LSU is eager to prove themselves on the gridiron against Missouri Saturday after their loss to the Ole Miss Rebels. The twenty first ranked Missouri Tigers are led by quarterback Brady Cook who is completing 74% of his passes for 1,488 yards, 11 touchdowns, and zero interceptions. LSU defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo knows that the game against Missouri will be a defining moment for the Tigers defense.

Cut 18 (09) “ … really are.”

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The Saints have found themselves in a two game losing streak after starting the season two and 0. The New Orleans defense is 11th in total yards per game at about 304, while the offense has struggled to click, producing just 285 yards per game this season which is 23rd in the league. Saints quarterback Dereck Carr acknowledged the team’s offensive struggles during this slide, but still has faith in his team’s preparations.

Cut 29 (12) “ … Sunday”

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Louisiana Tech will try and stay undefeated in Conference USA play tonight as the Bulldogs face Western Kentucky. The Hilltoppers were picked to win the division in the preseason and are also undefeated in conference play. Bulldogs Head Coach Sonny Cumbie is optimistic that his team will win the battle tonight, but also has a healthy respect for this Hilltopper team.

Cut 19 (19) “ … come Thursday night.”

The game will be in Ruston, Louisiana and will start at 7:00 pm tonight on ESPNU

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LSU baseball will start their first fall team scrimmages today with what Head Coach Jay Johnson describes as a completely different team from last year. 6 of the 9 starting players for LSU’s national championship team last year have departed for the MLB including big stars like Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews. Tommy White is one of the three players who wasn’t eligible for the draft and will not be at fall practice since he is recovering from shoulder surgery.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and Ohio’s Jim Jordan are the top candidates to replace ousted Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. There have been questions about Scalise’s health and if he’s up to the job, as he undergoes treatment for Multiple Myeloma. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard, who’s in DC, believes Scalise’s health is not an issue.
Cut 6 (07) “…right now.”

In November, Congress will need to approve a new spending bill and will it include more aid for Ukraine in their fight against the Russia invasion? Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says the Department of Defense should provide a number on how much more is needed…
cut 15 (08) “…45 days”
The U-S has sent 113-billion dollars to Ukraine since the conflict started nearly two years ago.

LSU is asking fans to provide money to the Greg Brooks Victory Fund. The senior safety for the Tigers has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer which will require months of intensive rehabilitation. LSU’s Cody Worsham says there’s a link to contribute at lsu-sports-dot-net
cut 12 (11) “…coming months”
Surgeons have removed the tumor and there is no evidence that the cancer has spread.

Tax preparer Anthony Candler of Jennings has been busted for allegedly turning in tax forms to the state that had more than 400-thousand dollars in false business expenses…
cut 4 (09) “….their knowledge”
Department of Revenue spokesperson Byron Henderson says Candler submitted more than 200 fraudulent state income tax returns in 2020 and 2021.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise has announced his interest in becoming the next Speaker of the House after Kevin McCarthy was ousted. UNO Political Science Professor Dr. Ed Chervenak…

Cut 4 (08) “…new Speaker.”

Chervenak says the promotion would be beneficial to the Bayou State because the Speaker could marshal legislation and has the ability to insert clauses in bills that could be advantageous for Louisiana.

The state transportation department is improving 12 hundred traffic signals at intersections in southeast Louisiana. The traffic signals will now include flashing yellow left-turn arrows. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett…

Cut 8 (07) “…350 more.” 

A study by Bradley University reveals flashing yellow arrows reduce left turn-related accidents by 32 percent.

LSU safety Greg Brooks has been diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a rare form of brain cancer. Brooks underwent surgery last month to remove a brain tumor. LSU Athletics spokesperson Cody Worsham says recovery for the senior will be lengthy…

Cut 10 (09) “…medical expenses.”

The Harvey native attended West Jefferson High School and played his three years of college football at Arkansas. He transferred to LSU in 2022 and was voted a team captain this season.

A state Department of Revenue investigation results in the arrest of a Jennings tax preparer for submitting more than 200 fraudulent state income tax returns. L-D-R spokesperson Byron Henderson says Anthony Candler was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish prison

Cut 3 (11) “…tax refunds.”

