The University of Mississippi has filed a lawsuit against two of its former football players who followed Lane Kiffin to LSU. They claim edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen and offensive lineman Devin Harper signed a revenue sharing agreement with Ole Miss and they are in breach of that contract because the agreement called for them to pay a buyout to Ole Miss if they broke that contract. Sam Hutchens with the Clarion Ledger expects this case will be settled out of court…

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Households that suffered financial losses from Tropical Storm Arthur can apply for Disaster SNAP benefits this week. Tim Jenkins, who oversees the SNAP program for the Louisiana Department of Health, says applicants must live in designated disaster areas of Avoyelles, St. Landry, St. Tammany and Terrebonne parishes….

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A large clinical trial led by researchers at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center and others has shown that specialized treatments for kids and teens with obesity can be delivered at their primary care doctor’s office. Dr. Amanda Staiano, the director of the pediatric obesity and health behavior laboratory at Pennington, says the findings are from a study involving more than 700 children across four states.

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The program involves teaching kids and parents how to cook healthy meals, helping with grocery shopping, devising physical activity strategies and managing stress.

Training camp is underway for the Saints. Head Coach Kellen Moore is expecting big seasons out second-year quarterback Tyler Shough and All-Pro receiver Chris Olave…

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The University of Mississippi has sued former Rebels Princewill Umanmielen and Devin Harper, claiming the two players owe nearly $1 million after transferring to LSU. Ole Miss says both signed revenue-sharing agreements in January that required them to repay the school if they left before fulfilling their commitment. Days later, they entered the transfer portal and enrolled at LSU. Sam Hutchens of the Clarion Ledger says Ole Miss also sought payment from LSU, but the Tigers responded they are not a party to those agreements.

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LSU has declined to comment.

Households in Avoyelles, St. Landry, St. Tammany and Terrebonne parishes that suffered losses from Tropical Storm Arthur can apply for Disaster SNAP benefits this week. Louisiana SNAP Director Tim Jenkins says anyone seeking more information should call 1-888-524-3578.

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Qualifying for Louisiana’s congressional races begins one week from today. Congressman Cleo Fields has already announced he will not seek another term in the 6th District and instead will run for the state Senate. Meanwhile, New Iberia Senator Blake Miguez has yet to announce his plans. President Trump endorsed Miguez for the 5th Congressional District under the old map, but the newly redrawn 6th District is closer to his primary residence.

Louisiana voters will also see a new “I Voted” sticker in the November and December elections. Andrew Greenstein has more…

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Ole Miss is suing LSU players Princewill Umanmielen and Devin Harper for nearly one-million dollars. Ole Miss says the former Rebels have not paid the buyout clause of the revenue-sharing agreement they signed with the school before leaving for LSU. Sam Hutchens with the Clarion-Ledger broke the news and says Ole Miss AD Keith Carter told him the Rebels have paid similar buyouts for transfers.

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Umanmielen’s buyout is 550-thousand-dollars, and Harper’s buyout is 400-thousand-dollars. LSU has declined to comment on the lawsuit.

Former LSU wide receiver Demetrius Byrd is arrested after allegedly threatening a man with a knife aboard a bus in Miami Beach. CBS News reports the 40-year-old Byrd got into an argument with the man before pulling out the knife and asking him, quote, “Who wants to die?” 

A new law taking effect Saturday will ban outdoor balloon releases in Louisiana. Harahan Representative John Illg says people have found alternatives to other traditions, like replacing rice at weddings with bird seed, and he believes families can find other ways to honor loved ones or celebrate special occasions.

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Lawmakers approved the ban last year, but Governor Landry vetoed it. This year, the governor allowed the measure to become law without his signature. 

Louisiana unveils its new “I Voted” sticker at the Old Governor’s Mansion. It was created by New Orleans artist Terrence Osborne, who says he created his image in a way to symbolize a trumpet blaring the story of Louisiana through images.

Cut 15 (10) “…they represent sound.”

More bad blood between Ole Miss and LSU. The University of Mississippi sues two former Rebels who transferred to LSU. They say edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen (oo-MAHN-mee-ell-in) and offensive lineman Devin Harper owe nearly one-million dollars in buyout payments. LSU has declined to comment.

Starting Saturday, outdoor balloon releases for memorials and celebrations will be illegal in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo explains why.

