Congressman Cedric Richmond has issued an apology to White House aid Kellyanne Conway over a comment he made about a photo of her kneeling on a sofa. Some felt the statement about the position looking familiar was sexist. The New Orleans US Representative said he’s been a champion for women’s issues and, in a statement, apologized to Conway and those who found the comment offensive.

College campuses in Louisiana are falling apart because of continued budget cuts to higher education. That’s according to University of Louisiana System President Jim Henderson, who says deferred maintenance at campuses has reached about $365 million, and that number keeps growing annually…:
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He says these problems will become big ones if they aren’t addressed soon.

Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain will speak before the Baton Rouge Press Club today and continue his push for resuming trade with Cuba. Strain spoke at the Louisiana Agriculture Hall of Distinction and said next year the island nation is going to buy two billion dollars worth of food products from somebody…:
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He says rural economies are important and hopes leaders recognize that.

Beginning today, 48 teams vying for 12 state titles are in southwest Louisiana for the 2017 LHSAA boys’ state basketball tournament. Before the split playoffs between select and non-select schools, 28 teams competed for 7 titles. Eric Zartler with the Lake Charles Convention and Visitors Bureau says they are ready for all those extra games..:
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A ceremony in New Orleans today will honor the nearly 300 airmen in the Louisiana National Guard deploying to Europe. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says they’re sending 270 airmen and 12 F-15 fighter jets to the European Command.

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The airmen will participate in critical training exercises during the 90 day deployment.

Archers from 45 Louisiana schools are competing for a 20-thousand dollar scholarship today in Shreveport at the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament. Jan McGovern with LDWF says the scholarship is for any post-secondary education.

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The winner of the competition will move on to the national championship.

More sexual misconduct charges have been filed against the former Neville High School choir director. 25-year-old Christian Amos of Monroe was arrested for allegedly giving pot to students at his apartment and soliciting sexual favors from them. BESE Representative Gary Jones says if convicted, Amos will likely never teach again.

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Amos resigned from Neville High School in January without explanation.

Warmer winter weather has led to a spike in the mosquito population in Louisiana. LSU Entomology Professor Kristen Healy says temperature plays into mosquito development. She says the insects are more active when the weather is warmer, but rain is also factor.

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Healy says this means there is also an increased risk for contracting mosquito borne illnesses.

A ceremony will be held in New Orleans today to honor the nearly 300 Louisiana National Guard airmen deploying to Europe. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says this is a chance for the airmen to bid farewell to their families and for LANG to honor their service.

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The ceremony at the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base begins at 2pm.

Archers from schools around the state are competing in Shreveport today in the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament. Jan McGovern with LDWF says the program has grown rapidly in public schools since it came to Louisiana in 2012.

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The winner of the competition will walk away with a $20-thousand scholarship.

The mosquito population is Louisiana has exploded with a warmer winter than usual. Emelie Gunn has more…

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A Baton Rouge woman has been arrested after police say she let her 15-year-old son and his friend hide a stolen Mercedes and golf cart in her garage. Authorities say they executed a search warrant at the home of 38-year-old Erica Bergeron, and that’s when they found the stolen Mercedes and a golf cart, which was later determined to be stolen as well. Bergeron is booked on charges of contributing to the delinquency of juveniles and accessory after the fact.

A former Monroe choir teacher is facing additional charges after allegations surfaced he was involved in inappropriate relationships with students. 25-year-old Christian Amos allegedly gave pot to students and possibly enticing them to have sex with him. BESE Representative Gary Jones says these acts Amos is accused of are outrageous.

Cut 4 (08) “about it”
Amos resigned as the Neville High School choir director in January without explanation.

Nearly 300 airmen in the Louisiana National Guard are deploying to Europe, and a farewell ceremony is being held in their honor on Saturday in New Orleans. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says the airmen will participate in critical training missions during the 90 day deployment.

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He says demonstrating the United States’ commitment to NATO is a national priority.

