Louisiana had one of the top 15 highest GDP growths in the nation for the first quarter. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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An elderly Baton Rouge woman has died after she was found in what authorities call “deplorable” conditions. 77-year-old Barbara Lews-Brown’s two granddaughters, 36-year-old Chasity Lewis and 22-year-old Charlnessa Butler have been charged with manslaughter-cruelty to the Infirmed.

Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests a heat wave can bring about an increase in suicides. Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore weighs in on the research published in Nature Climate Change.
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The research suggests climate change can lead to a higher suicide rate in the future.

US Senator John Kennedy had a private meeting with President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Kennedy say sthe conversation stuck mostly to personal topics, so he can get to know the man.
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Kennedy says harder questions will come when Kavanaugh goes before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana’s Gross Domestic Product rose faster than 35 other states during the first quarter of 2018 at two-point-three percent. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says it’s a postive indictor the state’s economy is heading in the right direction, but the G-D-P doesn’t represent the full picture…
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The state’s unemployment rate in June was 4.7 percent a half-a-percent lower than the previous year.

The US Agriculture Department is seeking to provide 12-billion dollars in direct assistance for farmers who have been hurt in the trade war with China where both countries have slapped billions of dollars in tariffs on products traded between the two countries. Louisiana exports five-point-seven billion dollars in ag products in China and State Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain has faith this can provide some relief…
cut 9 (06) “…some stability”

Senator John Kennedy met one-on-one with Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh, as Kennedy sits on the committee that will make the first vote regarding Kavanaugh’s confirmation. Kennedy says he’s looking forward to asking the judge hard questions before he makes his final call on whether or not he’d support him. He says its crucial the Senate gets this right, because the appointment is for life…
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California researchers release a report that links warmer temperatures to an increase in suicides. The study estimates by 2050 climate change may increase suicide rates by 1.4 percent in the U.S. resulting in 14,000 more deaths. Clinical pscychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore says further research must be done to understand the extent of the mental implications of climate change.
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There’s good news on the economic front. The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana’s Gross Domestic Product grew at a rate of two-point-three percent, faster than 35 other states. Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson credits recent expansions by Louisiana companies, like Tuesday’s announcement that Shintech Louisiana in Plaquemine plans to spend 1.4 billion dollars expanding its chemical manufacturing operations…
cut 12 (12) “…be signficant”

Louisiana US Senator John Kennedy met with Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Kennedy, who sits on the committee that will make the first vote on his confirmation, says he’s impressed with Kavanaugh’s temperament. He says they discussed the perception the Supreme Court has become yet another partisan battle ground…
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A new study out of California suggests warmer temperatures will lead to higher suicide rates. Becca Dill has more.
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In a sign that summer will soon be over, the Saints report for training camp today.

A new study out of California suggests warmer temperatures will lead to higher suicide rates. Becca Dill has more.

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Louisiana had one of the top 15 highest GDP growths in the nation for the first quarter. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Senator John Kennedy sat down for half an hour with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and says his early impressions are promising. Matt Doyle has the story.

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Scientists have associated the climate with mental health problems before, but a new study out of California suggests global warming is leading to an increased rate of suicides around the world. Clinical Psychologist at LSU Health New Orleans Dr. Michelle Moore weighs in on her interpretation of the research published in Nature Climate Change.

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Researchers found that in the U.S., an increase of 1-degree Celsius in average monthly temperatures correlated to a 0.7-percent increase in the monthly suicide rate. Dr. Moore explains how temperature can alter our physiology.

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Based on current warming projections, the study estimates by 2050 climate change may increase suicide rates 1.4 percent in the U.S. resulting in 14,000 more deaths. Dr. Moore says further research must be done to understand the extent of the mental implications of climate change.

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The Trump Administration on Tuesday announced up to $12 billion in emergency relief for farmers hurt by the president’s trade war.  Ag commissioner Mike Strain says the hand up is much needed in the ag industry.

