Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy thinks his endorsement from Governor Bobby Jindal is fantastic. Scott Carwile reports…

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The LSU Alabama game has been one of the hottest tickets in college football in recent years and this Saturday’s matchup is no exception. Michelle Southern reports.

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The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is cancelling nearly $2 million in planned television ads supporting Senator Mary Landrieu in her runoff bid against Congressman Bill Cassidy. Eric Gill reports…

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Once again, Louisiana is expected to have a nice weather weekend with temperatures running a few degrees below normal for this time of year. State Climatologist Barry Keim says a cold front moved throught the state yesterday bringing some much needed rain…

Cut 4  (07)  “through the weekend”

Keim says high temps will be in the 60s across the state today with weekend lows dropping into the 40s. He expects afternoon highs to be in the 60s to near 70 all weekend. Keim says it won’t be as cold this weekend as it was last weekend…

Cut 5  (07)  “last week”

He says a warming trend will hit the state early next week bringing a chance of rain by mid-week. Keim says tomorrow brings great tailgaiting weather for college football games across the state. He says temperatures will be a little cool for the evening kickoffs…

Cut 6 (05)  “on your arms”

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Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy and incumbent Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu hit the campaign trail yesterday leading up to their December 6th showdown for Landrieu’s Senate seat. Cassidy says he has agreed to meet Landrieu in a televised debate on December 1st…

CUT 7 (09)  “no difference”

Landrieu has challenged Cassidy to a total of six debates and says has been hiding from his record. She says the congressman needs to address his record to the voters of Louisiana…

Cut 8 (11)   “to talk about”

Landrieu thinks this race should not come down to party affiliation, but the experience and ability to get the job done…

Cut 9 (12)  “has not done” 

But Cassidy disagrees and cites the Grimm-Cassidy Flood Insurance Reform Law as one example of legislation that he has gotten passed through Congress…

Cut 10 (10)  “her own committee”

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The LSU Alabama game has been one of the hottest tickets in college football in recent years and this Saturday’s matchup is no exception. The Tigers and the Tide kick off at 7pm. Connor Gregoire is with SeatGeek, an online ticket search engine, says tomorrow’s game in Tiger Stadium is one of the most expensive tickets in college football…:

cut 11 (11)  “tickets to this game”

Gregoire says the highest seats in the upper sections of death valley are still going for about $150..:

(Gregoire sounds like memoir)

cut 12 (06)  “$500”

Gregoire says the LSU/Alabama game ticket, on the secondary market, usually runs in the same price range as games like the Iron Bowl, Michigan/Ohio State, Notre Dame Michigan…:

Cut 13 (13)  “in the country”

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The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is cancelling nearly $2 million in planned television ads supporting Senator Mary Landrieu in her runoff bid against Congressman Bill Cassidy. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says this is definitely a blow to the Landrieu campaign, but it’s merely a drop in the bucket of what’s expected to be spent in this election…

Cut 14 (12)  “in the runoff”

Dubos says political pundits predicted $50 million will be spent on this election, and this is only 4-percent of that total. Dubos says this move is not a death blow to Landrieu, but it still hurts…

Cut 15  (06)  “a good message”

Dubos says this runoff could be difficult for both candidates because voter turnout is traditionally low in runoff elections. He says Landrieu and Cassidy will have to fire up their troops for December 6th. Dubos says Landrieu can still raise a considerable amount of money, but she’s going to have to bring her salesmanship to the table…

Cut 16  (11)  “a good strategy”

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The Saints continue preparation for Sunday’s matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Both teams come into the game with 4-4 records on the season. The 49ers are coming off a 13-10 loss to the St. Louis Rams. Quarterback Drew Brees says there’s never a good time to play them, especially right after a disappointing loss…

Cut 17  (16)   “as well”

The Black and Gold come into Sunday’s game winning two in a row and leading the NFC South. Brees feels the Saints run game has been a big help in opening things up for the passing game…

Cut 18 (16) “benefits of that”

This Sunday’s game is the start of a three game home stretch for the Saints. Brees says it’s nice to play in front of a home crowd…

Cut 19 (16)   “getting better”

With Republicans gaining control of the US Senate, Louisiana Senator David Vitter is slated to be the new chairman of the Small Business Committee. Eric Gill has more…

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Governor Bobby Jindal’s message to republicans in Washingon D-C, don’t waste the opportunity now that the G-O-P has control of the House and Senate. Jeff Palermo has the story….

