Governor Jeff Landry is holding a press conference today to launch GUMBO 2.0, bringing high-speed broadband internet access to the entire state.
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Marketwatch-dot-com has ranked Louisiana number one for the highest auto insurance rates in the country. Louisiana House Speaker Phillip DeVillier says…
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Devillier expects several meetings will take place this year to come up with an auto insurance reform agenda.

The Council for a Better Louisiana believes the Bayou State is making strides in public education…
cut 8 (12) “…right direction”
But CABL president Barry Erwin says kindergarten readiness and high school graduation rates are two areas in education showing a downward trend.

The Democratic National Convention gets underway today in Chicago and there are five-thousand Democratic delegates there to approve the nominees for president and vice president, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. New Orleans Representative Mandie Landry is a delegate and says Walz is relatable to Americans…
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Walz is scheduled to give his acceptance speech on Wednesday night.

Governor Jeff Landy is holding a press conference today to announce the launch of Gumbo 2.0. Marksville Representative Daryl Deshotel, who has been instrumental in improving broadband access around the state, says the program will allow for the distribution of $1.35 billion to bring high speed internet to rural areas.
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Funding for GUMBO 2.0 came from the federal Infrastructure Act approved in 2021.

A top initiative for lawmakers heading into 2025 is figuring out a way to lower auto insurance rates. Several Louisiana legislators were upset Governor Landry vetoed a bill in the last regular session that could have lowered judgements awarded to plaintiffs in car crash. Landry says he was looking out for the consumer. House Speaker Phillip Devillier says the vetoing of that bill brought awareness to the insurance crisis…
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The good government group, the Council for A Better Louisiana says several indicators they keep track of show Louisiana’s wellbeing is trending downwards. Colleen Crain has more…
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State Police says 40-year-old Joshua Nicholas of Lake Charles was killed in an offshore pipeline explosion on Saturday night that occurred in a marsh area near Venice in Plaquemines Parish. Nicholas was operating on a mud boat near the pipeline when it exploded. A cause of the explosion is not known.

On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat.

Louisiana  Corrections officials told the court it follows a “constitutionally appropriate” policy protecting workers. But Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says

Cut 8 (05)  “…end the farm line.”

With a trial date set for November, Wright says they have a strong case showing a violation of the inmate’s Eighth Amendment rights

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for Madison Parish due to potential contamination. Until the advisory is lifted, Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says residents are urged to use bottled water or other safe sources.

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Louisiana’s unemployment rate for July has dropped below four-percent. That’s according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The New Orleans Metro area added five-hundred jobs from June, Lafayette added three-hundred job. Shreveport and Monroe each added one-hundred jobs over the month and Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says that’s particularly good news for Monroe.

Cut 11 (10) ” ..be happy.”

Prepseason game number two is set for tomorrow night as the Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco. New Orleans held its final training camp practice in Irvine California on Friday and Coach Dennis Allen says holding camp on the West Coast was a good experience

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There’s a good chance we’ll see rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler play. Kick-off tomorrow night is set for seven.

LDH issues a “do not use” water advisory for residents of Madison Perish after the water supply was contaminated with paraquat, a toxic herbicide. Sean Richardson has more.

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The broadcast world is mourning the death of ong-time WGNO Sports Director Ed Daniels who died yesterday, three weeks after suffering a heart attack while covering Saints training camp in Irvine, California. Daniels was legendary covering Louisiana sports, twice named Louisiana Sportscaster of the year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. Ed Daniels was 67.

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Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders this week for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Jackson’s latest order says 50 inmates reported illnesses from July 2 to August 5 related to working the “farm line.” Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says because the “farm line” is cruel and replicates slavery……
Cut 7 (05) “…break their spirit.”

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. And Coach Dennis Allen is not saying how long the starters will play on Sunday night. There’s a good chance we’ll see rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler play. Rattler will look to improve on his performance from the preseason opener…

Cut 13 (12) “…little areas.” 