Henderson says Candler claimed deductions for his clients in 2020 and 2021 for more than 400-thousand dollars in business expenses.

House Majority Leader and Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise wants to be the next Speaker of the House. Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Anthony Larance Candler, Sr. of Jennings faces multiple charges related to a fraud scheme for submitting more than 200 fraudulent state income tax returns. Candler submitted the tax returns claiming deductions for more than $400 thousand in false business expenses. Candler is charged with filing or maintaining false public records, illegal transmission of monetary funds, and computer fraud.

DOTD is upgrading 12 hundred traffic signals at intersections in Louisiana to include flashing yellow left-turn arrows. The $11 million project, which started seven years ago, has upgraded traffic signals to four options: red, yellow, flashing yellow arrow, and green. Spokesperson Rodney Mallett says the new configuration will help motorists think twice about oncoming traffic.

Cut 9 (13)  “…very cautious.”

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana says he would like the U.S. to continue supporting Ukraine’s efforts to fight off the Russian invasion because the Russian military is trying to kill Americans worldwide…

Cut 13 (09) “… attacked elsewhere.”

The US has approved four rounds of aid to Ukraine in response to Russia’s invasion.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise is seeking to be the next Speaker of the House. But Scalise is also undergoing treatments for a blood cancer. But UNO Political Science Professor Ed Chervenak says…
cut 5 (09) “…the position”
Scalise will turn 58-years-old on Friday and he’s been in the U-S House for 15 years. His main competition for the Speaker’s Post is Ohio’s Jim Jordan.

In November, Congress will need to approve a new spending bill and will it include more aid for Ukraine in their fight against the Russia invasion. Louisiana US Senator Bill Cassidy says it would help if the Department of Defense gave a number on how much more is needed…
cut 15 (08) “…45 days”
The U-S has so far sent 113-billion dollars to Ukraine.

Louisiana drivers may have noticed changes at intersections across the Bayou State – flashing yellow arrows. Teiko Foxx explains…
Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Teiko Foxx”

A Pitkin woman accused of setting multiple wildfires in Rapides Parish has been arrested for a second time on obstruction of justice charges. Laura McLaughlin was arrested on September 22nd on four counts of arson and one count of obstruction of justice. The state department of agriculture and forestry says McLaughlin was arrested again last week for a second obstruction of justice charge.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and Ohio’s Jim Jordan are the two announced candidates to be the next Speaker in the U-S House of Representatives. A vote is expected in the middle of next week. UNO Political Science Professor Ed Chervenak….
cut 6 (08) “….its business”
Scalise has the support of Arkansas Congressman Steve Womack who said the Jefferson Parish Republican has the skills to rebuild the House majority with so many fractures.

Another issue that needs to be decided in Congress is whether the U-S should continue sending aid to Ukraine as its fends off a Russian invasion. Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy says yes because America should do all it can to degrade the effectiveness of Russia…
cut 14 (15) “…..every year”

LSU announced sobering news involving one of its football players as safety Greg Brooks has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer that will take months of intensive rehabilitation. Brooke Thorington reports the Tiger Athletic Foundation has established the Greg Brooks Victory fund…
cut 3 (33) “…I’m Brooke Thorington”

Tonight in Ruston, Louisiana Tech hosts Western Kentucky, the preseason favorite to win Conference USA. The Bulldogs are looking to go 3-0 in league play. Kick off is at 7 PM in Joe Aillet Stadium.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise wants to be the next Speaker of the House. Brooke Thorington has more…
Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Economist Loren Scott is predicting Louisiana will add nearly 39-thousand jobs in 2024 and another 42-thousand jobs in 2025. Scott says he’s predicting these type of job gains because of 154-billion dollars worth of industrial projects in the queue along the I-10 corridor. Scott says the next two years should also be good for Central Louisiana.

The state transportation department is upgrading 12 hundred traffic signals in Louisiana to include flashing yellow left-turn arrows. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says a yellow flashing turn arrow lets motorists know they should yield to oncoming traffic when turning left.
Cut 7 (08) “…green bulb.”
A study by Bradley University reveals flashing yellow arrows reduce left turn-related crashes by 32 percent.

