Mayor of Deridder, 42-year-old Misty Roberts resigned Saturday and was arrested today charged with 3^rd Degree Rape and Contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. State police took over the investigation from the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office when they received a complaint. State Police Sgt Ross Brennan says, the LSP Special Victim’s Unit is investigating the case and says if you believe a child, or anyone is being victimized, to speak up and notify law enforcement.

Cut  13 (12) “…investigating.” 

Roberts was booked into the Beauregard Parish Detention Center; her bond is $75,000. Her attorney, Adam Johnson, says his client maintains her innocence, she’s grateful for the support she’s receiving from family and friends, and she looks forward to putting this unfortunate situation behind her.

At the National Lt. Governor’s Conference, they’re learning how to prepare if they suddenly must become governor. Brooke Thorington has more from Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser.

Cut 1 (33) …I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Over the next seven days there is a 70% chance a tropical system will see further development. It’s not expected to reach the Western Gulf but chances are Louisiana will be hit with at least one other named storm this season. State Climatologist Barry Keim encourages coastal residents to follow evacuation instructions and inland residents to plan for power outages. Above all, he says, start preparing now.

Cut 11 (12) ” …chips are down.”

At the National Lt. Governor’s Conference, they’re learning how to prepare if they suddenly must become governor. Brooke Thorington has more from Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser.

Cut 1 (33) …I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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August is set to be the second-busiest month in an above-average Atlantic hurricane season. Mel Bridges has the details.

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

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Southwest Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has been appointed to the bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Congressman Garret Graves says Higgins, a fellow Republican, is known for his strong conservative views and that he’ll play a key role in the inquiry and it’s vital the task force is bipartisan.

Cut 3 (05) “…Democrat lens.”

While details of the case remain limited, Graves says the task force is expected to work closely with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and provide comprehensive findings.

Cut 4 (07) “…Senate.”

The outcome of this probe could have significant implications for security measures surrounding former presidents and high-profile political figures in the future. Graves says this can’t happen again…

Cut 5 (05)  “…the United States.”

The task force will release its final report by December 31.

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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser has been in Detroit this week sharing ideas with his counterparts from other states at the National Lt Governor’s Conference. He says he looks forward to catching up with old friends and making new ones at the bipartisan gathering, And while they might differ when it comes to politics…

Cut 6 (07) “…everyone else.”

Among the ideas they share are how to improve education, cyber security, and healthcare. Nungesser says the idea to move Keep Louisiana Beautiful under the umbrella of his office came from Tennessee and other states who’ve been successful in cleaning up their roadways.

Cut 7 (10) “…profitable.”

Among the ideas, he’s sharing with other states is to get them on board with supporting an inspection fee on imported seafood. And he’s also lobbying to bring the conference to New Orleans in the future.

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Colorado State University meteorologists predict 22 more named storms, 11 more hurricanes, and 5 more major hurricanes in the Atlantic, and LSU climatologist Barry Keim says Louisiana could easily see at least one of those storms as we head into the peak of hurricane season.

Cut 9 (12) “…hit later.”

Keim says June was an incredibly busy month for hurricanes, including the earliest ever Category 5. However, July saw no storms until the very end of the month, which Keim says is due to the Saharan Air Layer passing through.

Cut 10 (11) “…storms form.”

Though the Atlantic hurricane season doesn’t account for individual regions, chances are Louisiana will be hit with at least one other named storm this season. Keim encourages coastal residents to follow evacuation instructions and inland residents to plan for power outages. Above all, he says, start preparing now.

Cut 11 (12) ” …chips are down.”

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After resigning last week as Mayor of Deridder, 42-year-old Misty Roberts was arrested today and charged with 3^rd Degree Rape and Contributing to the delinquency of juveniles.  State Police Sgt Ross Brennan says when the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office received the complaint, they were asked to take over the investigation.

Cut 12 (11) “…as Mayor.”

The LSP Special Victim’s Unit is investigating the case and Brennan says if you believe someone or a child is being victimized to speak up and notify law enforcement.

Cut  13 (12) “…investigating.” 

