President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are in New Orleans today highlighting the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. Congressman Troy Carter says the aim of the initiative is to reduce cancer by at least 50% before 2047 and Louisiana’s institutions are receiving a $23 million grant to help make that possible…

Cut 6 (05) “…and schools.”

The Louisiana Cancer Research Center is a collaboration between LSU, Tulane, Xavier Universities and the Ochsner Health System.

Several petitions are posted on the website change-dot-org that oppose the ban of cell phones in Louisiana classrooms this year. Walker High School freshman Emma Grace Hodge says her petition is calling for cell phone use during free time, not class time.

Cut 7 (11) “…learning time away.”
Former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow has partnered with the Three O’clock Project to donate 9,999 meals to schools in Baton Rouge. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.” 

Tropical Storm Ernesto has grown a bit stronger as it passes southern of St. Kitte and Nevis. A hurricane watch has been issued for the Virgin Islands and the storm is expected make a turn to the north, northeast and not be a threat to the gulf states whatsoever.

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are in New Orleans today and Tulane says he’ll announce 23-million dollars in funding for the university to invent an advanced cancer imaging system. New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter…
cut 5 (09) “….very significant”
Tulane says the President is providing dollars to Tulane to revolutionize cancer treatment by creating an imaging system that will give doctors the ability to scan a tumor during surgery.

At change-dot-org, there are more than a dozen petitions trying to drum up public support to reverse or make changes to the state’s new ban on cellphones in the classroom. Walker High School freshman Emma Grace Hodge started one of those petitions and she’s concerned that for parents to contact students at school, the only way they can do so is through the school…
cut 9 (10) “….a hold of you”
Proponents of the ban say phones distract students in the classroom.

The Joe Burrow Foundation, led by former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow, has partnered with the Three O’clock Project to donate 9,999 meals to schools in Baton Rouge. Three O’clock Project director Emily Chatelain says they focus on feeding children in underserved communities, and the partnership with Burrow’s Foundation will help expand its reach.
Cut 14 (13) “…during the summer.”

Louisiana hunting and fishing licensees can now register as an organ donor when renewing a license or buying a license. LDWF undersecretary Brian McClinton says they are proud to participate in the effort to grow the organ donation registry in Louisiana…
cut 12 (12) “….through our website”
Louisiana has seen a significant need for organ donors, with over 2,000 residents currently waiting for transplants.

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are in New Orleans Today highlighting the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. The First Lady toured the Louisiana Cancer Research Center on Tulane Avenue last year joined by New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter…
Cut 4 (11) “…the year 2047.”
Tulane says the President will announce up to 23-million dollars in funding for Tulane to create an imaging system that will give doctors the ability to scan a tumor during surgery and determine within minutes whether any cancer tissue has been left behind.

Louisiana residents with a hunting and fishing license can now sign up to become an organ donor when renewing a license or buying a license. Louisiana has seen a significant need for organ donors, with over 2,000 residents currently waiting for transplants. By integrating the option into the license purchase process, LDWF aims to make it more convenient for people to sign up, potentially saving lives.
Cut 11 (06) “…results are gonna be.”
That’s LDWF undersecretary Brian McClinton.

There are several petitions on the website change-dot-org that are seeking public support to change the state’s new law that prohibits students from having cell phones inside the classroom. Walker High School freshman Emma Grace Hodge doesn’t understand why the ban also extends to free time
cut 8 (12) “…do whatever”
Teachers say cell phones in school have become too much of a distraction.

The Joe Burrow Foundation, led by former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow, has partnered with the Three O’clock Project to donate 9,999 meals to schools in Baton Rouge. Three O’clock Project Executive Director Emily Chatelain…
Cut 13 (06) “…back to school.”
The Three O’clock Project focuses on feeding children in underserved communities.

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are in New Orleans Today on an important mission involving the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. Colleen Crain has more.
Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Tulane University says the President will announce up to 23-million dollars in funding for Tulane to invent an advanced cancer imaging system that will give doctors the ability to scan a tumor during surgery and determine within minutes whether any cancer tissue has been left behind.

Several petitions are posted on the website change-dot-org that oppose the ban of cell phones in Louisiana classrooms this year. Walker High School freshman Emma Grace Hodge says her petition is calling for cell phone use during free time, not class time.
Cut 7 (11) “…learning time away.”
There are 16 petitions at change-dot-org that seek to reverse or change the state’s ban on students having a cellphone in the classroom.

