Week three of the legislative session begins today and lawmakers are working on a package of bills that will result in fewer regulations for insurance companies. But Real Reform Louisiana’s Ben Riggs says the proposed legislation will take away consumer rights. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple pushes back by saying less regulation, means more companies writing policies and that should translate to lower premiums…
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LSU Health Shreveport says it’s working on a study with the Air Force that will study the physiological and cognitive stress that B-52 Aircrews experience on long-duration deployments. Director of the Rehabilitation Science Program Doctor Cory Coehoorn says B-52 crewmembers can have in-flight missions of 30-plus hours…
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While some other states have outlawed the sale of nitrous oxide paraphernalia, Louisiana may become the first to outlaw the substance with few exceptions. Colleen Crain has the story.
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Today is the first day on the job for St. Tammany Parish coroner Doctor Christopher Tape. But state lawmakers on the Northshore are already calling for his removal from office because he was accused of sexual assault 20 years ago. Those charges were never brought to court. State legislators are also upset Tape cut the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program

We are moving into the third week of the legislative session and legislation supported by Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple that he says will lead to more competition and a reduction of premiums is moving through the process. Temple says regulations currently in place make it hard for insurance companies to do business in Louisiana…
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But the Director of Real Reform Louisiana Ben Riggs, says these bills will pad the profits of insurers and take away consumer rights.

The LSU Lady Tigers are heading to the Sweet 16 after beating Middle Tennessee 83 to 56. LSU trailed by nine points early in the second half before they got it going. Coach Kim Mulkey was asked if an anticipated Washington Post story on her distracted the team…
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Mulkey says a reporter from the Washington Paper has spent the last two years trying to dig up dirt on her and she’s threatening to sue if the article contains any false information about her.

LSU Health Shreveport and the Air Force will jointly study the physiological and cognitive stress that B-52 Aircrews experience on long-duration deployments.
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Be prepared for strong storms today. There’s an enhanced risk for severe weather for the delta parishes including Monroe. The entire state is under a slight right for strong storms. And it will be windy today.

The legislation making its way through the Legislature designed to end the state’s insurance crisis has been labeled as beneficial to the insurer, not the consumer. Jeanne Burns has Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple’s reaction…
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The entire state is under a wind advisory today as a strong storm system will impact Louisiana. We could expect sustained winds of 15 to 25 miles, with wind gusts up 45-miles per hour. Strong storms are possible especially for northeast Louisiana and the Delta parishes.

Louisiana lawmakers are looking to ban nitrous oxide. It’s known as a party drug and sold at gas stations and smoke shops, but it could be potentially deadly. The House Criminal Justice Committee heard emotional testimony from a father whose daughter bought a cannister at a gas station and hours later found herself fighting for her life…
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The measure will next be discussed on the House floor.

LSU Health Shreveport is joining forces with the Air Force to study the physical and cognitive effects of lengthy flights on B-52 aircrew members. Director of the Rehabilitation Science Program Dr. Cory Coehoorn (coo-horn) says this is a first for LSU-Health and the Air Force Global Strike Command.
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Findings from the project will develop evidence -based training protocols to further optimize the capability and capacity of B-52 Aircrews.

The package of bills Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is supporting in the current legislative session seems to be getting support from lawmakers. Several of the bills focus on improving the state’s legal environment, which Temple says will bring more companies to the state and result in lower premiums…

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Voters in Caddo Parish will try today for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Political Analyst Scott Hughes says in-person voting jumped to 10,000.

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In DC Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson after he sided with President Joe Biden on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan… says to pass legislation Johnson has had to reach out to Democrats for bipartisan support and some Republicans don’t like that.

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The Port Hudson State Historic Site will host its annual reenactment of the Siege of Port Hudson today and tomorrow. Park manager, Daniel Goyer says actors dressed in Union and Confederate military uniforms will will stage the Battle of Port Hudson. And visitors will be able to see a piece of Louisiana’s history first hand.

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In our nation’s capitol, Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson accusing him of betraying the House Republican party because he sided with President Biden on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan…

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Through two weeks of the legislative session, the package of bills Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is supporting to improve the state’s insurance market is getting some support. Several of the bills focus on improving Louisiana’s legal environment. Temple says regulations that are currently in place make it hard for insurance companies to do business in Louisiana…

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It’s election day across Louisiana and in Caddo Parish voters are trying for for a third time in a single year to elect a new Sheriff. Brooke Thorington has more…

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The Port Hudson State Historic Site is hosting it’s annual Battle of Port Hudson reenactment today and tomorrow. Park Manager Daniel Goyer suggests bringing ear plugs.

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Visit LaStateParks.com for a detailed schedule of events.

Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Big win for the Pelicans last night as they defeated Miami 111 to 88. New Orleans played without Brandon Ingram who went down with a knee injury the night before Zion Williamson had just four points, but CJ McCollum had 30.

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It was not pretty but the LSU Lady Tigers played beat the Rice Owls 70-60 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Coach Kim Mulkey
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The Lady Tigers will play Middle Tennessee tomorrow afternoon at two.

