The special session on crime begins next week and a New Orleans area lawmaker wants legislators to pass stronger penalties against carjackers and those who deal fentanyl. Teiko Foxx has more…

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Governor Jeff Landry has declared a State of Emergency due to a police officer shortage. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A new survey by the National Federation of Independent Business indicates expectations for higher sales among small business owners decreased in January. State Director Dawn McVea says owners are frustrated with stagnant economic conditions starting the New Year.

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Optimism fell by two points in January to 89.9, marking the 25th consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98.

Among owners reporting lower profits, McVea says 32 percent of owners blamed weaker sales. She says owners continue to adjust to ongoing economic challenges.

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McVea says the national survey also found that 39 percent of owners reported job openings that were hard to fill have had a significant impact on their business. She says it’s a battle for survival.

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A 23-year-old Carencro woman is facing vehicular homicide charges after crashing into a parked vehicle following a Lafayette Mardi Gras parade. That resulted in several cars banging into each other, killing 40-year-old Jermaine Britton of Breaux Bridge. Lafayette Police detective Ken Handy says Britton was in between two parked vehicles…

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Handy says Britton died from his injuries at the hospital. Kayley Thibeaux (Tee-bow) is in the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center, facing numerous charges. Handy says six children were in her vehicle at the time of the crash and none of them were buckled up…

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With a special session set to begin Monday, Louisiana lawmakers are looking to strengthen penalties on the crime of carjacking and fentanyl distribution to minors. Author of House Bill Seven Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says her measure would change the minimum penalty for carjacking from two years to five years.

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Last year Schlegel authored a law that removes probation from their sentence for juveniles convicted of carjacking.

Over the years, the Jefferson Parish lawmaker says carjackings committed by juveniles have doubled statewide. She says no one is immune, but stiffer penalties may be a sufficient deterrent.

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In response to the uptick of fentanyl deaths in Louisiana, Schlegel says her new legislation cracks down on people who make fentanyl appealing to minors.

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LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, now with the Kansas City Chiefs shielded a child during a shooting Wednesday after their Championship Parade. On social media, he’s talking about his own Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). LSU Health New Orleans Chair of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says it’s important to recognize a person can mentally re-experience trauma when something reminds them of the event.

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The initial trauma can be physical like a car accident or even emotional from verbal abuse. Bailey says how a person responds to trauma depends on one’s own experience before, during, and after the incident.

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Bailey says you can even experience PTSD by witnessing a traumatic event.

Symptoms of PTSD include intrusive memories, avoidance, negative thoughts, and changes in physical and emotional reactions. Bailey says a person can experience depression and anxiety as a result. Treatment includes talk therapy, group therapy, and even medication.

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If you need mental health services call 2-1-1.

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LSU running back Trey Holly remains in a Union Parish jail charged with attempted murder from a shooting that took place last Friday in Farmerville. Two people were wounded in the gunfight that involved multiple individuals. KNOE-TV sports director Aaron Dietrich says rumors were flying before Thursday’s arrest that Holly might be involved…

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Holly is a freshman at LSU after a stellar career at Union Parish where he set the state’s rushing record for most rushing yards in a high school career. Dietrich says Holly is known as a great athlete and person…

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Holly was one of three people arrested. His attorney says the star running back was not involved in a shooting. Dietrich says it’s unknown what evidence the authorities have against Holly…

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The governor’s special session on crime begins Monday, Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel authored a bill to increase the penalty for carjacking saying Over the years, carjackings committed by juveniles have doubled statewide. She says no one is immune, but stiffer penalties may be a sufficient deterrent.

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A 23-year-old Carencro woman is facing vehicular homicide charges after crashing into a parked vehicle following a Lafayette Mardi Gras parade. That resulted in several cars banging into each other, killing 40-year-old Jermaine Britton of Breaux Bridge. Lafayette Police detective Ken Handy says Britton was in between two parked vehicles…

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 Kansas City Chiefs and Former LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, talked about his PTSD on social media after a mother thanked him for shielding her child during the shooting Wednesday’s super bowl Championship Parade in Kansas City. LSU Health New Orleans Chair of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says a person can experience depression and anxiety as a result of PTSD.

