Governor Edwards launches a new program called Constituent Services on the Geaux. Halen Doughty has more of the service to give residents a chance to meet face to face with the governor’s office to answer questions…:
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Today the Governor is in Shreveport to announce major funding for local resiliency projects through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. He will then travel to Monroe for a second major HMGP announcement. HMGP funds are federal funds administered by the state and directed by the governor to advance projects that will help prevent or lessen the impact of any future flood.

This summer’s dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to be the largest ever and Louisiana aquatic life will suffer most burden of the effects due to lack of oxygen. LSU Professor of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences Nancy Rabalais says they know where the majority of the nitrogen and phosphorus are coming from..:
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She says this is already causing a noticeable effect for fisherman.

Louisiana’s military bases will see tremendous benefits from the National Defense Authorization Act passed by the US House. That’s according to Richland Parish Congressman Ralph Abraham, who says this is the funding mechanism for the nation’s military. He says the bill begins the process of re-engining B-52 bombers, many of which are housed at Barksdale Air Force Base…:
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He says it also gives military men and women a 2.4 percent pay increase.

This summer’s dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to be the largest ever and Louisiana aquatic life will suffer most burden of the effects. LSU Professor of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences Nancy Rabalais says an increased load of nitrates were carried by the Mississippi River during the spring leading to the hypoxia, or dead zone. She says this is a lack of oxygen in the water…:
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She says Louisiana does not contribute much to the dead zone yet we are the ones who face what happens to our water ways.

The Governor’s Office is hitting the streets and wants to meet face to face with citizens with a new program, Constituent Services on the Geaux. Deputy Chief of Staff Johnny Anderson says the program kicks off in St. Landry Parish today…:
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Congressman Ralph Abraham says the National Defense Authorization Act will includes lots of wins for Louisiana’s military bases, like beginning the process re-engining the B-52 bombers. Don Molino has more…:
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According to a recent study, sleep deprivation is costing Americans billions. Dr. Jake Rodi with Ochsner says people are more sleep deprived than ever. He says the biggest medical cause of sleep loss is sleep apnea, but there are plenty of things that keep us up at night…:
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The study from Rand Europe finds the US loses over 1 million working days a year to sleep deprivation.

Governor John Bel Edwards has launched a new program called Constituent Services on the Geaux to give Louisiana residents a chance to meet face to face with someone from the office to answer questions. Deputy Chief of Staff Johnny Anderson says they’ll be making stops around the state..:
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The program will kick off in St. Landry Parish today.

Louisiana’s military bases will see tremendous benefits from the National Defense Authorization Act passed by the US House. That’s according to Richland Parish Congressman Ralph Abraham, who says the bill gives military men and women a 2.4 percent pay increase, and supports maintenance and development of the tactical aviation squadron…:
Cut 12 (08) “in the future”
He says the bill begins the process of re-engining B-52 bombers, many of which are housed at Barksdale Air Force Base in northwest Louisiana.

The dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico is supposed to be a big one this year and is expected to peak in the end of July and early August..:
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The Saints have released the team’s training camp schedule and outlined new procedures for fans who come to watch. Camp opens in Metairie on July 26th, and the first practice open to the public is July 29th. The New Orleans Saints 2017 Training Camp will feature a total of 11 practices open to the public at their Metairie Training Facility, including six on weekend mornings and seven workouts featuring a Fan Fest. This year, Black and Gold fans interested in attending any of the sessions will require a ticket for entry. They are free but you have to get them at neworleanssaints.com/trainingcamp on Friday, or starting tomorrow for season ticket holders.

Pelicans General Manager Mickey Loomis said on a New Orleans sports radio station that he believes the Pels are due for some success, and are expecting it. He says everything is in place to move the team in that direction now with DeMarcus Cousins joining Anthony Davis, and the re-signing of Jrue Holiday to a 5-year-deal. Plus the Pelicans have reportedly added Kentucky products Rajon Rondo and Darius Miller.

LSU linebacker Arden Key has been named to the 2017 Butkus Award Watch List. The award, named after Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, is given to the best linebacker in the country. Key is already named to the AP All-SEC first team and the Coaches All-SEC second team.

Louisiana Tech had two representatives named to the 2017 Conference USA Football Coaches Preseason Awards. O’Shea Dugas and Jaylon Ferguson both made the lineup which is voted on by the league’s head coaches.

LSU gymnastics head coach D-D Breaux has been named the most Outstanding College Coach in Louisiana by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation. Breaux, the dean of Southeastern Conference coaches, completed her 40th season in 2017…which was the Tigers most dominant in school history. LSU finished as the NCAA National Runner-up for the 2nd straight year.

Former LSU baseball star Mikie Mahtook of Detroit went 3 for 5 with a two-run homer on Monday in an eventual win over the Royals 10-2. Mahtook’s hit into the fountains in left-centerfield was his fifth home run of the season.

Governor John Bel Edwards has launched a new program called Constituent Services on the Geaux to give Louisiana residents a chance to meet face to face with someone from the office to answer questions. Deputy Chief of Staff Johnny Anderson says they’ll be making stops around the state..:
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The program will kick off in St. Landry Parish today.

Louisiana’s military bases will see tremendous benefits from the National Defense Authorization Act passed by the US House. That’s according to Richland Parish Congressman Ralph Abraham, who says the bill gives military men and women a 2.4 percent pay increase, and supports maintenance and development of the tactical aviation squadron…:
Cut 12 (08) “in the future”
He says the bill begins the process of re-engining B-25 bombers, many of which are housed at Barksdale Air Force Base in northwest Louisiana.

The dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico is supposed to be a big one this year and is expected to peak in the end of July and early August..:
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Governor John Bel Edwards took time today to remember the fallen Baton Rouge officers who were killed in an ambush attack one year ago today. Emelie Gunn has more…

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Deputy Nick Tullier continues to make strides in his recover. His father, James, says Nick underwent major abdominal surgery last week, which should help with the infection he’s been battling since the attack. Tullier thanks the community for their continued support.

A Kinder man has been arrested after he was caught dumping a load of kittens off on the side of the road. Deputy Christopher Ivey with the Jefferson Davis Sheriff’s Office says deputies noticed a stopped vehicle stopped, which then turned down a private road. So they pulled over 63-year-old Morris Williams.

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Williams is charged with 5 counts of animal cruelty.

A Ouachita Parish man was arrested after allegedly punching a pregnant woman over meth. The victim reportedly told police she fell asleep in the car on the way to 47-year-old William Chapman’s residence. Police say she woke up to Chapman and an unknown woman punching her and yelling at her to return the 36 grams of methamphetamine they believe was stolen from the home. Chapman was booked on one count of simple battery.

East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says the Baton Rouge police ambush a year ago today was a turning point for our community. Gautreaux recalls racing back to Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, where he learned three officers had lost their lives.

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Deputy Nick Tullier continues to defy the odds, after being shot three times in the attack. His father, James Tullier, says Nick is able to move his arms and legs, and he even said the word hello out loud recently, which is something doctors never thought he would do.

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Tullier thanks the community for their continued support.

Baton Rouge Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a murder suspect. Sgt. Don Coppola says 52-year-old Robert Antoine is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend Saturday night. He says the suspect should be considered dangerous.

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Anyone with information is encouraged to contact authorities.

A man is behind bars on an attempted murder charge after a heroin overdose on LSU campus. Police say the 25-year-old was found unresponsive in a bathroom stall with a needle in his arm. 33-year-old Joshua Brian is accused of giving the drug to the victim, and making no attempt to call for help after the overdose. The victim was resuscitated by EMS. Brian also faces a slew of drug-related charges.

Three Baton Rouge law enforcement officers lost their lives one year ago today in an ambush attack on police. Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says the community will never forget these brave men. He says the men and women in his department have come together to stay strong.

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Deputy Brad Garafola, Officer Matthew Gerald, and Cpl. Montrell Jackson were killed in the ambush.

Today, Baton Rouge police are seeking a murder suspect accused of killing his ex-girlfriend. Sgt. Don Coppola says the victim, 41-year-old Monique Maxie, was getting out of a vehicle with another person when she was shot.

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52-year-old Robert Antoine is wanted for her murder.

One year after an ambush attack on Baton Rouge police officers, Deputy Nick Tullier continues to make miraculous strides. Michelle Southern has more…

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More and more Louisiana students are applying for financial aid for college, according to the state department of education. The department says 65 percent of high school seniors completed FAFSA, up from 58 percent the previous year. The Baton Rouge Advocate reports that rate is an all-time high for the state.

It’s been a full year since an out of state shooter gunned down six law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge. Three of those officers lost their lives that day. Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says even a year later, the tragedy has put officers on high alert.

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Deputy Brad Garafola, Officer Matthew Gerald, and Cpl. Montrell Jackson were killed in the ambush.

One year after the attack on law enforcement, East Baton Rouge Deputy Nick Tullier continues to defy the odds. His father James says Nick underwent major abdominal surgery last week to help with the infection he’s been battling since the shooting.

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Baton Rouge police are seeking a suspect accused of killing his ex-girlfriend. Sgt. Don Coppola says 52-year-old Robert Antoine is accused of shooting at two individuals over the weekend, including the victim who is believed to be his ex.

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A Kinder man is facing animal cruelty charges after police say he dumped a box of kittens in a ditch on the side of the road. Jefferson Davis Parish Deputy Christopher Ivey says unfortunately they see a lot of cases of animal abandonment.

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63-year-old Morris Williams is charged with five counts of animal cruelty.

Governor John Bel Edwards took time today to remember the fallen Baton Rouge officers who were killed in an ambush attack one year ago..:
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Attorney General Jeff Landry’s Cyber Crime Unit has arrested a man on over 100 counts of child pornography. They say 27-year-old Cameron Fairley of Sulphur was booked on 80 counts of sexual abuse images and/or videos of children and 29 additional counts of sexual abuse images and/or videos of children under the age of 13.

The Baton Rouge Police Department is looking for a man they say fatally shot and killed his ex-girlfriend. Sgt. Don Coppola says 52-year-old Robert Antoine is accused of opening fire on two individuals early Saturday morning, including his ex-girlfriend 41-year-old Monique Maxie who later died. He says Antoine should be considered dangerous…:
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Antoine is wanted on counts of second-degree murder, aggravated battery and illegal use of a weapon.

A Kinder man has been arrested after he was caught dumping a load of kittens off on the side of the road. Deputy Christopher Ivey with the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office says deputies first believed 63-year-old Morris Williams was either dumping garbage or trespassing. He says the officer was able to retrieve the kittens from the ditch..:
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Williams is charged with 5 counts of animal cruelty.