The mild winter has led to an uptick in Louisiana’s mosquito population. LSU entomology professor Dr. Kristen Healy says the warmer the temperature, the faster mosquitoes tend to develop. She recommends reducing standing water in your backyard.

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She also advises people to wear EPA approved mosquito repellant.

Over one thousand archers from 45 Louisiana schools will compete in the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament today in Shreveport. Jan McGovern with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says the ALAS program teaches archery skills to kids in 3rd to 12th grade and gives students a lifelong skill and allows them to participate in a team sport.

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The students will compete for a 20-thousand dollar scholarship.

The budget bill that was passed during the special session has been signed by Governor John Bel Edwards. The governor says they knew closing a $304 million shortfall would be challenging, but lawmakers found a solution that did not adversely impact higher education, public schools, hospitals, or the department of children and family services.

A ceremony is being held in New Orleans on Saturday to honor the hundreds of Louisiana National Guard airmen deploying to Europe. Michelle Southern has more…

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A former-Neville high school choir teacher is facing additional charges amid allegations he was involved in inappropriate relationships with students. At least five victims have come forward with claims that 25-year-old Christian Amos provided them with weed at his apartment and requested sexual acts. BESE Representative Gary Jones says if convicted, Amos will likely have his license suspended.

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Amos’ charges include prohibited sexual conduct between a student and educator and distribution of marijuana.

A warmer than usual winter has led to an explosion in Louisiana’s mosquito population. LSU Assistant Professor of Entomology Kristen Healy says that means there’s also an increased risk for contracting mosquito borne illnesses.

Cut 13 (10) “development”

Healy advises everyone to protect themselves with EPA approved repellents.

More sexual misconduct charges have been filed against a former Monroe choir director. 25-year-old Christian Amos was arrested for allegedly giving marijuana to students at his home and offering them sexual favors. BESE Representative Gary Jones says if convicted, Amos will likely never teach again.

Cut 3 (09) “suspended”

Amos resigned from Neville High School in January.

A ceremony will be held in New Orleans tomorrow to honor the nearly 300 airmen in the Louisiana National Guard deploying to Europe. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says they’re sending 270 airmen and 12 F-15 fighter jets to the European Command.

Cut 9 (12) “in Europe”

Hasenkampf says demonstrating the United States’ commitment to NATO is a national priority.

The mosquito population has exploded in Louisiana after a mild winter. LSU Assistant Professor of Entomology Kristen Healy says temperature plays into mosquito development. She says the insects are more active when the weather is a little warmer but rain is also factor that plays into an increase in mosquitos.

Cut 12 (06) “for them”

Healy says with the increased mosquito population, there is also an increased risk for contacting mosquito borne illnesses.

Over one thousand archers from 45 Louisiana schools will compete for a $20-thousand scholarship in the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament tomorrow in Shreveport. Jan McGovern with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says the scholarship is for any post-secondary education.

Cut 6 (08) “as needed”

The winner of the competition will move on to the national championship.

A ceremony will be held in New Orleans tomorrow to honor the nearly 300 Louisiana National Guard airmen deploying to Europe. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says this is a chance for the airmen to bid farewell to their families and to honor their service.

Cut 11 (11) “this mission”

The ceremony at the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base begins at 2pm.

Archers from schools around the state are gathering in Shreveport to compete in the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament tomorrow. Jan McGovern with LDWF says the program has grown rapidly in public schools since it came to Louisiana in 2012.

Cut 8 (06) “curriculum”

The winner of the competition will walk away with a $20-thousand scholarship and go on to the national championship.

The mosquito population is Louisiana has exploded with a warmer winter than usual. Emelie Gunn has more…

Cut 2 (30) “I’m Michelle Southern”

A Bossier Parish sheriff’s deputy has been fired after getting arrested for a DWI. Authorities say 58-year-old Deputy John Jeter was arrested Thursday night on charges of improper lane usage and drinking while driving his personal vehicle. Jeter is a 7 year veteran with the Sheriff’s Office.

