Immigration raids could be coming to Louisiana, thanks to an executive order issued by Governor Landry. That would include Orleans Parish, where the sheriff’s office says it does not have enough room in its jails to house those arrested for immigration violations. Attorney General Liz Murrill says where there’s a will, there’s a way.

Cut 11 (10) “…should do that.”

The House unanimously passes the state budget which includes, among many other things, the more than 93-million dollars for the L-A GATOR scholarship program that Governor Landry had asked for. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, says that might be a hard sell in the Senate.

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We’ll find out if Addis native John Foster becomes the next American Idol on Sunday, but his musical journey started last October at a marina in Brusly. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 2 (27) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

If you’d like to indulge in some crawfish as you watch John Foster try to become the next American Idol, you can still do so without putting a huge dent into your bank account, even though we’re approaching the tail end of crawfish season. Boiled crawfish throughout the state is averaging about $4.75 a pound. If you’d like to boil it yourself, if you look hard enough, you can bring home live crawfish for under two dollars a pound.

Little drama in the State House of Representatives as it unanimously passed the state budget. Colleen Crain reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

An historic plantation in Iberville Parish is destroyed by fire. Nottoway Plantation was built in 1859 and was the largest remaining antebellum mansion in the south. The plantation has welcomed visitors from around the world since the 1980s. No one was hurt in the blaze.

Immigration raids could be coming to Louisiana. Governor Landry has issued an executive order launching Operation GEAUX, in which local law enforcement would team with federal partners in removing, in Landry’s words, “dangerous illegal criminals” from the streets. It has the full support of Attorney General Liz Murrill.

Cut 10 (09) “…should be removed.”

Before taking his talents to Hollywood and the American Idol stage, John Foster played his first gig at Floyd’s Morley Marina in Brusly last October. Though the initial crowd was small compared to now, Foster’s music career has rapidly gained momentum. Owner Jeremy Prejean says watching Foster for the first time was impressive.

Cut 7 (12) “…rolling after that.”

The House unanimously passed the state budget with almost no drama. It includes, among many other things, a one-time renewal of the teacher and school support staff stipend. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, says as it makes its way through the Senate, the only changes he would anticipate would actually be finding more money to allocate to essential programs.

Cut 6 (11) “…definitely see changes.”

Governor Landry issues an executive order paving the way for immigration raids. Attorney General Liz Murrill says that includes Orleans Parish, where she says the sheriff’s department blocks and interferes with state and federal immigration enforcement.

Cut 12 (11) “…can do that.”

Construction gets underway today on the North Oaks Health System Academic and Athletic Complex at Southeastern Louisiana University. SLU President William Wainwright says it will be a multi-year construction project, building the new addition first and concluding with the renovation of the existing facility.

Cut 15 (08) “…early 2027.”

The 30-thousand-square-foot state-of-the-art complex will serve as the new home for the university’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program and will provide advanced training spaces for student-athletes.

American Idol finalist John Foster’s star has skyrocketed in a very short period of time. It was just last October when he played his first gig at Floyd’s Morley Marina in Brusly. Owner Jeremy Prejean says Foster’s journey reflects the power of persistence and community support in launching a successful music career.

Cut 9 (03)  “…in his journey.”

Will Foster be the next American Idol? Tune in to ABC at seven Sunday evening to find out.

We’ll find out if Addis native John Foster becomes the next American Idol on Sunday, but his musical journey started last October at a marina in Brusly. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 2 (27) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Southeastern Louisiana University will break ground on the North Oaks Health System Academic and Athletic Complex today. SLU President William Wainwright says it’s a 30-thousand-square-foot facility designed to enhance both academic and athletic programs.

Cut 13 (12)  “…athletic training.”

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Immigration raids that have been sweeping the country seem to be headed to Louisiana. Governor Landry has issued an executive order launching Operation GEAUX, which will team local law enforcement with federal partners to remove, in Landry’s words, “dangerous illegal criminals” from the streets. The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office says it does not have enough room for immigration violators in its jails. But, Attorney General Liz Murrill says where there’s a will, there’s a way.

Cut 11 (10) “…should do that.”

The State House has unanimously passed the state’s budget, which renews stipends for teachers and support staff – two-thousand dollars and one-thousand dollars, respectively at a price tag of 200-million dollars. The House also devoted all 93-million dollars to the L-A GATOR Program that Governor Landry had sought. Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio says that might be a hard sell in the Senate.