LSU says senior safety Greg Brooks faces months of intensive rehabilitation after the captain on the Tigers defense was diagnosed with a rare brain cancer. LSU’s Cody Worsham says the Tiger Athletic Foundation has launched The Greg Brooks Victory Fund to help him and his family cover those expenses.
Cut 11 (09) “…need support.”
Last month, Brooks underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor.

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise wants to be the next Speaker of the House. Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Louisiana drivers can expect to start seeing changes at some intersections across the Bayou State – flashing yellow arrows. Teiko Foxx explains…

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx”

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To help LSU’s football captain pay for medical expenses the Tiger Athletic Foundation has established the Greg Brooks Victory Fund. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 3 (33) …I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise has thrown his hat in the ring to be considered the next Speaker of the House. UNO Political Science Professor Dr. Ed Chervenak says it’s no surprise the House Majority Leader wants to move up the ranks.

Cut 4 (08) “…new Speaker.”

Chervenak says the promotion would be beneficial to the Bayou State because the Speaker could marshal legislation and has the ability to insert clauses in bills that could be advantageous for Louisiana.

Scalise announced his multiple myeloma diagnosis in August and fellow congressman Garrett Graves says Scalise needs to focus on his cancer battle instead because Speaker of the House is such a stressful job. Chervenak says despite the timing…

Cut 5 (09) “…the position.”

The rule that allows one House member to initiate a “motion to vacate” the Speaker, Chervenak says needs to be addressed as soon as possible because as long as it isn’t the lower chamber can easily be thrown into chaos…

Cut 6 (08) “…its business.”

Other Republicans who are interested in the position include Ohio Representative Jim Jordan and Oklahoma Congressman Kevin Hern.

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The state transportation department is upgrading 12 hundred traffic signals in Louisiana to include flashing yellow left-turn arrows. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says a yellow flashing turn arrow lets motorists know they should yield to oncoming traffic when turning left.

Cut 7 (08) “…green bulb.”

A study by Bradley University reveals flashing yellow arrows reduce left turn-related crashes by 32 percent. Mallet says hundreds of intersections in the Bayou State have been updated with the new configuration.

Cut 8 (07) “…350 more.” 

The $11 million project, which started seven years ago, has upgraded traffic signals to four options: red, yellow, flashing yellow arrow, and green. Mallet says the new configuration will help motorists think twice about oncoming traffic.

Cut 9 (13)  “…very cautious.”

The project is expected to be completed in two years.

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LSU safety Greg Brooks, who underwent surgery for a brain tumor three weeks ago has been diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer. LSU Athletics spokesperson Cody Worsham says recovery for the senior will be lengthy…

Cut 10 (09) “…medical expenses.”

The Harvey native attended West Jefferson High School and played his first three years of college football at Arkansas. He transferred to LSU in 2022 and was voted a team captain this season.

Worsham says the Tiger Athletic Foundation has launched The Greg Brooks Victory Fund to help him and his family cover those expenses.

Cut 11 (09) “…need support.”

Brooks’ speech and ability to communicate have been impacted by the tumor that was located on his cerebellum and brainstem. Fortunately, after the tumor was removed there were no signs the cancer had spread. Recovery will require both treatment and therapy and Worsham encourages Tiger fans to visit LSUSports.Net for a link to contribute.

Cut 12 (11) “…coming months.” 

Under NCAA rules, the university is permitted to accept financial gifts and manage an account to assist Greg Brooks. Contributions of any kind must go through this fund.

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Louisiana U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy supports sending more aid to Ukraine. Cassidy says he would like the U.S. to continue supporting Ukraine’s efforts to fight off the Russian invasion because the Russian military is trying to kill Americans worldwide…

Cut 13 (09) “… attacked elsewhere.”

Support for future aid to Ukraine is facing resistance in Congress. But Cassidy says that sending Ukraine aid is helping to degrade the effectiveness of Russia…

Cut 14 (15) “…every year.”

Cassidy says inspector generals are in Ukraine making sure the money is spent wisely. He says it would also help if the Department of Defense gives a number on how much more is needed…

Cut 15 (08) “…45 days.”

The US has approved four rounds of aid to Ukraine in response to Russia’s invasion. The total so far is 113-billion dollars. In August, President Biden requested an additional 24 billion.

