Two Arkansas men have avoided time in jail after a state judge in Morehouse Parish ordered the men to do 480 hours of community service and pay a $5,000 fine for sliting a dog’s neck and showing it on Snapchat. Jeff Dorson with the Humane Society of Louisiana says Boots Stanley and Steven Sadler received a slap on the wrist and ordering 480 hours of community service doesn’t send a strong enough message…
cut 11 (06) “…means nothing”
The maximum sentence was 10 years in prison.

A priest accused of sexual misconduct turned himself into the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s office. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz says 75-year-old Steven Michael Guidry was forthcoming with information about the incident that happened several years ago at his home in Morrow…
cut 4 (09) “…on a juvenile”
The victim was 16-years-old at the time. Guidry has been on administrative leave since word first surfaced of the investigation.

Two of former Governor Bobby Jindal’s top aides are urging state legislators to support a partial sales tax renewal as a way to fill budget holes in the upcoming fiscal year. Paul Rainwater and Tim Barfield let their thoughts known in an editorial published in the Advocate. Rainwater says renewing a portion of an expiring one-cent sales tax is the best option, since lawmakers have not supported long-term tax reform…
cut 13 (12) “…do it”
Legislators return to Baton Rouge on Monday for a 10-day special session where they will consider the sales tax proposal.

A human finger was found inside a giant alligator snapping turtle in St. Tammany Parish. Sheriff’s office spokesperson, Captain Scott Lee says they don’t know who the finger belongs to, it’s possible the reptile just grabbed a snack from an unlucky angler…
cut 7 (08) “…hundred pounds”

Former Jindal Administration staffers are calling on the House to pass the half cent sales tax renewal that would fully fund state government, and avoid cuts to programs like TOPS. Former Commissioner of Administration Paul Rainwater says failing to pass the revenue bill would harm the most vulnerable people in the state.

Cut 12 (08)   “afford it”

A 75 year old priest who is in the business of taking confessions is now making a confession of his own… to law enforcement.  According to St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz, Father Steven Michael Guidry has surrendered to authorities following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor.

Cut 3 (09) “…with his attorney”

The priest has been on administrative leave since word first surfaced of the investigation.  He led St. Peter Church in Morrow.

A Bush man who was gifted a giant alligator snapping turtle for some home cooking got more than he bargained for, a human finger deep inside the reptile. St. Tammany Parish Sheriffs Spokesperson Scott Lee says they’ve reached out to local hospitals to see if any cases of turtle related accidents fit, and so far, no luck.

Cut 6 (07)  “accident”

Efforts to obtain a fingerprint failed, and Cadaver sniffing dogs are now scouring the area where the turtle was originally found, incase this was more than just an accident, but Lee says it’s certainly possible the creature could’ve just grabbed a snack from an unlucky angler. The turtle was discovered in west St. Tammany Parish.

One year ago today, a lone gunman shot Congressman Steve Scalise at a ballpark in Virginia. The bullet shattered Scalise’s hip, damaged several organs and caused a lot of blood loss, nearly killing him. After months of physical therapy, the House Majority Whip returns to the diamond tonight for the Congressional baseball game.

The search is on for the man with a missing finger that was found in a St. Tammany turtle. Matt Doyle has the story.

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A priest accused of sexual misconduct turned himself into the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s office. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz says 75-year-old Steven Michael Guidry was forthcoming with information about the incident that happened several years ago at his home in Morrow…
cut 4 (09) “…on a juvenile”
The victim was 16-years-old at the time. Guidry has been on administrative leave since word first surfaced of the investigation.

A bid to repair the I-210 bridge in Lake Charles has been submitted that claims the work can be done in 365 days. State Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says their own estimations pegged the time at 17 months at best.
Cut 11 (11) “be safe”
A date has not been set on when the 44-million dollar construction project will begin.

One year ago today, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was fighting for his life after he was shot on a baseball field in Virginia. Today, he’ll play second base in the Congressional baseball game. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says Scalise’s physical recovery is remarkable and his political future looks bright as he has a chance to become the next Speaker of the House…
cut 7 (11) “….ideal speaker”
Current House Speaker Paul Ryan is retiring.

Seventy-five-year-old Reverend Michael Guidry has turned himself and confessed to St. Landry Parish authorities that he sexually abused a 16-year-old several years ago. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz..
cut 3 (10) “….his attorney”
Guidry was recently placed on administrative leave. He led St. Peter Church in Morrow.

US Senator John Kennedy says he remains undecided on whether he’ll run for governor next year, but admits there are groups encouraging him to do so. Earlier this week, Kennedy called for Governor John Bel Edwards to resign, becuase of his handling of the budget.

