LIV Golf Uncertainty: LIV Golf’s 2026 season is ending with players expected to leave, funding reportedly cut off after this year, and lawsuits over unpaid bills—raising fears the Saudi-backed league could shrink into “LIV 2.0” or go dark. MMR Vaccine Clash: Dr. Mehmet Oz pushed back on Trump’s claim that the MMR vaccine is “lethal,” saying it’s not, as Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy and health experts scrutinize the administration ahead of November. Kushner Politics: House Speaker Mike Johnson downplayed Jared Kushner’s role after a reported private meeting with Hakeem Jeffries, saying Kushner “hedges bets” but Republicans should not be underestimated. Public Health Alert: Louisiana families are reeling after an 8-year-old in Ruston died from a brain-eating amoeba likely linked to Lake Claiborne, while New Orleans shoppers are turning to farmers markets amid food recall and Cyclospora worries. SNAP Drop in Louisiana: SNAP enrollment nationwide fell more than 13% in a year as Trump-era reforms take hold, with advocates pointing to paperwork and missed requirements. College Football Legal Fallout: A Baton Rouge court order is helping NFL-roster players pursue a fifth year, including JMU linebacker Trent Hendrick transferring to UCLA. Local Sports Buzz: Saints fans keep watching the QB carousel as Joe Milton draws praise after joint practice with the Cowboys.