The reward to find the person or persons responsible for the shooting death of LSU student Allie Rice reaches $50,000. The Shed restaurant, where Rice worked, kickstarted the reward fund for anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death a week ago today. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Executive Director Johnny Dunnam

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The Violence Policy Center released a report this week that said nearly 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. LSU Health New Orleans Psychiatry Professor Doctor Rahn Bailey cut 11 (10) “….happening too much”

If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

Louisiana Tech is preparing the college for takeoff with an aviation partnership with United Airlines. Dean of the College of Liberal Arts Karl Puljak (pull-yak) says in addition to training aviation students it also assists with career opportunities

Cut 9 (10)  “…their profession.”

It’s the first of its kind of partnership for Louisiana Tech and its 150 aviation students.

One of the state’s most popular outdoor events is back.  Paused for two years during the pandemic, Louisiana’s National Hunting and Fishing Day returns tomorrow to four locations around the state. Trey Iles is with the Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Cut 3 (05) “…find outdoors.” 

Events will be held at Department of Wildlife and Fisheries locations in Haughton, Monroe, Woodworth, and Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul asked the community to lift the family of Allie Rice in prayer and to stop spreading misinformation about the case. When Paul was asked about an eyewitness who claims no one would return his call and if they were taking the case seriously, Lt. Kevin Heinz stepped up to the mic.

Cut 9 (11)  “…touch with us.”

Because Louisiana ranks 5^th in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men, we asked the question what causes some men to abuse and or kill women. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says some men abuse women simply because they are more likely to dominate the physical battle.

Cut 10 (11) “…in most circumstances.”

Researchers at Tulane University say having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says when they survey more than 2600 people in numerous countries it revealed raising kids placed higher importance on family values. Murray says it’s not age that makes one conservative, it’s the urge to protect one’s progeny

Cut 6 (04)  “…younger non-parents.” 

Tropical Depression Nine formed early this morning over the central Caribbean and based on the National Hurricane Center’s Forecast track this storm will develop into a hurricane as it moves towards Cuba and then the Gulf Coast of Florida. Louisiana has been keeping its eye on the system and Governor Edwards says the state really needs a season with no storms…

Cut 15 (08)  “…travel trailers.”

Louisiana has the fourth highest rate in the nation for most severe case of the West Nile Virus, with 33 such cases this year. Whitney Thomas has more
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Tropical Depression number nine formed in the central Caribbean Sea this morning, but at this time it doesn’t appear to be a threat to Louisiana. The National Hurricane Center says the system will begin turning north on Sunday and cross over Cuba on Tuesday as a hurricane and reach the western coast of Florida on Wednesday.

A Tulane University study says having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says they surveyed more than 2600 people in numerous countries and they found that those raising kids placed higher importance on things like family values, social stability, sexual behavior, reproduction, and physical safety…:
Cut 4 (09) “…vulnerable human being.”

The Violence Policy Center reported this week that once again Louisiana ranks in the Top ten for the rate of women murdered by men. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Doctor Rahn Bailey says for some men they learned in their upbringing to resort to abuse and they lack conflict resolution skills. He says many are unable to control their emotions when it comes to rejection or jealousy.
Cut 12 (06) “…hostile way.”

Over a dozen schools in Louisiana received false reports yesterday of active shooters at their school. Neville High School in Monroe, Mansfield, Rayne, Leesville, New Iberia and Westgate High were among the schools that received the automated report. Authorities are trying to determine who is responsible for the hoax.

When questioned about the status of the Allie Rice case Baton Police Chief Murphy Paul defends his officers and the investigation. Brooke Thorington has more
Cut 2 (29) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Violence Policy Center released a report this week that said nearly 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. LSU Health New Orleans Psychiatry Professor Doctor Rahn Bailey says women are more likely to let their guard down around they are close to versus a man they don’t know…
cut 11 (10) “….happening too much”
If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

A Tulane University study finds having children makes parents more conservative. Social conservatism – not political – is what’s being discussed here. Lead author of the report Doctor Damian Murray says they compiled data from over 400 thousand people in over 80 countries to arrive at the findings. He says – regardless of the culture – when people take on the responsibility of children, their feelings tend to change…:
Cut 5 (08) “…conservative values.”

