The upcoming retirement of DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson has only fueled speculation he’s running for governor. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 02(29)      “…Thorington.”

A mother and son in New Iberia are under arrest on drug and weapons charges. Police say 39-year-old Jennifer Olivier and her son were stopped by an officer Monday evening. He discovered a large amount of marijuana and an AR-15 style rifle in their car. The charges for Olivier are possession, possession of a gun around controlled dangerous substances and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

Shreveport Police Officer Alexander Tyler has been charged with negligent homicide in the shooting death of 43-year-old Alonzo Bagley, an unarmed black man. The incident happened on February 3rd as officers chased Bagley after he jumped from a second-floor apartment. State Police released Tyler’s body camera video today..:

CUT 09(13)      “…NO! NO!”

Tyler and another officer were in pursuit of Bagley before he was shot.

Let the good times roll this weekend, but don’t let those good times impair you behind the wheel. That’s the message from LEOs and the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission. LHSC’s Mark Lambert says have fun, but have smart fun…:

            CUT 06(11)      “…been drinking.”

Cops will be working overtime – literally – to catch drunk drivers.

A Shreveport Police officer is charged in the shooting death of an unarmed man earlier this month. Alexander Tyler is charged with negligent homicide in the death of Alonzo Bagley. This is from a body cam video of an officer on the scene trying to render first aid to Bagley.

Cut 10 (10) “…respond” 

Tyler is 23 years old and has been with the Shreveport PD for just under two years.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating 32-year-old Trey Rentrop of Raceland. LPSO Captain Brennan Matherne says after an iPad was discovered in the home of a woman with two children recording them.

Cut 3 (11) “…aware of it.” 

You’re asked to call Crimestoppers.

The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign is in effect for the last weekend of carnival season. That means officers will be on the lookout for impaired and unsafe drivers. Mark Lambert, with the state Highway Safety Commission, says alcohol accounts for most crashes during this time of year…:

Cut 7 (14)  “…destructive decisions.” 

With DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson’s announced retirement we asked the question that’s on everyone’s mind, will he run for governor. Wilson wouldn’t say if he is or isn’t running but he did hint that an announcement is forthcoming.

Cut 13 (12) “…a public servant.” 

Wilson says he won’t make an announcement until he retires which is March 4^th.

A 23-year-old Shreveport Police officer has been arrested for negligent homicide for shooting an unarmed black man during a foot chase. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Palermo.”

Despite the threat of some stormy weather tonight, officials in New Orleans say tonight’s three parades will roll, rain or shine. Organizers say only lightning in the vicinity will delay the processions. Metairie parades are also expected to roll as scheduled.

Deputies in Lafourche Parish seek public help catching an accused video voyeur. Spokesman Captain Brennan Matherne says 32-year-old Trey Rentrop allegedly placed a digital device in a woman’s bathroom to recorder her activities. The suspect is a known acquaintance of the victim and Matherne says they also located a rifle belonging to Rentrop in the woman’s home…:

CUT 05(11)      “…possess a firearm.”

Crimestoppers will gladly take tips on Rentrop’s whereabouts.

Lawmen and the state Highway Safety Commission have some advice this Mardi Gras Weekend: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Officers will be working overtime – literally – looking to catch impaired drivers. LHSC spokesman Mark Lambert says have fun but be smart…:

CUT 08(15)      “…if you do that.”

Stay safe.

A Shreveport cop faces negligent homicide charges for the shooting death of 43-year-old Alonzo Bagley, who was un-armed at the time. State Police are investigating. Here’s Trooper Melissa Matey describing what happened when Officer Alexander Tyler fired his weapon…:

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Officer Tyler is on administrative leave and charged with negligent homicide.

Be sure to stay sober behind the wheel as you enjoy parades this Mardi Gras weekend. Because the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign is in effect. That means LEOs will be on the lookout for impaired and unsafe drivers. Mark Lambert, with the state Highway Safety Commission, says alcohol accounts for most crashes during Carnival season…:

CUT 07(14)      “…destructive decisions.”

The upcoming retirement of DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson has only fueled speculation he’s running for governor. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 02(29)      “…Thorington.”

An East Baton Rouge Parish school bus driver, who is accused of smoking marijuana while driving elementary kids, has been fired from his job. Officials with EBR schools say no proof was found to substantiate the accusation, but the man was sacked all the same. That driver was also accused of speeding and driving recklessly. His name has not been released.