Louisiana hunting and fishing licensees can now register as an organ donor when renewing a license or buying a license for the first time. LDWF undersecretary Brian McClinton says they are proud to participate in the effort to grow the organ donation registry in Louisiana…
cut 12 (12) “….through our website”

There are several peitions on the website Change-dot-org that are seeking signatures in an effort to reverse the state’s new law that bans students from having their cell phones in the classroom. Mel Brooks spoke with a Walker High School freshman who started one…
cut 2 (34) “….I’m Mel Bridges”

An eleven-year-old will attend LSU this fall after he graduated middle and high school in two years. Joe Petraro is from East Rockaway in New York and has an IQ of 168 despite living with Tourette syndrome. Petraro will take online classes and his dream is to be a sports broadcaster.

The Joe Burrow Foundation, led by former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow, has partnered with the Three O’clock Project to donate 9,999 meals to schools in Baton Rouge. Through this initiative, the Burrow Foundation continues its commitment to supporting education and addressing hunger in areas where children are most vulnerable.
Cut 15 (09) “…own nonprofit.”
That’s Three O’ Clock Project Executive Director Emily Chatelain who says Burrow is partnering with Kodiak food company to donate the meals.

On August 1st, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) introduced a new option for individuals purchasing hunting and fishing licenses with ACT 348. The ability to register as organ donors. LDWF Undersecretary Brian McClinton says this initiative is part of a broader effort to increase organ donor registrations.
Cut 10 (10) “…save someone’s life.”
Louisiana has seen a significant need for organ donors, with over 2,000 residents currently waiting for transplants.

Louisiana’s restaurant industry is improving post-pandemic in areas around the state. Mel Bridges has the details.

Cut 1 (32) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

Officials are investigating after a body was reportedly found in a pond just south of I-12 Monday morning. The body was found in a pond off South Frost Road, also known as Highway 63. The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office was called to the scene after someone reported a male body floating in a pond. There was no immediate information on how long the body had been there or the body’s identity. This is a developing story.

As investigations into the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life continue, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says there are even more concerning details in the case that the Secret Service wasn’t forthcoming about.

Cut 7 (13) “…important jobs.”

Scalise says the job of the Secret Service is to protect the President, Vice President, former Presidents, and visiting Heads of State.

AP’s preseason top 25 is out, and LSU football ranks 13th. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says AP’s rank shouldn’t come as a surprise, since LSU ranked 12th in the preseason AFCA Coaches Poll a week ago. However, he thinks the top 25 rankings usually don’t accurately reflect how the Tigers will do in the coming weeks, adding the AP lists are…

Cut 11 (12) ” …season opener.”

Louisiana’s restaurant industry is on a slow mend after COVID. Louisiana Restaurant Association President Stan Harris estimates 15 to 20 percent of Louisiana restaurants closed their doors during the pandemic…

Cut 4 (11) “…particular time.”

Harris says restaurant expenses continue to climb, especially insurance, and more and more restaurants are opting to reduce their hours of operation.

As investigations into the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life continue, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the truth is coming to light over statements that Trump’s security detail was denied extra personnel from the Biden Administration.

Cut 6 (13) “…about that?”

AP has released it’s preseason top 25. LSU is the sixth-highest-rated SEC team, behind Georgia, Texas, Alabama, Ole Miss and Missouri. However, Horne says LSU has a lot of potential to move up the ranks and make the playoffs.

Cut 10 (11) “…playoff contention.”

Students at Louisiana High Schools are fighting the new law banning student cell phones in school. Students at Walker High School have begun a petition drive to change the newly enacted law. Over ten thousand students at a Prairieville high school have already signed a similar petition.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says multiple questions remain unanswered regarding the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Louisiana’s restaurant industry is on a slow mend after COVID. Louisiana Restaurant Association President Stan Harris says labor has improved in pockets around the state but is slower in places like Lake Charles and New Orleans as they are still recovering from hurricanes as well as the pandemic.

Cut 5 (12)  “…during the week.”

Harris says the best way to support Louisiana restaurants is to eat Louisiana local.

AP’s preseason top 25 is out, and LSU football ranks 13th. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says the Tigers are likely ranked so low — AP has them ranked out of playoff contention — because of concerns about if they’ve improved their defense enough to be real contenders.

