A new survey shows most Louisianians support expanding both fossil fuels and renewable energy. Mel Bridges has the story.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Mel Bridges.”

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Louisiana has the second biggest debt delinquency problem in the nation. Mel Bridges has more.

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Two girls who were reported missing after their mother was found dead in their Loranger home Thursday morning, were later found in Jackson, Mississippi and only one of them is returning home. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 3 (43) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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A new survey shows 75% of Louisianians support more offshore oil and gas drilling in the state, but 72% support the expansion of solar panel farms. Dr. Michael Henderson, who led the 2024 Louisiana Survey, says the survey shows a split about environmental issues among state residents…

Cut 4 (10) “…both sides.”

For instance, 49% of Louisianians support prioritizing renewable energy sources, but 47% want to prioritize producing oil, coal, and natural gas. This is the first Louisiana Survey with a dedicated environmental section, though past surveys asked some related questions. Henderson says he’s glad they were able to make it happen this year, since…

Cut 5 (10) “…do this.”

The survey found 76% of state residents said climate change played a role in severe weather they experienced last year, but they’re conflicted on how to best tackle it. Henderson says policymakers looking to use this data should take away more than just individual statistics…

Cut 6 (08) “…issues.”

The survey report can be found on the LSU Reilly Center for Media and Public Affairs website.

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Louisiana has the second biggest debt delinquency problem in the nation, with personal finance website WalletHub finding 12% of state debt tradelines were paid late in the first quarter of 2024. Analyst Cassandra Happe (Happy) says it’s likely not as easy as just paying back the loan for most delinquent Louisianians.

Cut 7 (09) “…on hold.”

10% of Louisiana loan balances were delinquent in quarter 1 of 2024. Happe says while it’s easy to consider delinquency a personal problem, it has far-reaching economic effects. For instance, delinquency affects creditors who rely on loans for income.

Cut 8 (07) “…like that.” 

Some types of debt have a 30-day window to make payments before they’re officially marked as late. Happe says if you find yourself unable to pay back your loans, the best thing to do is talk to your creditor about what options you have, including…

Cut 9 (08)  “…in Louisiana.”

Debt delinquency can lead to fees, credit score damage, increased interest rates, and more.

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While Governor Jeff Landry accomplished many of his goals in the first regular legislative session of his term, he was not able to gain enough support for the constitutional convention he wanted. The push for a convention is expected to continue and political analyst, Bernie Pinsonat says it wasn’t without support…

Cut 10 (09) “…hear it.”

Pinsonat believes if Landry wants a constitutional convention, he will have to travel the state and take his case to the citizens of Louisiana before he takes his request back to the Senate…

Cut 11 (10) “…fixing problems.”

An August session would be possible, but Pinsonat says the only way he believes it would happen is if the Governor can drum up enough public support to pressure the Senate to go along with the House and call the convention.

Cut 12 (10) “…regular session.” 

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A tragic ending to the search for two young girls from Loranger, who were discovered missing when their mother 35-year-old Callie Brunett was found deceased in their home Thursday morning. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office Chief Jimmy Travis describes what happened when law enforcement located Daniel Callahan in Jackson, Mississippi.

Cut 13 (12)  “…located.”

The victim was three years old; she would have turned four in October.

Travis told reporters they believe the mother, was killed on Tuesday. Callahan then took her car and fled with her daughters. Callie Brunett’s parents reported her missing late Wednesday night, and her father found her body inside her home around 8 a.m. Thursday.

The car was spotted on camera in McComb, Mississippi, Thursday morning. In Jackson law enforcement were suspicious when they saw Callaghan pulling on doors in a neighborhood. Once they chased him down on foot, he took them to the car where they found six-year-old Erin Brunett alive. Callahan then led them to the body of three-year-old Jalie Brunett.

Travis says Callahan is not the father of the two girls, but he dated the mother off and on.  While a motive has not been released, Travis hopes they’ll find out more once they can question him.

Cut 14 (05)  “…down in it.”

Travis asked for prayers for the family and said he couldn’t imagine the trauma six-year-old Erin had been through.

Cut 15 (09)  “…is horrific.”

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The Saints concluded mandatory veteran minicamp yesterday and will be on break until training camp begins July 24. One of the biggest stories from the three days of practice was the sharp performance of quarterback Derek Carr and the offense under new coordinator Klint Kubiak. Kubiak says Carr has learned quickly…

Cut 16 (18) “…not satisfied.” 

If Kubiak and Carr hope to find success in their first year together, third-year wide receiver Chris Olave will surely play a big role. The former first-round pick caught 87 basses for over 1,000 yards and five touchdowns last season and Kubiak says his staff will lean into his strengths and expects him to contribute in every part of the offense…

Cut 17 (20) “…the wide-outs.”

