Over 4,000 people need to turn in their final RESTORE paperwork to get their reimbursement before an October 1st deadline. Connor Ferrill has more.

Cut 2 (31) ”I’m Connor Ferrill” 

LendingTree says New Orleans has the third youngest startup entrepreneurs in the nation after a survey revealed the average age of new business owners in the Crescent City was 37.95 years old. NOLA Chamber of Commerce Communication Director Haley Pegg says the city’s diversity makes it a cultural, and economic force.

Cut 8 (12)  “new ideas”

New voting machines are coming to Louisiana, but the price is now set around ninety to ninety-five million dollars, up from the project sixty million earlier this summer.  The recent bidding process was also accused on being rigged by a contractor that was passed over for the voting machines purchase.  Candidate for the Secretary of State position, AG Crowe, says the price increase certainly is notable.

Cut 15 (07) “at very carefully.”

The Saints take on the Cardinals in the Superdome tonight, giving players at crucial question mark positions on defense, running back, and at tight end a chance to cement their positions in the second game of the preseason. The first team defense flunked their first test last week, letting the jags score with ease. WWL Radio Saints Sideline Reporter Steve Geller says tonight’s a good chance for a rebound.

Cut 4 (12) “a focus.”

The game kicks off at 7PM.

The price tag of new voting machines is raising eyebrows about the bidding process. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Cut 3 (29) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

4,100 homeowners still need to submit some additional paperwork to the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program by October 1st. In order to get their reimbursement Executive Director of the Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says if an applicant has lost a part of the application there is nothing to worry about, as there’s an easy way to get a new form…
Cut 11 (08) “…file electronically.”

LendingTree says New Orleans has the third youngest startup entrepreneurs in the nation after a survey revealed the average age of new business owners in the Crescent City was 37.95 years old, just behind Buffalo and Salt Lake City. NOLA Chamber of Commerce Communication Director Haley Pegg says Anyone who’s visited the city recently probably got caught up in some construction-related traffic, but Pegg says while it can be annoying for local visiting young entrepreneurs see that, and see opportunity.
Cut 9 (11) “the city.”

The Saints take on the Cardinals in the Superdome tonight, giving players at crucial question mark positions on defense, running back, and at tight end a chance to cement their positions in the second game of the preseason.. WWL Radio Saints Sideline Reporter Steve Geller The backup running back job was left open after a four-game suspension for Mark Ingram over the summer, leaving rookies and journeymen to duke it out for the privilege of spelling superstar Alvin Kamara. Geller says to look for Jonathan Williams to take the inside track tonight in the RB race.
Cut 5 (10) “blitzes.”

Over 4,000 people need to turn in their final RESTORE paperwork to get their reimbursement before an October 1st deadline. Connor Ferrill has more.
Cut 2 (31) ”I’m Connor Ferrill”

The Saints take on the Cardinals in the Superdome tonight, giving players at crucial question mark positions on defense, running back, and at tight end a chance to cement their positions in the second game of the preseason. The first team defense flunked their first test last week, letting the Jags score with ease. WWL Radio Saints Sideline Reporter Steve Geller says tonight’s a good chance for a rebound.
Cut 4 (12) “a focus.”

LendingTree says New Orleans has the third youngest startup entrepreneurs in the nation after a survey revealed the average age of new business owners in the Crescent City was 37.95 years old, just behind Buffalo and Salt Lake City. The city has become a destination location for millennials over the last decade, and NOLA Chamber of Commerce Communication Director Haley Pegg says the large array of different peoples in the city makes for good business opportunities.
Cut 8 (12) “new ideas”

New voting machines are coming to Louisiana, but the price is now set around ninety to ninety-five million dollars, up from the project sixty million earlier this summer. The recent bidding process was also accused of being rigged by a contractor that was passed over for the voting machines purchase. Candidate for the Secretary of State position, AG Crowe, says he’s doing his part to have the activity investigated.
Cut 13 (09) “…what’s going on.”

The Saints play the Cards tonight in the dome for the second preseason game of the year. Matt Doyle has more.
Cut 1 (31) “I’m Matt Doyle”

ESPN has released its preseason NFL power rankings, earlier this week, assembled by over 80 panelists considering what all 32 franchises have to offer. They’ve settled on the sensible 1-2 ranking of last year’s Super Bowl contenders – the victorious Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots – followed by a surprise to probably everyone but fans of the black and gold: the New Orleans Saints at 3.

In NFL action last night the Washington Redskins defeated the New York jets 15-13 in Landover Maryland. Washington Kicker Dustin Hopkins made 5 field goals in the victory including a game winner at the buzzer for the win.
In foxborough Massachusetts it was a rematch of last year’s super bowl with a different outcome. New England defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 37-20 in week two of preseason. Superbowl mvp nick foles left the game in the second quarter after he was stripped of the ball from fifth round draft pick ja Whaun Bentley who took the ball 54 yards for a td.

In Green bay the packers beat up on the Pittsburg steelers 51-34 as Aaron Rodgers played just on series connecting with former New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmie Graham for an 8 yard touchdown. It’s the first time Rodgers has played in Lambeau field in nearly a year.