Roberts was booked into the Beauregard Parish Detention Center; her bond is $75,000.

Adam Johnson, Roberts’ attorney, released a statement that his client maintains her innocence, she’s grateful for the support she’s receiving from family and friends and she looks forward to putting this unfortunate situation behind her.

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After resigning last week as Mayor of Deridder, 42-year-old Misty Roberts was arrested today and charged with 3^rd Degree Rape and Contributing to the delinquency of juveniles.  State Police Sgt Ross Brennan says when the Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office received the complaint, they were asked to take over the investigation.

Cut 12 (11) “…as Mayor.”

Adam Johnson, Roberts’ attorney, released a statement that his client maintains her innocence, she’s grateful for the support she’s receiving from family and friends and she looks forward to putting this unfortunate situation behind her.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser has been in Detroit this week sharing ideas with his counterparts from other states at the National Lt Governor’s Conference. He says he looks forward to catching up with old friends and making new ones at the bipartisan gathering, And while they might differ when it comes to politics…

Cut 6 (07) “…everyone else.”

Southwest Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has been appointed to the bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Congressman Garret Graves says Higgins, a fellow Republican, is known for his strong conservative views and that he’ll play a key role in the inquiry and it’s vital the task force is bipartisan.

Cut 3 (05) “…Democrat lens.”

Colorado State University meteorologists predict 22 more named storms, 11 more hurricanes, and 5 more major hurricanes in the Atlantic, and LSU climatologist Barry Keim says Louisiana could easily see at least one of those storms as we head into the peak of hurricane season.

Cut 9 (12) “…hit later.”

Now Former Deridder mayor, Misty Clanton Roberts, is facing rape charges. She was arrested this morning after an investigation by Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office. The investigation has been turned over to Louisiana State Police. She’s accused of third-degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. On Friday, 42-year-old Roberts said she would be out for two weeks as she appointed Fire Chief Ken Harlow to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. She then resigned on Saturday.

The bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump will release its final report by December 31. The outcome of this probe could have significant implications for security measures surrounding former presidents and high-profile political figures in the future. Congressman Garret Graves says this can’t happen again…

Cut 5 (05)  “…the United States.”

Graves says the task force is expected to work closely with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and provide comprehensive findings.

August is set to be the second-busiest month in an above-average Atlantic hurricane season. Mel Bridges has the details.

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

Former LSU beach volleyball standouts Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss continue their Olympic run today against China. While most US teams are based in California, Kloth and Nuss chose to stay and train in Baton Rouge after playing together at LSU.  Tigers beach volleyball coach says local club Mangos hosts watch parties for their matches…

Cut 12 (10) “…just a lot of fun.”

The pair will take the court at 3 P.M.

The mayor of Deridder resigned Saturday and was arrested on rape charges this morning. Misty Clanton Roberts is facing charges of third-degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles. The Beauregard Parish Sheriff’s Office has not yet released details of their investigation but Friday, Roberts appointed Fire chief Ken Harlow to serve as mayor pro tem saying she would be away for two week. She then resigned the next day.

Southwest Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has been appointed to the bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. While details of the attempt remain limited Congressman Garret Graves says, the task force is expected to work closely with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and provide comprehensive findings.

Cut 4 (07) “…Senate.”

The task force will release its final report by December 31.

At the National Lt. Governor’s Conference, they’re learning how to prepare if they suddenly must become governor. Brooke Thorington has more from Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser.

Cut 1 (33) …I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Southwest Louisiana Congressman Clay Higgins has been appointed to the bipartisan task force investigating the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Congressman Garret Graves says Higgins, a fellow Republican, will play a key role in the inquiry and it’s vital the task force is bipartisan.

Cut 3 (05) “…Democrat lens.”

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser has been in Detroit this week sharing ideas with his counterparts from other states at the National Lt Governor’s Conference. Among the ideas they share are how to improve education, cyber security, and healthcare. Nungesser says the idea to move Keep Louisiana Beautiful under the umbrella of his office came from Tennessee and other states who’ve been successful in cleaning up their roadways.

Cut 7 (10) “…profitable.”