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Small business owners are dealing with ongoing economic challenges says National Federation of Independent Business State Director Dawn McVea. Among owners reporting lower profits, McVea says 32 percent of owners blamed weaker sales.

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Louisiana lawmakers are looking to strengthen penalties for carjacking in the special session on crime that begins Monday. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says her bill would change the minimum penalty for carjacking from two years to five years.

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23-year-old Kayley Thibeaux (Tee-bow) of Carencro faces vehicular homicide charges after her vehicle crashed into a parked car following a Lafayette Mardi Gras parade. 40-year-old Jermaine Britton of Breaux Bridge was pinned underneath a car and later died. Lafayette Police detective Ken Handy says six children were in Thibeaux’s vehicle and none of them were buckled up…

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They believe alcohol was involved.

LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, now with the Kansas City Chiefs shielded a child during a shooting Wednesday after their Championship Parade. On social media, he’s talking about his own PTSD. LSU Health New Orleans Chair of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says how a person responds to trauma depends on one’s own experience before, during, and after the incident.

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Bailey says you can even experience PTSD by witnessing a traumatic event.

A new survey by the National Federation of Independent Business indicates expectations for higher sales among small business owners decreased in January. State Director Dawn McVea says owners are frustrated with stagnant economic conditions.

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LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, now with the Kansas City Chiefs shielded a child during a shooting Wednesday after their Championship Parade. On social media, he’s talking about his own PTSD. LSU Health New Orleans Chair of Psychiatry Dr. Rahn Bailey says it’s important to recognize a person can mentally re-experience trauma when something reminds them of the event.

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If you need help with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or any other mental health condition call 2-1-1.

Governor Jeff Landry has declared a State of Emergency due to a police officer shortage. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The LSU 2024 baseball season begins today at 2 pm when the Tigers take on VMI in the box. LSU will have Thatcher Hurd starting on the mound and LSU catcher Alex Milazzo says that everyone on the team is excited to see the junior right hander.

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The first pitch will be at 2 pm on the SECNetwork+

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LSU running back Trey Holly is behind bars in Union Parish. He and two others have been charged with attempted second degree murder for a shooting that happened last Friday night in Farmerville that injured two others. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says LSU has issued a statement that says Holly has been indefinitely suspended…

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Holly’s attorney Kelvin Rodgers, told the Advocate that Holly did not do what he’s accused of doing.

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College baseball will kick off around the state today as the ULM Warhawks begin their 2024 baseball season by hosting Missouri State at 4 pm. ULM Head Coach Mike Federico is excited to have his veteran group healthy this season, especially those on the mound.

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The Ragin Cajuns will host Wright State at 6 pm with the game on ESPN+ and Louisiana Tech will host Northern Colorado at 4 pm. McNeese is also in action taking on 8th ranked Texas A&M at 6 pm on the SEC Network +.

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In college basketball news, Louisiana Tech managed to defeat Jacksonville State last night 63 to 58, ULM handed Southern Miss their first home loss in Sun Belt play 68 to 59, and UL-Lafayette won their fourth straight on the road against Old Dominion 68 to 60.

LSU running back Trey Holly and two others were arrested for a shooting that injured two innocent bystanders Friday night in Farmerville. Holly has been charged with attempted second-degree murder. Colleen Crain has the story…

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And former LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Heliare, now with the Kansas City Chiefs shielded a child during the shooting after their Championship Parade Wednesday. And on social media, he is talking about his own PTSD experience and raising awareness of the illness.

A 23-year-old Carencro woman is facing vehicular homicide charges after crashing into a parked vehicle following a Lafayette Mardi Gras parade. That resulted in several cars banging into each other, killing 40-year-old Jermaine Britton of Breaux Bridge. Lafayette Police Detective Ken Handy says Britton was in between two parked vehicles…

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Kayley Thibeaux (Tee-bow) is in the Lafayette Parish Correction Center, facing numerous charges.

Louisiana will not accept federal dollars that can be used to supply free breakfasts and lunches to thousands of kids when they are out of school for the summer. The governor’s office says the Summer EBT program is a pandemic-related program that costs the state seven million dollars. New Orleans Democrat Representative Matthew Willard is disappointed with the governor’s decision…

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The state would have received $70 million in federal match.

