LSU football players are in support of Lane Kiffin’s decision to add players who are fighting in the courts for a fifth year of eligibility. Former Ole Miss tight end Dae’Quan Wright is one of those players who started practicing with the team this week. Junior tight end Trey’Dez Green says he’s glad Wright is on the team for now…

Cut 11 (12) “…I’m excited.”

Wright, edge rusher Junior Tuihalamaka and dozens of other athletes have a preliminary injunction hearing tomorrow to determine their egibility status moving forward. The players seeking a fifth year of eligibility are part of the high school graduation class of 2022 and they say it’s unfair they were excluded from the new NCAA rule that allows athletes to compete for five years over five seasons.

Tomorrow’s hearing begins at 11 AM inside Judge William Jorden’s courtroom.

If you got your state tax refund by paper check and have yet to cash it, you have until Friday to do so before that money gets transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Rapides Parish Police Jury says a child who swam in Cotile Lake last weekend has been diagnosed with Shigella, an intestinal infection caused by bacteria. Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach pain and fever. Most people recover on their own by resting, drinking plenty of water and taking antibiotics.

On Friday, the state is slated to move millions of dollars in uncashed tax refunds to the Unclaimed Property Division of the State Treasurer’s Office. The average uncashed refund is more than 750 dollars, and Byron Henderson with the Louisiana Department of Revenue points out with almost 23-thousand people yet to cash their refund checks, those amounts add up.

Cut 4 (09) “…is 17,145,961 dollars.”

As football season gets underway, the state is reminding you that smoking marijuana on a school campus or within two-thousand feet of school property is now a felony, punishable by up to a year in jail and a thousand-dollar fine. Pollock Representative Gabe Firment authored the legislation after hearing football fans complaining about smelling pot while tailgating.

Cut 13 (09) “…just that.”

LSU players appear to be cool with former NFL players signing with the team so close to the first game of the season. Notre Dame transfer defensive end Junior Tuihalamaka and former Ole Miss and NFL tight end Dae’Quan Wright are now practicing with the Tigers. Senior linebacker Whit Weeks says they have been valuable additions and the team is not distracted by outside noise.

Cut 10 (12) “…their business.” 

The Brookshire Grocery Arena in Bossier City will host the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference men’s and women’s basketball championships for the next three years, starting in February of 2027. Bossier City councilman Brian Hammons says they are excited to welcome the SCAC student-athletes, families and fans.

Cut 6 (12) “…to us.”

If you got your state tax refund by paper check and have yet to cash it, you have until Friday to do so before that money gets transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

According to Child Care Aware of America, the average cost of childcare nationally is 13-thousand dollars, but childcare is not as expensive in Louisiana. The report says childcare for infants or four-year-old is around eight thousand a year in Louisiana and for school-aged children it’s about six-thousand dollars.

LSU football coach Lane Kiffin asked his player leadership council whether they were okay with the Tigers signing returning fifth-year players to the roster this close to the regular season. Quarterback Sam Leavitt says the team leaders wanted their coach to do what he thought could make the team better.

Cut 9 (10)  “…in college.”

Tomorrow a Baton Rouge judge is expected to rule if several LSU football commits and other athletes should receive a fifth year. If the plaintiffs are successful, the NCAA and the SEC are expected to appeal.

The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference has announced its men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will be held at the Brookshire Grocery Arena in Bossier City for the next three years, starting in February. Commissioner Dwayne Hanberry this will be the first time their basketball tournaments will be held at neutral site….

Cut 7 (08) “…is remarkable’

If you were issued your state tax refund by paper check and have not yet cashed it, you have until Friday to do so before that money gets transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division of the State Treasurer’s Office. Byron Henderson with the Louisiana Department of Revenue says the department sent letters to almost 23-thousand individual and business taxpayers.

Cut 3 (12) “…cash those checks.”

That money totals more than 17-million dollars.

With football season getting underway, Governor Landry is reminding you about a new state law that makes it a felony to smoke marijuana on a school campus or within two-thousand feet of school property. Landry says anyone convicted could face up to one year in prison and a one-thousand-dollar fine.

Cut 12 (09) “…season.” 

LSU coach Lane Kiffin says he asked his players if they were okay with recruiting fifth-year and former NFL players, and they said yes. Kace Kieschnick has more.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.”

In November, LSU students can get a free lesson on credit education from Shaquille O’Neal. The basketball hall of famer who earned his undergrad degree from LSU and subsequently earned a doctorate will be at Fred’s Bar in Tigerland as part of a national tour across several universities.

The Louisiana Department of Revenue sends letters to almost 23-thousand taxpayers letting them know they have until Friday to cash their tax refund checks before the money goes into Unclaimed Property. Department Spokesman Byron Henderson says if that happens, those checks become void, and they can claim that money in one of two ways.

Cut 5 (12) “…to the letter.”

September is Love Our Waterways month. Those of you with boats are encouraged to pick up a bucket at your local marina and head out onto the water to pick up litter from the surface. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says even if you don’t have a boat, you can still participate in the cleanup effort.

Cut 14 (11) “…lakes and bayous.”

The LSU Alumni Association launches its Tiger Nation Challenge for 2026. Vice President of Development Lauren Griffin says this year, in honor of LSU’s big game against Clemson in the real Death Valley, they’re having a friendly competition with Clemson’s alumni association to see which school can raise more money.

Cut 11 (08) “…can get involved.”

Griffin says since this is a friendly competition, the winning school will merely get the satisfaction of winning.

The Brookshire Grocery Arena in Bossier City will host the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference men’s and women’s basketball championships for the next three years. Commissioner Dwayne Hanberry says this is a huge milestone for the league, which includes Centenary College in Shreveport.

