Baton Rouge Police seek an angry customer who shot a restaurant worker for messing up his order. BRPD’s Sgt. L’Jean (EL-jeen) McKneely says the customer confronted the employee outside the Freddie’s Frozen Custard; just off I-12…:

CUT 12(09)      “…at the employee.”

The victim is expected to recover. McKneely says the suspect is still at large.

Construction has begun on elevating a long stretch of LA 1, from the Leeville Bridge all the way to Golden Meadow; a major route to Port Fourchon and Grand Isle. LA1 Coalition director Henri Boulet says it’s been decades coming. He says LA1 closures due to hurricanes and fierce weather have cost millions in lost energy production, and elevating the roadway will virtually end closures…:

CUT 11(08)      “…generations to come.”

The project should be finished sometime in 2027.

If you’re still experiencing problems with recovery from Hurricane Ida, GOHSEP has launched a new program. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Brooke Thorington.”

State Wildlife & Fisheries reminds you that if your fishing or hunting license expires today, you’ll need to wait until tomorrow, July 1^st, to repurchase. Henceforth, all licenses will be good for one full year, from July through the next June. “louisianaoutdoors.com” for more information.

Construction is underway on the second phase of elevating LA 1 in Lafourche Parish, from the Leeville Bridge to Golden Meadow. Executive Director of the LA 1 Coalition Henri Boulet says once the project is completed in 2027, vehicles who use this important corridor will travel 22-feet above sea level…:

CUT 09(13)      “…all summer long.”

The price tag for the elevated stretch of highway is over 800-million dollars.

Police in Baton Rouge seek a man who reportedly shot a restaurant worker, over a messed up order. BRPD spokesman Sgt. L’Jean (pronounce: EL-jeen) McKneely says it started with an argument in the parking lot of Freddie’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; just off Interstate 12…:

CUT 14(09)      “…minor injury.”

The suspect is still at large.

Mosquitoes are everywhere this summer, and according to the LDH, so is West Nile Virus. Who’s at risk and what can you do to protect yourself? David Grubb has the details…:

CUT 02(34)      “…David Grubb.”

While on the subject of viruses, here’s the latest COVID numbers from the Department of Health; just over 3-thousand new cases are reported. 450 people are in the hospital with symptoms statewide. LDH also reports another three COVID-related deaths.

For those still trying to recover from Hurricane Ida, GOHSEP has a new program to help. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 01  (33)        “…Brooke Thorington.”

Shreveport Police say a woman wanted for stealing a lot of money from an animal adoption & rescue charity is now in custody. SPD says 32-year-old Kaliegh Knebl took over $35-thousand from Parish Paws. Aware she was wanted, she turned herself in this morning.

The first confirmed West Nile Virus case turns up in Louisiana. State Epidemiologist Dr. Theresa Sokol says risk is higher than normal this year…so be sure dump standing water, clean out gutters and when you go outside…:

CUT 07  (10)        “…protect even further.”

Baton Rouge Police say a worker at a fast food restaurant was shot over an argument about a food order. Sergeant L’ Jean McKneely says the gunman was upset his order was given to another customer and confronted the worker in the parking lot and shot him. He says the victim will recover, but no arrest has yet been made…:

CUT 13(09)      “…they are.”

That took place at Freddie Frozen Custard; just yards off I-12.

Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in as a U-S Supreme Court Justice today replacing the retiring Stephen Breyer. The nation’s highest court will determine if Louisiana’s Congressional map approved by legislators is constitutional. U-L-M Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley expects the court to rule that it does not violate the Voting Rights Act…
cut 15 (11) “….stay in effect”

The Louisiana Department of Health has reported the state’s first positive case of West Nile Virus in a human this year. State epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says the risk for West Nile is higher than normal, with 175 mosquito pools indicating the presence of the virus, compared to just 13 a year ago…
Cut 6 (09) ” …mosquito bites.”
Sokol says eliminate standing water around your home, keeping the gutters clean and regularly change the water in birdbaths.

Baton Rouge Police say a worker at a fast food restaurant was shot over an argument about a food order. Sergeant L’ Jean McKneely says the gunman was upset his order was given to another customer and confronted the worker in the parking lot…
cut 12 (09) “…the employee”
McKNeely says the shooting victim’s injuries are not life threatening and no arrests have been made.

Work has begun on elevating LA 1 in Lafourche Parish from the Leeville Bridge to Golden Meadow. The price tag for this elevated stretch of highway is over 800-million dollars. Executive Director of the LA 1 Coalition Henri Boulet says the project received a large amount of federal grant money as a result of 20 private industry partners providing over a million dollars in match money
Cut 10 (10) “…strong application”
Boulet says there’s been a serious effort to elevate LA-1 for 25 years as storm surge from hurricanes and tropical storms can sometimes close the highway for several days, costing the U-S millions of dollars in oil and gas production.

