Governor Landry signed into law a bill that offers critical legal protections for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking by requiring car manufacturers to disable remote access technology

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

CVS sent out a mass text message to its customers telling them if House Bill 358 was approved, it would result in the closure of CVS pharmacies in Louisiana. Attorney General Liz Murrill says CVS may have violated state law by using personal information to push a political message.

St. Tammany Parish Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape is re-releasing a PSA warning of the dangers of babies sleeping in the same bed with others after a tragedy involving an infant who died last weekend while sharing a bed with his mother and a sibling. Coroner’s spokesperson James

Hartman says when putting infants to bed, always use the ABC rule – Alone, on their Back and in a Crib.

Cut 10 (07) “…with a child.”

The Louisiana Legislature has approved a 46-billion-dollar budget for next fiscal year. The spending plan does not contain the 93-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the LA Gator program, which provides parents with state money to pay for private school tuition.  House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says most of the families that applied for LA Gator funds, already have children attending a private school…

Cut 12 (08) “…private schools.”

The LA Gator program will receive 43-million dollars, 50-million less than what the governor wanted.

Victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking have added protections, thanks to a new law Louisiana law requiring car manufacturers to disable remote access technology, like tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey says 80-percent of all domestic homicide victims were stalked and thanks to this law…

Cut 3 (11) “…track or monitor.”

Congress is being urged to protect the Medicare Advantage program which was left intact by the House but Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says provisions may be added in the Senate that he says would have a devastating effect on Louisiana’s 540-thousand seniors.

Cut 7 (10) “…services they need.”

The Legislature has passed a budget. The LA Gator program is receiving 43-million dollars, 50-million dollars less than what the governor wanted. LA Gator replaces the state’s voucher program, and House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says most lawmakers believe funding for private school vouchers should remain mostly the same…

Cut 13 (12)  “…for better opportunity”

A two-month-old infant in St. Tammany Parish died last weekend while sharing a bed with his mother and a sibling prompting Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape to re-release a PSA warning people of the dangers of babies sleeping in the same bed with others. Coroner’s spokesman James Hartman…

Cut 11 (14) “…was under her.”

He says always use the ABC rule – Infants should sleep Alone on their Back and in a Crib.

The Louisiana Legislature has approved a 46-billion-dollar budget for next fiscal year but it does not contain the 93-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the LA Gator program that replaces the state’s voucher program. Thirty of the 50-million dollars Governor Landry wanted for the program went to high dosage tutoring in K-through-12 education. The other 18-million went to sheriffs for housing state prisoners in their local jails. About the LA Gator program, House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says this it’s best to begin with a conservative approach

Cut 14 (10) “…of this.”

A Medicare advocacy group is urging Congress to protect the Medicare Advantage program. When the One Big Beautiful Bill made it out of the House, the program was left intact. However, Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says the Senate has the program in its crosshairs.

Cut 6 (08) “…essentially cut funding.”

After the recent death of an infant, St. Tammany Parish Coroner is alerting people about safe sleeping. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A new law is adding protections for victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking. Car manufacturers will now have to disable remote access technology, such as tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey was instrumental in getting House Bill 74 passed by highlighting the risks posed by abuser-controlled vehicle systems

Cut 5 (09) “…do the same.”

She says 80-percent of all domestic homicide victims were stalked.

CVS sent out a mass text message to its customers telling them if House Bill 358 was approved, it would result in the closure of CVS pharmacies in Louisiana. Attorney General Liz Murrill says CVS may have violated state law by using personal information to push a political message. It remains to be seen if the pharmacy benefit manager legislation will pass in the final hours of the session.

Governor Landry signed into law a bill that offers legal protections for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking by requiring car manufacturers to disable remote access technology

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

The Louisiana Legislature has approved a 46-billion-dollar budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1^st. The spending plan does not contain the 93-million dollars Governor Jeff Landry wanted for the LA Gator program, which replaces the state’s current voucher program that provides parents with state money to pay for private school tuition.  House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says most of the families that applied for LA Gator funds, already have children attending a private school…

Cut 12 (08) “….private schools”

The LA Gator program is receiving 43-million dollars, 50-million dollars less than what the governor wanted.

