A meeting will be held today in Shreveport to decide how to finalize the state’s congressional map after the most recent one was dismissed by a three-judge federal panel. After three years of back and forth, NAACP Legal Defense Fund attorney Jared Evans is disappointed with last week’s ruling…
Cut 4 (11) “…Black districts.”
There’s a good chance the U-S Supreme Court will have to get involved.

The Senate Finance Committee will soon begin to discuss the House Approved budget. The House’s spending plan proposes to spend 24 million dollars less on early childhood education. Executive director of the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, Libbie Sonnier, says the reduction will result in two-thousand children from low income families from getting into an early childhood program…
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Passing a computer science class could soon be a must to graduate high school. Jeanne Burns has the story…
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With the Louisiana Radio Network Legislative Report, I’m Jeanne Burns.

Departing from Governor Landry’s proposal that would maintain the 87 million dollars in the budget set aside for early childhood education, the House cut 24 million dollars from it. Executive Director of the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, Libbie Sonnier says the cut will remove 2000 children from their programs.

Cut 7 (08) “…really dire.”

Sonnier says, access to early education is vital in preparing children to enter kindergarten on time, read at grade level by third grade and achieve overall success in school. She’s concerned about an already stressed system…

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A property insurance reform bill waiting for the governor’s signature would end the three-year rule. Louisiana is the only state that prohibits an insurer from canceling policies that are three years old or older. House Insurance Commissioner Gabe Firment says the legislation allows insurance companies to manage their own risks better

Cut 10 (11) “…everybody else.”

The Louisiana Senate could give final legislative approval today to a bill that would require high schoolers to pass a computer science course in order to graduate. New Orleans Representative Jason Hughes says the requirement take effect for the 2027-28 school year

Cut 14 (08)  “…this bill.”

Hughes says the legislation would also require the passage of a computer science course in order to be eligible for TOPS.

Louisiana Tech’s Giving Day was a big success this year. The annual campaign raised almost 2 million dollars April 18^th. This year’s them: “Fulfilling our Potential” .”LA Tech President Jim Henderson says the administration will do that by continuing growth in all its programs.

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Speaking of focus, The Council for a Better Louisiana is not pleased with where proposed cuts to education in Louisiana are headed right now at the capitol. As of now, early childhood education stands to lose $24 million. A solid early childhood education reduces one’s likelihood of a life of crime and after a session dedicated to crime reforms, CABLE President Barry Erwin says reducing funding for such a vital sends a mixed message.

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The Rolling Stones made a big splash before a crowd of 40-thousand Thursday at the New Orleans Jass and Heritage Festival. By all accounts it was an amazing show as the British Rockers perform a two-hour, 18-song set list.  One of the highlights was New Orleans soul queen, Irma Thomas, singing “Time is on My Side” President of New Orleans and Company Walt Leger says it was a nice Jazz Fest touch…

Cut 10 (12) “..really cool.” 

A Drive by shooting in Shreveport last night sent one man to the hospital.  It happened around 8, when authorities’ say someone a red/orange Crown Victoria of Dodge charger opened fire. Over 20 rounds were reportedly shot.  We’re told the injured man  was shot in the hand and the arm so he is expected to survive.

The Council for a Better Louisiana is not happy with budget cuts to education being proposed by the House. They would mean a $24 million dollar reduction in funding for early childhood education and would reduce teacher pay stipends by $300. President of the Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says lawmakers are aware of the ongoing teacher shortage and cutting their pay will most likely make things worse.

Cut 4 (11) “….gets cut.” 

A Hammond man wanted in the stabbing death of a woman from New Orleans was arrested this week in Natchitoches Parish. 25-year-old Jerome Wilson is accused of killing 31 year old Carol Allen. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jimmy Travis on how Wilson ended up being arrested.
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People will be talking about the Rolling Stonesappearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival for a while. 40-thousand fans were on hand to see the British Rockers perform a two-hour, 18-song set list on Thursday. President of New Orleans and Company Walt Leger says you would never guess frontman Mick Jagger is 80 years old

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The LSU baseball tigers put on a show taking down top ranked Texas A-and-M last night six to four to begin a huge three game series. In other action, Louisiana Tech won its seventh straight last night, an 18 to 4 win over New Mexico State. Georgia Southern downed ULM 12 to 4, UNO edged Southeastern four to three, McNeese over Texas A-and-M Corpus Christi seven to three, while Nicholls and Northwestern State lost.

The Rolling Stones long awaited appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival was a ig hit and Governor Jeff Landry took a hit himself when Mick Jagger called him out for quote” trying to bring the state back to the Stone Age” Landry answered back on social media saying Jagger might be the only person who’d remember the Stone Age, but added the singer is always welcome in Louisiana. President of the Louisiana Radio Network and political analyst Jim Engster.

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Louisiana Tech raised $1.96 million on Giving Day this year. The fundraiser was held on April 18^th and LA Tech President Jim Henderson says the money raised will go towards funding a variety of university programs.

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When it comes to education, the Council for a Better Louisiana isn’t pleased with the budget cuts proposed by the the House. Brooke Thorington has more.

