The UL Lafayette Alumni Association is working to help students who left before completing their degree programs come back and finish them. Association CEO Amy Armstrong says the Comeback Scholarship offers up to two-thousand dollars over two semesters to eligible students who re-enroll.

Cut 4 (10) “…goals as well.”

Applicants must have been previously enrolled in a degree program at the university, earned at least 60 credit hours, and meet re-entry admission requirements. Funding comes from UL vanity license plates sold in the state where the school receives 100-dollars per plate.

Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu, and it’s causing an increase in deaths among birds. Dr. Rusty Berry, the assistant state wildlife veterinarian at the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, says if you come across a dead bird, the best thing to do is not to touch it.

Cut 14 (05) “…a call first.”

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families dealing with soaring flood insurance costs. Along with New Jersey Democrat Cory Booker, Cassidy has introduced the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act, which would provide low and middle-income families with an up-front tax credit of up to 33-percent.

Cut 8 (07) “…place to start.”

The Prep Classic state football championships begin tomorrow at the Superdome. Three games are on the slate for tomorrow, including Haynesville and South Plaquemines. Haynesville has not won a state title since 2014 and head coach David Franklin is excited to have another chance at winning a title…

Cut 10 (12) “…doing that.”

Vermillion Catholic and Oachita (WASH-uh-tuh) Christian start the day’s activities, and St. James and Sterllington wrap them up.

Along with New Jersey Democrat Cory Booker, Senator Bill Cassidy introduces the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act. Cassidy says it would be a refundable tax credit of up to 33-percent of the premium for low and middle-income families.

Cut 7 (10) “…their flood insurance.”

The UL Lafayette Alumni Association introduces the Comeback Scholarship to support re-entry students who left before earning their degrees.  Alumni Association CEO Amy Armstrong says funding comes from UL vanity license plates sold in the state where the school receives 100-dollars per plate.

Cut 3 (13) “…online or in-person” 

The scholarship offers up to $2,000 over two semesters to eligible students who re-enroll at UL Lafayette.

Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The Haynesville Golden Tornado head to the Prep Classic seeking their 18th state championship in school history – and their first in ten years – as they face South Plaquemines tomorrow afternoon in the Caesars Superdome. Haynesville coach David Franklin says South Plaq has a lot of team speed…

Cut 9 (05)  “…well coached,”

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families with soaring flood insurance costs. The Republican, along with New Jersey Democrat Cory Booker, has introduced the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act.

Cut 6 (13) “…flood insurance premiums.”

Cassidy said this is merely the first step.

Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu, and it’s causing an increase in deaths among birds. Dr. Rusty Berry, the assistant state wildlife veterinarian at the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, says while Bird Flu activity typically increases this time of year, this year it’s different.

Cut 12 (11) “…across the state.”

Berry says if you come across a dead bird, the best thing to do is not to touch it.

The UL Lafayette Alumni Association has introduced the Comeback Scholarship to support re-entry students who left before earning their degrees.  Alumni Association CEO Amy Armstrong says initially 50 scholarships were planned on being awarded, but now UL is accepting donations so that they can increase the number of awards.

Cut 5 (10) “…even more.”

The Prep Classic football title games get underway tomorrow. Among the matchups is Haynesville against South Plaquemines. South Plaquemines is in the state championship game for the first time in 15 years. Senior running back Jy’Heim Williams, who’s averaging 10 yards a carry, is looking forward to the matchup against Haynesvillle…

Cut 11 (12) “…long game” .

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to make flood insurance more affordable. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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UL Lafayette Alumni Association has introduced the Comeback Scholarship to support re-entry students who left before earning their degrees.  Alumni Association CEO Amy Armstrong says funding comes from UL vanity license plates sold in the state where the school receives 100-dollars per plate.

Cut 3 (13) “…online or in-person.”

The scholarship offers up to $2,000 over two semesters to eligible students who re-enroll at UL Lafayette. Applicants must have been previously enrolled in a degree program at the university, earned at least 60 credit hours, and meet re-entry admission requirements. Armstrong emphasizes the scholarship’s potential to benefit individuals, communities, and the state.

