Today could be the day LSU win its first national championship in gymnastic. The Tigers will compete against Utah, Florida and Cal this afternoon at three. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner says those teams are more than capable of winning but says the Tigers do have the best gymnast in the country….

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In Washington House Speaker Mike Johnson’s position could be in jeoparty if he puts a Ukraine aid bill up for a vote in the House, which is expected today. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says Johnson is doing what he thinks is right and is not worrying about the political ramifications…

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Louisiana has the 3^rd highest rate of pickup truck fatalities according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission and next week some Law enforcement officers will be focused on pickup truck drivers during the Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign. Why the special focus? DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer…

Cut 12 (10) “…their seatbelts” 

U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and how to best protect their children. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says if your child is a victim of such abuse do not delete any messages, do not engage with the perpetrator, and do contact local law enforcement.

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security is trying to educate parents about the dangers of the online predators who target children. The Know -2-Protect campaign looks to tackle a problem that’s rampant in Louisiana.  Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo

Cut 10 (10) “…reporting it.”

The U-S House is expected to take a vote on Saturday to send foreign aid to Ukraine and Israel, a move that puts Mike Johnson’s position as House Speaker in jeopardy.A divided House Republican caucus led to the removal of Johnson’s predecessor, Kevin McCarthy, last October. But LSU political science professor RobertHogan says the desire for a new House Speaker is not as strong as it was last Fall…

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Oklahoma stumbles at the NCAA gymnastic championships, giving LSU an excellent chance to win its first national title in gymnastics. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The Pelicans are moving on to the Western Conference playoffs after a 105 to 98 win over the Sacramento Kings last night. Brandon Ingram led the way with 24 points, six rebounds and six assists. New Orleans will begin a best of seven series with the Thunder on Sunday night in Oklahoma City.

House Speaker Mike Johnson from Louisiana’s political future is on the line as the US House is scheduled to vote today to provide funding for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says far right Republicans oppose additional funding to Ukraine

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LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics today. They will compete against Utah, Florida and Cal, but not Oklahoma. The two-time defending champion Sooners suffered multiple falls in the semifinals and they are out. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner

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The championship starts this afternoon at three.

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Louisiana has the 3^rd highest rate of pickup truck fatalities according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission and next week some Law enforcement officers will be focused on pickup truck drivers during the Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign. DOTD Spokesperson Gregory Fischer

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The Buckle Up in Your Truck campaign runs through Saturday, April 27^th.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says you can learn more at dhs-dot-gov Know 2 Protect, that’s with the number two.

Cut 9 (12) “…the police.” 

Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will move forward with her motion to vacate U S House Speaker Mike Johnson if he puts a Ukraine aid bill up for a vote. A divided House Republican caucus led to the removal of Johnson’s predecessor. But LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says the desire for a new speaker is not as strong as it was before…

Cut 4 (08) “…seeing now ” 

U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. The problem is rampant in Louisiana and the State Attorney General’s office indicates an almost 100-percent increase in cases from 2022. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says…

Cut 10 (10) “…reporting it.”

Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign begins next week as Law Enforcement focuses on pickup truck drivers wearing seatbelts. Because trucks are large and heavy, DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer believes Pickup Truck Drivers may have an elevated sense of safety causing some to feel comfortable unbuckled…

Cut 13 (13) “…big trouble.”

LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics Saturday. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif  Heffner says Cal, Florida, and Utah are more than capable of winning a national championship as well, but the Tigers benefit from having the best gymnast in the country….

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The championship begins at 3pm Saturday.

House Speaker Mike Johnson of Benton’s political future is on the line as the US House is scheduled to vote on Saturday to provide funding for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says far right Republicans oppose additional funding to Ukraine.

Cut 3 (11) “…as speaker” 

U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says you can learn more at dhs-dot-gov Know 2 Protect, that’s with the number two.

Cut 9 (12) “…the police.” 

Oklahoma stumbles at the NCAA gymnastics championships, giving LSU an excellent chance to win its first national title.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

According to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission the state has the 3^rd highest rate of pick-up truck fatalities so next week officers will focus on them with the Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign. DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer…

Cut 12 (10) “…their seatbelts” 

A dramatic rescue this week in Lake Charles as Lake Charles police officers rescued a a female trapped inside a car sinking in the river. Cpl. James Gruspier saw the car, called for help, and swam to the car. The occupant who could not swim was terrified. Gruspier along with Sgt. Ryan Magee and Officer Brennan Hoover with a flotation device were able to free the panicking occupant as the car was swept into the current on its way to quickly sinking. The three officers formed a circle around the occupant and swam her safely to shore.