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The Opelousas Police Department has arrested a man accused of buying votes for certain candidates in the November 4th election. 64-year-old Wilfred Young is charged with bribery of voters. Sergeant Jody White says they received information during the early voting period that Young was soliciting votes…

CUT 3 (12)  “certain candidates”

Authorities have not released the names of the candidates Young was trying to secure votes for. White says their investigation began during the early voting period and lasted through election day…

CUT 4 (10)  “they did so”

He says it is unclear if Young acted alone or some candidates were involved in the scheme. White says two people have come forward, so far, and they’re still trying to determine exactly how many people were approached and how much money they were offered…

CUT 5 (09)  “much was offered”

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With Republicans gaining control of the US Senate, a new opportunity presents itself to Louisiana Senator David Vitter. Vitter is slated to be the chairman of the Small Business Committee when the new Senate convenes next year. The senator says he’s excited about this opportunity…

CUT 6 (11)  “throughout the country”

Vitter says one thing he will emphasize as chairman is the power and importance of our energy economy. He says the country would still be in a technical recession if not for the new energy jobs related to American natural gas and oil…

CUT 7 (06) “of the country”

Although Vitter says he’s excited about taking over the chairmanship, he’s even more excited about the challenges ahead of him if he is elected governor next year…

CUT 8 (10) “for our families”

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Governor Bobby Jindal doesn’t want the republican party to waste the opportunity that’s in front of them now that the G-O-P has majority control of both the US House and Senate. Jindal says republicans have had the majority before, and didn’t take advantage of the opportunity…

CUT 9 (11)  “middle class”

Jindal , says based on Tuesday’s election results, Americans want changes in Washington D-C and they hope republicans can provide bold ideas…

CUT 10 (08)   “own solutions”

Jindal is considering a run for President in 2016. The governor says a decision will be announced early next year. He was asked whether he’s gaining weight, as one report suggested, to make himself look more Presidential. Jindal blames any added weight on football season…

CUT 11 (08)  ” (light laughter“

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Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu hopes Governor Bobby Jindal’s endorsement of Bill Cassidy will hurt the Republican in December’s US Senate runoff election. Landrieu says Cassidy and Jindal are two peas in a pod…

CUT 12 (13) “United States Senate”

Landrieu says she looks at Jindal’s endorsement as a black eye for the Cassidy campaign, based on how the governor has led the state….

CUT  13 (12) “of this state”

Landrieu says Cassidy has spent this campaign talking about other people’s records, but not his own. She claims Cassidy has side-stepped this issue thus far in the campaign…

cut 14 (09) “for this state”

Bayou Country Superfest announces the lineup for the 2015 shows. Scott Carwile reports…

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Governor Bobby Jindal announces his support for Republican Bill Cassidy in the US Senate run-off. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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In Louisiana’s 5th Congressional district, family physician Ralph Abraham will be in the runoff against Democrat Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo. Michelle Southern reports.

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Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell won for this third term on election night this week. The 67-year-old represents District 5 on the five-seat commission which regulates utility companies — which spans all of northern Louisiana and covers 24 parishes. Campbell is one of the last elected Democrats in the state but won across both parties:

Cut 4  (13)  “what you’re doing”

Campbell has been a controversial figure at times taking positions that are at odds with interests like the oil and gas industry. He feels the key to his survival is keeping citizens informed…:

Cut 5  (11)  “appreciate that”

Campbell says he plans to continue to fight for Louisiana’s coast and fight lawmakers who strike down lawsuits against the oil and gas industries who he feels is responsible for the damage…:

Cut 6 (15)  “pay their fair share”

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Bayou Country Superfest announces the lineup for the 2015 shows. Kenny Chesney will headline Saturday night May 23rd and Maranda Lambert and husband Blake Shelton will be back to back to close out the shows on Sunday night May 24th. BCS Producer-Director Quint Davis says getting Lambert and Shelton together was a real coup…

CUT 7 (13)  “something together”

The lineup also features Brantley Gilbert, Tyler Farr, Kip Moore, and others. Earlier this week, it was announced that Taylor Swift would headline the festival on Friday May 22. Davis says that Swift is playing Tiger Stadium that Friday night, but not as part of BCS. He says a confused message was released…

Cut 8 (11)   “Superfest weekend”