On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says she is thrilled with the attention the courts are giving to this case…

Cut 6 (13) “…take those steps.”

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. LDH officials are working with the Walnut Bayou Water district to conduct tests to ensure the water’s safety. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham

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Louisiana’s unemployment rate for July dropped below four-percent to three-point-nine percent. That’s according to The Louisiana Workforce Commission. The state added 24-hundred jobs from June to July. The private education and health services sector added three-thousand jobs from June and Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says the construction sector added 96-hundred jobs over the last year…

Cut 10 (08) “…year gains.”

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. New Orleans held its final training camp practice in Irvine California on Friday and Coach Dennis Allen says holding camp on the West Coast was a good experience

Cut 12 (11) “…football team.”

Kick-off Sunday is at 7 PM.

Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has released his preliminary investigative report into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

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The broadcast world is mourning the death of legendary WGNO Sports Director Ed Daniels who died yesterday, three weeks after suffering a heart attack while covering Saints training camp in Irvine, California. Daniels was legendary covering Louisiana sports, twice named Louisiana Sportscaster of the year by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. Ed Daniels was 67.

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The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says the advisory comes after a significant drop in water pressure, which raises concerns about paraquat, a toxic herbicide entering the water supply.

Cut 3 (11) “…got into the system”

The Louisiana Workforce Commission the state’s unemployment rate for July dropped below four-percent to three-point-nine percent. Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says when the unemployment rate is this low, it’s a sign that most people who end up on unemployment do not last long

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Many Entergy Louisiana customers will see a rate increase of four-dollars in early 2025 but Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis says the rate hikes could have been worse…
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Lewis says on a positive note, Entergy is reducing its late fees, eliminating connection and reconnection fees and expanding eligibility for low-income senior bill discounts.

On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says she is thrilled with the attention the courts are giving to this case…

Cut 6 (13) “…take those steps.”

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says the advisory comes after a significant drop in water pressure, which raises concerns about paraquat, a toxic herbicide entering the water supply.

Cut 3 (11) “…got into the system”

LDH officials are working with the Walnut Bayou Water district to conduct tests to ensure the water’s safety.

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two.  Coach Dennis Allen is not saying how long the starters will play on Sunday night. There’s a good chance we’ll see rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler play. Rattler will look to improve on his performance from the preseason opener…

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Kick-off Sunday is at 7 PM.

Louisiana State Police has provided an update on their investigation of Last Sunday’s Officer involved shooting in Delhi that claimed the life of 47-year-old Rodrick Edmond of Delhi. LSP says Shortly after 10:00 PM Officers found Edmond in the police department parking lot driving suspiciously. As they approached, Edmond fled in his car and officers pursued him. When he stopped on Hwy 17, LSP says Edmond exited the vehicle with a knife. During an altercation, Edmond was shot and though attempts to render first aid at the scene, Edmond succumbed to his injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

The Louisiana Workforce Commission reports the state’s unemployment rate for July dropped to three-point-nine percent. Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says The New Orleans Metro area added five-hundred jobs from June, Lafayette added three-hundred jobs. Shreveport and Monroe each added one-hundred jobs over the month and it’s good to see Monroe add jobs, because for the year that metro area has lost 13-hundred jobs

Cut 11 (10) ” ..be happy.”

LDH issues a “do not use” water advisory for residents of Madison Parish after the water supply was contaminated with paraquat, a toxic herbicide. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 1 (35) …I’m Sean Richardson.”

The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. New Orleans held its final training camp practice in Irvine California on Friday and Coach Dennis Allen says holding camp on the West Coast was a good experience

Cut 12 (11) “…football team.”

LDH issues a “do not use” water advisory for residents of Madison Perish after the water supply was contaminated with paraquat, a toxic herbicide. Sean Richardson has more.

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Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has released his preliminary investigative report into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

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The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume or bathe in the water due to potential contamination. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says the advisory comes after a significant drop in water pressure, which raises concerns about paraquat, a toxic herbicide entering the water supply.