After state Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson announced his March 4^th retirement it’s only increased speculation that he’ll run for governor. Wilson who’s been secretary for seven years has more than 25 years in public service…:

CUT 12(08)      “…next chapter.”

Wilson drops a big hint that an announcement may be coming soon.

A Shreveport Police officer is charged in the shooting of an un-armed man earlier this month. Officer Alexander Tyler is charged with negligent homicide in the shooting of Alonzo Bagley. This is from body cam video from an officer on the scene trying to render first aid to Bagley…:

CUT 10(10)      “…wake up!”

Officer Tyler is 23 and has been a Shreveport cop for just under two years.

Don’t let the good times impair your judgment during this Mardi Gras weekend. The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is in effect. LHSC spokesman Mark Lambert encourages everyone to have a good time, but be safe…:

CUT 06(11)      “…been drinking.”

He says to use a designated sober driver or better yet, BE that D.D.

A mother and son in New Iberia are under arrest on drug and weapons charges. Police say 39-year-old Jennifer Olivier and her son – who is a minor – were stopped by an officer Monday evening. He discovered a large amount of marijuana and an AR-15 style rifle in their car. They also found some drug paraphernalia. The charges for Olivier are possession, possession of a gun around controlled dangerous substances and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

A cold front is moving across Louisiana. Expect temperatures to dip into the 30’s by early Friday morning.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating 32-year-old Trey Rentrop of Raceland. LPSO Captain Brennan Matherne says he’s wanted for video voyeurism & possession of gun by convicted felon…also failure to register as a sex offender…:

CUT 04(06)      “…for rape.”

He was allegedly using an iPad to spy on a woman’s bathroom.

Shreveport Police Officer Alexander Tyler has been charged with negligent homicide in the shooting death of 43-year-old Alonzo Bagley, an unarmed black man. The incident happened on February third as officers were chasing Bagley after he jumped from a second floor apartment. State Police released Tyler’s body camera video today..:

CUT 09(13)      “…no.no.”

The announcement of DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson’s March retirement has some speculating he’s running for governor. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 01(30)      “…Thorington.”

…and now a look at today’s commodities with Neal Melancon…

In Shreveport an arrest warrant has been issued for police officer Alexander Tyler who was involved in the shooting death of 43-year-old Alonzo Bagley. Officer Tyler is white and is to be held without bond for negligent homicide after Bagley, a Black man was killed on February 3^rd, Bagley was unarmed.

At least three lawmakers will file bills for the upcoming session to head off kids accessing adult content at public libraries; an issue the governor feels is a “solution in search of a problem.”

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating 32-year-old Trey Rentrop of Raceland. LPSO Captain Brennan Matherne says after an iPad was discovered in the home of a woman with two children recording them.

Cut 3 (12) “…aware of it.” 

Rentrop has also failed to register as a sex offender and faces numerous charges. If you have any information, you’re asked to call Crimestoppers.

State Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson has told Governor John Bel Edwards that he will retire from state service effective March 4th, fueling speculation the Democrat will enter the governor’s race. Edwards says Wilson has been the most effective DOTD secretary in state history and would make a great governor, if he chooses to run…

Cut 5 (10) “…for him.”
Edwards made those comments on his monthly Ask the Governor Show.

State Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson announces he will retire on March 4th fueling speculation he will run for governor as a Democrat. LA-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says yet another clue Wilson will throw his hat in the ring for governor is Democratic Party Chair Katie Bernhardt’s announcement that she’s not running.
Cut 6 (08) “…are a Democrat.”
So far there are no major Democrats who have announced their candidacy for governor.

During his Ask the Governor radio program, John Bel Edwards was asked about legislation pre-filed by Republican lawmakers that seek to make public library boards more accountable for allowing sexually explicit material to be available for children in a library. Edwards says it’s a hot issue for conservatives, but not a real problem in Louisiana…
cut 7 (07) “…our libraries work”

A national survey of small businesses finds inflation remains the top problem for owners. NFIB State director Todd Pack says small businesses also continue to face staffing shortages and are offering higher wages as a result.
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NFIB’s monthly report said 57-percent of owners reported hiring or trying to hire last month, 91-percent of them reported few or no qualified candidates.

Are you packing food for Mardi Gras parades this weekend? University of Holy Cross in New Orleans conducted research to see how parade food like, fried chicken, jambalaya and sandwiches held up while being stored in a cooler outside. Food Science Program Director Doctor Darryl Holliday says the worst-performing food was ham and cheese sandwiches…
cut 12 (07) “….ready to eat”