There is a concern the Medicare Advantage Program could be cut as the U-S Senate considers making changes to the House approved One Big Beautiful Bill. Darren Grugg with Medicare Advantage Majority says a recent poll of seniors shows that an overwhelming majority want Congress to preserve the Medicare Advantage program.

Cut 8 (15) “…their family members.”

Victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking now have added protections, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Landry. The new law requires car manufacturers to disable remote access technology, such as tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey collaborated closely with lawmakers and survivors says 80 percent of all domestic homicide victims were stalked.

Cut 4 (12) “…helps both sides”

A Medicare advocacy group is urging Congress to protect the Medicare Advantage program. When the One Big Beautiful Bill made it out of the House, the program was left intact. However, Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says provisions may be added that would have a devastating effect on Louisiana’s 540-thousand seniors.

Cut 7 (10) “…services they need.”

After an infant in St. Tammany Parish died last weekend while sharing a bed with his mother and a sibling, Coroner Dr. Christopher Tape has re-released a PSA warning people of the dangers of babies sleeping in the same bed with others. Coroner’s spokesman James Hartman says it’s a very important message.

Cut 9 (14)  “…out there again.”

Lawmakers have passed a bill expanding abortion restrictions by allowing lawsuits against out-of-state doctors and others who provide or facilitate abortion pills to Louisiana residents, even by mail. Louisiana Right to Life Policy Director Erica Inzina says the bill is needed to close legal loopholes and to deter illegal abortions.

Cut 11 (07) “…abortion pill.”

Victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking now have added protections, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Landry. The new law requires car manufacturers to disable remote access technology, such as tracking and control features, within two days of receiving a certified protective or restraining order. Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Detective Kelly Downey was instrumental in getting House Bill 74 passed.

Cut 3 (11) “…track or monitor.”

A Medicare advocacy group is urging Congress to protect the Medicare Advantage program. When the One Big Beautiful Bill made it out of the House, the program was left intact. However, Darren Grubb with Medicare Advantage Majority says the Senate has the program in its crosshairs.

Cut 6 (08) “…essentially cut funding.”

Omaha is getting ready for an onslaught of LSU fans. Michelle Southern reports.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Michelle Southern.”

Churchill Downs has announced plans to surrender its racing license for the New Orleans Fair Grounds due to a recent Louisiana Supreme Court ruling banning historical horse racing machines without local voter approval. HHR machines, which are a major source of off-track betting revenue, were deemed a new form of gambling.

President Trump is looking to revert military bases renamed in 2023 back to their original names, including the base currently known as Fort Johnson in Vernon Parish. However, State Representative Chuck Owen, whose district includes the base, says while the name would change back to Fort Polk, it would not be in honor of the Confederate soldier.

Cut 5 (07) “…Leonidas Polk again.”

Instead, the base would now be named for General James H. Polk, who served in combat during three wars.

Lawmakers pass a bill allowing lawsuits against out-of-state doctors and others who provide or facilitate abortion pills to Louisiana residents, even by mail. Louisiana Right to Life Policy Director Erica Inzina says the bill is needed to close legal loopholes and to deter illegal abortions.

Cut 11 (07) “…abortion pill.”

The bill awaits Governor Landry’s signature.

Churchill Downs says it plans to surrender its racing license for the New Orleans Fairgrounds due to a recent Louisiana Supreme Court ruling banning historical horse racing machines without local voter approval. Tyler Bridges with the Times-Picayune says there’s no appetite among state officials to give Churchill Downs what it wants.

Cut 14 (09) “…Churchill Downs’ bluff.”

Omaha is getting ready for an onslaught of LSU fans for the College World Series. Not that we led her or anything, but Deborah Ward, the executive director of Visit Omaha, tells us that LSU fans are among her most favorite fans.