Cut 8 (06) “…participate in.”

The 2027 event will be held February 26th to the 28th.

On the heels of the success of the Love The Boot initiative comes Love Our Waterways. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 26 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

One of the most anticipated games in Tiger Stadium history is just three days away as LSU will host Clemson. ESPN reporter Marty Smith says LSU has told him that this is the most media-celebrity-credentialed game in Tiger Stadium.

The Louisiana Department of Revenue says there are still thousands of taxpayers and businesses who received a paper refund check for the 2025 tax year and have not deposited that check. If it’s not deposited or cashed after Friday, the money will be transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division of the State Treasurer’s Office. L-D-R spokesperson Byron Henderson says there are 23-thousand checks that have yet to be deposited…

Cut 4 (09) “…is 17,145,961 dollars.”

The Brookshire Grocery Arena in Bossier City will host the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference men’s and women’s basketball championships for the next three years, starting in February of 2027. Bossier City councilman Brian Hammons says they are excited to host this event…

Cut 6 (12) “…to us.”

Centenary College in Shreveport is a member of the SCAC.

If you were issued your state tax refund by paper check and have not yet cashed it, you have until Friday to do so before that money gets transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division of the State Treasurer’s Office. Byron Henderson with the Louisiana Department of Revenue says the department sent letters to almost 23-thousand individual and business taxpayers.

Cut 3 (12) “…cash those checks.”

That money totals more than 17-million dollars.

The long-anticipated spin-off of Love The Boot is now underway as Love Our Waterways is going on throughout the entire month of September. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says litter in the state’s waterways is just as much an issue as litter on land.

Cut 13 (08)  “…litter you see.”

As another LSU school year gets underway, the LSU Alumni Association is launching its Tiger Nation Challenge for 2026. This year, LSU is holding a friendly competition with Clemson to see which school can raise the most money. Vice President of Development Lauren Griffin says you don’t even need to be an LSU alum to take part.

Cut 12 (10) “…welcome for sure.”

DOTD is launching the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” High School Video and Pledge Contest for 2026.  Rodney Mallett with DOTD says while the video contest is in its second year in Louisiana, the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” Challenge is actually a national initiative that’s been going on for years.

Cut 9 (05)  “…started in Missouri.”

There are prizes for the best videos – five-thousand dollars for first place, 35-hundred dollars for second place and 15-hundred dollars for third place.

The Louisiana Democratic Party is opposing constitutional amendment four on the November third ballot. The proposed amendment would prevent a governor from serving another term after already serving two terms and sitting out at least four years. Democratic Party Chairman Randal Gaines says if a former two-term governor wants to run again, voters should decide whether that person deserves a third term.

Cut 4 (04) “…for whatever reason.”

Chalmette Republican Mike Bayham authored the proposed amendment. He says the change would bring new ideas to the governor’s office

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser and Keep Louisiana Beautiful have started a month-long initiative called Love Our Waterways an effort to clean up the state’s rivers, lakes and shorelines. Nungesser says if you like to participate, go to Love-LA-waterways-dot-org…

Cut 15 (09) “….get involved in”

DOTD is once again launching the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” High School Video and Pledge Contest, which runs through October 31st. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Louisiana High School football season kicks off tomorrow and according to the Louisiana Sports Writers Association Ruston is ranked as the best team in Class 5A over the Karr Cougars, who are coming off back-to-back undefeated seasons. Neville is ranked number one in 4A over Westgate. In Class 1A, Haynesville and Ouachita Christian are ranked one-two.

The Louisiana Democratic Party is opposing constitutional amendment four on the November third ballot. The proposed amendment would prevent a governor from serving another term after already serving two terms and sitting out at least four years. If a simple majority approves the amendment, former governors Bobby Jindal and John Bel Edwards would be barred from running for governor again. Democrats believe the proposal is designed specifically to prevent Edwards from making another run for top office. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Randal Gaines

Cut 6 (04) “…intent is obvious.”

DOTD’s “Buckle Up, Phone Down” High School Video and Pledge Contest  is happening now.  The program invites high school students to create videos highlighting the importance of avoiding distractions like cell phones when behind the wheel and wearing seatbelts, . Rodney Mallett with DOTD…

Cut 8 (07) “…who are unrestrained.”

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With a new academic year underway at LSU, the school is launching its Tiger Nation Challenge for 2026. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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First it was “Love the Boot”, now state officials are urging us to “Love Our Waterways” by cleaning up litter. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says even if you don’t have a boat, you can still help in the effort.

Cut 14 (11) “…lakes and bayous.”

On the heels of the success of the Love The Boot initiative comes Love Our Waterways. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

DOTD “Buckle Up, Phone Down” High School Video and Pledge Contest for high school students is also happening now. Rodney Mallett with DOTD says it’s important as last year, distracted driving contributed to nearly 22-percent of all traffic fatalities in Louisiana.

Cut 7 (11) “…of those crashes.”

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The Louisiana Democratic Party is opposing constitutional amendment four on the November third ballot, which would prevent a governor from serving another term after already serving two terms and sitting out at least four years. Author of the proposed amendment Chalmette Republican Mike Bayham says the change would bring new ideas to the governor’s office and prevent former governors from using their fundraising advantages against first-time candidates. But Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Randal Gaines says the amendment would take away a choice from Louisiana voters.

Cut 5 (05) “…lead the state.”

The LSU Alumni Association is launching its Tiger Nation Challenge for 2026. Vice President of Development Lauren Griffin this year, in honor of LSU’s big game against Clemson in Death Valley, they’re having a friendly competition with Clemson’s alumni association to see who can raise more money.

Cut 11 (08) “…can get involved.”