A sheriff’s deputy seriously wounded during a rampage on law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge in 2016 has passed away at the age of 47. Jeff Palermo has more…:

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At the Capitol, a bill that would stiffen penalties for carjackers who seriously injure their victims moves out a House committee and towards a vote of the full chamber. The bill would impose no less than ten years in prison, with no parole or sentence suspension. A 73-year-old new Orleans woman was dragged to death when teens carjacked her in March.

Campus Police at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond say they’ve made an arrest in this morning’s abduction and sexual attack on a female SLU student. The girl was abducted at gunpoint, assaulted and then released. SLU Police say a suspect is now in custody, but haven’t released his name.

Governor John Bel Edwards received his second COVID booster shot last night, making that four shots total. The state health department reported over 500 new cases today, but hospitalizations remain low at 62. LDH also reports four more COVID-related deaths. Edwards says the state has recorded over 17-thousand COVID fatalities…:

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The CDC says if you are 50 or older, get your next booster, if your last one was at least 4 months ago.

You’ve probably noticed that gasoline prices – after dipping down for a few weeks – are rising again. The statewide average price of regular gas is now $3.91. What’s behind the latest spike? Louisiana AAA’s Don Redman says OPEC being stingey, the Ukraine War and other domestic factors like reduced demand. He says relief is NOT in sight…:

CUT 05  (11)        “…any time soon.”

Governor John Bel Edwards received his second COVID booster shot last night, which was his fourth COVID vaccine shot overall. Edwards is encouraging Louisiana residents to be up to date on their shots…:

Cut 12  (14)      “…wanes faster.”

The CDC says if you’re 50 or older, get a second COVID-19 booster IF the first booster was at least four months ago.

Corporal Nick Tullier, the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Deputy shot multiple times in an ambush targeting law officers in July 2016, has died at the age of 47. EBR Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says he’s heartbroken over the passing of a true hero..:

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Three LEOs were killed that day, Tullier and two others were wounded, but his injuries were the most severe. After being given hours to live, he fought on for nearly six years.

State Fire Marshal Butch Browning is retiring, after 14 years in that job. He is the state’s longest-serving fire marshal. Browning is credited with starting an Urban Search and Rescue program involving firefighters from around the state that are deployed when a disaster strikes…:

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Browning will take a job heading the National Association of State Fire Marshals.

A Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy, who was severely injured in a 2016 ambush shooting that killed three cops and injured three more, has passed away. 47-year-old Deputy Nick Tullier was shot three times by gunman Gavin Long, who was in turn shot and killed by LEOs. East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says Tullier beat all odds in surviving the shooting. He says doctors initially only gave him hours to live…:

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A New Orleans woman is behind bars; accused of the beating death of her 2-year-old son. NOPD says little Gaylan Ferrand was brought to a hospital a week ago with serious injuries, but died a short time later. The coroner ruled it a homicide from multiple blunt force injuries. 25-year-old Dianne Ferrand was taken into custody this morning for 2^nd degree murder.

Butch Browning is retiring as the state’s fire marshal, and will become the new executive director of the National Association of State Fire Marshals. Michelle Southern has more…:

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Campus Police at Southeastern University in Hammond say a female student was abducted at gunpoint on campus this morning. The victim says she was taken to a nearby area and sexually assaulted, then let go. Officers are seeking a Black male, about 5’7” with knotted or plaited hair – driving a white Suburban.

A Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy that was seriously wounded during an ambush on cops in 2016 has died. Jeff Palermo has that…:

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Tullier was 47 years old.

A tornado watch is in effect for parishes in northwestern Louisiana until 6 tonight. A system of strong showers and thunderstorms is moving across the ArkLaTex, with the possibility of spawning twisters. Stay alert to local radio for updates or possible warnings. Again, the tornado watch expires at 6.

New Iberia Police arrest a woman, after she admitted to being high on drugs when she left her 3-year-old child – alone and barefoot – at a public park. Cops found the toddler and took it into their care. The mom, Fredricka Hughes, was found six hours later. Both her kids are now in state custody.

After going down for a few weeks, gasoline prices are rising again. The statewide average for regular gas is $3.91. Louisiana AAA fuel expert Don Redman says reduced demand for fuel – as we all adjust to paying more – is a big part of the surge. He says we should get used to this … probably through summer…:

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Imagine sleeping in your bed and suddenly being awakened by an intruder in your home, slashing at you with a knife. Donaldsonville resident Elizabeth Street is recovering from multiple cuts, after fighting off her attacker, Peggy Valentine – a women she knew. Valentine is charged with attempted murder and home invasion.