The Saints play the Cards tonight in the dome for the second preseason game of the year. Matt Doyle has more.
Cut 1 (31) “I’m Matt Doyle”

4,100 homeowners still need to submit some additional paperwork to the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program by October 1st. In order to get their reimbursement Executive Director of the Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says completing the application can have some serious benefits…
Cut 10 (07) “yet“

LendingTree says New Orleans has the third youngest startup entrepreneurs in the nation after a survey revealed the average age of new business owners in the Crescent City was 37.95 years old, just behind Buffalo and Salt Lake City. The city has become a destination location for millennials over the last decade, and NOLA Chamber of Commerce Communication Director Haley Pegg says it makes sense.
Cut 7 (11) “appreciate”

The city was one of the most ethnically diverse locations on the top ten list, and Pegg says that diversity has made the city culturally, and economically appealing. The average age for starting entrepreneurs nationwide was nearly 40 years old.

The Saints play the Cards tonight in the dome for the second preseason game of the year. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 1 (31)  “I’m  Matt Doyle”

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Over 4,000 people need to turn in their final RESTORE paperwork to get their reimbursement before an October 1st deadline. Connor Ferrill has more.

Cut 2 (31) ”I’m Connor Ferrill” 

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The price tag of new voting machines is raising eyebrows about the bidding process.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 3 (29) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

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The Saints take on the Cardinals in the Superdome tonight, giving players at crucial question mark positions on defense, running back, and at tight end a chance to cement their positions in the second game of the preseason. The first team defense flunked their first test last week, letting the Jags score with ease. WWL Radio Saints Sideline Reporter Steve Geller says tonight’s a good chance for a rebound.

Cut 4 (12) “a focus.”

The backup running back job was left open after a four-game suspension for Mark Ingram over the summer, leaving rookies and journeymen to duke it out for the privilege of spelling superstar Alvin Kamara. Geller says to look for Jonathan Williams to take the inside track tonight in the RB race.

Cut 5 (10) “blitzes.”

The Black and Gold have lacked a signature tight end since Jimmy was sent off to Seattle for some better protection for Drew Brees. Over the offseason, the team brought back Ben Watson, who’s back in town after three seasons with the Ravens, but he’s been hobbled, and Geller says that’s opened up play time for the formerly undrafted Dan Arnold.

Cut 6 (10) “through camp.”

The game kicks off at 7PM.

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LendingTree says New Orleans has the third youngest startup entrepreneurs in the nation after a survey revealed the average age of new business owners in the Crescent City was 37.95 years old, just behind Buffalo and Salt Lake City. The city has become a destination location for millennials over the last decade, and NOLA Chamber of Commerce Communication Director Haley Pegg says it makes sense.

Cut 7 (11) “appreciate”

The city was one of the most ethnically diverse locations on the top ten list, and Pegg says that diversity has made the city culturally, and economically appealing. She says the large array of different peoples in the city makes for good business opportunities.

Cut 8 (12)  “new ideas”

Anyone who’s visited the city recently probably got caught up in some construction-related traffic, but Pegg says while it can be annoying for local visiting young entrepreneurs see that, and see opportunity.

Cut 9 (11)  “the city.”

The average age for starting entrepreneurs nationwide was nearly 40 years old.

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4,100 homeowners still need to submit some additional paperwork to the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program by October 1^st. In order to get their reimbursement Executive Director of the Office of Community Development Pat Forbes says completing the application can have some serious benefits…

Cut 10 (07)   “yet“

Forbes says if an applicant has lost a part of the application there is nothing to worry about, as there’s an easy way to get a new form…

Cut 11 (08) “…file electronically.” 

53,000 homeowners completed the program survey and over 43,000 homeowners qualify for assistance in the program that has been allocated 1.3 billion dollars by the feds. Forbes says getting approved can be simple…

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Homeowners who qualify can visit restore.la.gov or call 1-866-735-2001 to complete the application process.

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New voting machines are coming to Louisiana, but the price is now set around ninety to ninety-five million dollars, up from the project sixty million earlier this summer.  The recent bidding process was also accused of being rigged by a contractor that was passed over for the voting machines purchase.  Candidate for the Secretary of State position, AG Crowe, says he’s doing his part to have the activity investigated.

Cut 13 (09) “…what’s going on.”

Crowe says Louisiana residents cannot afford such a massive purchase being fumbled by suspicious activity.

Cut 14 (08) “…has been done.”

Crowe says just like any RFP, it does give some flexibility to the bidder but says the massiveness of the spike is a bit of a head-scratcher.

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A new report from the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network has evaluated Louisiana in its fight against the disease.  Among the areas of concern, access to care, quality of life, and prevention.  ACS-CAN spokesperson Lance Barbour says the state’s medicaid expansion is a noteworthy highlight.

Cut 7 (07) “…met that goal.”

State Superintendent of Education John White says it’s time to start paying the state’s teachers more money. As a guest on Talk Louisiana this morning, White discussed the recovery of the economy and increased stability in the budget, now is the time to make sure teacher’s pay is keeping up with competition in other states and other industries.  White says Louisiana was at the southern regional national average as recently as just a few years ago but recently has fallen behind.