A Shreveport craft beer’s popularity has exceeded the expectations of the brewery behind the beverage. 318 Golden Ale, named for the area code where you can find the beer, was released in March. Great Raft Brewing’s tasting room manager Bob Thames says although you can find other beers from the brewery widely distributed, the idea behind 318 Golden Ale is to have a beer solely for North Louisiana.
Cut 8 (13) “…move on from there.”
So far sales have been great as the brewery initially expected to sell the equivalent of 4,500 cases in the first 90 days. They ended up selling closer to 7,000.

Congressman Steve Scalise will be at second base tonight for the Congressional charity baseball game. Today, marks the one-year anniversary since his life almost ended when he took a bullet to the hip from an assault rifle. Scalise had a long recovery, but political analyst Clancy Dubos says the Republican from Jefferson Parish came through it a more spirtual man and his profile on Capitol Hill has grown…
cut 6 (12) “….the House”

Meanwhile, the war of words between Senator John Kennedy and John Bel Edwards reached another level this week, when Kennedy said the governor should resign for how he’s handled the state’s budget….
cut 15 (08) “…look better”
That’s ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley.

A new low bid has come in to fix a vital bridge in Lake Charles, that could have a surprisingly fast build time. Connor Ferrill has the story.
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Reverend Michael Guidry has surrendered to law enforcement and St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz says he’s admitted to sexually abusing a 16-year-old about two years ago at his home in Morrow. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Lafayette placed the 75-year-old Guidry on administrative leave earlier this month. Guidry led St. Peter Church in Morrow.

Today is the one-year anniversary since the nearly fatal shooting of US Representative Steve Scalise on a baseball diamond in Virginia. Matt Doyle has the story.
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A St. Landry Parish pastor accused of sexual misconduct with a juvenile has turned himself in. Father Steven Michael Guidry allegedly molested a 16-year-old at the priest’s home in Morrow. Authorities say Father Guidry told detectives he provided the victim with alcohol and sexually assaulted the teen.

US Senator John Kennedy says he remains undecided on whether he’ll run for governor next year, but admits there are groups encouraging him to do so. Earlier this week, Kennedy called for Governor John Bel Edwards to resign, becuase of his handling of the budget. ULM political science Professor Joshua Stockley calls it a surprising move by the junior senator….
cut 14 (12) “…happened”
Edwards’ Deputy Chief of Staff Richard Carbo says Kennedy’s absurity knows no limits.

The state transportation department says they’ve found a contractor who says they can repair the I-210 bridge in Lake Charles in one-year, a much faster timeline than original estimates. Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says they’ve made changes to the project to knock down the estimated time for repair…
cut 12 (07) “…specifications”
No word on when construction will begin.

Today is the one year anniversary of the shooting of US Representative Steve Scalise. Scalise was hit in the hip by a bullet from an assault rifle in a politically motivated shooting that targeted Republican legislators at a baseball field in Virginia. Scalise says his recovery was a tough journey, but he made it through with a lot of help.
Cut 4 (11) “really important.”
Scalise plans on playing second base tonight at the Congressional charity baseball game.

US Senator John Kennedy’s comments that Governor John Bel Edwards should resign, because of the state’s budget woes raised a lot of eye brows. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says Kennedy’s attack was pure partisan politics…
cut 16 (11) “….responsible budget”
Analysts expect Kennedy will run against Edwards next year.

A bid to repair the I-210 bridge in Lake Charles has been submitted that claims the work can be done in 365 days. The 44.5 million dollar repair will address the 54-year-old bridge that is a vital transportion route. Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says their own estimations pegged the time at 17 months at best.
Cut 11 (11) “be safe”

A Shreveport craft beer’s popularity exceeds expectations. Kevin Barnhart has the story on this wildly sought-after 3-1-8 Golden Ale.
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One year ago today, Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise was fighting for his life after he was shot on a baseball field in Alexandria, Virginia. A bullet went through his hip causing many internal injuries. Several surgeries later, Scalise will play in tonight’s congressional baseball game. While speaking at a Politico sponsored event, the Republican from Jefferson Parish says he was itching to get back during his recovery….
cut 5 (10) “….come back”
Scalise is expected to start at second base in tonight’s charity game.

Great Raft Brewing says their recently released 3-1-8 Golden Ale has exceeded expectations and now they are looking at expanding their brewery in Shreveport. Tasting room manager Bob Thames says it’s rewarding to have a brand that the area can call its own….
cut 9 (05) “….in everbody’s hands”

Good news for Lake Charles-area motorists. The state Department of Transportation says planned construction on the I-210 bridge might only take a year to compete. Earlier estimates had the timetable at three years. Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says a start date has yet to be determined and motorists will still be able to use the bridge once work begins…
cut 13 (09) “….between”
The bridge repair is expected to cost 44-million dollars.

A Morgan City bank teller has been arrested in California after she allegedly stole over 25-thousand dollars from her drawer at the bank. Thirty-seven-year-old Stephanie Williams was taken into custody in Long Beach, California.

It’s been one year since the nearly fatal shooting of US Representative Steve Scalise on a baseball diamond in Virginia. Matt Doyle has the story.

