A Senate committee approves legislation that gives lawmakers the ability to remove judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct or incompetence. Monroe Senator Jay Morris says there have been too many instances, particularly in Orleans Parish, where repeat offenders are committing violent crimes.

Cut 7 (11) “…decisions they make.”

This is a proposed constitutional amendment, so it will need voter approval next April, if it receives two-thirds approval in both houses of the legislature. Sarah Whittington of the ACLU of Louisiana opposed the legislation, saying the state constitution already allows for the legislature to impeach a judge, but lawmakers have made no effort to do so.

Cut 8 (09) “…a case brought.”

Legislation continues to move through the state capitol that would allow for the Louisiana Wildlife Commission to establish rules and regulations for a recreational alligator hunting season. The Louisiana Senate unanimously approved the bill by Franklin Senator Robert Allain, who says the alligator population has become too large.

Cut 6 (07) “…of the road.”

Being able to legally carry guns on college campuses will have to wait at least another year. Oil City Representative Danny McCormick has withdrawn his bill that would have allowed anyone 18 or older to carry a gun on a public or private college or university campus. McCormick says he pulled his bill because those slated to testify in favor of it couldn’t.

Cut 13 (07)  “…to make it.”

McCormick says he’s willing to file the bill again next year – as long as a student is willing to speak in favor of it.

At LSU pro day, in front of NFL scouts, coaches and executives, quarterback Garrett Nussmeier looked like the Nussmeier from the 2024 season when he threw for four-thousand yards. Nussmeier was zipping the ball and completed 69 of his 72 passes. Nuss was hampered by an abdomen injury last season, suffered on the second day of training camp. His injury contributed to an underwhelming performance on offense and it also hurt his draft stock. The Lake Charles native says the experience will only make him better…

Cut 17 (14)  “…the next level.”

Tonight, the LSU baseball team hosts Louisiana Tech in a midweek contest at 6:30 p.m.

UL-Lafayette looks to get back in the win column tonight after being swept by Texas State this weekend as the Cajuns host Southeastern Louisiana at 6 p.m.

The winningest football coach in Northwestern State history has died. Sam Goodwin, who led the Demons to 102 wins from 1983 through 1999, died last Friday at the age of 82. Former Northwestern State Sports Information Director Doug Ireland says not only did Goodwin overachieve as the coach of the team, he also brought out the best in players who had been overlooked in high school, as evidenced by the number of Demons who went on to play on Sundays after their college careers.

Cut 10 (08) “…in the rough.”

A memorial celebration is slated for April 25th.

The ULM baseball team looks to get back in the win column tonight when it hosts Northwestern State at 6 p.m.

The Pelicans are in New York to take on the Knicks tonight at 6:30 p.m. It will be the first time Jose Alverado faces his former team since being traded in February. A loss tonight would eliminate the Pelicans’ chances of making the play-in.

Tragedy in Rapides Parish as a former sheriff is run over and killed. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

Northwestern State’s all-time winningest football coach has passed away. Sam Goodwin died from complications from a recent surgery he was 82. Doug Irleand with the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame says Goodwin won 102 games in 17 seasons and produced dozens of NFL players…

Cut 10 (08) “…in the rough”

The Julia Letlow US Senate campaign released a video message from President Trump that has him discussing his support for Letlow as Louisiana’s next U-S Senator…

Cut 14 (11) “….great state”

Incumbent Bill Cassidy lost Trump as a political ally when voted to impeach him for his role in the January 6^th attack on the nation’s capitol.

At the state capitol, the Senate approves a bill that would allow for the Louisiana Wildlife Commission to establish rules and regulations for a recreational alligator hunting season. Franklin Senator Robert Allain is the author of the legislation and says the state’s alligator population exceeds three million and it’s a safety issue…

Cut 7 (07) “….foot print”

The measure heads to the House for more discussion. The L-W-C would open the alligator season to five-thousand hunters each, with a two-gator limit.

If you think gasoline prices are high, get a load of diesel fuel prices! Some truck stops are selling diesel at more than five dollars a gallon. Dr. Walter Lane, the chairman of the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting at UNO, says even if you don’t commute to and from work via semi truck, you will feel the effects.

Cut 3 (08) “…comes by truck.”

We’re one step closer to having a recreational alligator hunting season. The State Senate unanimously passed the bill by Franklin Senator Robert Allain, who filed it out of concern about alligator-human interactions as the gator population explodes.

Cut 8 (06) “..this bill.”

A nonverbal autistic, 12-year-old boy died near his New Orleans home after he was attacked by an alligator last August.

President Trump released a video today expressing his support for Julia Letlow in the U.S. Senate race. Trump calls Letlow a great congresswoman.

Cut 12 (10) “…ever before.”