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A former Pearl River High School Teacher has been arrested for inappropriate contact with students. 30-year-old Arianna Kadinger is facing 4 felony prohibited sexual conduct between educator and student. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Officials say they received a tip in early April and ultimately found text messages to two students containing inappropriate language and photographs.

The budget passed in the House last week, cut $24 million from early childhood education and reduced teacher pay stipends from $2,000 to $1,700. President of the Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says it sends a bad message and it’s discouraging…

Cut 3 (13) “…a difference.” 

A murder suspect was arrested in Natchitoches Parish after he called authorities seeking assistance for a flat tire. Chief of operations for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jimmy Travis, says 25-year-old Jerome Wilson of Hammond was wanted in the stabbing death of 31-year-old Carol Allen of New Orleans.

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Legendary rock band, The Rolling Stones, had a memorable performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Thursday. Jeff Palermo has a recap…

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Louisiana Tech raised $1.96 million on Giving Day this year. The fundraiser was held on April 18^th and LA Tech President Jim Henderson says they received donations from over 800 different donors in donations ranging from five dollars to six figures.

Cut 6  (10) “…they live.” 

A murder suspect was arrested in Natchitoches Parish after he called authorities seeking assistance for a flat tire. Chief of operations for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jimmy Travis, says 25-year-old Jerome Wilson of Hammond was wanted in the stabbing death of 31-year-old Carol Allen of New Orleans.

Cut 12 (10) “…roadside assistance” 

Travis says Wilson’s motive was likely robbery.

A former Pearl River High School Teacher has been arrested for inappropriate contact with students. 30-year-old Arianna Kadinger is facing 4 felony prohibited sexual conduct between educator and student and 4 misdemeanor charges. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office says they received a tip in early April and their investigation revealed text messages to two students containing inappropriate language and photographs.

The legendary rock band, The Rolling Stones, had a memorable performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Thursday.

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

The budget passed in the House last week, cut $24 million from early childhood education. President of the Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says it sends a bad message and it’s discouraging.

Cut 3 (13) “…a difference.” 

Low bicycle tire and a call for roadside assistance in Natchitoches Parish led to the arrest of a Hammond man when authorities realized 25-year-old Jerome Wilson was wanted in the stabbing death of 31-year-old Carol Allen of New Orleans.  Jimmy Travis with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office says the two met through an escort service and Wilson has a history of armed robbery against a female.

Cut 14 (12) “…offense.” 

Travis says Wilson’s motive was likely robbery.

Louisiana Tech raised $1.96 million on Giving Day this year. The fundraiser was held on April 18^th and LA Tech President Jim Henderson says they received donations from over 800 different donors, like students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, corporate partners, and community members.

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When it comes to education, the Council for a Better Louisiana isn’t pleased with the budget cuts proposed by the House. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Rolling Stones long awaited appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is getting fantastic reviews. 40-thousand were on hand to see the British Rockers perform a two-hour, 18-song set list. President of New Orleans and Company Walt Leger says you would never guess frontman Mick Jagger is 80 years old.

Cut 9 (08) “..amazing show” 

A call for roadside assistance in Natchitoches Parish led to the arrest of a Hammond man when authorities realized he was wanted for murder. Chief of operations for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jimmy Travis, says 25-year-old Jerome Wilson of Hammond was wanted in the stabbing death of 31-year-old Carol Allen of New Orleans. The two met through an escort service. Travis says she was killed in her car.

Cut 13 (14) “…stabbed her”

Allen was the mother of four.

The budget passed in the House last week cut $24 million from early childhood education, decreasing teacher stipends from 2000 to 1700 dollars. President of the Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says it’s discouraging.

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Erwin says he’s hopeful the Senate will restore the cuts in the critical areas.

Louisiana Tech raised $1.96 million during their recent giving day. Tech President Jim Henderson says they want to continue to build programs and the theme of this year’s Giving Day was “Fulfilling our Potential.”

Cut 8 (09) “…focused manner.” 

Henderson says they are extremely grateful for the outpouring of donations to the university.

The Rolling Stones long awaited appearance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is getting fantastic reviews. One of the highlights was New Orleans soul queen, Irma Thomas, singing “Time is on My Side” which was the first Top 10 American hit for the Rolling Stones in 1964. Thomas also released her version of that song the same year. President of New Orleans Company, Walt Leger says it was a nice Jazz Fest touch…

Cut 10 (12) “..really cool.” 

A former Pearl River High School Teacher has been arrested for inappropriate contact with students. 30-year-old Arianna Kadinger is facing 4 felony prohibited sexual conduct between educator and student and 4 misdemeanor charges. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office says they received a tip in early April and their investigation revealed text messages to two students containing inappropriate language and photographs.

Louisiana teachers in early childhood education are looking at reduced pay stipends in the budget that was passed in the House last week. The $24 million cut means the $2,000 stipends go down to $1,700. President of the Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says lawmakers are aware of the ongoing teacher shortage and cutting their pay will most likely make things worse.

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The legendary rock band, The Rolling Stones, had a memorable performance at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on Thursday. Jeff Palermo has a recap…

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Giving Day was good to Louisiana Tech last month raising $1.96 million. LA Tech President Jim Henderson says they received donations ranging from five dollars to six figures from over 800 different donors. He says donations will go towards funding a variety of programs at the university.

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