Governor Landry says the state will not accept Summer EBT funds because it’s pandemic-related and there are other programs available, however, one lawmaker says otherwise. Brooke Thorington has more.
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Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order declaring a State of Emergency due to a police officer shortage. The Louisiana Sheriff’s Association estimates the state is down 18-hundred deputies statewide, which is leading to an increase in response time.

It’s the first Friday of the Lenten season and crawfish is in short supply and costs much more than normal. LSU Aquaculture specialist Mark Shirley says if crawfish is out of your budget or just not available, there are other tasty options like oysters, shrimp, fish and ….
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Last year’s drought is to blame for a low supply of mudbugs.

Nicholls State Graduate Nursing Program has been ranked as one of the top 50 nursing programs in the nation, according to Money Magazine. Public Relations Coordinator Payton Suire (sw-ear) says the program received a four and a half star ranking based on a five-star scale.
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A promising football career could be over as LSU running back Trey Holly is in the Union Parish Detention Center this morning facing an attempted murder charge as a result of a shooting that happened last Friday in Farmerville. Union Parish Sheriff Dusty Gates says Holly and at least two other people fired shots at another group of individuals and two people were wounded. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says Holly had a bright future…
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Holly’s attorney says Holly did not shoot anyone.

Governor Jeff Landry has made the decision, Louisiana will not participate in a federal program that helps pay for breakfasts and lunches for children of low income families during the summer. New Orleans Democratic Representative Matthew Willard…
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The governor’s office says this is a pandemic era program and the pandemic is over.

Today is the first Friday of the Lenten season but crawfish supply remains low. Teiko Foxx has more…
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An electrical fire to a popular restaurant in Shreveport has caused significant damage to the building’s roof. Firefighters responded to the blaze at Superior Grill last night and it took about 30 minutes before the fire was under control. No one was injured. Superior Grill says they will let the public know when they will re-open their doors.

LSU running back Trey Holly and two others have been arrested for a shooting that injured two in Farmerville last Friday night. Holly has been charged with attempted second-degree murder. Sports Director at Sports Talk 97-7 in Ruston Sean Fox called all of Holly’s High School games at Union Parish…
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Holly’s attorney says the 19-year-old football star did not shoot anyone.

It’s the first Friday of Lent and LSU Ag Center Crawfish Specialist Mark Shirley says crawfish availability continues to be in short supply. Shirley says there’s been a slight increase in production, but it’s still not great…
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Crawfish normally lay eggs in August but the state’s drought dried out those areas where they normally retreat to reproduce.

Governor Landry says the state will not opt-in for Summer EBT because it’s pandemic-related and there are other programs available so every child will be able to receive the meals they need throughout the summer. But New Orleans Democrat Representative Matthew Willard says Summer EBT is vital for children to receive proper nutrition when they are not in school.
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Summer EBT costs the state seven million dollars and it results in 70-million dollars in federal matching funds.

Money Magazine ranks the Master of Science in nursing at Nicholls State as one of the top 50 nursing graduate programs in the country. Nicholls spokesperson Payton Suire.
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LSU running back Trey Holly and two others have been charged with attempted second degree murder for a shooting that injured two others last Friday in Farmerville.
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23-year-old Kayley Thibeaux of Carencro has been charged with vehicular homicide as Lafayette Police suspect she was drunk when she drove her vehicle into a parked car, which started a chain reaction involving other parked cars, pinning 40-year-old Jermaine Britton of Breaux Bridge between vehicles. Britton died from his injuries.

Governor Jeff Landry has announced the state will not accept federal dollars that can be used to supply free breakfasts and lunches to thousands of kids when they are out of school for the summer. The governor’s office says the Summer EBT program is a pandemic era related program that costs the state seven million dollars. A Landry spokesperson says the pandemic is over and there are other social safety net programs available. New Orleans Democrat Representative Matthew Willard is disappointed with the governor’s decision…
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The Master of Science in nursing at Nicholls State has been recognized as one of the top 50 nursing graduate programs in America by Money Magazine. School spokesperson Payton Suire says the curriculum prepares students to participate in several specialty concentrations…
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