About 40 cyclists will ride into Baton Rouge from Dallas today to honor fallen law enforcement officers one year after the ambush attack on Baton Rouge police. The Texas Brotherhood Ride president Tim Dunn says people from around the country are coming to show they will never forget.
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One month ago, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was shot at a baseball field in Virginia. The Congressman from Jefferson Parish is now in fair condition after recently undergoing surgery for an infection. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says he’s been in constant contact with the Scalise family.
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Scalise was moved out of the ICU on Wednesday, according to MedStar Washington Hospital.

Toledo Bend has been named the number 4 bass fishing lake in the Central U.S. Sabine Parish CVB Director Linda Curtis Sparks says the is the third time Toledo Bend has been in the best lakes to bass fish in recent years. She adds that the lake is also on the Louisiana Bass Trail, which showcases the great fishing in north Louisiana.
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Toledo Bend was named the top bass fishing lake in the country in 2015 and 2016 by Bassmaster Magazine.

Shreveport firefighter Mark Myers will appear on Sunday’s episode of Guy’s Grocery Games. Myers says the the competition involves running through the grocery store, picking up ingredients and cooking a meal within 30 minutes and Guy includes an added challenge.
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The episode airs at 7 p.m. on Food Network.

A memorial will take place in Baton Rouge this afternoon to honor the 3 officers that were killed a year ago this Monday, as 40 bikers who’ve been peddling from Dallas roll in. The group is called the Texas Brotherhood Ride and their president is Tim Dunn…:
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The group will ride through Opelousas to Krotz Springs, then into BRPD headquarters around 4.

There’s been a tragedy in Jefferson Parish. The Sheriff’s Office reports a 15-year-old boy shot and killed his 14-year-old sister by accident. They say the juvenile told investigators he and his sister were in her bedroom when the handgun he had accidentally discharged striking her in the head. They say the incident remains under investigation, but the brother was arrested on charges of negligent homicide and juvenile with a firearm.

The Toledo Bend Reservoir has earned a spot in the top five bass fishing lakes in the Central U.S. Sabine Parish CVB Director Linda Curtis Sparks says this is the third time Toledo Bend has been in the best lakes to bass fish in the country in recent years. She says it’s an extremely positive time in the area with all the visitors…:
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A Shreveport firefighter will appear on this Sunday’s episode of Guy’s Grocery Games, which will air on Food Network. Mark Myers, Jr. says he’s a self-taught chef through trial and error, and started his catering company, Remarkable Foods, all through encouragement from friends a little over year ago…:
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You can cheer Myers on Guys Grocery Games at 7pm Sunday.

A month after Jefferson Parish Congressman Steve Scalise was shot during a Republican baseball practice in Virginia, the Washington Hospital where he’s recovering has upgraded his condition to fair. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says they’ve always been told that Scalise has a long road ahead…:
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Scalise was moved out of the ICU Wednesday, according to MedStar Washington hospital, and underwent surgery yesterday for the infection.

About 40 cyclists will ride through south Louisiana today into Baton Rouge in honor of fallen law enforcement officers. The trip from Dallas to the Capitol City comes ahead of the one year anniversary of the ambush attack on Baton Rouge police. Texas Brotherhood Ride president Tim Dunn says made stops in Louisiana including Maryville and Eunice, before concluding at BRPD headquarters at 4 today:
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Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand says a 14-year-old girl is dead after apparently accidentally being shot in the head by her brother. They say the victim is identified as Jasmine Anderson. The 15-year-old brother said he bought the gun for street protection. He’s been booked on a warrant for negligent homicide and juvenile with a firearm.

A Shreveport fireman will appear on Sunday’s episode of Guy’s Grocery Games on Food Network at 7 p.m. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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A memorial will take place in Baton Rouge this afternoon to honor the 3 officers that were killed a year ago this Monday, as 40 bikers who’ve been peddling from Dallas roll in. The Texas Brotherhood Ride left LSU-Eunice this morning and are slated to be at the BRPD Headquarters around 4. Their president, Tim Dunn, says the group consists of firefighters, EMTs, and police officers from around the country…:
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The 500 mile ride began in Dallas on July 9, two days after the anniversary of the Dallas attack.

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise of Jefferson Parish is back in fair condition here on the one month anniversary of the critical injury he suffered in a mass shooting on June 14th. Scalise got a shout-out from his favorite college football team this week at SEC Medida Days…:
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Toledo Bend is in the top five bass fishing lakes in the Central United States…:
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A Shreveport firefighter will appear on this Sunday’s episode of Guy’s Grocery Games at 7pm on Food Network. Mark Myers, Jr. is a caterer in northwest Louisiana all whild laying his life on the line as a fireman. He appears on the American Heros episode…:
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It’s been one month since House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was shot at a Virginia ballpark. The Jefferson Parish Congressman underwent surgery for an infection and condition has been upgraded to fair. Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves says he’s been in touch with Scalise and his family throughout this ordeal…:
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Scalise and four other people were injured June 14 when a man opened fire on a Congressional baseball practice.

The Toledo Bend Reservoir has earned a spot in the top five bass fishing lakes in the Central U.S. Sabine Parish CVB Director Linda Curtis Sparks says people come from all over the state to take advantage of their very active stocking program and natural spawning…:
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Toledo Bend is located in Sabine Parish along the Louisiana-Texas border.