Cut 5 (12) “…Senate Finance Committee.”

The State House of Representatives has unanimously passed the state budget. Colleen Crain reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Flames tore through the second floor of the historic Nottoway Plantation in Iberville Parish on Thursday. The blaze began around two yesterday afternoon around two on the second floor of the causing extensive damage. According to reports, no guests were present at the time of the fire, and no injuries have been reported.

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Immigration raids could be coming to Louisiana. Governor Landry has issued an executive order launching Operation GEAUX, which partners  local law enforcement with federal agencies to pick up what Landry calls “dangerous illegal criminals”.  The plan has the full support of Attorney General Liz Murrill.

Cut 10 (09) “…should be removed.”

Did you know American Idol finalist John Foster played his first gig at Floyd’s Morley Marina in Brusly last October?  Though the initial crowd was small compared to now, seeing how far Foster has come in so little time is remarkable.

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Immigration raids may be coming to Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The State House of unanimously passed the state’s budget which includes 200 million dollars to renew stipends for teachers and support staff. Lawmakers made cuts to equipment purchases, the Health Department’s budget and intensive tutoring. That last part was a difficult decision according to Public Affairs Research Council President Steven Procopio,

Cut 4 (10) “…its funding restored.”

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Southeastern Louisiana University will break ground on the North Oaks Health System Academic and Athletic Complex today. SLU President William Wainwright says the  state-of-the-art complex will serve as the new home for the university’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program and will provide advanced training spaces for student-athletes.

Cut 14 (10) “…supporting the curriculum.”

Before taking his talents to Hollywood and the American Idol stage, John Foster played his first gig at Floyd’s Morley Marina in Brusly last October. Though the initial crowd was small compared to now, Foster’s music career has rapidly gained momentum. Owner Jeremy Prejean says watching Foster for the first time was impressive.

Cut 7 (12) “…rolling after that.”

Little drama in the State House of Representatives as it unanimously passed the state budget. Colleen Crain reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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We’ll find out if Addis native John Foster becomes the next American Idol on Sunday, but his musical journey started last October at a marina in Brusly. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 2 (27) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

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Immigrant raids could be coming to Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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There was little drama in the State House of Representatives as it unanimously passed the state’s budget. It renews stipends for teachers and support staff – two-thousand dollars and one-thousand dollars, respectively. That will cost almost 200-million dollars, and the House found that money by making cuts to equipment purchases, the Health Department’s budget and intensive tutoring. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, says House members were very reluctant in slashing funds for tutoring.

Cut 4 (10) “…its funding restored.”

The House also devoted all 93-million dollars to the L-A GATOR Program that Governor Landry had sought. Procopio says that might be a hard sell in the Senate.

Cut 5 (12) “…Senate Finance Committee.”

Procopio says as the budget makes its way through the Senate, the only changes he would anticipate would actually be finding more money to allocate to essential programs.

Cut 6 (11) “…definitely see changes.”

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Before taking his talents to Hollywood and the American Idol stage, John Foster played his first gig at Floyd’s Morley Marina in Brusly last October. Though the initial crowd was small compared to now, Foster’s music career has rapidly gained momentum. Owner Jeremy Prejean says watching Foster for the first time was impressive.

Cut 7 (12) “…rolling after that.”

Prejean says seeing Foster performing for a national audience and competing to become the next American in just seven months after performing at the marina was the last thing he would have expected.

Cut 8 (09) “…for sure.”

Prejean says Foster’s journey reflects the power of persistence and community support in launching a successful music career after a high-profile national appearance.

Cut 9 (03)  “…in his journey.”

The finale airs Sunday at 7 p.m. on ABC.

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Immigration raids that have been sweeping the country since the start of the second Trump administration could be coming to Louisiana. Governor Landry has issued an executive order launching Operation GEAUX, in which local law enforcement would team with federal partners in removing, in Landry’s words, “dangerous illegal criminals” from the streets. It has the full support of Attorney General Liz Murrill.

Cut 10 (09) “…should be removed.”

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office says it does not have enough room in its jails to house those arrested for immigration violations. Murrill says where there’s a will, there’s a way.

Cut 11 (10) “…should do that.”

Murrill says the sheriff’s department in Orleans Parish has policies that she says blocks and interferes with state and federal immigration enforcement, and she says that’s wrong.