Two LSU alumni are going for gold in Paris in beach volleyball. Russell Brock, who coached Team USA’s Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth when they played beach volleyball at LSU, says anyone who knows the pair isn’t surprised they’re doing well on and off the court.

Cut 10 (09) “…last few years.”

Nuss and Kloth are 2-0 entering their final match of pool play against China with a win securing 1st in their pool. The match starts at 3pm.

At 1pm the Greater New Orleans Little League team will take to the diamond in Waco, Texas in the Southwest Region of the Little League World Series. Coach Derek Anderson says since they’re facing teams, they haven’t played in the regular season he has this advice for his players…

Cut 15 (08)  “…chances.

They’ll play Oklahoma today at 1 pm and you can watch that game on ESPN+

An infant died in Baton Rouge this week after being accidentally left in a hot car. Director of child safety group Kids & Car Safety Amber Rollins reminds parents to take hot car safety seriously because some believe they could never forget their child…

Cut 7 (07) “…seriously.”

You can find more information about how to keep your child safe in cars at kidsandcars.org.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser has been in Detroit this week sharing ideas with his counterparts from other states at the National Lt Governor’s Conference. He says he looks forward to catching up with old friends and making new ones at the bipartisan gathering, And while they might differ when it comes to politics…

Cut 6 (08) “…everyone else.”

He’s also trying to bring the conference back to New Orleans.

Two LSU alumni are going for gold today in beach volleyball.

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Mel Bridges.” 

The Greater New Orleans Little League team plays at 1pm in the Southwest Region of the Little League World Series and Coach Derek Anderson says his players are looking forward to getting some screen time.

Cut 14 (10)  “…biggest thing,”

This will also be the first-year managers will have microphones in the dugout.

A Baton Rouge infant has become the 17^th infant who’s died after being left in a hot car this year. It happened on Tuesday. Amber Rollins, Director of child safety group Kids & Car Safety says changes in routine are the number one contributor to forgetting kids in the back seat and encourages parents to remind themselves, like putting a stuffed animal in the passenger seat.

Cut 9 (09)  “…in the backseat.

Two LSU alumni are going for Olympic gold today in Paris. Team USA’s Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth are 2 and ) entering their final match against China.  Russell Brock, who coached the duo at LSU says beach volleyball has become more popular in recent years and that watching a local pair dominate in the Olympics makes it a little more special.

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This afternoon the Greater New Orleans Little League team will take to the diamond in Waco, Texas in the Southwest Region of the Little League World Series. Coach Derek Anderson says it’s the first time GNO Little League has partnered with Jefferson Parish Parks and Rec, And when asked what his players are looking forward to the most about making it to regionals in Waco…

Cut 14 (10)  “…biggest thing,”

New Absentee Voting laws for Louisiana go into effect today. Joel Watson with the Secretary of State Office says one of them prevents the harvesting of ballots. Watson says no person, except for an immediate family member can distribute an absentee application to any person who has not requested one.

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A Baton Rouge infant has died after being left in a hot car all day Tuesday. According to the National Safety Council, this is the 17th infant who has died after being left in a hot car this year. Director of child safety group Kids & Car Safety Amber Rollins expects that number to increase as summer continues. She encourages parents to take hot car safety seriously even if they don’t think they need to.

Cut 8 (10) “…forget them?”

New Absentee Voting laws for Louisiana go into effect today. Joel Watson with the Secretary of State Office says one of these laws prevents a person from helping more than one person, who isn’t immediate family, with their absentee ballot. It’s because when you’re helping someone with the process, you could have undue influence on their vote.

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Two LSU alumni are going for Olympic gold today in beach volleyball. Team USA’s Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth have gained notoriety on and off the Olympic court as a duo perfectly balancing confidence and humility. Russell Brock, who coached them both when they played at LSU, expects they’ll bring that grace and momentum into the Olympic finals.

Cut 11 (12) “…just fun to watch.”

The LSU football team begins practice today. The Tigers were picked to finish 5^th in the SEC preseason poll. Head coach Brian Kelly though is praising his offence led by what he calls the best o-line in the country.

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