Tropical Depression nine has formed in the Carribbean and the National Hurricane Center forecast track has the storm developing into a hurricane early next week and crossing over Cuba on Tuesday. The long range forecast shows a landfall on the western side of Florida on Wednesday. But Governor Edwards says Louisiana residents should still monitor the storm’s development over the weekend…
cut 13 (12) “…about 1991”

Baton Rouge Police officials deny a media report that they did not call back a witness who claimed to see the fatal shooting of LSU student Allie Rice last Friday morning. Lt. Kevin Heinz….
cut 7 (11) “….know of”
The Shed BBQ restaurant where Rice worked has raised 40-thousand dollars for the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for killing the 21-year-old from Ascension Parish.

Louisiana consistently ranks in the top ten among states with the highest rate of women murdered by men. Brooke Thorington asks a psychiatrist what prompts men to murder women.
Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

West Nile has infected enough Louisianans to rank us 4th highest in the U.S. for case counts. State Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says protect yourself and your home from mosquitos…:
CUT 21(07) “…your house.”
Five have died this year from Neuro-Invasive West Nile.

Tropical Depression Nine formed early this morning over the central Caribbean and based on the National Hurricane Center’s Forecast track this storm will develop into a hurricane as it moves towards Cuba and then the Gulf Coast of Florida. Louisiana has been keeping its eye on the system and Governor Edwards says the state really needs a season with no storms…
cut 15 (08) “…travel trailers”

The reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the shooting death of LSU student Allie Rice is up to 40-thousand dollars. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Director Johnny Dunnam the Shed BBQ restaurant where Rice worked is raising the money….
cut 8 (11) “….and citizens”
It was a week ago today when Rice was gunned down in her car near downtown Baton Rouge.

Research from Tulane University reveals adults with children tend to become more conservative. That story from Kevin Gallagher…:
Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte will not play in tomorrow night’s game against New Mexico as his girlfriend gave birth to their first child last night.

Research from Tulane University in New Orleans reveals that people with children tend to become more conservative. That story from Kevin Gallagher…:

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

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When questioned about the status of the Allie Rice case Baton Police Chief Murphy Paul defends his officers and the investigation. Brooke Thorington has more

Cut 2 (29) “….I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Louisiana consistently ranks in the top ten among states with the highest rate of women murdered by men. Brooke Thorington asks a psychiatrist what prompts men to murder women.

Cut 3 (34) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Researchers at Tulane University in New Orleans say having kids makes one become more conservative. Senior study author and professor of psychology Dr. Damian Murray says data culled from a survey of more than 2600 people in numerous countries revealed that those raising kids placed higher importance on things like family values, social stability, sexual behavior, reproduction, and physical safety…:

Cut 4 (09)  “…vulnerable human being.”

Social conservatism – not political – is what’s being discussed here. Murray says they also used data compiled from over 400 thousand people in over 80 countries to arrive at the findings. He says – regardless of the culture – when people take on the responsibility of children, their feelings tend to change…:

Cut 5 (08) “…conservative values.”

The Tulane study also dispels a commonly held belief that folks get more conservative with age. Murray says it’s not age; it’s the urge to protect one’s progeny…:

Cut 6 (04)  “…younger non-parents.” 

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Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. Lt. Kevin Heinz was asked about reports of an eyewitness who call BRPD about the shooting and that police failed to call him back in a timely manner.

Cut 7 (11) “…know of.”

The Shed restaurant, where Rice worked, kickstarted a reward for anyone who had information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death. Baton Rouge Crimestoppers Executive Director Johnny Dunnam said the reward has reached $37,500.

Cut 8 (11)  “…and citizens.”

Police Chief Murphy Paul asked the community to lift the Rice family in prayer and to stop spreading misinformation about the case. Paul was also questioned about an eyewitness who claims no one would not take his report. Lt. Heinz responded to the question when asked if BRPD is taking the case seriously.

Cut 9 (11)  “…touch with us.”

The phone number for Baton Rouge Crimestoppers is 225-344-STOP (7867).