After taking a slight dip, gasoline prices are getting higher once again, as the average price for a gallon of regular gas is up to three dollars and ninety-one cents across the state. AAA spokesman Don Redman says a potential ban on Russian oil by the European Union would create a real tightening of the market, and today’s oil prices reflect that concern.

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The Saints and safety Tyrann Mathieu made it official yesterday as the Honey Badger signed a three-year deal. It’s been an incredible journey for the New Orleans native, who went from undiscovered gem to Heisman Finalist to being kicked off the LSU football team. Now, after nine successful seasons on and off the field, Mathieu likes who and where he is.

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Corporal Nick Tullier, the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Deputy shot multiple times in an ambush targeting law officers in July 2016, has died at the age of 47. Authorities say Tullier was shot in the head, stomach, and shoulder by a gunman from Kansas City, Missouri who killed three other officers that day. Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says Tullier and fellow deputy, Sergeant Bruce Simmons, were drinking coffee that morning when they got the call of officers down…

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Louisiana’s longest-serving state fire marshal is retiring. Butch Browning has accepted the position of executive director of the National Association of State Fire Marshals after serving 14 years as the state’s fire marshal. State Fire Marshal Deputy Assistant Secretary Daniel Wallis has been named as Browning’s successor. Browning says Wallis will do a wonderful job…

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The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation that would make abortion a crime in Louisiana. Under Oil City Representative Danny McCormick’s proposal, the mother and those assisting in the termination of a pregnancy can be charged with murder:
Cut 4 (09) “not yet born”
Opponents of the bill say the measure would criminalize in vitro fertilization.

Corporal Nick Tullier, the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Deputy shot multiple times in an ambush targeting law officers in July 2016, has died at the age of 47. Sheriff Sid Gautreaux says he’s heartbroken over the passing of a true hero
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Tullier was only expected to live hours after he was shot in the head, stomach, and shoulder by a gunman from Kansas City. His family says he developed a severe infection, which turned out to be fatal.

Louisiana’s longest-serving state fire marshal is retiring. Butch Browning has accepted the position of executive director of the National Association of State Fire Marshals after serving 14 years as the state’s fire marshal. Browning says he’s proud of implementing higher safety standards for building and construction…
cut 9 (11) “…very responsive agency”

The Honey Badger is home, and he’s as excited as Saints fans. Tyrann Mathieu and New Orleans made it official yesterday as the veteran safety signed a three-year deal to join his hometown team. A reporter mentioned Mathieu is about to turn 30, and to that the Honey Badger said…:
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Though he doesn’t have an official number yet, the Saints are taking pre-orders for Mathieu’s jersey and the website crashed almost instantly. It’s back up now.

The House Criminal Justice Committee has approved a bill that would result in law enforcement charging women with murder if they terminate an abortion. The proposed law also says any judge that attempts to overrule or void the proposed law shall be subject to impeachment or removal. Prairieville Representative Tony Bacala says the bill is probably unconstitutional, but it’s not the legislature’s responsibility to determine constitutionality…
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The measure faces more discussion on the House floor.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser who oversees tourism in this state says the state attracted 41-million visitors last year. In 2019 the state had 53-million visitors and Nungesser would like to see visitors top 50-million again…
cut 9 (06) “….to do that”
Spring festivals are reporting huge crowds and today begins the second weekend of Jazz Fest.

The “Honey Badger” has come home. Tyrann Mathieu is officially a New Orleans Saint and he couldn’t be happier. David Grubb has more.
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Sad news to report today, Nick Tullier has passed away. He was the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Deputy that was shot multiple times in 2016 during an ambush that killed three other law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge. Tullier’s family confirmed his death with a post on Facebook that says “God has gained his best angel this morning.

Louisiana’s tourism industry apparently has made a healthy bounce back, after taking a huge hit from the COVID pandemic. More from Kevin Gallagher…:
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Louisiana’s longest serving state fire marshal is retiring. Governor John Bel Edwards announced Wednesday that State Fire Marshal Butch Browning has accepted the position of executive director of the National Association of State Fire Marshals. State Fire Marshal Deputy Assistant Secretary Daniel H. Wallis has been named as Browning’s successor.

The House Criminal Justice Committee approves legislation that would make abortions in Louisiana a crime of homicide. New Orleans Attorney Gwyneth O’Neil spoke in opposition calling the measure a reckless, bad law. She says the way it’s written in vitro fertilization would be illegal..:
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The legislation heads to the House floor.

In the same committee room, the bill aimed at cracking down on theft of catalytic converters continued to move through the legislative process. Under this proposal, prison terms for the crime would be based on the value of the parts stolen. Lafayette Representative Jonathan Goudeau made the motion to report the bill favorably…:
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The measure heads to the house floor.

Nick Tullier, the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Deputy who was shot in an ambush targeting law enforcement in 2016, has died.