Davis says they were simply able to book Swift’s tour into Tiger Stadium. Tickets for Swift’s show are not part of any BCS ticket package and must be bought seperately. BCS tickets go on-sale to the public Thursday November 13 at 10AM at bayoucountrysuperfest-dot-com. Davis says they are eager to set up that massive stage in Death Valley…

Cut 9 (07)  “can’t wait” 

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Governor Bobby Jindal, who was not vocal about Louisiana races prior to the November 4th election, announces his support for Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy as he tries to defeat Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu in the December sixth runoff. Jindal says Landrieu doesn’t represent the state’s best interests

Cut 10 (13)  “our economy”

In his endorsement of Cassidy, Jindal brought up examples of how Landrieu  voted for legislation that ended up hurting Louisiana or supported policies that residents in this state do not embrace. The governor says Cassidy is more in tune with the values of Louisiana

cut 11 (10)  “Louisiana priorities”

Jindal has also announced his support for the republican candidates in the two Congressional district run-offs. And if they want him to appear with them on the campaign trail, the governor says he’ll be there

cut 12 (06)  “willing to help”

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In Louisiana’s 5th Congressional district, family physician Ralph Abraham will be in the runoff against Democrat Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo. Abraham says he told his campaign staff that they were going to run a very positive campaign and not go negative at all. He says that’s the only way he wanted to win…:

Cut 13 (11)  “of that”

The November 4th race between Abraham and Zach Dasher was neck and neck for the Republican nod, but the doctor says he feels it was experience that ultimately got the support of voters. He says that’s the way they plan to move the campaign forward against Mayo…:

Cut 14 (11)  “fix these things”

Mayo says one of the areas he’ll focus on the most leading up to December 6th is bringing in more jobs to the 5th District…:

Cut 15  (06)  “very important”

Mayo says he’s really looking forward to working his campaign and getting out the vote. He says there have been many people that have told him he’d easily be able to make the runoff, but there is no way he would win…:

Cut 16  (13)   “going to lose”

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Preparation continues on the LSU campus for Saturday’s SEC West showdown between the Fighting Tigers and Alabama Crimson Tide. Junior free safety Jalen Mills says they have a good idea of what to expect from Alabama, who plays a similar style as LSU

Cut 17  (16)   “play ball”

Alabama’s biggest weapon on offense is Amari Cooper, who has 71 catches for 1,132 yards and nine touchdowns. Mills on the challenge of defending Cooper…

Cut 18 (13) “on the field”

The Saints will host the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in a game featuring two teams that have identical records. Both clubs are 4-and-4, but the 49ers are coming off a very disappointing loss to St. Louis. But New Orleans Coach Sean Payton says San Fran is still one of the best franchises in the NFL

Cut 19 (15)   “outstanding job”

The Saints are on a two-game winning and there’s a feeling with Who Dat nation that the Black and Gold are headed in the right direction when it comes to getting back into the playoffs. But Payton says they need to win a few more games before they can think about the postseason

Cut 20 (20)  “clean up”

Even though Republican’s seized control of the Senate after last night’s mid-term elections, you should still expect the party, as well as GOP Political Action Committees, to spend significant money in Louisiana’s Senate runoff. Eric Gill reports…

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Fifth District Congressman Vance McAllister failed to make the runoff in his re-election bid. Eric Gill reports…

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Even though Republican’s seized control of the Senate after last night’s mid-term primary elections, you should still expect the party, as well as GOP Political Action Committees, to spend significant money in Louisiana’s Senate runoff. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Republicans still want to win this seat…

CUT 3 (09)  “going, frankly”

A majority of political pundits predict Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy will defeat Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu in the December 6th runoff election. Fletcher says Democrats can’t afford not to pump some money in Landrieu’s favor…

CUT 4 (08)  “save face”

Landrieu has challenged Cassidy to six debates leading up to the December election. Fletcher doesn’t see that happening. He says the Cassidy campaign will play it safe…

CUT 5 (08)  “to a stall”

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Two-point-nine million people are registered to vote in Louisiana and half of them voted in the November fourth election. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says he anticipated a voter turnout around 50-percent…

CUT 6 (07)  “would get 60”

Schedler says there were not any major issues on election day

CUT 7 (10) “needed help”

The Secretary of State’s office says two races finished in a tie, a constable race in West Carroll Parish and a Justice of Peace election in St. Mary Parish. Schedler says those two races, plus the US Senate race will be decided in a December runoff, which he hopes will run as smooth as yesterday…

CUT 8 (11) “on December 6th”