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Households that suffered financial losses from Tropical Storm Arthur can apply for Disaster SNAP benefits this week. Tim Jenkins, who oversees the SNAP program for the Louisiana Department of Health, says applicants must live in designated disaster areas of Avoyelles, St. Landry, St. Tammany or Terrebonne parishes, but not everyone in those parishes will qualify.

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The state unveils its new “I Voted” sticker at the Old Governor’s Mansion. It was created by New Orleans artist Terrence Osborn, and it features a trumpet with various items representing Louisiana coming out of it as if it was music. Osborne says it was important to incorporate various symbols of Louisiana.

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This is the sixth sticker since the “I Voted” sticker program was launched ten years ago.

The contentious relationship between Ole Miss and LSU has spilled into the courtroom. The University of Mississippi has sued two former Rebels who transferred to LSU, claiming edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen and offensive lineman Devin Harper owe nearly $1 million in buyout payments. Ole Miss says both players signed revenue-sharing agreements requiring them to repay a predetermined amount if they left before fulfilling their commitments. LSU has declined to comment on the lawsuits.

Residents in select areas of Avoyelles, St. Landry, St. Tammany and Terrebonne parishes can apply for Disaster SNAP benefits this week by calling 1-888-524-3578. State SNAP Director Tim Jenkins says most eligible applicants will learn during their interview if they qualify…

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Today, households with last names beginning with N through Z can apply. On Thursday and Friday, applications will be accepted from anyone living in the eligible disaster areas.

Louisiana is moving closer to replacing its aging voting machines. State election officials will test a voting system from Smartmatic today at the State Archives building in Baton Rouge. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says the state certified five voting systems and one ballot-marking device last year, and this final demonstration will help determine whether another system should also be certified…

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The state expects to select a new voting system by the end of the year.

The Secretary of State’s Office has also unveiled Louisiana’s new “I Voted” sticker for the November and December elections. The design, created by New Orleans artist Terrence Osborne, features a trumpet filled with magnolia blossoms and wrapped in Mardi Gras beads…

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Ole Miss has taken its rivalry with LSU to the courtroom. The University of Mississippi claims two former Rebels now playing for the Tigers owe nearly $1 million for violating revenue-sharing agreements they signed before transferring to LSU. Ole Miss has filed lawsuits in Mississippi state court against LSU edge rusher Princewill Umanmielen and offensive lineman Devin Harper. LSU has declined to comment.

A new Louisiana law taking effect Saturday bans the outdoor release of balloons for memorials and celebrations. Harahan Representative John Illg, who authored the measure, says released balloons often end up harming wildlife and polluting the environment.

Cut 4 (08) “…our waterways.”

Illg says just as people replaced throwing rice at weddings with birdseed, families can find other meaningful ways to celebrate special occasions and honor loved ones.

The Secretary of State’s Office has unveiled Louisiana’s 2026 “I Voted” sticker that voters will receive in November. The winning design, created by New Orleans artist Terrence Osborn, features a trumpet filled with magnolia blossoms wrapped in Mardi Gras beads. Osborn says the artwork tells Louisiana’s story through familiar symbols.

Cut 15 (10) “…they represent sound.”

The Secretary of State’s Office is also testing a new voting system today at the Louisiana State Archives building in Baton Rouge as it looks to replace the state’s 35-year-old voting machines.

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Secretary of State Nancy Landry says six certified vendors remain under consideration, with a final decision expected before the end of the year.

The rivalry between LSU and Ole Miss has moved from the football field to the courtroom. The University of Mississippi has sued LSU football players Princewill Umanmielen and Devin Harper, claiming the former Rebels owe nearly $1 million for violating revenue-sharing agreements they signed in January. According to the lawsuits, the players breached those contracts when they entered the transfer portal and later signed with LSU. LSU has declined to comment.

The Saints open training camp today. Kace Kieschnick has more on year two under head coach Kellen Moore…

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Starting Saturday, it will be illegal to release balloons outdoors in Louisiana. Lawmakers approved the ban last year, but Governor Jeff Landry vetoed it. This year, the governor allowed the measure to become law without his signature. Harahan Representative John Illg says the legislation is backed by Louisiana’s agriculture industry…

Cut 5 (10) “…then possibly die.”

Violators can be fined hundreds of dollars, but Illg says the goal is to educate the public rather than issue citations.

The Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office is testing a voting system from Smartmatic today at the State Archives building in Baton Rouge. Smartmatic is one of several companies hoping to provide the state’s next voting machines. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says a final decision is expected by January…

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Starting Saturday, outdoor balloon releases for memorials and celebrations will be illegal in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo explains why.

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The next time you cast your ballot, your “I voted” sticker will have a new look. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The Saints begin preseason practice in year two of the Kellen Moore era today. Kace Kieschnick has more.

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A new law taking effect Saturday will ban outdoor balloon releases in Louisiana for memorials and celebrations. Harahan Representative John Illg authored the measure and says balloons can create environmental problems when they are released.

Cut 4 (08) “…our waterways.”

Lawmakers approved the ban last year, but Governor Jeff Landry vetoed it. This year, the governor allowed the measure to become law without his signature. Illg says the ban has support from Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the agriculture industry.

Cut 5 (10) “…then possibly die.”

Illg says people have found alternatives to other traditions, like replacing rice at weddings with bird seed, and he believes families can find other ways to honor loved ones or celebrate special occasions.

Cut 6 (08) “…one of them.”

First-time violators could face a fine of up to 500 dollars or eight hours of community service. Repeat offenders could face fines up to 25-hundred dollars and lose their driver’s license. Illg says the goal is not to punish people, but to educate the public about the environmental impact of plastic balloons.

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Households that suffered financial losses from Tropical Storm Arthur can apply for Disaster SNAP benefits this week. Tim Jenkins, who oversees the SNAP program for the Louisiana Department of Health, says applicants must live in designated disaster areas of Avoyelles, St. Landry, St. Tammany or Terrebonne parishes, but not everyone in those parishes will qualify.

Cut 7 (09) “…census block ratio.”

Eligibility is based on ZIP code and whether a household was impacted by flooding in the designated disaster areas.

Applications will be accepted through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. by calling 888-524-3578. Jenkins says most applicants will find out during their interview if they qualify.

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Today, households with last names beginning with N through Z can apply. On Thursday and Friday, applications will be accepted from anyone in the eligible areas. Jenkins says D-SNAP is intended to help families recover from storm-related financial losses.

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Current SNAP recipients are not eligible for D-SNAP and should not apply.

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A voting system will be undergoing testing for certification this morning in Baton Rouge. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says after five voting systems and one ballot marking device have been previously certified, a voting system manufactured by Smartmatic will now be tested.

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The testing will happen at the Louisiana State Archives from nine to noon – and Secretary Landry says the best part is, you’re invited.

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Landry says the state is still on track to select a new voting system by the end of this year.

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The next time you cast your ballot, your “I voted” sticker will look a little different. The crawfish named Mark de Ballot is being retired; in its place is a work of art created by New Orleans artist Terrence Osborne. The sticker pays tribute to the whole state, and the centerpiece is a trumpet. Osborne says his imagination took over from there.

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Osborne says it was important to incorporate various symbols of Louisiana.

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Osborne says he created his image in a way to symbolize the trumpet blaring the story of Louisiana through images.

Cut 15 (10) “…they represent sound.”

As for Mark de Ballot, there’s no truth to the rumor that he’s been boiled in Tony Chachere’s seasoning with potatoes and corn.

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The Saints hold their first practice of training camp today. It’s one of the most optimistic preseasons in recent years for a Saints team trying to end a five-year playoff drought. That is largely thanks to second-year quarterback Tyler Shough, who General Manager Mickey Loomis says confirmed he has the intangibles to be a successful quarterback this offseason.

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To help Shough make the next step in year two, the Saints signed running back Travis Etienne (AY-chan) and drafted first-round wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. Head coach Kellen Moore says maybe most important to Shough’s production will be All-Pro receiver Chris Olave.

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Loomis says Olave and the team are in negotiations for a contract extension, and both sides would like the former first-rounder to stay in New Orleans.

New Orleans was able to bring back veteran stars Cameron Jordan and Alvin Kamara this offseason. Kamara took a pay cut to fill a new role alongside Etienne in the backfield, and Moore says last year’s stagnant run game can now be a strength of the team.

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Wide receiver Mason Tipton and defensive lineman Keeshawn Silver were placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list to start camp. Loomis said Olave and Tyson, as well as running back Kendre Miller, are all cleared and good to go.