5:30 LRN Newscast

On his monthly radio call-in show, Governor John Bel Edwards told the story of when former President Donald Trump asked him to change parties and become a Republican. Edwards says the discussion occurred in New Jersey…
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Edwards says he politely declined the offer to join the GOP.

Netflix subscribers get ready for another price hike. The streaming giant has increased prices on its plans by nearly 11 percent. Haggai Davis host of the Tech Gumbo podcast says subscriptions increased by 8.8 million during the third quarter, so Netflix knows the demand is there…
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A new CyberSecurity Operations Center has opened on the LSU campus that will train students how to fight against cyber attacks. Chief Information Officer Craig Wooley says the center will help strengthen cybersecurity statewide and build a homegrown cyber workforce.
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In the past three weeks, 94 LSU students have applied to receive training as professional cyber analysts.

LSU-Alexandria and LSU Health New Orleans have launched the first dental hygiene program in Central Louisiana. Wilton Guillory Interim Head of LSU School of Dentistry says upon graduation, the four-year program will allow students to work closely with dentists.
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Six students will be selected each year.

4:30 PM Newscast

New Orleans Police have not yet made an arrest in Monday’s carjacking of the Orleans Parish District Attorney. NOPD superintendent Ron Lubrano says another person was carjacked a few blocks away less than 30 minutes later. And at this point they are hesitant to release many details of the investigation…

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Thibodaux Police arrest a 13-year-old for firing a gun multiple times outside the stadium where Thibodaux High was playing Hahnville in football. Dempster says the shooting occurred after a fight between two groups of juveniles in the parking lot of the stadium. Lt. Clint Dempster says once that fight broke up and some of the individuals left the area, gun shots rang out

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Governor John Bel Edwards says Former President Trump asked him to become a republican as Edwards was approaching the end of his first term. Edwards says Trump told him he would not have to change any of his positions on political issues, but the governor says he politely declined the offer to join the GOP…

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Netflix has increased the cost of its subscription plans by 11 percent to cut down on password sharing. Teiko Foxx has more…

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3:30 PM Newscast

Governor John Bel Edwards says he was approached by Donald Trump when he was president about switching to the Republican Party. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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New Orleans Police have yet to make an arrest in the carjacking of the Orleans Parish District Attorney. Jason Williams and his 78-year-old mother were forced out of their vehicle by gunpoint by two masked men on Monday night in the Lower Garden District. NOPD superintendent Ron Lubrano says the investigation remains active…

Cut 12 (09) “..carjacking”  

 

Thibodaux Police arrest a 13-year-old firing a gun multiple times as  Thibodaux High was playing Hahnville in football. The sound of gunshots sent fans, cheerleaders and players running for safety. Lt. Clint Dempster says they’ve been looking for the gunman since the October sixth game

Cut 9 (11) “…13-year-old” 

 

The basic Netflix plan which is no longer available to new customers at $9.99 is now $11.99. Its premium plan is $22.99 up by three dollars. A manager at general informatics Haggai Davis does not believe consumers are as concerned by the up cost of ad-free streaming services.

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2:30 PM Newscast

A 13 year old juvenile is currently incarcerated at the Lafourche Parish Juvenile Justice Center charged with firing a gun multiple times in the stadium parking lot while Thibodaux High was playing Hahnville in football. Lt. Clint Dempster says they are glad an arrest has been made in this case…

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New Orleans Police have yet to make an arrest in Monday’s carjacking of the Orleans Parish District Attorney. NOPD superintendent Ron Lubrano says another person was carjacked a few blocks away less than 30 minutes later. Lubrano says at this point they are hesitant to release many details of the investigation…

Cut 13 (09) “…the investigation”

 

 

John Bel Edwards’ decision not to switch parties before his second run for office led to then President Trump campaigning against Edwards as the former president backed the Republican in the 2019 runoff, Eddie Rispone. Because of Trump’s influence, the governor believes  his re-election win was more impressive than when he defeated Republican David Vitter in 2015….

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Unlike other streaming services like Disney, Warner Brothers, Discovery, and others, Netflix has not raised prices over the last year until now. If prices continue to increase, A manager of General Informatics in Baton Rouge, Haggai Davis, says more price-conscious subscribers may have to choose between streaming services and pricey cable bundles.

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1:30 PM Newscast

On his monthly radio call-in show, Governor John Bel Edwards told the story of when Donald Trump asked him to change parties and become a Republican. Edwards says the discussion occurred in New Jersey towards the end of Edwards’ first term…

Cut 3 (14) “in re-election”

 

New Orleans Police have yet to make an arrest in the carjacking of the Orleans Parish District Attorney. Jason Williams and his 78-year-old mother were forced out of their vehicle by gunpoint by two masked men on Monday night in the Lower Garden District. NOPD superintendent Ron Lubrano says the investigation remains active…

Cut 12 (09) “..carjacking”  

 

 