With the 3^rd highest rate of pickup truck fatalities Louisiana Law enforcement will be out in force next week. DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer says during the Buckle Up in Your Truck campaign, there’s an opportunity for state Law enforcement to receive extra funding for overtime patrols, but Fischer says It’s not about issuing tickets. He hopes the desire to avoid a ticket will help pickup drivers establish the habit of buckling up…

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The U-S House is expected to take a vote on Saturday to send foreign aid to Ukraine and Israel, a move that puts Mike Johnson’s position as House Speaker in jeopardy. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics on Saturday. They will compete against Utah, Florida and Cal, but not Oklahoma. The two-time defending champion Sooners suffered multiple falls in the semifinals and they are out. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner

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House Speaker Mike Johnson of Benton’s political future is on the line as the US House is scheduled to vote on Saturday to provide funding for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. Johnson has separated the foreign aid package into separate bills but Republican hardliners are demanding that any foreign aid bill be tied to strong border security policies. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says Johnson is doing what he thinks is right and is not worrying about the political ramifications…

Cut 5 (11)  “..United States.”

As part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children, Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says if your child is a victim of such abuse do not to delete any messages, don’t engage with the perpetrator, and contact local law enforcement.

Cut 11 (12) “…law enforcement.”

LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics Saturday. They will compete against Utah, Florida and Cal. Utah is looking to tie a record with a 10th national championship. Florida is seeking its fourth and Cal is fresh off a Pac-12 title. But College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner likes LSU’s depth…

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Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign begins next week as Law Enforcement focuses on pickup truck drivers wearing seatbelts. Because trucks are large and heavy, DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer believes Pickup Truck Drivers may have an elevated sense of safety causing some to feel comfortable unbuckled…

Cut 13 (13) “…big trouble.”

Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has said she will move forward with her motion to vacate U S House Speaker Mike Johnson if he puts a Ukraine aid bill up for a vote in the House. A divided House Republican caucus led to the removal of Johnson’s predecessor, Kevin McCarthy, last October. But LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says the desire for a new House Speaker is not as strong as it was last Fall…

Cut 4 (08) “…seeing now ” 

U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. The problem is rampant in Louisiana and the State Attorney General’s office indicates an almost 100-percent increase in cases from 2022. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo  says…

Cut 10 (10) “…reporting it.”

Oklahoma stumbles at the NCAA gymnastic championships, giving LSU an excellent chance to win its first national title.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

Louisiana has the 3^rd highest rate of pickup truck fatalities according to the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission and next week some Law enforcement officers will be focused on pickup truck drivers during the Buckle UP in Your Truck Campaign. DOTD Spokesperson, Gregory Fischer…

Cut 12 (10) “…their seatbelts” 

The U-S House is expected to take a vote on Saturday to send foreign aid to Ukraine and Israel, a move that puts Mike Johnson’s position as House Speaker in jeopardy. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

In Lafourche Parish detectives are investigating two Thursday night shootings, one in Raceland, and the other in Thibodeaux that resulted in four injuries. There’s no evidence the two are related and Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in both investigations.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched the Know2Protect campaign to educate parents about the dangers of online sexual exploitation and abuse of children. Special Agent Jessica Zuppardo says you can learn more at dhs-dot-gov Know 2 Protect, that’s with the number two.

Cut 9 (12) “…the police.” 

LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics tomorrow. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner says Cal, Florida, and Utah are more than capable of winning a national championship as well, but the Tigers benefit from having the best gymnast in the country….

Cut 7 (10) “…in the final”  

The championship begins at 3pm Saturday.

House Speaker Mike Johnson of Benton’s political future is on the line as the US House is scheduled to vote on Saturday to provide funding for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says far right Republicans oppose additional funding to Ukraine
Cut 3 (11) “…as speaker”
Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene has said she will move forward with her motion to vacate Johnson if he puts a Ukraine aid bill up for a vote in the House.

Rural and Smaller Louisiana towns now have Faster internet thanks to a 290 Million dollar upgrade just completed by T-Mobile. 92% of Louisiana Parishes now have access to mid-band ultra capacity 5-G. T-Mobile Vice President Jennifer Silveira…
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It’s awaiting a hearing in the House Criminal Justice Committee, but teacher unions are opposed to legislation that would allow administrators and certified teachers to possess a gun inside a school. Some are concerned about allowing guns in a firearm-free zone. But Greenwell Springs Representative Lauren Ventrella says gun-free zones do not matter to someone who wants to kill multiple people…
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LSU could win its first national championship in gymnastics on Saturday. They will compete against Utah, Florida and Cal, but not Oklahoma. The two-time defending champion Sooners suffered multiple falls in the semifinals and they are out. College Gym News co-managing editor Brandif Heffner…
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The NCAA Championships will begin at 3 PM on Saturday.