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The big question in the 6th Congressional District race has been answered and Garrett Graves will be the Republican that takes on Democrat Edwin Edwards in the runoff. The former Governor says he is thrilled about the results in the primary…:

CUT 9 (08)  “last night”

Edwards says his opponent spent 6 years under Governor Bobby Jindal as his top coastal advisor and all he did was spend money. He says he’s got plenty of surprises up his sleeve about Graves and he looks forward to debating him…:

CUT 10 (07)   “good election”

Graves says leading up to the runoff he wants to focus on meaningful issues like Obamacare, balancing the budget and border security. He says they want to run the campaign with as much significance as possible…:

CUT 11 (10)  “into substance“

Graves says this race is about moving forward in Louisiana, not about living in the past:

CUT 12 (10) “focused on”

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Fifth District Congressman Vance McAllister failed to make the runoff in his re-election bid. McAllister finished fourth in yesterday’s primary. McAllister says when he decided to run for re-election, he was going to let the voters make their choice…

CUT  13 (05) “and at peace”

He says the people made their choice and he’s at peace with their decision. McAllister admits his infamous “kissing scandal” added unnecessary drama to his campaign…

cut 14 (10) “and rolling”

Republican Dr. Ralph Abraham and Democrat Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo will face off for McAllister’s congressional seat in the December 6th runoff. McAllister says, whoever is elected to take his place, he will support the new congressman as much as he can…

cut 15 (08) “there for them”

Louisiana’s US Senate race is headed to a run-off, with political observers labeling Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu as the underdog. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A run-off is needed in the US Senate race between Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu and Republican Challenger Bill Cassidy. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The Kissing Congressman, Vance McAllister, will no longer serve the 5th District in Washington D.C. It’ll be between family physician Dr. Ralph Abraham or Democratic Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo. Michelle Southern reports…:

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Louisiana’s US Senate race is heading to a December runoff.  In yesterday’s primary election Democrat incumbent Senator Mary Landrieu garnered 42-percent of the vote followed by Republican challenger Bill Cassidy with 41-percent.  Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the fact that Landrieu got less than 45-percent of the vote is not good news for her…

Cut 4  (05)  “her look vulnerable”

Pinsonat says these results show that Landrieu has a real uphill battle going into the runoff.  He says things are looking pretty grim for the incumbent…

Cut 5  (08)  “from last night”

He says there’s no way to predict what will happen in the next month that could sway the election.  Pinsonat says Cassidy just needs to stay the course leading up to the runoff…

Cut 6 (10)  “he should win”

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As expected Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu and Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy are heading into a run-off and both candidates like their chances on December sixth. Landrieu, who was critical of Cassidy for not participating in more debates prior to yesterday’s election, issued a challenge of six debates before the next election

CUT 7 (11)  “tonight”

Cassidy says the issues between himself and Landrieu are clear and Louisiana voters are seeking a change…

Cut 8 (11)   “Obamacare”

Cassidy also says Landrieu is a Washington D-C senator, not a Louisiana Senator…

Cut 9 (12)  “of the time” 

But Landrieu says President Obama will not be on the ballot December sixth, she says this race should focus on who’s best for Louisiana’s future…

Cut 10 (14)  “from the voters”

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Vance McAllister, the so-called Kissing Congressman, finished 4th in last night’s 5th District Congressional primary and will not return to Washington D.C. Pollster Darrell Glascock says that’s not a surprise…: (Jamie Mayo had 28% of the vote, Abraham had 23% and and Dasher had 22%.)

cut 11 (11)  “caught him”

The two candidates that made it to the December 6th runoff in the 5th District were family physician Ralph Abraham and Democratic Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo. Abraham barely beat out Duck Dynasty family member Zach Dasher for the runoff spot. Glascock says if the Dasher campaign had a couple more days, the results may have been different

cut 12 (13)  “holding Jamie down”

Glascock says the Democrats deserve a lot of credit, because they got out and voted for their candidate. He says come December, Mayo is seen as a heavy underdog, but anything is possible as turnouts for runoffs are traditionally low…:

Cut 13 (13)  “win this thing”

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Former governor Edwin Edwards won the sixth district congressional primary as he received 30-percent of the vote  and he’ll face republican Garret Graves in the run-off. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says it’s not a surprise to see Edwards advance to the run-off…

Cut 14 (10)  “name recognition”

Graves received 27-percent of the vote in the primary, beating out several republicans for that second run-off spot. Hogan says Governor Jindal’s former coastal advisor has run a strong campaign

Cut 15  (08)  “here”

Hogan says Graves goes into this run-off as a slight favorite, because of the voter make-up of the sixth distrct…

Cut 16  (08)   “more republican”

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LSU is a six and a half point underdog heading into Saturday’s game Alabama. But junior cornerback Jalen Collins says the Tigers have all the confidence in the world they can get a win over the Crimson Tide

Cut 17  (16)   “feeling great”

LSU is expected to run the football, but the Crimson Tide is allowing just 78 yards a game on the ground. Senior Center Elliot Porter expects a hard fought battle in the trenches….

