An Arabi man is arrested after he allegedly struck and killed a DOTD worker on I-610 in New Orleans. Investigators say 23-year-old Eric Anthony Jr. was assisting a disabled vehicle yesterday when 26-year-old Oscar Perez-Moran veered onto the shoulder, hitting Anthony and two other vehicles. Trooper Jacob Pucheu (PEE-shoo) says by law, in the event of any crash involving serious injury or death, blood or breath tests are automatically taken…

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Perez-Morgan has been charged with negligent homicide.

Police in Natchitoches are investigating the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old. Matthew Daniels was shot on July Street; and died at a nearby hospital. Sergeant John Greely says at this point, it’s unclear what led to the shooting.

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During an eight-hour period, there were three separate shootings that left one dead.

The state is launching a pilot program next week to introduce people to the state parks. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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130 Entergy Louisiana line workers and support personnel left for Georgia today as they will with power restoration efforts from Hurricane Helene. Dylan Granger is leading a convoy of bucket trucks to the Peach State…

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A DOTD worker assisting a disabled vehicle was struck and killed by a driver who veered off the road on I-610 in New Orleans.  Sean Richardson has more.

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Natchitoches Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old Matthew Daniels, who was shot on July Street late yesterday afternoon. Police Sergeant John Greely says the location of the shooting is one officers know well…

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The investigation is ongoing.

The calendar says fall, but it’s felt more like summer. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim has good news…a cold front is moving through Louisiana, and it’s also pushing Hurricane Helene away from the state and towards Florida.

Cut 7 (09) “…to the bayou.”

But in Florida, thousands are being evacuated as Helene is expected to be a Category Three hurricane when it makes landfall along the Florida panhandle on Thursday night.

Library cardholders in 18 parishes will be able to receive a free day pass to visit a State Park starting in October. State Librarian Meg Placke (PLACK-ee) says when they obtain a park pass at the library branch, they can also check out a backpack for the occasion, containing all the essentials needed when visiting a state park.

Cut 4 (11) “…that Louisiana has.”

For more information go to Check-Out-Louisiana-dot-org.

An Arabi man is arrested after he allegedly struck and killed a DOTD worker on I-610 West in New Orleans. Investigators say 23-year-old Eric Anthony Jr. was assisting a disabled vehicle yesterday when 26-year-old Oscar Perez-Moran veered onto the shoulder, hitting Anthony and two other vehicles. Trooper Jacob Pucheu (PEE-shoo) says by law, in the event of any crash involving serious injury or death, blood or breath tests are automatically taken…

Cut 10 (08) “…to come back.”

Investigators are still determining why Perez-Moran’s vehicle left the road.

At least for the time being, the scorching hot days in Louisiana are coming to an end.

Cut 6 (09) “…far this season.”

LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the cold front that’s barreling towards Louisiana is also pushing Hurricane Helene away from the state and towards Florida.

Police in Natchitoches are investigating the deadly shooting of a 17-year-old boy. Matthew Daniels was shot on July Street; he was taken to a hospital, where he died. Sergeant John Greely says at this point, it’s unclear what led to the shooting.

Cut 13 (07) “…that we have.” 

Greely says the location of where this shooting happened is one that officers have been called to several times.

A new pilot program is set to begin in which library card holders can obtain a free one-day pass to any of Louisiana’s state parks.

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State Librarian Meg Placke (PLACK-ee) says 18 out of the 68 library systems are participating in the pilot program, along with the state library in Baton Rouge, with the goal of eventually expanding this statewide. Cardholders can obtain a free one-day park pass once every six months.

At least for the time being, the scorching hot days in Louisiana are coming to an end. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front is barreling towards Louisiana, and it’s also pushing Hurricane Helene away from the state and towards Florida.

Cut 7 (09) “…to the bayou.”

Keim says thanks to this cold front, fans attending Saturday’s LSU game should not have brutally hot temperatures to contend with, unlike last weekend.

A teenage boy is shot and killed in Natchitoches (NACK-uh-tish). Police Sergeant John Greely says officers were called to July Street on reports of gunshots in the area. But the victim, 17-year-old Matthew Daniels wasn’t there.

Cut 12 (08) “…Regional Medical Center.”

Sergeant Greely says at this point, it’s unclear what led to the shooting.

A DOTD worker assisting a disabled vehicle was struck and killed by a driver who veered off the road on I-610 in New Orleans.

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Entergy Louisiana is sending 130 lineworkers and support personnel to assist Georgia Power in response to the potential impacts from Hurricane Helene. Entergy Louisiana Lineworker Dylan Granger says those heading there are from across the state, including Lake Charles, Monroe and New Orleans…

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The state is launching a pilot program next week to introduce people to the state parks. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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A DOTD worker assisting a disabled vehicle was struck and killed by a driver who veered off the road on I-610 in New Orleans.  Sean Richardson has more.

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A new pilot program is set to begin in which library card holders can obtain a free one-day pass to any of Louisiana’s state parks.

Cut 3 (08) “…be return users.”

State Librarian Meg Placke (PLACK-ee) says when they obtain a park pass at the library branch, they can also check out a backpack for the occasion, containing all the essentials needed when visiting a state park.

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Placke says the new program launches early next week.

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18 out of the 68 library systems are participating in the pilot program, along with the state library in Baton Rouge, with the goal of eventually expanding this statewide. Cardholders can obtain a free one-day park pass once every six months.

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At least for the time being, the scorching hot days in Louisiana are coming to an end.

Cut 6 (09)  “…far this season.”

LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the cold front that’s barreling towards Louisiana is also pushing Hurricane Helene away from the state and towards Florida.

Cut 7 (09) “…to the bayou.”

Keim says thanks to this cold front, fans attending Saturday’s LSU game should not have brutally hot temperatures to contend with, unlike last weekend.

Cut 8 (11) “…be about 82.”

And there’s virtually no chance of rain.

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An Arabi man is arrested after he allegedly struck and killed a DOTD worker on I-610 West in New Orleans. Investigators say 23-year-old Eric Anthony Jr. was assisting a disabled vehicle yesterday when 26-year-old Oscar Perez-Moran veered onto the shoulder, hitting Anthony and two other vehicles. Trooper Jacob Pucheu (PEE-shoo) says Anthony was pronounced dead at a hospital.

Cut 9 (12)  “…an injury.”

The crash occurred as Anthony, a Motorist Assistance Patrol (MAP) employee, was retrieving equipment to assist a stranded motorist. Perez-Moran was hospitalized and faces charges of negligent homicide and other traffic-related offenses. Pucheu says any serious injury or fatal crash by law blood or breath test are taken…

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Pucheu urges drivers to follow the state’s “move-over” law, which requires motorists to slow down or change lanes when approaching emergency vehicles.

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Investigators are still determining why Perez-Moran’s vehicle left the road. Routine toxicology tests are pending.

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A teenage boy is shot and killed in Natchitoches (NACK-uh-tish). Police Sergeant John Greely says officers were called to July Street on reports of gunshots in the area. But the victim, 17-year-old Matthew Daniels wasn’t there.

Cut 12 (08) “…Regional Medical Center.”

Sergeant Greely says at this point, it’s unclear what led to the shooting.

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Greely says the location of where this shooting happened is one that officers have frequented.

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Anyone with information is asked to call Natchitoches Police or Crime Stoppers.

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Entergy Louisiana is sending 130 lineworkers and support personnel to assist Georgia Power in response to the potential impacts from Hurricane Helene. Entergy Louisiana Lineworker Dylan Granger is leading a convoy of bucket trucks to the Peach State

Cut 15 (07) “…the lights on.”

Granger says the Entergy workers heading to Louisiana  are from across the state, including Lake Charles, Monroe and New Orleans…

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A DOTD worker is dead after he was fatally struck by a vehicle while assisting a disabled motorist on Interstate 610 in New Orleans yesterday. 23-year-old Eric Anthony of New Orleans died at a local hospital, and 26-year-old Oscar Perez-Moran of Arabi has been charged with negligent homicide. Trooper Jacob Puche urges drivers to follow the state’s “move-over” law.

Cut 11 (11) “…move over.”

Investigators are still determining why Perez-Moran’s vehicle left the road. Routine toxicology tests are pending.

Entergy Louisiana is sending 130 lineworkers and support personnel to assist Georgia Power in response to the potential impacts from Hurricane Helene. Entergy Louisiana Lineworker Dylan Granger is leading a convoy of bucket trucks to the Peach State…

Cut 15 (07) “…lights on”

The state is launching a pilot program next week to introduce people to the state parks. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A cold front is moving through the state today and it will lower the temperatures and humidity. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the cooler weather should hang around into the weekend, even for Saturday night’s LSU game…

Cut 8 (11) “…be about 82”

State Police have arrested 26-year-old Oscar Perez-Moran of Arabi after he allegedly struck and killed DOTD worker 23-year-old Eric Anthony Jr. on I-610 in New Orleans yesterday. Anthony was assisting a disabled vehicle when Perez-Moran veered onto the shoulder, hitting Anthony and two other vehicles. Trooper Jacob Pucheu (Pee-shoo) says Anthony was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

Cut 9 (12)  “…an injury.”

Perez-Moran has been charged with negligent homicide.

Tired of the summer heat when the calendar says it’s fall. LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim has some good news…

Cut 6 (09) “…this season’

Library cardholders in 18 parishes will be able to receive a free day pass to visit a State Park starting in October. State Librarian Meg Placke (PLACK-ee) says when they obtain a park pass at the library branch, they can also check out a backpack for the occasion, containing all the essentials needed when visiting a state park.

Cut 4 (11) “…that Louisiana has.”

For more information go to Check-Out-Louisiana-dot-org.

DSNAP operations began today in eight parishes affected by Hurricane Francine. Andrew Greenstein has more,,,

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Those living in eight parishes most affected by Hurricane Francine can start applying for DSNAP benefits today. Sammy Guillory with DCFS says there are certain requirements.

Cut 8 (13) “…based on that.”

Today through Friday, registration goes by the first letter of the applicant’s last name.

The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day by hosting events at four locations across the state Saturday. Secretary Madison Sheahan says the event fosters community involvement in conservation efforts.

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Attendees can participate in hands-on activities like archery, fishing, and target shooting.For more information, visit the department’s website.

Lafayette is launching an initiative to strengthen its music community, with Sound Music Cities conducting a music census. Mayor-President Monique Boulet (boo-LAY) says the project aims to keep the region’s music authentic and organic and support its growth for the next 50 years.

Cut 6 (11) …those dance halls.”

The music census starts October 1st and lasts three weeks.

Also next Tuesday, a new pilot program begins in which library pass holders can obtain a free one-day pass to any of Louisiana’s state parks.

Cut 3 (08) “…be return users.”

State Librarian Meg Placke (PLACK-ee) says 18 out of the 68 library systems are participating in the pilot program, along with the state library in Baton Rouge, with the goal of eventually expanding this statewide.