The Saints will also rely on their defense which finished 2023 ranked sixth in points allowed. With the return of cornerback Marshon Lattimore and key offseason additions, Kubiak says Allen’s defense is as tough as ever…

Cut 18 (16)  “…us better.”

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Cut 19 (18) “…some power.” 

Cut 20 (22) “…overcome that.”

The Saints wrapped up their three-day mandatory minicamp today, but running back Alvin Kamara left early due to ongoing contract disputes. The soon-to-be 29-year-old is entering what is effectively the final year of his current deal, and extension talks have stalled. Kamara just saw the 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey sign a two-year extension earlier this month but the team is hesitant to commit to the aging back whose production has decreased in recent years.

Also absent from practice was starting tight end Juwan Johnson. Johnson is scheduled to undergo foot surgery next week which will leave him sidelined for significant time into training camp.

Three LSU baseball players received All-American Honors from the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. Third Baseman Tommy White, right-handed pitcher Luke Holman, and left-handed pitcher Griffin Herring were all named to the Second-Team All-America squad. The trio was also joined by first baseman Jared Jones on the 20224 American Baseball Coaches Association All-South region first team. Second baseman Steven Milam, designated hitter Hayden Travinsky, and left-handed pitcher Gage Jump were named to the second-team.

LSU Baseball Head Coach Jay Johnson has already begun rebuilding his roster after losing nine players to the transfer portal so far with more expected to depart in the MLB draft. The Tigers will have to rely on bringing in transfers including junior college talent. Outfielder Tanner Reaves of Blinn College denied a scholarship from LSU for the 2024 season after hitting 20 homers his freshman season. A year later, Johnson says he’s ready to finally bring the versatile slugger to Baton Rouge…

Cut 17 (17) “…been committed.”

Reaves will join four other JUCO commits expected to join the Tigers next season.

The Pelicans announced their 2024 preseason schedule. Play will tip off in New Orleans October 7 against the Magic before heading to Orlando. The Pels will stay on the road as they visit the Heat the 13th and Rockets the 15th to close out preseason play.

A tragic ending to the Amber Alert search for two young girls from Loranger, who were discovered missing when their mother 35-year-old Callie Brunett was found deceased this morning. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office Chief Jimmy Travis describes what happened when law enforcement located Daniel Callahan in Jackson, Mississippi this afternoon.

Cut 12 (13) “…located.”

The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans says community members could refrigerate medicine, shelter from a storm, and avoid heatstroke in the lighthouses. Though only six lighthouses are in operation now, Carter says more will be up in no time at all.

cut 5 (07) “…season.”

Even though LSU isn’t in the College World Series, fans can still participate in the Jell-O Shot Challenge remotely.

cut 2 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan. Because only 34-percent of students are proficient in math and only 44-percent are proficient in English, BESE President Ronnie Morris says these are the core fundamentals that schools can focus on to improve graduates’ readiness. 

cut 8 (08) “…for success.”

A tragic ending to an Amber Alert that was issued earlier today, the man who kidnapped two young girls this morning from Loranger has been arrested in Jackson, Mississippi. The Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office says Daniel Callahan is believed to have killed the girls’ mother, 35-year-old Callie Brunett, with whom he was in a relationship and her four-year-old daughter, Erin Brunette. Authorities say Callahan led officers to his car, where 6-year-old Jalie Brunnett was found alive, and then to the body of 4-year-old.

The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost 4 million dollars to the project last year, says the lighthouses will be more than just a place to charge phones, as they will also provide air conditioning and fresh food and water in the event of a community power outage.

cut 4 (09) “…lives.”

To see a full map of the pilot proposal, visit togethernola.org/clhproject.

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students called the “Grow. Achieve.Thrive” plan, set to start in the 2025-26 school year.

cut 1 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Even though the LSU Baseball team lost their shot at the College World Series this year, Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina Manager Pat McAvoy says they know the fanbase will still rise to the occasion in the CWS Jell-O Shot Challenge to support the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank…

cut 10 (07) “…already.”

An Amber Alert has been issued for two missing girls. Authorities say 3-year-old Erin Brunett and 6-year-old Jalie Brunett were abducted Thursday morning during a domestic violence incident in which authorities say their mother, 35-year-old Callie Brunett, was “brutally murdered.” Louisiana State Police issued the Amber Alert on behalf of the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. Trooper William Huggins…

cut 14 (08) “…State Police.”

An unknown white male is wanted for questioning. He’s believed to be driving a black 2012 Chrysler 200 with a Louisiana license plate reading 859GML and missing the hubcap on the back right tire with possible damage to the rear of the vehicle.

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan. BESE President Ronnie Morris says the plan will help set an expectation that high school graduates are ready for their next step in life…

cut 6 (11) “…build on.”

The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost $4 million to the project last year, says the lighthouses will be a safe space during an emergency.

cut 3 (05) “…power outages.”