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Strain says the burden put on farmers by financial shortfalls can be overwhelming.

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Strain says he has faith in the work of President Trump and USDA Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue with this relief.

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US Senator John Kennedy weighed in on the situation, saying he wonders what will be done for manufacturers for automobiles and petrochemicals.

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The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana showed the 14^th fastest gross domestic product growth in the nation for the first quarter of 2018. The 2.3 percent growth rate is slightly higher than the expected 2.0 percent for the nation. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Don Pierson says its good news, that’s reflective of the state’s record low unemployment rate.

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But Pierson cautioned that GDP numbers can be fickle, and don’t represent the full picture of the state of Louisiana’s economy.

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Pierson pointed to a series of corporate announcements detailing new expansions planned for the state as major reasons for the GDP expansion. He says recent expansion of the Shintech facility in Plaquemine is a sign that the state’s economic growth is here to stay.

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US Senator John Kennedy got a chance to sit down and talk with President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The conversation stuck mostly to personal topics, as Kennedy said he was keen to get to know the man. The Senator says the two talked about family, teaching, and a LSU hero.

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Kennedy says he’s spent some time reviewing Kavanagh’s writing and decisions, and while he has a ways to go before he’s finished, he says he’s impressed so far with the nominee’s temperament. He says they discussed the perception that the Supreme Court has become recognized as yet another partisan battle ground in recent years.

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Kennedy, who sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee, the group tasked with the initial round of questions for any Supreme Court Nominee, says he’s looking forward to asking the judge hard questions before he makes his final call on whether or not he’d support him. He says its crucial the Senate get it right, because the nomination is for life.

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The Saints open their first day of training camp tomorrow at 8:50AM, which will be on the field, but sans-pads. Some of the workouts will be open to the public, and Saints Analyst Mike Detillier has some things for fans to watch for if they pay a visit to the Metairie facility. He says number one, the battle for running back Alvin Kamara’s backup is likely to be intense, but he’s calling an early favorite.

Eight people are under arrest in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker. Authorities say the human body parts may be connected to a missing persons case out of Ascension Parish. Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard says they are assembling the facts, starting with the coroner who is analyzing the body for clues on what went down.

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The exchange on capital punishment between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate.  The last execution in Louisiana took place in 2010 when the drugs for a lethal injection were last available. Solicitor General for the AG’s office, Liz Murrill suggests lethal gas should be up for consideration.

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The governor’s office has pointed out that Landry hasn’t offered a single bill dealing with capital punishment since he took office in 2016.

In a move that blindsided many, following repeatedly denying he would run, the interim Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, made a last minute announcement of his inclusion into the special election for the Secretary of State’s office on the final day on qualifying.  Ardoin claims that the decision came after much encouragement from friends and family.

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A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, has gained achieved social media fame after a sugar-coated sabotage.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold.  The couple made an appearance on ESPN Radio in Baton Rouge.  The bride says the prank was orchestrated with her mother’s help.

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The exchange on capital punishment between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate.  The last execution in Louisiana took place in 2010, when the drugs for a lethal injection were last available. Solictor General for the AG’s office, Liz Murrill, says they still believe the governor can do more to get executions scheduled

Cut 12 (11)   “…where he stands.”

Eight people are under arrest in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker. Authorities say the human body parts may be connected to a missing persons case out of Ascension Parish. Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard says at this point they’re leaning towards the incident being drug related, as those who allegedly played a part, were found with narcotics, and jackets full of drug related offenses.

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In a move that blindsided many, following repeatedly denying he would run, the interim Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, made a last minute announcement of his inclusion into the special election for the Secretary of State’s office on the final day on qualifying.  Ardoin claims he never purposely misled anyone about his intentions with the November special election.

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A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, has gained social media fame after a sugar-coated sabotage.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold.  The couple made an appearance on ESPN Radio in Baton Rouge.  The groom is in good spirits about the prank.  He says the video was first shared on Facebook, and soon the calls came rolling in.