Cut 12 (11) “…can do that.”

Governor Landry says the operation includes enhanced screening, aggressive identification and a public awareness campaign.

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Southeastern Louisiana University will break ground on the North Oaks Health System Academic and Athletic Complex today. SLU President William Wainwright says it’s a 30-thousand-square-foot facility designed to enhance both academic and athletic programs.

Cut 13 (12)  “…athletic training.”

Wainwright says this state-of-the-art complex will serve as the new home for the university’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program and will provide advanced training spaces for student-athletes.

Cut 14 (10) “…supporting the curriculum.”

The project is a collaborative effort between Southeastern and North Oaks Health System, the official healthcare provider for Southeastern athletics. Wainwright says it will be a multi-year construction project, building the new addition first and concluding with the renovation of the existing facility.

Cut 15 (08) “…early 2027.”

There was little drama in the State House as it unanimously passed the state’s budget. It renews stipends for teachers and support staff – two-thousand dollars and one-thousand dollars, respectively. That will cost almost 200-million dollars, and the House found that money by making cuts to equipment purchases, the Health Department’s budget and intensive tutoring. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, says House members were very reluctant in slashing funds for tutoring.

Cut 4 (10) “…its funding restored.”

The House also devoted all 93-million dollars to the L-A GATOR Program that Governor Landry had sought. Procopio says that might be a hard sell in the Senate.

Cut 5 (12) “…Senate Finance Committee.”

The House Education Committee revised a bill to prevent hazing, initially requiring a semester-long course for students joining campus groups. University officials estimated millions in expenses to implement the course. Vacherie Democrat Ken Brass amended the bill to update current law, doubling required training time and adding penalties for non-compliant student groups.

Cut 7 (11) “…get money allocated.”

Although she was disappointed, the bill’s author, New Orleans Democrat Delisha Boyd, called the change a starting point. She emphasized educating students on hazing’s legal consequences, as many remain unaware it’s a felony.

Cut 8 (06) “…across our state.”

Boyd filed the bill in the wake of Southern University student Caleb Wilson’s hazing-related death. It now heads to House Appropriations for debate.

If you want to see the Saints in primetime this season, don’t hold your breath. The Saints released their 2025 schedule last night; and for the first time in 25 years, they will not be on primetime television. WWL Saints Analyst Mike Detillier notes that the Saints made three primetime appearances last season and stunk up the field in each and every one of them, and the NFL doesn’t want to risk losing its audience in the latter stages of its primetime games.

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That doesn’t necessarily mean that the Saints won’t be on primetime later in the season; with flex scheduling, NBC, ESPN or Amazon Prime can flex them into a primetime slot if they surprise the naysayers and play into playoff contention.

It’s the final SEC series of the season for the number-one team in college baseball, and it begins tonight. LSU is in Columbia to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks. South Carolina may be only 5-and-22 in SEC play, but LSU Coach Jay Johnson says he sees talent on the Gamecocks’ roster.

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As of late this afternoon, LSU had yet to name a starter for tonight’s game. We won’t know until just before first pitch at six this evening. Kade Anderson will start tomorrow night, and Anthony Eyanson will start Saturday; both on regular rest.

The high school state baseball championships are underway at McMurry Park in Sulphur. University Lab, Sterlington and Teurlings Catholic have all taken the first game in their respective best of three series..

The House Education Committee revised a bill to prevent hazing, initially requiring a semester-long course for students joining campus groups. Due to cost concerns, it was replaced with a two-hour annual training. The bill was proposed by New Orleans Democrat Delisha Boyd after Southern University student Caleb Wilson’s hazing-related death.

Cut 6 (07) “…don’t have to deal with.”

The summer heat has officially arrived in Louisiana. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim forecast temperatures expected to soar this weekend.

Cut 3 (12) “…high 80’s.”

If you want to catch the Saints on primetime television this season, don’t hold your breath. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Addis native John Foster is back in LA, preparing for Sunday’s season finale of American Idol after a whirlwind day in his hometown, which included a parade and a mini-concert and a stop by the State Capitol, where lawmakers issued a proclamation in his honor. Livonia Republican Jeremy LaCombe urged his members – and all Louisianans – to vote for Foster on Sunday, as many times as the show allows.

Cut 11 (11) “…take it home.”