first serve. Chalmette Republican Michael Bayham supports the bill by New Orleans Democrat Senator Royce Duplessis.

Cut 14 (11) “…about it.”

The Senate approved bill still needs full House approval.

In a narrow eight-to-seven vote, the House Ways and Means Committee approves a Senate bill that would allow low-income homeowners to receive up to a two-thousand-dollar income tax credit to help them pay property insurance costs. New Orleans Democratic Senator Royce Duplessis authored the legislation.

Cut 13 (08)  “…insurance premiums.”

Homeowners who make less than 200-percent of the poverty level would be eligible. The Senate approved bill still needs full House approval.

The Louisiana House has approved a bill that would allow homeowners to purchase “state value” policies. The bill’s author, Belle Chasse Republican Representative Jacob Braud says the measure would be for those who have already paid off the mortgage and under this legislation they can insure their home for any amount…

Cut 5 (11) “…so much about”

It would result in a homeowner who has paid off the mortgage to purchase a more affordable homeowner’s policy. It still needs Senate approval.

The Senate Revenue & Fiscal Affairs Committee has shelved a proposal to lower state income and sales taxes. Invest in Louisiana Executive Director Jan  Moller says it was a wise decision, since the tax revenue impact is still not fully known from the reduction of the income tax rate to three percent that went into effect January 1^st.

Cut 10 (08) “…schools and hospitals.”

The bills would have cut the state sales tax from six percent to 5.75 percent and income tax from three percent to 2.75 percent.

A new poll shows Congressman Troy Carter with high approval numbers. A survey of 500 voters in Orleans Parish finds that Carter has a 66-percent favorable rating. Pollster John Couvillon of JMC Analytics and Polling says Carter has not ruffled many feathers during his time as a state legislator and now as a U-S Representative…

Cut 8 (10) “….most people like him”

The poll also found that Sheriff Susan Hutson has dismal approval numbers, while city councilmember Helena Moreno is the favorite to win the mayoral race.

The Louisiana Senate is expected to approve its version of the budget later this week. It’s not a perfect spending plan, according to Invest in Louisiana Executive Director Jan Moeller, but he says lawmakers are spending the available dollars they have wisely.

Cut 12 (09) “…Senate did that.”

House Ways and Means Committee narrowly approved a Senate bill to give low-income homeowners to receive up to a two-thousand-dollar income tax credit to help them pay for property insurance costs.. Sulphur Republican Les Farnum questioned bill author New Orleans Democratic Senator Royce Duplessis about the income limit of 200 percent of the poverty level.

Cut 15 (12) “…it the most.”

Under Duplessis’ bill, the state would not issue more than 10-million dollars in tax credits each year and the credits would be handed out on a first-come, first-serve basis.

A new poll finds the sheriff of Orleans Parish has abysmal approval numbers, and Helena Moreno is the clear favorite to become the new mayor of New Orleans. Sean Richardson has more on the survey paid for by a PAC that is not affiliated with any candidate.

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The LSU baseball team is headed to the Super Regionals after defeating a hot hitting Little Rock team. Little Rock could not get Ethan Frey out. The designated hitter from Rosepine went four-for-four with four runs driven in. His three-run double got LSU back in the game and it got the crowd at Alex Box Stadium believing again…

Cut 17 (17)  “…unbelieveable”

LSU will host West Virginia in a best out of three Super Regional series.

Louisiana Senators have shelved a House-approved bill that would have lowered income and sales taxes, and doubled the standard deduction for senior citizens. Invest in Louisiana Executive Director Jan (“yahn”) Moller says legislators must pass a balanced budget every year.

Cut 11 (13) “..families and communities .”

A bill by Belle Chasse Republican Representative Jacob Braud (“bro”) is making its way through the legislature and would require insurance companies to allow homeowners to purchase “stated value” policies. Braud says he knows there is risk involved in buying too little insurance under his bill.

Cut 6 (11) “…risk of this.”

The bill passed in the House last week on a vote of 79-to-20. It now heads to a Senate committee before it’s heard on the Senate floor, should the committee approve it.

The House Ways and Means Committee approved a bill to allow low-income homeowners to receive up to a two-thousand-dollar tax credit to help them pay for property insurance. The tax credits would be limited to 10 million dollars per year and be granted first come, first serve. Chalmette Republican Michael Bayham supports the bill by New Orleans Democrat Senator Royce Duplessis.

Cut 14 (11) “…about it.”

The LSU baseball team is headed to the Super Regionals after giving Jay Johnson his 500th career win last night as the Tiger defeated a hot hitting Little Rock team. Johnson gives a lot of credit to Little Rock and he’s proud of the Tiger performances especially by Casan Evans with 12 strike outs, Ethan Frey driving in four runs and Luis Hernandez who hit two home runs…

Cut 18 (16)  “…of characther.”

LSU will host West Virginia in a best out of three Super Regional series.