Cut 18 (17) “come with it”

The Ragin Cajuns will take a four-game winning streak to New Mexico State where they’ll face the two and seven Aggies. U-L Lafayette Coach Mark Hudspeth says the play of the offensive line is one reason for its recent success…

Cut 19 (19)   “nice job”

Hudspeth says even though New Mexico State has lost their last seven, they are still a quality football team….

Cut 20 (20)  “a lot of breaks”

The man accused of killing two teenage girls and injuring a third in Breaux Bridge last week remains hospitalized in guarded condition and has only told detectives a few details about the fatal wreck. Eric Gill reports…

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Over one-million Louisiana residents are expected to vote today. Jeff Palermo has more…

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The man accused of killing two teenage girls and injuring a third in Breaux Bridge last week remains hospitalized in guarded condition and has only told detectives a few details about the fatal wreck. Master Trooper Brooks David says 32-year-old Jeremy Abraham has yet to be charged in the incident…

CUT 3 (11)  “on those charges”

Abraham faces several charges including two counts of vehicular homicide. There are unconfirmed reports that Abraham, an army veteran who served in Iraq and Kuwait, may have suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder. David says Abraham will still face the charges against him whether or not he is diagnosed with PTSD…

CUT 4 (08)  “does have that”

The crash claimed the lives of 15-year-old Cornasha Flugence and 14-year-old Kylee Henry. 13-year-old Niya Flugence remains hospitalized in fair condition. David says they are still waiting on toxicology results to see if Abraham was impaired at the time of the crash…

CUT 5 (10)  “we’ll know more”

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The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested the niece of a Sulpher woman found dead in her home with second degree murder. Commander James McGee says after a three month investigation they have arrested 54-year-old Sarah Parker in the death of 66-year-old Pamela Parker…

CUT 6 (04)  “arrests to follow”

McGee says more arrests are expected in this case. He describes the victim as a retired nurse with a big heart who would let narcotics users stay in a shed on her property. Sarah called 9-1-1 in July to report the death of her aunt. McGee says, during the investigation, it became evident there was more to the story…

CUT 7 (09) “in this homicide”

He says detectives are continuing their investigation and need to interview more people about this incident. McGee says they can’t release all the information about this case because there are some things only the people involved in this incident would know…

CUT 8 (04) “in this case”

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Polling places are seeing a steady stream of voters on this Election Day. Some voters we spoke with, said today is the day their voices get heard

CUT 9 (13)  “put em there”

Secretary of State Tom Schedler has predicted a voter turnout just above 50-percent. These voters we spoke with were excited to cast their ballot….

CUT 10 (11)   “that’s why”

The US Senate race is the marquee item on the ballot. Democrat Mary Landrieu is seeking a fourth term. There are some who believe it’s time for a change, while others back Landrieu

CUT 11 (14)  “support her“

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When you enter the booth today, Secretary of State Tom Schedler is reminding voters that there is a time limit to cast your ballot so lines can keep moving. He says according to state law, you only have three minutes to make your selections…:

CUT 12 (13) “rush it along”

Scheduler says they don’t really enforce the three minute limit, but he likes to remind voters that at three minutes an hour is 20 voters per hour…:

CUT  13 (09) “dilemma we have”

Schedler says his office handles various issues throughout election day such as a broken machine or someone confused about where they are supposed to vote. He says you can call 1-800-883-2805 if you have issues but he urges you to talk to the commissioner in charge at your precinct first…:

cut 14 (06) “2015”

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Polls are open across the state for today’s election. Scott Carwile reports…

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Political observers say you can count on a runoff in the US Senate race after today. Jeff Palermo reports.

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According to the state department of education, 44-percent of voucher students reached a “basic” achievement level on standardized tests last year. Michelle Southern reports..