The pilot proposal calls for 24 lighthouses across the state. 16 of them will be in New Orleans and the others in Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Jefferson, Rapides, St. Bernard, St. John and Terrebonne Parishes.

Even though the LSU Baseball team lost their shot at the College World Series this year, Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina Manager Pat McAvoy says they know the fanbase will still rise to the occasion in the CWS Jell-O Shot Challenge…

cut 11 (08) “…we can.”

An Amber Alert has been issued for two missing girls whose mother was found murdered inside their home. Trooper William Huggins with State Police says the two girls were abducted from a home in Loranger before 8 AM this morning. LSP issued the Amber Alert on behalf of the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Cut 12 (11) “…fifty-eight pounds.” 

An unknown white male is wanted for questioning for the domestic incident and the abduction. Huggins says he’s believed to be driving a black 2012 Chrysler 200 with a missing back right hubcap. Louisiana license plate 859 GML.

BESE approves a new performance plan “Grow.Achieve.Thrive”. BESE President Ronnie Morris says the new system also allows schools to build relationships with businesses and community partners to provide internships for students.

Cut 7 (09) “…so forth.”  

Even though LSU isn’t in the College World Series, fans can still participate in the Jell-o Shot Challenge remotely. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

The Community Lighthouse Project that provides solar powered refuge during power outages is set to open more facilities. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost 4 million dollars to the project last year, says community members could refrigerate medicine, shelter from a storm, and avoid heatstroke.  There are currently six lighthouses, and more are in the works…

Cut 5 (07)  “…season.”

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BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan and it will start in the 2025-2026 school year. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Even though LSU isn’t in the College World Series, fans can still participate in the Jell-o Shot Challenge remotely. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost 4 million dollars to the project last year, says the lighthouses will be a safe space during an emergency.

Cut 3 (04) “…power outages.” 

Carter says the lighthouses will be more than just a place to charge phones, as they will also provide air conditioning and fresh food and water in the event of a community power outage.

Cut 4 (09) “…lives.” 

Carter says community members could refrigerate medicine, shelter from a storm, and avoid heatstroke in the lighthouses. Though only six lighthouses are in operation now, Carter says more will be up in no time at all.

Cut 5 (07)  “…season.”

The pilot proposal calls for 24 lighthouses across the state, 16 in New Orleans and others in Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Jefferson, Rapides, St. Bernard, St. John, and Terrebonne Parishes. To see a full map, visit togethernola.org/clhproject.

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BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan. BESE President Ronnie Morris says the plan will help set an expectation that high school graduates are ready for their next step in life…

Cut 6  (11) “…build on. ” 

Morris says the revised system will utilize a 100-point grading scale, raise the bar for student outcomes, and place an emphasis on career and college readiness. Morris says the new system also allows schools to build relationships with businesses and community partners to provide internships for students.

Cut 7 (09) “…so forth.”  

Morris says students will have opportunities for paid internships while still in school

Because only 34-percent of students are proficient in math and only 44-percent are proficient in English, Morris says these are the core fundamentals that schools can focus on to improve graduates’ readiness.

Cut 8 (08)  “…for success.” 

The plan will go into effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

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This time last year in Omaha LSU baseball fans also showed up for the College World Series Jell-o Shot Challenge. Last year the Purple and Gold faithful far and away won the title with 68,888 shots. Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina Manager Pat McAvoy says while they are missing Tigers fans this year…

Cut 9 (12) “…meals.” 

McAvoy says they’ve partnered with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank again…

Cut 10 (07) “…already.”

Even though the Tigers lost their shot at the College World Series this year, McAvoy says they know the fanbase will still rise to the occasion….

Cut 11 (08) ” …we can.”

You can find the QR code to donate, at Louisiana-Radio-Network.com or on our social media pages or follow the CWS Jell-o Shot Challenge on Twitter.

*Before the actual shot Challenge started at 9 am this morning, LSU had donated $2,500 to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

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An Amber Alert has been issued for two missing girls whose mother was found murdered inside their home. Trooper William Huggins with State Police says the two girls were abducted from a home in Loranger before 8 AM this morning. LSP issued the Amber Alert on behalf of the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Cut 12 (11) “…fifty-eight pounds.” 

An unknown white male is wanted for questioning for the domestic incident and the abduction. Huggins says he’s believed to be driving a black 2012 Chrysler 200….

Cut 13 (12) “…that vehicle.” 

That Tag Number again is Louisiana 859 GML.

According to Sheriff Daniel Edwards, the homicide happened at a home on North Cooper Road in Loranger. Detectives found 35-year-old Callie Brunette dead inside that home, some 24 hours later after she was reported missing. According to deputies, Brunett’s two children were not in the home. Also missing is Brunett’s car.

Huggins says they only issued Amber Alerts in desperate situations.