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82-year-old Pete Jenkins is working with the LSU defense trying to help the defensive line become more disruptive. Jenkins is known as a great teacher of technique and Tigers defensive tackle Mekhi Wingo is soaking in the knowledge…

Cut 16 (12) “…upcoming game.”

LSU is at Missouri this Saturday. Mizzou is getting excellent play from its quarterback Brady Cook. The junior from St. Louis is completing 74% of his passes for 1,488 yards, 11 touchdowns, and zero interceptions. In fact, he holds the SEC record for most consecutive passes without an interception, 326. Wingo says the plan is to pressure Cook…

Cut 17 (12) “…good receiver.”

Missouri is undefeated and ranked ahead of 23rd-ranked LSU in the AP poll at number 21. Wingo says they plan on making a statement in the Show Me State…

Cut 18 (09) “…really are.”

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Louisiana Tech will look to go 3-0 in Conference USA action when they host Western Kentucky tonight. The Hilltoppers are 1-0 in league play and they were picked to win the conference. Bulldogs Coach Sonny Cumbie says he looks forward to defending their home turf…

Cut 19 (19) “…come Thursday night.” 

Western Kentucky has the top quarterback in Conference USA in Austin Reed. He’s thrown for 13-hundred yards, 11 touchdowns and two interceptions. Cumbie says Reed is the real deal…

Cut 20 (18) “…quick release.” 

Pathology reports for LSU safety Greg Brooks, who underwent brain surgery three weeks ago, indicate the Harvey native has a rare form of brain cancer. Because his recovery will require treatment and extensive therapy, the LSU Tiger Foundation has established the Greg Brooks Victory Fund to help with those expenses, Visit Louisiana Radio Network for more information and a link to donate.

The Bayou State is expected to add nearly 81 thousand new jobs over the next two years. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.” 

Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise has thrown his hat in the ring to be considered the next Speaker of the House. UNO Political Science Professor Dr. Ed Chervenak says it’s no surprise the House Majority Leader wants to move up the ranks.

Cut 4 (09) “…new Speaker.”

Chervenak says the promotion would be beneficial to the Bayou State because the Speaker could marshal legislation and has the ability to insert clauses in bills that could be advantageous for Louisiana.

Thirty-three-year-old Ian Howard accepts a plea deal that will spare him the death penalty in the 2017 fatal shooting of Lafayette Police Corporal Michael Middlebrook, who was gunned down in the line of duty. Howard also shot two store employees and another officer. Lafayette DA Don Landry says Howard received a life sentence for Middlebrook but also gets 50 years each for shooting three others…

Cut 13 (09) “…the public.”

Howard was set to stand trial in March.

Florida Representative Matt Gaetz of Florida led a successful effort to topple House Speaker Kevin McCarthy by getting a few Republicans and every Democrat to vote for his removal. Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves…

Cut 6 (12) “…quickly.”

New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter says he voted for the motion to remove McCarthy because the speakership has been dysfunctional since day one and Americans deserve better.

The next two years will fuel nearly 81 thousand new jobs in the Bayou State, according to Economist Dr. Loren Scott. Scott says seven large projects in the industrial construction industry, will increase job gain in south Louisiana…

Cut 3 (10) “…boom coming.”

Those jobs are in the New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles regions which have $154 billion worth of industrial construction projects in queue. Scott says he’s unusally optimistic about the Alexandria region which he predicts will increase employment by 4,200 jobs over the next two years.

Cleco has launched a new online energy-savings store at ClecoMarketplace-dot-com. Marianne Addy with Cleco says energy-efficiency savings will be available to customers on the spot.

Cut 9 (11) “…and affordable.” 

Because energy efficiency can be hard to understand, Addy says they help simplify the process and all of their products are guaranteed by the marketplace and manufacturers.

Thirty-three-year-old Ian Howard accepts a plea deal and will spend the rest of his life in prison for fatally shooting Lafayette Police Corporal Michael Middlebrook six years ago. Lafayette District Attorney Don Landry …

Cut 12 (12) “..the family”  

Middlebrook was gunned down in the line of duty when responding to shots fired at a convenience store. Howard also shot two store employees and another officer and received 50 years for each victim…