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Polls are open across the state for today’s election. Polls opened at 6AM and will remain open until 8PM. Secretary of State Tom Schedler expects polling places to be busy today…

Cut 4  (07)  “people voting”

He says if you can hit the polls sometime in the mid-morning or mid-afternoon you may have a little shorter wait time to cast your ballot. Schedler says one way to help speed things along is to study the ballot, especially those 14 Constitutional Amendments, at geauxvote-dot com…

Cut 5  (11)  “you vote no”

Schedler says, as you head to the polls, don’t forget to bring your official ID. He still predicts voter turnout for today’s election to be in the neighborhood of 53-percent…

Cut 6 (10)  “misjudged it”

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Election Day is underway and political observers believe there will be a runoff in Louisiana’s US Senate race. Analyst Clancy Dubos says, as with anything on the ballot, it’ll all come down to voter turnout…:

CUT 7 (12)  “vote early”

Dubos says the three main candidates, US Senator Mary Landrieu, Congressman Bill Cassidy and Retired Air Force Col Rob Maness, are working hard to get out their vote. Most polls show Landrieu winning in the primary but losing in the runoff, Dubos says a good night for Landrieu would be…

Cut 8 (11)   “tough time”

Dubos says if the race goes to a December 6th runoff, it turns into a completely different election…:

Cut 9 (11)  “who vote today” 

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Voters in the fifth and sixth congressional districts will choose from a large number of candidates to represent them in the US House. Former Congressman and four-term governor Edwin Edwards has the highest name recognition in the sixth district and LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says Edwards has the best shot at making the run-off out of the 12-person race…

Cut 10 (11)  “to the runoff”

Hogan says it’s hard to say which republican will be the run-off against Edwards. Dan Claitor, Paul Dietzel, Garret Graves, Craig McCullouch and Lenar Whitney have been the most active and Hogan says they represent different segments of the G-O-P….

cut 11 (11)  “experience”

In the fifth district, ULM political science professor Joshua Stockley says republican incumbent Vance McAllister is in a fight to make the runoff. Stockley says some of the polls have Doctor Ralph Abraham, a physician from Mangham, leading the way in today’s primary

cut 12 (08)  “for his money”

Stockley says since Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo is the only democrat in the race, he has the best chance to make the runoff. But who will face him is tough to say. He says Zach Dasher, a  from pharmaceutical salesman from Calhoun has a lot of momentum heading into election day

Cut 13 (06)  “his behalf”

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According to the state department of education, 44-percent of voucher students reached a “basic” achievement level on standardized tests last year. That’s up from 42-percent the year before. Ann Duplessis, President of the Louisiana Federation for Children says these numbers are encouraging considering these students had previously been in C, D and F schools…:

Cut 14 (11)  “very good”

Duplessis says for many of these voucher students, it’s the first time they’ve ever been in such a learning environment so we should consider the numbers and the growth encouraging. Plus she says the 44-percent figure is just an average..:

Cut 15  (14)  “number”

The Louisiana DOE also says 23 of the 125 participating voucher schools did not perform well enough to accept new voucher students next year. Overall Duplessis says they are thrilled with the numbers because it shows there is a good accountability program in place that is working:

Cut 16  (10)   “and smart”

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Bama week has arrived for the 14th ranked LSU Tigers as they host the 4th ranked Crimson Tide. Coach Les Miles is 5-and-5 against Alabama during his time at LSU and during his Monday gathering with reporters, he talked about what this rivalry means…

Cut 17  (20)   “competing in”

Alabama will arrive in Death Valley on Saturday night with a seven and one record. They once again have one of the top defenses in the Southeastern Conference and on offense they feature Amari Cooper, who leads the SEC in receiving yards. Miles says Coooper has great speed and size…

Cut 18 (15) “talented man”

This is the ninth time Miles has matched up with Alabama Coach Nick Saban. The mad hatter says it’s enjoyable to face the style of program led by Saban

Cut 19 (17)   “talented coach”

In addition to the US Senate and Congressional races, Tuesday’s ballot features 14 Constitutional Amendments. Eric Gill has more…

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Promoters announce the opening of Taylor Swift’s brand new “1989” tour will kick off in Bossier City next year, then headline Bayou Country Superfest in Baton Rouge. Michelle Southern reports.