Cut  14 (00) “..State Police.” 

You’re asked to call 911 or the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office at 985-747-9696.

A mother was found slain and an Amber Alert has been issued for two young girls missing from Loranger. Authorities say 4-year-old Erin Brunett and 6-year-old Jalie Brunett were abducted before eight o’clock Thursday morning during a domestic violence incident in which authorities say their mother 35-year-old Callie Brunett was “brutally murdered” in her home in the 56000 block of  N. Cooper Road. Tangipahoa sheriff’s office is looking for an unknown white male driving a black 2012 Chrysler 200 with a Louisiana license plate bearing 859GML and missing the hubcap on the back right tire with possible damage to the rear of the vehicle. He is believed to be armed and dangerous. If you see them call 911. If you have information call the Tangipahoa Parish

The Community Lighthouse Project that provides solar powered refuge during power outages is set to open more facilities across Louisiana and just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans…

Cut 4 (09) “…lives.” 

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan and it will start in the 2025-2026 school year. BrookeThorington has more.

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

This time last year in Omaha LSU baseball fans also showed up for the CWS Jell-o Shot Challenge. Last year the Purple and Gold faithful far and away won the title. Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina Manager Pat McAvoy says while they are missing Tigers fans this year…

Cut 9 (08) “…food bank.” 

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan and it will start in the 2025-2026 school year. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Even though LSU isn’t in the College World Series, fans can still participate in the Jell-o Shot Challenge remotely. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost 4 million dollars to the project last year, says the lighthouses will be a safe space during an emergency.

Cut 3 (04) “…power outages.” 

Carter says the lighthouses will be more than just a place to charge phones, as they will also provide air conditioning and fresh food and water in the event of a community power outage.

Cut 4 (09) “…lives.” 

Carter says community members could refrigerate medicine, shelter from a storm, and avoid heatstroke in the lighthouses. Though only six lighthouses are in operation now, Carter says more will be up in no time at all.

Cut 5 (07)  “…season.”

The pilot proposal calls for 24 lighthouses across the state, 16 in New Orleans and others in Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Jefferson, Rapides, St. Bernard, St. John, and Terrebonne Parishes. To see a full map, visit togethernola.org/clhproject.

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BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students, it’s called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan. BESE President Ronnie Morris says the plan will help set an expectation that high school graduates are ready for their next step in life…

Cut 6  (11) “…build on. ” 

Morris says the revised system will utilize a 100-point grading scale, raise the bar for student outcomes, and place an emphasis on career and college readiness. Morris says the new system also allows schools to build relationships with businesses and community partners to provide internships for students.

Cut 7 (09) “…so forth.”  

Morris says students will have opportunities for paid internships while still in school

Because only 34-percent of students are proficient in math and only 44-percent are proficient in English, Morris says these are the core fundamentals that schools can focus on to improve graduates’ readiness.

Cut 8 (08)  “…for success.” 

The plan will go into effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

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This time last year in Omaha LSU baseball fans also showed up for the College World Series Jell-o Shot Challenge. Last year the Purple and Gold faithful far and away won the title with 68,888 shots. Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina Manager Pat McAvoy says while they are missing Tigers fans this year…

Cut 9 (12) “…meals.” 

McAvoy says they’ve partnered with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank again…

Cut 10 (07) “…already.”

Even though the Tigers lost their shot at the College World Series this year, McAvoy says they know the fanbase will still rise to the occasion….

Cut 11 (08) ” …we can.”

You can find the QR code to donate, at Louisiana-Radio-Network.com or on our social media pages or follow the CWS Jell-o Shot Challenge on Twitter.

*Before the actual shot Challenge started at 9 am this morning, LSU had donated $2,500 to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

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Cut 12 (11) “…the first year.” 

Cut 13 (09) “…pretty notable.” 

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Cut  14 (12) “..already won.” 

Cut 15 (10) “…keep working.

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Cut  16 (14)   “…tell his story.”

BESE approves a new performance plan for schools and students called the “Grow.Achieve.Thrive” plan. BESE President Ronnie Morris says the plan will help set an expectation that high school graduates are ready for their next step in life…

Cut 6  (11) “…build on. ” 

The plan will go into effect for the 2025-2026 school year.

The Community Lighthouse Project is set to open more facilities across Louisiana just in time for hurricane season. Representative Troy Carter of New Orleans, who donated almost 4 million dollars to the project last year, says the lighthouses will be a safe space during an emergency.

Cut 3 (05) “…power outages.” 

The pilot proposal calls for 24 lighthouses across the state. 16 of them will be in New Orleans and others in Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Jefferson, Rapides, St. Bernard, St. John, and Terrebonne Parishes.

Even though Tiger Fans aren’t defending their College World Series Jello Shot Championship they can still do so remotely. Brooke Thorington explains.

Cut 24 (31) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”