Thibodaux Police arrest a 13-year-old for firing a gun multiple times outside the stadium where Thibodaux High was playing Hahnville in football. Dempster says the shooting occurred after a fight between two groups of juveniles in the parking lot of the stadium. Lt. Clint Dempster says once that fight broke up and some of the individuals left the area, gun shots rang out

Cut 10 (09) “…school grounds”

 

Netflix has increased the cost of its subscription plans by 11 percent to cut down on password sharing. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 2 (00)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx”  

12:30 PM Newscast

Governor John Bel Edwards says he was approached by then President Donald about switching to the Republican Party. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Thibodaux Police arrest a 13-year-old for firing a gun multiple times as Thibodaux High was playing Hahnville in football. The sound of gunshots sent fans, cheerleaders and players running for safety. Lt. Clint Dempster says they’ve been looking for the gunman since the October sixth game

Cut 9 (11) “…13-year-old” 

 

If you are a Netflix subscriber, get ready for another price hike. The streaming giant increased prices on its plans by nearly 11 percent in an effort to crack down on password sharing. General Informatics Senior Customer Success Manager Haggai Davis says subscribership increased to 8.8 million driven by its move to start charging an extra fee.

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The Saints will face the Jacksonville Jaguars tonight in Thursday night football. New Orleans’ offense better look out as the Jags lead the NFL with 15 takeaways. Coach Dennis Allen on the Jacksonville defense…

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The Saints starting offensive tackles will not play…Ryan Ramczyk and James Hurst are out with injuries.

11:30 LRN Newscast October 19

New Orleans Police have arrested 29-year-old Joseph Washington Senior for killing his three young children in a house fire Wednesday morning. Interim NOPD Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick…

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The children killed in the domestic violence incident range from three to eight years old. Kirkpatrick Washington’s vehicle was found partially submerged in the Mississippi River by Gretna Police.

State health officials say the two new updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna that target the XBB variant are now available at some parish health units. State Health Officer Joe Kanter…

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Ochsner Health and Team Gleason are improving research to enhance health care for people living with ALS and other neurological diseases. Colleen Crain has the details…

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A 13-year-old juvenile of Thibodaux has been arrested in connection to a shooting outside the stadium at the Thibodaux High School football game nearly two weeks ago. Authorities say gunshots rang out during a fight between two groups of minors. No one was injured. The investigation is ongoing.

10:30 LRN Newscast October 19

Governor John Bel Edwards said on his monthly radio talk show he will make the transition for Governor-Elect Jeff Landry a smooth one. While Edwards and Landry have not seen eye to eye on several political issues, Governor Edwards says he wants Landry to succeed…

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Edwards is hopeful the Republican from St. Martinville will consider everyone’s interests.

Ochsner Health and Team Gleason have teamed up to improve research and quality of life for people who suffer from ALS and other neurological diseases including Parkinson’s and stroke. Ochsner Health Chair of Neurology Dr. Richard Zweifler…

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29-year-old Joseph Washington Senior, accused of setting his home on fire and killing his three children in New Orleans is in police custody. NOPD superintendent Ron Lubrano says they tracked down Washington Wednesday morning after he leaped from an I-610 overpass in an effort to get away from the cops…

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The children’s mother told police that Washington was threatening to set their house on fire but she was not home at the time.

The Jacksonville Jaguars visit New Orleans to play the Saints tonight in Thursday night football.  Linebacker Demario Davis will be a game-time decision with a knee injury. Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence is also questionable with a knee injury, but Coach Dennis Allen…

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9:30 am Newscast

Democrat John Bel Edwards is promising a smooth and robust transition as Republican Governor-Elect Jeff Landry prepares to take over as the state’s highest elected official.  As for their political differences…

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A 29 year old father is in custody accused of setting fire to his home, and killing his three children. We’re told the children’s mother was not home at the time. Interim NOPD Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick says she’s tried to reach the distraught mother but has only been able to reach her voicemail.

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The children killed in this domestic violence incident range from three to eight years old

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Doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines are now available at some parish health units. They’re available for anyone six months and older, especially those with underlying health conditions. State Health Officer Joe Kanter says cases and hospitalizations have in the Bayou State recently.

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Ochsner is set to break ground on a new Neuroscience Center…as they team up with Team Gleason to improve lives and research. Ochsner Health Chair of Neurology Dr. Richard Zweifler says, the Gleason Assistive Technology Lab will be important part of the center…

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8:30 am Newscast

A father suspected of setting fire to his home in New Orleans and killing his three children inside the house is in police custody. 29-year-old Joseph Washington Senior was arrested yesterday morning. The children killed in this domestic violence incident range from three to eight years old.Interim NOPD Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick says it’s a senseless crime..

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Doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines are now available at some parish health units which adds to the supply already available at pharmacies and other locations statewide. State Health Officer Joe Kanter says most health insurance plans will cover COVID-19 vaccines. He points out the vaccine will be updated regularly.

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Team Gleason and Ochsner Health are teaming up to bring advances to those living with ALS and other neurological diseases. Heres Colleen Crain …

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The Saints will face Jacksonville tonight in Thursday night football. Coach Dennis Allen on the Jacksonville defense.

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