Cut 4 (10) “…goals as well.”

Armstrong says initially 50 scholarships were planned on being awarded but now UL is accepting donations for the scholarship and are expected to increase.

Cut 5 (10) “…even more.”

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Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families with soaring flood insurance costs. The Republican, along with New Jersey Democratic Senator Cory Booker, has introduced the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act.

Cut 6 (13) “…flood insurance premiums.” (33% refundable tax credit for low and middle-income families)

Cassidy says this tax credit would be paid in advance.

Cut 7 (10) “…their flood insurance.”

Cassidy said the flood insurance system is broken, and this is merely the first step.

Cut 8 (07) “…place to start.”

Cassidy said this tax credit would not only benefit current flood insurance policyholders, but it would also encourage others to enroll in the program.

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The Haynesville Golden Tornado heads to the Prep Classic seeking its 18^th state championship in school history as they will face South Plaquemines on Thursday afternoon in the Caesars Superdome. Haynesville coach David Franklin says South Plaq has a lot of team speed…

Cut 9 (05)  “…well coached,”

Haynesville lost in last year’s Division Four non-select title game to Oak Grove. The Golden Tornado has not won a state title since 2014 and Franklin is excited to have another chance at winning a title…

Cut 10 (12) “…doing that.”

South Plaquemines is in the state championship game for the first time in 15 years. The Hurricanes are led by senior running back Jy’Heim Williams, who is averaging 10 yards a carry. Williams is looking forward to the matchup against Haynesvillle…

Cut 11 (12) “…long game.”

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Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu, and it’s causing an increase in deaths among birds. Dr. Rusty Berry, the assistant state wildlife veterinarian at the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, says while Bird Flu activity typically increases this time of year, this year it’s different.

Cut 12 (11) “…across the state.”

Dr. Berry says dead birds are being brought in for testing.

Cut 13 (12)  “…make birds sick.”

Berry says Bird Flu poses very minimal risk to humans. Still, he says if you come across a dead bird, the best thing to do is not to touch it.

Cut 14 (05) “…a call first.”

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families dealing with soaring flood insurance costs. Along with New Jersey Democrat Cory Booker, Cassidy has introduced the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act, which would provide low and middle-income families with an up-front tax credit of up to 33-percent.

Cut 8 (07) “…place to start.”

Louisiana is seeing an uptick in Bird Flu. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The UL Lafayette Alumni Association is working to help students who left before completing their degree programs come back and finish them. Association CEO Amy Armstrong says the Comeback Scholarship offers up to two-thousand dollars over two semesters to eligible students who re-enroll.

Cut 4 (10) “…goals as well.”

Applicants must have been previously enrolled in a degree program at the university, earned at least 60 credit hours, and meet re-entry admission requirements. Funding comes from UL vanity license plates sold in the state where the school receives 100-dollars per plate.

A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of an eight-year-old boy in what investigators in Baton Rouge describe as a targeted attack. 22-year-old Kendrick Profit faces charges of first degree murder of Diellon Daniels.  The investigation continues as the community mourns the loss of the young boy and seeks justice for the family impacted by this violent attack.  McKneely says if anyone has information on the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers.

Cut 15 (12) “…behind bars.”

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families with soaring flood insurance costs with a 33-percnet refundable tax credit for low and middle-income families that would be paid in advance.

Cut 7 (10) “…their flood insurance.”

UL Lafayette Alumni Association has introduced the Comeback Scholarship to support re-entry students who left before earning their degrees.  Alumni Association CEO Amy Armstrong says funding comes from UL vanity license plates sold in the state where the school receives 100-dollars per plate.

Cut 3 (13) “…online or in-person”

The Haynesville Golden Tornado heads to the Prep Classic seeking its 18^th state championship in school history as they will face South Plaquemines on Thursday afternoon in the Caesars Superdome. Haynesville lost in last year’s Division Four non-select title game to Oak Grove. The Golden Tornado has not won a state title since 2014 and Haynesville Head Coah David Franklin is excited to have another chance at winning a title…

Cut 10 (12) “…doing that.”