Cut 10 (07) “…with our competitors.”

The first medical pot is on track to be planted Friday after a successful meeting between the Ag Department, the LSU Ag Center, and GB Sciences, gave the green light for GB to start the process of growing the medicinal marijuana. It’s a temporary go ahead for GB, who provides the plants for LSU. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says they had to survey the facility before giving the thumbs up.

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A former St. Tammany Parish Deputy has pleaded guilty to shaking down citizens for pot, not filing reports about the seizure, and later distributing it to his special someone. Kenneth Szalajeski will serve ten years in prison for the actions which happened of the course of five months. According to reports, it wasn’t just weed that Officer Szalajeski was shuttling off to his boo. He reportedly took alcohol and other contraband from the stops. District Attorney Warren Montgomery says he was initially accused of doing the shakedowns more than twice but…

Cut 14 (10) “two instances”

The dust is settling on an LSU team that just had one of its major question marks heading into the season addressed in one afternoon as Lowell Narcisse and Justin McMillan have headed for greener, and presumably less competitive pastures. That leaves LSU with only two scholarship QBs on the roster in Ohio transfer Joe Burrow and Myles Brennan, who will fight it out to take the starting slot against Miami in the opener. Head Coach Ed Orgeron says at this point it’s still anyone’s job to take.

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Orgeron says clearing up that conundrum means a lot more practice time for the two survivors left on the Purple and Gold Quarterback Island. O says the first practice back in action for the tigers since the departures was inspiring, showcasing two players who can see the finish line just ahead of them and are sprinting to break the tape.

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O says one upside to the changes is that with two pro style QBs in tow, no matter who wins the offense will remain the same.

LSU and Clemson will play home and home games against each other starting in 2025 and 26. Both teams are nicknamed tigers and both teams play home games in stadiums known as Death Valley. The two teams have played each other three times, all in bowl games, Clemson leads the series 2-1.

New Orleans Saints defensive end Alex Okafor suffered a bone bruise in his knee and a sprained ankle during Wednesday’s practice, according to a source.
It’s unclear how long Okafor will be sidelined. But the prognosis — which was first reported by the NFL Network — is relatively good news for the sixth-year veteran, who is coming back from a torn Achilles.

Saints first round pick Marcus Davenport has missed most of the training camp so far with a nagging pulled groin. He returned to practice yesterday after missing the first pre-season game against Jacksonville. Coach Sean Peyton says Davenport is doing fine and is expected to get more playing time in practice. Peyton isn’t sure if Davenport will play tomorrow night against Arizona. He has not taken a snap in practice in two weeks. Tomorrow night’s game kicks off at 7p.m. at the Superdome.

The first medical pot is on track to be planted Friday after a successful meeting between the Ag Department, the LSU Ag Center, and GB Sciences, gave the green light for GB to start the process of growing the medicinal marijuana. It’s a temporary go ahead for GB, who provides the plants for LSU. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the grower is prepping to begin growing, but they aren’t starting from the place you might expect.

Cut 4 (06) “tissue culture”

A former St. Tammany Parish Deputy has pleaded guilty to shaking down citizens for pot, not filing reports about the seizure, and later distributing it to his special someone. Kenneth Szalajeski will serve ten years in prison for the actions which happened of the course of five months. District Attorney Warren Montgomery says he’s plead guilty to two counts of Distribution, and…

Cut 13 (11) “engaged in.”

A new report from the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network has evaluated Louisiana in its fight against the disease.  Among the areas of concern, access to care, quality of life, and prevention.  ACS-CAN spokesperson Lance Barbour says the state has fallen short in the legislative efforts to combat second hand smoke.

Cut 6 (08) “…at this time.”

State Superintendent of Education John White says it’s time to start paying the state’s teachers more money. As a guest on Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster this morning, White discussed the recovery of the economy and increased stability in the budget, now is the time to make sure teacher’s pay is keeping up with competition in other states and other industries.  White says the message is very clear.

Cut 9 (07)  “…most in demand.”

State Superintendent of Education John White says it’s time to start paying the state’s teachers more money. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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A former St. Tammany Parish Deputy has pleaded guilty to shaking down citizens for pot. Kenneth Szalajeski will serve ten years in prison for the actions which happened of the course of five months. District Attorney Warren Montgomery says he was arrested last year after a narcotics investigation revealed…

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The first medical pot is on track to be planted Friday after a successful meeting between the Ag Department, the LSU Ag Center, and GB Sciences, gave the green light for GB to start the process of growing the medicinal marijuana. It’s a temporary go ahead for GB, who provides the plants for LSU. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says the facility and GB Sciences still have some hurdles to clear for permanent authorization. He says they’ll need to discover whether or not pesticides will be necessary for the growth of the treatment.

Cut 5 (08)  “ is used” 

A new report from the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network has evaluated Louisiana in its fight against the disease.  Among the areas of concern, access to care, quality of life, and prevention.  ACS-CAN spokesperson Lance Barbour says an area where the state excels is reducing the risks associated with tanning beds in youth.

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