The Port Hudson State Historic Site will host its annual reenactment of the Siege of Port Hudson Saturday, and Sunday. Park manager, Daniel Goyer says volunteers will stage the Battle of Port Hudson.

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In addition to the battle re-enactments, there are living history demonstrations, a Civil War-era dance class, and other activities. Visit LaStateParks.com for a detailed schedule.

Through two weeks of the legislative session, the package of bills Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is supporting to improve the state’s insurance market is getting support from lawmakers. Several of the bills focus on improving the state’s legal environment, which Temple says will bring more companies to the state and result in lower premiums…

Cut 7 (10) “…litigate.”

Voters in Caddo Parish will try today for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Political Analyst Scott Hughes says in-person voting jumped to 10,000.

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In DC Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson. She says he betrayed House Republicans siding with President Biden on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. And that’s not all. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan… says to pass legislation Johnson has had to reach out to Democrats for bipartisan support and some Republicans don’t like that.

Cut 10 (11) “…against things. “

The Port Hudson State Historic Site will host its annual reenactment of the Siege of Port Hudson today and tomorrow. Park manager, Daniel Goyer says actors dressed in Union and Confederate military uniforms will will stage the Battle of Port Hudson. And visitors will be able to see a piece of Louisiana’s history first hand.

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Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson. Brooke Thorington has more.

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LSU Lady Tiger guard Mikaylah Williams has signed a name image and likeness deal with the Jordan Brand. The SEC Freshman of the Year becomes the second women’s college basketball player to sign with the Jumpman brand UCLA freshman Kiki Rice also has an NIL with the Jordan Brand.

Voters in Caddo Parish will try for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Political Analyst Scott Hughes because the validity of mail-in votes was scrutinized in lawsuits over the sheriff’s race the process will be reviewed publicly this time.

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Hogan says it’s widely anticipated that Democrat, Henry Whitehorn will likely have the lead from early voting with about 25,000 ballots.

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Hogan says this is the largest early voting turnout for a March election ever seen in Caddo Parish.

Polls open Saturday at 7am across the state and close at 8 pm. For a sample ballot and directions to your voting location download the Geaux Vote app, that’s g-e-a-u-x vote.

In DC Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson accusing him of betraying the House Republican party because he sided with President Biden on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan…

Cut 9 (14) “…Kevin McCarthy.” 

Voters in Caddo Parish will try for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Political Analyst Scott Hughes says in-person voting jumped to 10,000.

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Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson. Brooke Thorington has more.

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Voters in Caddo Parish will try for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Brooke Thorington has more…

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The Port Hudson State Historic Site will host its annual reenactment of the Siege of Port Hudson Saturday, and Sunday. Park manager, Daniel Goyer says volunteers will stage the Battle of Port Hudson.

Cut 3 (08) “…war battle.”  

Goyer says actors dressed in Union and Confederate military uniforms will act out the 1863 battle. He says visitors can view a portion of Louisiana’s history – the siege.

Cut 4 (12) “…in two.” 

In addition to the battle re-enactments, there are living history demonstrations, a Civil War-era dance class, and other activities. He suggests bringing ear plugs…

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Visit LaStateParks.com for a detailed schedule.

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Tonight’s MegaMillions drawing is up to nearly $1 billion dollars and Powerball is at $750 million for Saturday. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Dustin Annison says the Mega Millions jackpot is one of the largest jackpots in U.S. lottery history.

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Annison says no one nationwide has won the MegaMillions jackpot since December 12th last year. He says the odds of winning are low but if you purchase the golden ticket…

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And the Powerball of $750 million, the cash payout is  $357.3 million.

Annison says skyrocketing jackpots have more players in Louisiana buying tickets which is good for the state. He says sales pick up when you have a large jackpot because of people’s curiosity and excitement.

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MegaMillions drawing is tonight at 10 pm time. The Powerball drawing is on Saturday at 10 pm.

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In DC Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to remove US Speaker Mike Johnson accusing him of betraying the House Republican party because he sided with President Biden on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan…

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And because Republicans hold a razor-thin margin in the House, Hogan says we could see a repeat of what last October when the lower chamber was paralyzed for three weeks without a Speaker.

Hogan says to pass legislation Johnson, like McCarthy, has had to reach out to Democrats for bipartisan support and a far right-group of Republicans aren’t pleased.

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Whether or not Greene will be able to get others on board to oust Speaker Johnson, Hogan says remains to be seen.

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Johnson’s spokesperson says the Louisiana Republican always listens to the concerns of members but is also focusing on governing.

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Voters in Caddo Parish will try for a third time to elect a new Sheriff after the runoff ended in a one-vote margin that was contested last year. Political Analyst Scott Hughes says in-person voting jumped to 10,000.

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As for mail-in votes compared to the last runoff for Republican John Nickelson and Democrat Henry Whitehorn, it was about the same amount at 7,700.

And because the validity of mail-in votes was scrutinized in lawsuits over the sheriff’s race, Hughes says the process will be reviewed publicly.

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Hogan says it’s widely anticipated that Democrat, Henry Whitehorn will likely have the lead from early voting with about 25,000 ballots.

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Hogan says this is the largest early voting turnout for a March election ever seen in Caddo Parish

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