Bill Cassidy remains confident he’ll win re-election, because he believes the race is not about an endorsement, but who has been more effective in delivering legislation and federal funds to help Louisiana.

The winningest coach in Northwestern State football history has died. Sam Goodwin, who coached the Demons for 17 seasons, died last Friday at the age of 82. Former Northwestern State Sports Information Director Doug Ireland says Goodwin was not just a great mentor on the field, but he was a great mentor off the field as well.

Cut 11 (09) “…coach of people.”

The newest development in the U-S Senate race is that President Donald Trump has released a video message, encouraging voters to elect Congresswoman Julia Letlow as Louisiana’s next U-S Senator…

Cut 13 (09) “….single American”

But Republican incumbent Bill Cassidy points out that Letlow voted against legislation that resulted in 13-billion dollars to improve infrastructure in Louisiana.

At the state capitol, the Louisiana Senate approves a bill that would allow for the Louisiana Wildlife Commission to establish rules and regulations for a recreational alligator hunting season. Franklin Senator Robert Allain is the author of the legislation and says the state’s alligator population exceeds three million and it’s a safety issue…

Cut 7 (07) “….foot print”

The measure heads to the House for more discussion. The L-W-C would open the alligator season to five-thousand hunters each, with a two-gator limit.

The statewide average for a gallon of diesel has reached five-dollars a gallon. That’s not good news for consumers…

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Northwestern State’s all-time winningest football coach has passed away. Sam Goodwin died from complications from a recent surgery he was 82. Doug Irleand with the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame says Goodwin won 102 games in 17 seasons and produced dozens of NFL players…

Cut 10 (08) “…in the rough”

Legislation continues to move through the state capitol that would allow for the Louisiana Wildlife Commission to establish rules and regulations for a recreational alligator hunting season. The Louisiana Senate unanimously approved the bill by Franklin Senator Robert Allain, who says the alligator population has become too large.

Cut 6 (07) “…side of the road.”

Have you seen the price of diesel lately? Some truck stops have it at north of five dollars a gallon! Nearly all semis are powered by diesel engines. As such, Dr. Walter Lane, the chairman of the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting at UNO, says the more it takes to keep them fueled, the more the goods they transport will end up costing us.

Cut 5 (10) “…chain to us.”

Tragedy in Rapides Parish as a former sheriff is run over and killed. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

The Lane Kiffin era is officially underway at LSU. Spring football began today in Baton Rouge, giving Kiffin his first opportunity to lead his team through drills. Kiffin joins the Tigers from SEC rival Ole Miss, where he spent the last six seasons. Kiffin, of course, isn’t the only new face in town, as the Tigers have several new players, including two high-profile transfer quarterbacks.

Even if you don’t drive an 18-wheeler, you will be paying the high price of diesel one way or another. Andrew Greenstein explains.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A hit and run crash claimed the life of former Rapides Parish Sheriff William Earl Hilton yesterday. The crash occurred just before 1:00 PM and the suspect driver has been identified as 53-year-old Ladonna Delrie of Pollock.

The winningest football coach in Northwestern State history has died. Sam Goodwin, who led the Demons to 102 wins in 17 seasons, died last Friday at the age of 82. Former Northwestern Sports Information Director Doug Ireland says Goodwin turned the program into a perennial powerhouse in the Southland Conference.

Cut 9 (06)  “…coaching tenure here.”

Goodwin won the three Southland championships from 1988 to 98.

The Louisiana Senate has approved legislation to create a recreational alligator hunting season. Franklin Senator Robert Allain says the gator population exceeds three-million in this state and Allain is concerned about alligator-human interactions that can turn deadly,….

Cut 8 (06) “….this bill”

A nonverbal autistic, 12-year-old boy died near his New Orleans home after he was attacked by an alligator last August. The measure now heads to the House.

As fast as the price of gasoline is rising, the price of diesel is soaring as fast as an 18-wheeler speeding down a six-percent grade hill after losing its brakes. Some stations are selling diesel for more than five dollars a gallon. Dr. Walter Lane, the chairman of the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting at UNO, says that’s going to make nearly everything you buy more expensive.

Cut 4 (09) “…comes by truck.”

Gonzales Representative Kathy Edmonston is proposing that proceedings in the Family Court for East Baton Rouge Parish be live-streamed for remote public access. Since family court almost always involves children in one way or another; there can be privacy issues. Edmonston says as such, she will likely be amending her bill accordingly.

Cut 8 (12) “…the general public.”

The Louisiana House approves a bill to name a proposed new bridge in Baton Rouge after President Trump, but only if there’s a strong financial commitment from the federal government. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Tragedy in Rapides Parish as former Sheriff William Hilton is killed in a hit-and-run. Hilton served as sheriff for 16 years, from 1992 until 2008. Deputies eventually had to use spike strips to stop the suspect vehicle and arrest the suspect. William Hilton was 80 years old.