About 40 cyclists will ride into Baton Rouge today to honor fallen law enforcement officers. The ride from Dallas to the Capitol City comes ahead of the one year anniversary of the ambush attack on Baton Rouge police, just 10 days after officers were attacked in Dallas. The group is called the Texas Brotherhood Ride and their president is Tim Dunn…:
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The group is leaving LSU-Eunice this morning, will ride through Opelousas to Krotz Springs, then into Baton Rouge after lunch time.

The Senate has revealed yet another version of the nation’s healthcare law and Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says he is pleased this one corrects a funding issue that would have cost Louisiana $2 billion in health care dollars.

According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty this year, a 30 percent increase over the same period last year. President and CEO Craig Floyd says one Louisiana officer was killed in a crash, and two others were shot.

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The leading cause of officer deaths is traffic fatalities.

One the second day of qualifying, three candidates have joined the race to fill the public service commission seat vacated by Scott Angelle. Damon Baldone was appointed by the governor to occupy the seat temporarily, but he’s had his eye on this race since last year.

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Twelve out of 24 Louisiana beaches have beach advisories after traces of dangerous bacteria have been detected. Emelie Gunn has more…

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Saints superfan Jarrius “JJ” Robertson received the Jimmy V Perseverance Award at the ESPYS last night. He said on ESPN that being the Saints hype man has been a blessing and he’s grateful to the team for opening up so many doors for him.

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Candidates continue to qualify for the open seat on the Public Service Commission. Longtime Democrat Damon Baldone has served as interim since Scott Angelle vacated the position. But he qualified Wednesday as a Republican.

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District 2 includes Baton Rouge, much of Acadiana and most of the bayou regions.

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund reports 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty so far this year. President and CEO Craig Floyd says unfortunately, we’re seeing more and more attacks on police. He says nationwide 23 officers were killed in firearms-related fatalities.

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The leading cause of officer deaths is traffic fatalities.

Twelve Louisiana beaches have been placed under a health advisory as the water contains high amounts of enterococci bacteria. Dr. Fred Lopez with the department of infectious diseases at LSU Health New Orleans says warm water allows this bacteria to thrive.

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This bacteria is found in sewage and the human intestine.

Reggie’s Bar at Tigerland in Baton Rouge has had its liquor license suspended again after a sting operation resulted in 37 arrests for underage drinking. A judge ruled today Reggie’s cannot serve alcohol for 45 days, and the bar must pay an $8,000 fine. Another hearing set for next week will decide the fate of the popular bar near the LSU campus.

So far this year, 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. President and CEO Craig Floyd says the leading cause of officer deaths is traffic fatalities.

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Louisiana saw one such incident when Ouachita Parish Deputy Justin Beard was killed in a crash responding to a call.

Three candidates have signed up for former-Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle’s open seat in the October 14 election. One of those is Lenar Whitney, a Houma Republican who served four years in the state House. Whitney says if elected, she’ll lookout for consumers.

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Also in the race are Republicans Craig Greene and Damon Baldone.

Health advisories are in effect for 12 Louisiana beaches because of high levels of bacteria. Dr. Fred Lopez with LSU Health New Orleans says people with weak immune systes are more susceptible to contracting infections from these bacteria.

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Lopez also advises people not to get in the water if they have open wounds.

Saints superfan Jarrius Robertson received The Jimmy V Perseverance Award last night at the ESPYS. The 15-year-old has had two liver transplants, but that’s never stopped him from following his favorite team. When accepting the award on ESPN, Robertson thanked all the people who have helped him achieve his dreams.

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Saints owner Tom Benson has donated $25,000 for Robertson’s medical expenses.

So far this year, 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty, a 30 percent increase over the same period last year, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. President and CEO Craig Floyd says Ouachita Parish Deputy Justin Beard was killed in a crash responding to a call and two other officers killed this year were shot…
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12 out of 24 Louisiana beaches have been placed under a health advisory by the state Department of Health due to high levels of the enterococci bateria. Dr. Fred Lopez with LSU Health New Orleans says this bacteria is found in sewage and the human intestine. He says if you decide to get in the water, you’re swimming at your own risk.
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Three candidates have joined the race to fill Scott Angelle’s vacated public service commissioner seat on the second of three qualifying days for the October election. Democrat Damon Baldone was appointed by the governor to occupy the seat temporarily but he’s had his eye on this rice since last year and never told Governor Edwards he wasn’t going to run.
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Baldone has signed up as a Republican.

Saints and LSU superfan, Jarrius “JJ” Robertson received the Jimmy V Perseverance Award at the ESPYS last night. JJ said on ESPN that being the Saints hype man for the past few years has been a blessing and he’s grateful to the team for opening up so many doors for him.
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The 15-year-old has undergone 13 surgeries and two liver transplants.

12 out of 24 Louisiana beaches have beach advisories after traces of dangerous bacteria have been detected….:
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The next Mike the Tiger at LSU will enjoy nearly $1 million dollars worth of renovations to the habitat on campus, including a rock for laying that will be cool in the summer, and warm in the winter. The LSU Daily Reveille reported that the $975,000 improvements to the tiger habitat should be completed by Aug. 14, weather permitting.

So far this year, 65 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty, a 30 percent increase over the same period last year, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. President and CEO Craig Floyd says unfortunately, we’re seeing more and more attacks on police. He says nationwide 23 officers were killed in firearms-related fatalities…:
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This report comes just days ahead of the one-year anniversary of the ambush on police officers in Baton Rouge.

Farmers and ranchers impacted by last year’s floods are attending meetings around the state today to learn more about federal recovery grants. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says he wants to make sure Louisiana farmers have the information they need to get as much assistance as they are eligible to receive…:
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