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In addition to the US Senate and Congressional races, Tuesday’s ballot features 14 Constitutional Amendments. Public Affairs Research Council President Robert Travis Scott says Amendment 1 protects the financial system that has been set up for nursing homes and care facilities, that are matched by Medicaid, to reimburse them for the care they give…

CUT 3 (09)  “this new amendment”

Scott says Amendment 2 would give hospitals in the state tax money, that they would be able to match with Medicaid dollars, to help compensate for the care they give to the uninsured…

CUT 4 (13)  “budget priorities”

Another amendment on the ballot deals with disabled veterans. Scott says Amendment 7 gives an extra homestead exemption for disabled veterans… (You can get more information on the amendments at parlouisiana-dot-org)

CUT 5 (12)  “all in there”

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Site Selection magazine names Louisiana number two in the nation in it’s Top Business Climate list for 2014. Editor-In-Chief Mark Arend says the list is compiled based on a survey of corporate real estate executives and the magazine’s proprietary New Plant Database…

CUT 6 (12)  “this year”

Georgia ranked number one in this year’s list. Arend says a big reason for Louisiana ranking second is that it finished sixth in a separate survey of business executives…

CUT 7 (06) “very impressive”

Lousiana economic development officials say the state is set to enter an industrial boom and Arend says their ranking reflects that…

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State Police report a single vehicle crash in Assumption Parish has claimed the life of a 4-year-old boy. Trooper Evan Harrell says the wreck happened last night when a vehicle, driven by 22-year-old Toniska Willoughby of Napoleonville, went off the road into a ditch and struck a culvert…

CUT 9 (5)  “a child seat”

4-year-old Cason Willoughby was pronounced dead at the scene. His aunt was the driver and she suffered moderate injuries. Harrell says Toniska will be found at-fault in the crash…

CUT 10 (08)  “crime lab”

Harrell says their investigation revealed that Cason was sitting in the front seat using only the lap portion of the seat belt for restraint. He says this is another tragic reminder to follow safety procedures when children are in a motor vehicle…

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Louisiana got some big celebrity news today as promoters announce the opening of Taylor Swift’s brand new “1989” tour will kick off in Bossier City next year, then headline Bayou Country Superfest in Baton Rouge. The Century Link Center show will be May 20th, then Swift plays the May 22nd Friday night show in Tiger Stadium. Visit Baton Rouge President Paul Arrigo…:

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The seven-time Grammy Award winning artist will also be making stops in Europe, Australia and Asia in 2015. Arrigo says it’s huge that she’s making her first two stops in Louisiana…:

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Tickets for the North American leg of Swift’s tour will go on sale to the general public on November 14th. Arrigo says Louisiana gets huge acts like this because the Lt. Governor’s Office and the different CVB’s throughout the state have done a good job labeling The Bayou State as a travel destination…:

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A University of New Orleans Survey Research Center poll shows that a majority of respondents feel the state is moving in the wrong direction. Scott Carwile reports…

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The state education department decides students will take the Common Core tests next spring on paper, instead of on a computer. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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For many motorists their afternoon commute could be the dark as the end of daylight savings time means the sun will go down just after five o’ clock. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A University of New Orleans Survey Research Center poll of nearly 600 registered Louisiana voters shows that a majority of respondents feel the state is moving in the wrong direction. 52-percent disapproved when asked about the current direction of the state. UNO political science professor Ed Chervenak says people are unhappy regardless of race, gender, or party affiliation…

Cut 4  (07)  “of the state”

Respondents were given the opportunity to provide a “free response” as to what they thought was the biggest problem facing the state. Chervenak says the number one response was education…

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Chervenak says this poll also shows Louisiana residents are not happy with Governor Bobby Jindal’s job performance. He says 53-percent of voters disapprove of what the governor is doing…

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The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is asking motorists to be more alert now that Daylight Savings Time is over and it will get dark much earlier. Spokesperson Elaine Rougeau says the chance of an accident increases as darkness falls earlier…

CUT 7 (07)  “travel environment”

Rougeau says there are no hard statistics that show there’s an increase in accidents in the days following a time change, but highway safety officials do see more accidents at night

Cut 8 (06)   “falls earlier”

Rougeau says fatigue from drivers is another concern with the time change…

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Third through eighth grade students in public schools will take Common Core exams next spring on paper, instead of on a computer as originally planned.  State Education Superintendent John White says this decision was made so that teachers can concentrate on making sure students are prepared for the more rigorous tests…

Cut 10 (06)  “issues later”

About 300-thousand students will take the Common  Core tests in March and there’s a second session in May. It replaces the LEAP and I-Leap exams. White says even though they will use a paper exam in 2015, the substance of test will not change

cut 11 (12)  “think independently”