The mild winter has meant many things: an earlier allergy season, a better crawfish season — and unfortunately more mosquitoes. Dr. Kristen Healy, Professor at LSU Department of Entomology, says the warmer the temperature, the faster mosquitoes tend to develop. She recommends reducing standing water in your backyard…:
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She says it’ll be an early season for mosquitoes…and plenty of them.

A Spirit of America Rally will take place Saturday on the steps of the State Capitol to support President Trump. Emelie Gunn has more..:
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Over one thousand archers from 45 Louisiana schools will compete in the 2017 Archery in Louisiana Schools State Tournament tomorrow in Shreveport. Jan McGovern with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says the ALAS program teaches archery skills to kids in 3rd to 12th grade and gives students a lifelong skill and allows them to participate in a team sport…:
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The students will compete for a 20-thousand dollar scholarship and the chance to go on to the national tournament.

UL-Lafayette hosts it’s first home game of the season in the newly renovated venue now known as M.L. “Tigue” Moore Field at Russo Park. The Cajuns play host to Southern Mississippi for a three-game series, but the stadium isn’t entirely finished. School officials say a new stadium club, new suites and a new upper concourse “will not be accessible” until the stadium is completed.

A ceremony is being held in New Orleans on Saturday to honor the hundreds of Louisiana National Guard airmen deploying to Europe. Michelle Southern has more…
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An East Baton Rouge Parish motorcycle deputy has been injured after he was struck by another vehicle just after noon today. The deputy was taken to a Baton Rouge hospital where he is in stable condition but has a broken shoulder. Authorities have not said whether the other driver will be cited in the incident.

A former choir teacher at Neville High School is facing additional counts after allegations surfaced he was involved in inappropriate relationships with students. 25-year-old Christian Amos allegedly gave pot to students and possibly enticing them to have sex with him. BESE Representative Gary Jones says these acts Amos is accused of are outrageous.

Cut 4 (08) “about it”
Amos resigned as the Neville choir director in January without explanation. The suspect is being held at Ouachita Correctional Center on a laundry list of charges.

The mosquito population in Louisiana has exploded with the warmer than usual winter. LSU Assistant Professor of Entomology Kristen Healy says with this increase in the mosquito population comes an increased risk for contracting mosquito borne illnesses.
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With a warmer winter than usual, the mosquito population has exploded in Louisiana. LSU Assistant Professor of Entomology Kristen Healy says temperature plays a lot into mosquito development. She says the insects are more active when the weather is a little warmer but rain is also factor that plays into an increase in mosquitoes…:
cut 12 (06) “for them”
Healy says with the increased mosquito population, there is also an increased risk for contacting mosquito borne illnesses.

Nearly 300 airmen in the Louisiana National Guard are deploying to Europe, and a farewell ceremony is being held in their honor on Saturday in New Orleans. Maj. Jesse Hasenkampf says the airmen will participate in critical training missions during the 90 day deployment…:
Cut 10 (08) “NATO allies”
Hasenkampf says demonstrating the United States’ commitment to NATO is a national priority.

A former-Neville high school choir teacher is facing additional counts amid allegations he was involved in inappropriate relationships with students. At least five victims have come forward with claims that 25-year-old Christian Amos provided them with weed at his apartment and requested sexual acts. BESE Representative Gary Jones says if convicted, Amos will likely have his license suspended…:
Cut 5 (11) “those kinds of things”
Amos’ charges include prohibited sexual conduct between a student and educator and distribution of marijuana.

Nine parishes are eligible for disaster assistance as a result of a recent drought, according to Ag Commissioner Mike Strain. They are Bossier, Caddo, Concordia, East Carroll, Madison, Morehouse, Tensas, Union and West Carroll. Farmers and ranchers located in these parishes are eligible for low-interest emergency loans from the Farm Service Agency.