Cut 3 (11) “…got into the system”

LDH officials are working with the Walnut Bayou Water district to conduct tests to ensure the water’s safety.

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Until the advisory is lifted, Abraham says residents are urged to use bottled water or other safe sources.

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GOHSEP and LDH are coordinating efforts to distribute bottled water to affected residents, and water can be picked up at the Walnut Water Association Office in Tallulah.

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On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says she is thrilled with the attention the courts are giving to this case…

Cut 6 (13) “…take those steps.”

Jackson’s latest order says 50 inmates reported illnesses from July 2 to August 5 related to working the “farm line.” He ordered more tents be provided and also ordered some form of seating be made available as well as fifteen-minute breaks be given every 45 minutes when heat alerts are in effect. Wright says because the “farm line” is cruel and replicates slavery…

Cut 7 (05) “…break their spirit.”

Louisiana  Corrections Department told the court it follows a “constitutionally appropriate” policy protecting workers from heat-related illnesses while working outside.  Wright says there is only one clear solution…

Cut 8 (05)  “…end the farm line.”

With a trial date set for November, Wright says they have a strong case showing a violation of the inmate’s Eighth Amendment rights. The Department of Corrections says the inmates working the farm line are harvesting fresh vegetables that are used to feed the rest of the prisoners.

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The Louisiana Workforce Commission the state’s unemployment rate for July dropped below four-percent to three-point-nine percent. Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says when the unemployment rate is this low, it’s a sign that most people who end up on unemployment do not last long

Cut 9 (07) “…the next.”

The state added 24-hundred jobs from June to July putting the number of people employed in Louisiana just below two-million.

The private education and health services sector added three-thousand jobs from June and Dipalma says the construction sector added 96-hundred jobs over the last year…

Cut 10 (08) “…year gains.”

The New Orleans Metro area added five-hundred jobs from June, Lafayette added three-hundred job. Shreveport and Monroe each added one-hundred jobs over the month and Dipalma says it’s good to see Monroe add jobs, because for the year that metro area has lost 13-hundred jobs

Cut 11 (10) ” ..be happy.”

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The Saints will face the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday night in preseason game number two. New Orleans held its final training camp practice in Irvine California on Friday and Coach Dennis Allen says holding camp on the West Coast was a good experience

Cut 12 (11) “…football team.”

Allen is not saying how long the starters will play on Sunday night. There’s a good chance we’ll see rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler play. Rattler will look to improve on his performance from the preseason opener…

Cut 13 (12) “…little areas.” 

Kick-off Sunday is at 7 PM.

The Louisiana Department of Health has issued a “do not use” water advisory for residents in Madison Parish. The advisory warns residents not to consume, bathe in, or wash clothes in the water due to potential contamination with a toxic herbicide. Louisiana Surgeon General, Dr. Ralph Abraham, says until the advisory is lifted, residents should only use bottled water or other safe sources.

Cut 5 (10)  “…and clean up with.”

Impacted Residents can pick up at the Walnut Water Association Office in Tallulah.

On Thursday, Federal Judge Brian Jackson reinforced orders for officials at Angola, to implement measures to protect prisoners working on the “farm line” from extreme heat. Jackson’s latest order says 50 inmates reported illnesses from July 2 to August 5 related to working the “farm line.” Louisiana Corrections Department told the court it follows a “constitutionally appropriate” policy protecting workers from heat-related illnesses while working outside. Lydia Wright with Promise of Justice Initiative says there is only one clear solution…

Cut 8 (05)  “…end the farm line.”

With a trial date set for November, Wright says they have a strong case showing a violation of the inmate’s Eighth Amendment rights.

Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has released his preliminary investigative report into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” 

The state’s unemployment rate dropped to three-point-nine percent and the Louisiana Workforce Commission Director of Research and Economic Analysis, Emily Dipalma, says the state added 24-hundred jobs from June to July. The private education and health services sector added three-thousand jobs from June and the construction sector added 96-hundred jobs over the last year…

Cut 10 (08) “…year gains.”