Cut 8 (10) “…travel so well.”

This is LSU’s 20th time in the College World Series, and the Tigers are seeking their eighth national championship.

Today is the final day of the legislative session. The drugstore chain C-V-S has launched a massive public lobbying campaign against a House approved bill that would ban pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies. C-V-S says if the Senate passes the bill, it will force them to close 119 Louisiana pharmacies. Supporters of the legislation, including Governor Landry say it’s a pro-patient bill that will help control drug prices.

A bill is heading to the governor’s desk that allows Louisiana residents to sue  out-of-state doctors for sending abortion pills by mail.

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Churchill Downs has announced plans to surrender its racing license for the New Orleans Fair Grounds due to a recent Louisiana Supreme Court ruling banning historical horse racing slot machines without local voter approval. HHR machines, which are a major source of off-track betting revenue, were deemed a new form of gambling. Tyler Bridges with the Times-Picayune says Churchill sent a letter to the Louisiana Racing Commission saying they are serious about pulling out.

Cut 13 (12)  “…go through March.”

Churchill is seeking a 20-million dollar subsidy from the state, but Bridges says it’s unlikely that the legislature will provide that amount of funding.

A 13.5 foot-high, 31-foot-long fiberglass Mike the Tiger float is on its way to Omaha. It’s expected to arrive before LSU plays Arkansas in the College World Series on Saturday night. Deborah Ward, executive director of Visit Omaha says they are excited about the float that was built by Kern Studios in New Orleans…

Cut 9 (11) “….fans in general”

The state’s largest military base, Fort Johnson in Vernon Parish, is set to undergo another name change. President Trump says the seven Army base names changed during the Biden Administration will go back to their original names, but this time the military bases, will not be named after Confederate soldiers. Rosepine Representative Charles Owen is excited that the Leesville base will be named after General James H Polk…

Cut 6 (09) “….James K Polk”

No word on when the name change will officially go through.

The Louisiana Legislature has sent a bill to the governor’s desk that would allow a woman to sue an out of state doctor or medical provider for providing them with abortion inducing drugs. New Orleans Senator Royce Duplessis voted against the legislation calling it unnecessary and furthering limiting healthcare options for pregnant women…

Cut 12 (08) “…be more restrictive”

Omaha is getting ready for an onslaught of LSU fans. Michelle Southern reports.

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And there was a good group of fans that were on hand to wish the team luck as they left Baton Rouge yesterday…

Cut 26 (07) “…Tigers win, Tigers win”

ULM has named Bossier City native Ford Pemberton as its new head baseball coach. He spent the last two seasons as an assistant at Memphis. He’s also been an assistant at Southeastern and Nicholls.

A member of the Louisiana legislature that represents the Fort Johnson area in Vernon Parish is hailing the plans by President Trump to rename the military base back to its original name. Rosepine Republican Chuck Owen says there was a lot of ill will when the Congressional Naming Commission changed the name to Fort Johnson in 2023.

Cut 4 (14) “…name was changed.”

The base was originally named for Confederate soldier Leonidas Polk. But following the creation of the Congressional Naming Commission the name was changed to honor William Henry Johnson, a Black World War One hero. This time the military base in Leesville will be named after General James Polk, a World War Two hero. The Southern Poverty Law Center calls President Trump’s move insulting to rename military bases that were previously named after confederate leaders.

Omaha is getting ready for an onslaught of LSU fans for the College World Series. Deborah Ward, the executive director of Visit Omaha, says the city’s arms are wider when LSU fans show up.

Cut 7 (12) “…you last year.”

This is LSU’s 20^th time in the College World Series.

Will there be horse racing at the New Orleans Fairgrounds this year? The track’s owner, Churchill Downs, is planning to relinquish its racing license. Churchill Downs says it needs financial support from the state, since the Louisiana Supreme Court has said it cannot have historical horse racing slot machines without voter approval. NOLA.com reporter Tyler Bridges says its possible the state could come up with some money to help…

Cut 15 (12) “….racing season going”