Cut 9 (11) “…last year.”

The Saints were winners in their first preseason game of the year on Saturday night edging out the Arizona Cardinals 16-14 in Glendale, Arizona. Quarterback Derek Carr led the Saints for two series to start the game, but the drives didn’t result in any points as he went 2 of 6 for 12 yards. But Carr was glad to see some game action…
Cut 19 (20) “…what it is.”

Louisiana’s restaurant industry is improving post-pandemic in areas around the state. Mel Bridges has the details.

Cut 1 (32) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says multiple questions remain unanswered regarding the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Louisiana’s restaurant industry is on a slow mend after COVID. Louisiana Restaurant Association President Stan Harris says recovery hasn’t been linear, as full-service restaurants are taking more time to bounce back than quick-service and fast-casual restaurants.

Cut 3 (09) “…in the market.”

Harris says restaurant expenses have only continued to climb, especially insurance, and more and more restaurants are opting to remove certain coverage to save money. Harris estimates 15 to 20 percent of Louisiana restaurants closed their doors during the pandemic…

Cut 4 (11) “…particular time.”

Harris says labor has improved in pockets around the state, such as Baton Rouge, Shreveport-Bossier, and Lafayette. However, restaurants in places like Lake Charles and New Orleans are still recovering from hurricanes as well as the pandemic.

Cut 5 (12)  “…during the week.”

Harris says the best way to support Louisiana restaurants is to eat local.

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As investigations into the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life continue, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the truth is coming to light over statements that Trump’s security detail was denied extra personnel from the Biden Administration.

Cut 6 (13) “…about that?”

Scalise says there are even more concerning details in the case that the Secret Service wasn’t forthcoming about.

Cut 7 (13) “…important jobs.”

Scalise says there’s been plenty of finger-pointing going on from different agencies and he was even alerted from his own sources about local law enforcement’s concerns.

Cut 8 (12)  “…that point.”

Scalise says the job of the Secret Service is to protect the President, Vice President, former Presidents, and visiting Heads of State.

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AP’s preseason top 25 is out, and LSU football ranks 13th. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says the AP has Tigers ranked out of the Top 10 because of concerns over the defense that ranked at the bottom last year…

Cut 9 (11) “…last year.”

LSU is the sixth-highest-rated SEC team in the top 25, behind Georgia, Texas, Alabama, Ole Miss, and Missouri. However, Horne says LSU has a lot of potential to move up the ranks and even make the playoffs.

Cut 10 (11) “…playoff contention.”

Horne says AP’s rank shouldn’t come as a surprise, since LSU ranked 12th in the preseason AFCA Coaches Poll a week ago. However, he thinks the top 25 rankings usually don’t accurately reflect how the Tigers will do in the coming weeks, adding the AP lists are…

Cut 11 (12) ” …season opener.”

The Tigers will start their season by playing USC on September 1st in Las Vegas.

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Cut 12 (15) “…preseason.”

Cut  13 (15) “…this offseason.” 

Cut  14 (13) “…as well.”

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Cut  16 (10)   “…Thursday.”

As investigations into the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life continue, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says there’s been plenty of finger-pointing going on from different agencies and he was even alerted from his own sources about local law enforcement’s concerns.

Cut 8 (12)  “…that point.”

Scalise says the job of the Secret Service is to protect the President, Vice President, former Presidents, and visiting Heads of State.

State Police are investigating an officer-related shooting at the request of the Delhi Police Department.  The incident happened just before 11 o-clock Sunday night in the 7200 Block of Highway 17 in Delhi. The subject was pronounced dead on the scene and no officers were harmed. Few details have been released but LSP asks anyone with information to share it with them by visiting LSP.org.

Louisiana’s restaurant industry is improving post-pandemic in areas around the state. Mel Bridges has the details.

Cut 1 (32) …I’m Mel Bridges.”

AP’s preseason top 25 is out, and LSU football ranks 13th. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says it shouldn’t come as a surprise, since LSU ranked 12th in the preseason AFCA Coaches Poll a week ago. However, he thinks the top 25 rankings usually don’t accurately reflect how the Tigers will do in the coming weeks…

Cut 11 (12) ” …season opener.”

The Tigers will start their season by playing USC on September 1st in Las Vegas.