GOHSEP launches a program to help Hurricane Ida survivors who have exhausted all their avenues in recovery but still need assistance. The is website GetAGamePlan.org then forward slash Ida-D-C-M-P.   That stands for Disaster Case Manage Spokesperson Mike Steele says there’s a reason it wasn’t set up sooner as to give insurance companies time to answer claims.

Cut 4  (11) “…things out.”

Construction is underway on the second phase of elevating LA 1 in Lafourche Parish. Executive Director of the project Henri Boulet says storm surge from hurricanes and tropical storms can sometimes close the highway for several days, costing the U-S millions of dollars in oil and gas production.

Cut 11 (08)  “..generations to come” 

Despite increased costs for…well, everything, Independence Day holiday travel is predicted to be HUGE. More from Kevin Gallagher.

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Qualifying for the Congressional elections is next month and based on a ruling from the U-S Supreme Court this week, Louisiana will use the district map approved by the Legislature in February. What if the Supreme Court later rules the map is unconstitutional? ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says this fall’s election results will stand…
Cut 13 (07) “…elected.”
GOHSEP launches a program to help Hurricane Ida survivors who have exhausted all their avenues in recovery but still need assistance. Spokesperson Mike Steele says the Disaster Case Management Program connects case managers to those who have unmet needs.
Cut 3 (12) “…still out there.”
The is website GetAGamePlan.org then backslash Ida-D-C-M-P.

Triple-A expects the highways will start to fill up this afternoon with travelers looking to take advantage of the upcoming three-day holiday weekend. Triple-A’s Don Redman predicts a six-percent increase in motorists from 2019 for the four-state region of Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma…
cut 8 (10) “….our region”

Construction is underway on the second phase of elevating LA 1 in Lafourche Parish between the Leeville Bridge to Golden Meadow. Executive Director of the LA 1 coalition Henri Boulet says once the project is completed in 2027, vehicles who use this important corridor will travel 22-feet above sea level
Cut 9 (13) “…summer long”

It will like take months before the Supreme Court makes a final determination on the legality of Louisiana’s Congressional map.

Cut 3 (33) “…I’m David Grubb”

Attorney General Jeff Landry sent a letter to the Louisiana State Medical Society warning doctors’ abortion is a crime and it has been since last Friday when the U-S Supreme Court ruled that states have the authority to outlaw abortions. Landry says a judge’s order blocking the state from enforcing an abortion ban has limited reach.

Despite high gasoline costs and increased prices for food and lodging, over 47 million Americans are expected to travel this Independence Day weekend. AAA spokesperson Don Redman says that estimate reflects the second-busiest July 4^th weekend since the year 2000. He says a great many will be on the highways…:

Cut 7 (11) “…travel industry.”

After a two-year hiatus, Essence Fest returns to New Orleans at full strength this holiday weekend. Now in its 27^th year, Essence Fest is the nation’s largest music festival, regularly drawing more than half a million visitors to the city. Councilman Oliver Thomas says there’s no way to overstate its importance for the city and state.

Cut 4 (12)  “…tourism industry.”

Louisiana will go forward this year with a Congressional election where the map that will determine district boundaries is under review by the U-S Supreme Court. ULM Political Science Professor Joshua Stockley says this is not the first time there’s been a court battle over Louisiana’s Congressional map…

Cut 14 (11)  “…for Louisiana.”
Stockley says a ruling from the U-S Supreme Court on Louisiana’s map might not come down until next summer.

There are 17 new wildlife agents on the job today, they are the most recent graduates of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Law Enforcement Academy. LDWF spokesperson Adam Einck says it’s an ideal profession individuals who enjoy hunting, fishing, boating, or hiking.

Cut  11 (11)  “…waterways of the state.” 

Triple A estimates more than 47 million Americans will travel for Independence weekend this year. Triple A spokesperson Don Redman says, while the number who intend to drive for the holiday is up sharply, airline bookings are down considerably. He says air travel estimates haven’t been this low in over 11 years…:

Cut 9 (12)  “…the airline fees.”

After a two-year hiatus, Essence Fest returns to New Orleans at full strength this holiday weekend. Headliners include Kevin Hart, Nicki Minaj, Janet Jackson, and New Edition. New Orleans Councilman Oliver Thomas says the star power is unmatched.

Cut 6 (10)  “…second to none.”

Attendees are required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination. The festival begins tonight and wraps up Sunday.