There have been concerns some schools are not equipped to handle computerized testing. White says most schools have made the necessary technology upgrades, but after talking with teachers, he thought it was best to go with a paper-and-pencil exam for the first year

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The Ragin Cajuns and Louisiana Tech are still undefeated in conference play in their respective leagues after winning homecoming match-ups on Saturday. U-L Lafayette beat South Alabama 19-to-9 to improve to 4-0 in the Sun Belt. The Cajuns were led offensively by Elijah McGuire who had 90 yards receiving and 116 yards rushing and a touchdown. Coach Mark Hudspeth had high praise for McGuire after the game…

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The Cajuns did not allow any points in the 2nd half and they held the Jaguars to 66 yards rushing. South Alabama was also just 4-of-15 on third downs. Hudspeth says it was an impressive performance by the defense

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Louisiana Tech is now 5-0 in Conference USA after a 59-10 win over Western Kentucky. The Hilltoppers came into the game as one of the highest scoring teams in the country. Bulldogs Coach Skip Holtz says the gameplan coming into the game was to beat em in a shootout…

Cut 15  (11)  “high scoring game”

It turns out the Bulldogs didn’t have to score many points as they gave up just one first quarter touchdown to Western Kentucky. Holtz saw his defense hold the Hilltoppers to less than 300 yards of total offense and they forced five turnovers…

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A new Glascock Group survey reveals some good news for Republican candidate Garret Graves in the 6th District Congressional race. Eric Gill has more…

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The driver of the pickup truck that slammed into three Breaux Bridge girls who were on their way to school is facing vehicular homicide charges. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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A new Glascock Group survey of voters in the 6th Congressional District shows Republican candidate Garret Graves moving into the second spot. The poll shows Graves the leading Republican with 22-percent, trailing Democrat Edwin Edwards with 34-percent. Pollster Darrell Glascock says it appears momentum is on Graves’ side…

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Fellow Republican candidate Paul Dietzel narrowly trails Graves in the poll with 19-percent. Glascock predicts Edwards to be a lock for a spot in the December runoff, with Dietzel and Graves battling for that second spot. Glascock says this poll shows there may be hope for Edwards in a runoff…

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Glascock admits that, while this poll shows hope for Edwards, it’s still a longshot that he’ll win the runoff. He says as we approach the Tuesday election, it appears that name recognition is very important…

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State Police announced today that the driver who struck and killed two girls in Breaux Bridge yesterday will be charged with two counts of vehicular homicide. Lt. J-B Slaton says 32-year-old Jeremy Abraham was traveling at a high rate of speed when his pick-up truck collided with the victims

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A 15-year-old and 14-year-old were killed, while 13-year-old Niya Flugence is in stable condition at a Baton Rouge hospital.  Abraham is still in a Lafayette hospital being treated for injuries. Slaton says a blood sample was taken from him to see if he was impaired when the crash occurred

CUT 7 (10) “Abraham’s system”

Slaton says the three girls who were hit by Abraham’s vehicle were on their way to school. He says they’ve determined that Abraham was driving twice the speed limit…

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The Office of Motor Vehicles will begin a “Senior Day” pilot program Saturday at various OMV offices in the state. Sgt. Nick Manale says this program is designed for senior citizens aged 60 and older…

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Manale says the goal of the program is to alleviate the wait seniors face at the OMV during the typical weekday. Select OMV offices will be open Saturday from 8AM until 12 Noon. Initially, “Senior Day” will occur one Saturday a month for the next six months. Manale says “Senior Day” participants will be able to take advantage of various OMV services…

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A list of locations is available on the OMV website. Manale says feedback is encouraged and they will be closely monitoring the success of the “Senior Day” program…

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A 16-year-old student from Sam Houston High School in Lake Charles is dead after he fell off the roof of an S-U-V. Commander James McGee, with the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s office, says Kaleb Franks and another teen were sitting on top of the S-U-V, with their feet on the inside of an open sunroof, when the driver made a quick jerking motion with the steering wheel

CUT 12 (09) “head injuries”

McGee says Franks fell after the driver made a quick jerking motion with the steering wheel. He was taken to a local hospital with head injuries and pronounced dead on Thursday night. He says the driver was 15-year-old and an unlicensed  driver…

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The S-U-V belonged to one of the male’s parents. McGee says based on their investigation the teens were goofing around and unfortunately it led to a child’s death…

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