Senator Bill Cassidy is working to help families facing soaring flood insurance costs. The Republican, along with New Jersey Democrat Cory Booker, has introduced the Flood Insurance Affordability Tax Credit Act.

Cut 6 (13) “…flood insurance premiums.” 

Cassidy said this tax credit would not only benefit current flood insurance policyholders, but it would also encourage others to enroll in the program.

Cassidy is also speaking out about State Treasurer John Fleming launching a primary bid for his seat in 2026. Cassidy said he will run on his record, and that he is proud of it.

Cut 12 (12) “…take that blame (2x).” 

A man is arrested in connection with the murder of an eight-year-old boy in what investigators in Baton Rouge describe as a targeted attack. Sergeant L’Jean (“ell jeen”) McKneely says 22-year-old Kendrick Profit shot into a vehicle and killed Diellon (“dillon”) Daniels.

Cut 14 (13) “…accountable for their action.”

The pregnant mother driving the car was not hurt, but Diellon and her two other kids were hit. The shooting forced the mother into labor the next day.

The Haynesville Golden Tornado head to the Prep Classic seeking its 18th state championship in school history as they will face South Plaquemines tomorrow afternoon in the Caesars Superdome. Haynesville coach David Franklin says South Plaq has a lot of team speed…

Cut 9 (05)  “…well coached,”

The Golden Tornado have not won a state title since 2014.

Senator Bill Cassidy breaks his silence over an early primary challenge to his 2026 re-election bid. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Former state legislator and current New Orleans Councilwoman Helena Moreno has announced her candidacy for Mayor of New Orleans. She promises to be a 24-7 mayor that will work to bring safer neighborhoods and improved infrastructure. Current mayor LaToya Cantrell is term limited.

The American Tort Reform Association has ranked Louisiana as the 10^th worst Judicial Hellhole in the country. A-T-R-A president Tiger Joyce says Louisiana’s civil justice system allows for lawsuit abuse and large judgments that paralyze businesses. Joyce is disappointed Governor Landry vetoed a bill that would have revised the collateral source doctrine…

Cut 6 (08) “…vetoed that’

The Louisiana Legislature is expected to bring up that bill again next year.

A jaguar gave birth to a cub in the United States for the first time since 2022 and it happened at the Baton Rouge zoo. Zoo director Jim Fleshman says the cub’s arrival is especially significant given its mother’s previous experiences with stillborn litters.

Cut 8 (07) “…spit and vinegar.”

The public will not get a chance to see the baby jaguar cub for at least two months, but the Zoo is taking name recommendations on its Facebook page.

A new study ranks Louisiana as one of the top states for lawsuit abuse. Colleen Crain reports.

Cut 1 (33)“…I’m Colleen Crain.”

State Police say two pedestrians were struck and killed by two different vehicles as they were walking in the roadway on U-S Highway 84 near the 84 Quick Stop in Concordia Parish. 67-year-old Carleen Smith of Farmerville and Donnie Free of Ferriday died from their injuries. L-S-P continues to investigate.

When State Treasurer John Fleming announced his candidacy for U-S Senate,  Fleming said incumbent Bill Cassidy has failed the people of Louisiana. Cassidy responded to the comment during yesterday’s conference call with reporters…

Cut 12 (12) “…take that blame”

Fleming says Cassidy failed the people of Louisiana when he voted to convict Trump for inciting a riot on the U-S Capitol in January of 2021.

For the first time since 2022 a jaguar gave birth to a cub in the United States and it happened at the Baton Rouge Zoo. Director Jim Fleschman says This birth draws attention to the critical role zoos play in species conservation and the success of the Jaguar Species Survival Plan.

Cut 9 (07)  “…100 years.”

The public can recommend names for the cub on the Baton Rouge Zoo’s facebook page. The cub will make its public debut in the spring.