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Because Louisiana ranks 5^th in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men, we asked the question what causes some men to abuse and or kill women. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says some men abuse women simply because they are more likely to dominate the physical battle.

Cut 10 (11) “…in most circumstances.”

The Violence Policy Center says almost 90-percent of women who are murdered are killed by an intimate partner or someone they know. Bailey says because women are more likely to let their guard down around men, they are close to versus being on alert when approached by a man they don’t know.

Cut  11 (10)  “…happening too much.”

Bailey says it often starts with emotional abuse, threats, and then progresses to physical violence.  Drugs and alcohol can also play a role and Bailey says for some men it’s often by example in their upbringing to resort to abuse and they lack conflict resolution skills. He says many are unable to control their emotions when it comes to rejection or jealousy.

Cut 12 (06) “…hostile way.” 

All too often Bailey says when counseling female abuse victims they say they didn’t know where to go for help. If you need assistance call the Louisiana Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-888-411-1333.

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A tropical wave in the Caribbean is expected to develop into a depression either today or tomorrow and it’s likely to get stronger as it moves towards the Gulf of Mexico. Governor John Bel Edwards says it’s time to pay attention to it.

Cut 13 (12) “…about 1991.”

The governor is urging everyone to do all the things we hoped we wouldn’t have to do this hurricane season. He says to gather supplies and get a game plan.

Cut 14 (09)  “…you’re going.”

Forecast models show the storm going into the Gulf, but after that, it’s anybody’s guess as to where.  A potential landfall on the Gulf coast anywhere from Florida to Texas is likely. Edwards says after enduring direct hits in 2020 and 2021, he hopes Louisiana is spared…

Cut 15 (08)  “…travel trailers.”

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LSU completes its three-game homestand by hosting New Mexico tomorrow. The Lobos are in the Mountain West Conference and they are 2-1 with wins over Maine and UTEP and a loss to Boise State. They have forced ten turnovers this season, so Coach Brian Kelly has put his team on alert…

Cut 16 (09)  “…no doubt about that.” 

It’s expected true freshmen Will Campbell and Emery Jones will start again at the two offensive tackle spots on Saturday. Center Charles Turner says both of them played really well last week as starters…

Cut 17 (12) “…tremendous amount.” 

LSU’s defense played well last week, holding an explosive Mississippi State offense to less than 300 yards of offense. The defensive line played well after a slow start to the season. Defensive tackle Jacobian Guillory from Alexandria…

Cut 18 (11) “…still LSU” 

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ULM welcomes the Ragin Cajuns to Malone Stadium on Saturday for the Sun Belt opener. UL-Lafayette was picked to win the Sun Belt’s West Division, while the Warhawks were picked to finish last in the West. Warhawks Coach Terry Bowden is not hiding the fact of who has the more talented team…

Cut 19 (13) “…we are there yet.”

ULM is 1-and-2, with losses to Texas and Alabama. The Crimson Tide trounced the Warhawks 63-7. Bowden is making sure that the loss to the Crimson Tide does not linger…

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Baton Rouge Police addressed questions from the media concerning the status of the Allie Rice case, the 21-year-old LSU student who was gunned down last Friday. BRPD was questioned about an eyewitness who claims no one would not take his report. Lt. Kevin Heinz responded to the question when asked if BRPD is taking the case seriously…:

CUT 30(12)      “…in touch with us.”

Combined rewards for Allie’s killer are up to $37,500.

SWEPCO is constructing its first solar farm to supply customers in North Caddo Parish with renewable energy. PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell praised the utility provider’s efforts to help lower energy costs for some 12-thousand homes with the plant…:

CUT 12(09)      “…all around the state.”

The SWEPCO solar facility will be built just outside of Hosston

The state’s homeowner insurer of last resort, Louisiana Citizens, is asking for a 63-percent rate increase…but a coalition of realtors says if it’s approved it will price some homeowners right out of their homes…:

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New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell refuses to reimburse the city for over $40-k in travel upgrades for trips to Washington D.C. and to France. Some city council members are discussing a plan to, basically, dock her that money from her payroll when they make the city budget for next year. A recall petition against Cantrell continues to gain signatures.