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A Shreveport craft beer’s popularity has exceeded the expectations of the brewery behind the beverage.  Kevin Barnhart has the story on this wildly sought-after brew.

Cut 2 (29) ”  I’m Kevin Barnhart” 

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A new low bid has come in to fix a vital bridge in Lake Charles, that could have a surprisingly fast build time. Connor Ferrill has the story.

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Today is the one year anniversary of the shooting of US Representative Steve Scalise. Scalise was hit in the hip by assault rifle fire in a politically motivated shooting that targeted Republican legislators at a congressional baseball game in Alexandria Virginia. Scalise says his recovery was a tough journey, but he made it through with help from his family.

Cut 4  (11) “really important.”

Scalise’s recovery was fraught, and required a series of dangerous, but ultimately successful surgeries to repair the damage. He says while he was out for months, he was just itching to get back to DC and continue his work as Majority Whip.

Cut 5  (10)  “come back”

Scalise made these comments at a Politico sponsored event.

Political analyst Clancy DuBos says Scalise’s story of recovery has lifted his national profile, and solidified his status as a prominent conservative to watch in Washington.

Cut 6 (12) “the House.”

Rumors are swirling that Scalise could be the next Speaker of the House of Representative, with current Speaker Paul Ryan retiring. At the moment, Scalise has pledged his support to California Representative Kevin McCarthy, but DuBos says the Golden State Republican has some major weaknesses that could leave the door open for a Scalise speakership.

Cut 7 (11)  “ideal speaker”

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A Shreveport craft beer’s popularity has exceeded the expectations of the brewery behind the beverage.  318 Golden Ale, named for the area code where you can find the beer, was released in March.  Great Raft Brewing’s tasting room manager Bob Thames says although you can find other beers from the brewery widely distributed, the idea behind 318 Golden Ale is to have a beer solely for North Louisiana.

Cut 8 (13)  “…move on from there.”

Thames says it’s rewarding to have a brand that the area can call its own.

Cut 9 (05)  “,,,in everybody’s hands.”

What can you expect from the beer’s drinking experience?  Thames explains, it may be light on many things, but flavor is not one of them

Cut 10 (09)   “…do with a craft beer.”

Initially, the brewery expected to sell the equivalent of 4500 cases in the first 90 days.  However, the ended up selling closer to 7000.

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A bid to repair the Lake Prien Bridge on I-210 in Lake Charles has been submitted that claims the work can be done in a surprisingly short time, only 365 days. The 44.5 million dollar repair will address the 54 year old bridge that is vital to transport in the area. Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says their own estimations pegged the time at 17 months at best.

Cut 11 (11) “be safe”

Wilson says the bridge is rapidly deteriorating and needs to be addressed soon, before the situation gets worse and the whole thing needs to be shut down.

Cut 12 (09) “traveling public”

The Lake Prien Bridge is a vital throughway that sits just south of Lake Charles and brings gamers from Texas right to the Golden Nugget and L’Auberge Casinos. Wilson says even with repairs, the road will still be driveable.

Cut 13 (09)  “between” 

The bid will have to be reviewed before it is accepted and construction begins.

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US Senator John Kennedy’s call on a Lafayette radio station for Governor John Bel Edwards’ resignation came as a bit of a surprise. Kennedy is widely reported to be preparing a run for Governor next year, and this could be the first of many salvos between the two parties. ULM Political Science Professor Dr. Josh Stockley says calling for a resignation is usually reserved for major violations, not budget disputes.

The final act of this year’s special session trilogy is less than a week away, with the administration and many legislators scrambling to find some extra cash for programs like TOPS, which is facing a 30 percent cut. House Appropriations Chairman Cameron Henry recommended a gradual fade out of whatever taxes are passed to lead to more manageable budget situation.
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The session starts Monday

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It’s a disciplinary action that has been around for years, but now a study involving Tulane University researchers finds that about three out of four pediatricians are saying spankings are no longer recommended.  Tulane associate professor Catherine Taylor says it’s important to remember that even though spankings are no longer recommended, discipline in a child’s life is still crucial.
cut 8 (09) “…it always has been.”

Taylor recommends consulting with your pediatrician for advice at to see what the best disciplinary actions are for your child.
The feds are pumping 40 million dollars into the state’s Childcare Assistance Program, that helps working and middle class parents pay for child care services. That means 4,000 more families will get help finding a safe environment for their pre-kindergarten age children while they’re at work.  The program has had to cut back dramatically in the last decade, as the state cut off all funds for Childcare Assistance after years of budget cuts. Louisiana Policy Institute for Children Executive Director Melanie Bronfin says those cuts kicked 25 thousand families out of the program.
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US Senator John Kennedy is weighing in on President Donald Trump’s historic summit meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. He says it took a certain kind of person to break through the Hermit kingdom’s tough outer shell, after decades of failed attempts.
Cut 12 (09)   “baby step.”