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The written exchange between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate on the topic of capital punishment.  Jeff Palermo has the story.

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More jobs are coming to Iberville Parish as Gov. John Bel Edwards and Shintech Louisiana LLC have announced a $1.49 Billion expansion.  The project is expected to create 120 new direct jobs with an average salary of more than $81k, plus benefits.  The company works in chemical production and has been in the bayou state since 1999.

A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, has gained achieved social media fame after a sugar-coated sabotage.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold.  The couple made an appearance on ESPN Radio in Baton Rouge.  The bride says the prank was orchestrated with her mother’s help.

Cut 3 (11) “…they could do it.”

Eight people are under arrest in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker. Authorities have identified the remains as 26-year-old Michael Neufeld of Donaldsonville. He was last seen by family members on July 2nd. Sheriff Jason Ard says they are still trying to establish an exact motive

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The exchange on capital punishment between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate.  The last execution in Louisiana took place in 2010, when the drugs for a lethal injection were last available. Solictor General for the AG’s office, Liz Murrill, says it’s up to legislators to figure out exactly what all methods should be included in the expansion of execution methods, but suggests lethal gas should definitely be up for consideration.

Cut 14 (09) “at least do that.”

The governor’s office has pointed out that Landry hasn’t offered a single bill dealing with capital punishment since he took office in 2016.

Eight people are under arrest in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker. Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard says they are assembling the facts, starting with the coroner who is analyzing the body for clues on what went down.

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Despite claiming earlier that day that he would not be running, the interim Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, made a last minute announcement of his inclusion into the special election for the Secretary of State’s office on the final day on qualifying.  Ardoin says the decision came after much encouragement from friends and family.

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A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, is making waves, or tides.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold. The groom is in good spirits about the prank.  He says the video was first shared on Facebook, and soon the calls came rolling in.

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Eight people have been arrested in connection to a dismembered male body found in the woods outside of Walker. Matt Doyle has the story.
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The Bureau of Economic Analysis says Louisiana’s Gross Domestic Product grew for the first quarter of this year at a rate of two-point-three percent, which is faster than 35 other states. In a statement, Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s a sign Louisiana’s economy is steadily improving and his administration continues to work towards bringing record economic development deals.

The exchange on capital punishment between Gov. John Bel Edwards and Attorney General Jeff Landry continues to escalate. The last execution in Louisiana took place in 2010, when the drugs for a lethal injection were last available. Solictor General for the AG’s office, Liz Murrill, says they still believe the governor can do more to get executions scheduled….
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But the governor’s office points out that Landry hasn’t offered a single bill dealing with capital punishment since he took office in 2016.

Interim Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin provided the big surprise at qualifying when he decided in the final minutes to enter the special election for Secretary of State. Ardoin had said he was not interested in running for the elected position and said today he never purposely misled anyone…
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Ardoin says he came to the decision after encouragement from friends and family.

A viral video of Becca and Johnathon Campbell, a newlywed couple, has gained achieved social media fame after a sugar-coated sabotage.  The video shows the groom, an Alabama fan, cutting into a Bama themed cake.  Upon removing the slice of cake, he discovered lurking below the icing were the LSU colors of purple and gold.  The couple made an appearance on ESPN Radio in Baton Rouge. The bride explained very few knew of the prank beforehand.

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The groom for his part took it pretty well.

In a move that surprised some, following repeatedly denying he would run, the interim Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, made a last minute announcement of his inclusion into the special election for the Secretary of State’s office on the final day on qualifying.  Ardoin says he’s already in the position, so he might as well stay.

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Eight people have been arrested in relation to a dismembered male body discovered in the woods outside of Walker by Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Deputies. Authorities say the human body parts may be connected to a missing person’s case out of Ascension Parish. Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard says Ard says at this point they’re leaning towards the incident being drug related, as those who allegedly played a part, were found with narcotics, and jackets full of drug related offenses.

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Ard says it appears the crime was committed early this month.

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