LRN Sportscast 11:40 October 20

It’s a tough day for Saints fans, who saw their team blow a 13-point lead in the final minutes and lose 24-23 to the Detroit Lions. Quarterback Drew Brees threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns. But was picked off with just over three minutes left and that interception set up Detroit’s winning score. Brees believes the 2-and-4 Saints can rebound from this heartbreaking loss…
cut 16 (12) “….find a way to win”
The Saints were penalized 12 times yesterday for 134 yards. Afterwards, Coach Sean Payton said he wasn’t pleased with how the game was officiated.

New Orleans native Peyton Manning now holds the record for career touchdown passes as he tossed four of them last night in Denver’s 42-17 win over San Francisco. Manning has 510 for his carer as he surpassed Brett Favre’s record of 508.

LSU’s defense was on its game in Saturday’s 41-to-3 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats. The Wildcats were held to 217 total yards. Sophomore middle linebacker Kendell Beckwith led the way with nine tackles….
cut 18 (08) “…on Saturdays”
LSU is getting ready to host third ranked Ole Miss. The Rebels have one of the top defenses in the country as they are allowing just ten points a game.

LSU comes in at number 24 in the latest A-P Top 25 poll. Four of the top five in the AP poll are from the SEC West. Mississippi State is number one, followed by Florida State, Ole Miss, Alabama and Auburn.

Archie Manning is taking a leave of absence from the College Football Playoff selection committee, because he needs surgery on his knee and will not be able travel for the meetings. That means the selection committee will have 12, instead of 13 members, choosing the four teams that will be part of the first playoff in college football.

10:30 Newscast October 20th, 2014

The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals announced today that the state plans to stop billing sexual assault victims for exams and tests. DHH says they intend to streamline the funding source through the Crime Victim’s Reparation Board and through legislation the changes will prevent direct billing of charges to the victim by billing the Crime Victim’s Reparation Board directly.

Folks are buzzing about Former President Bill Clinton’s stop in Louisiana today to support US Senator Mary Landrieu in her bid to keep her spot in Congress. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says this is coming at a good time for the incumbent as early voting begins tomorrow and the fact that Clinton is so popular among Democrats:
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Clinton is hosting a rally this afternoon in downtown Baton Rouge. Senator John McCain was recently here to support Republican challenger Bill Cassidy.

An investment group has agreed to buy Pineville based Cleco for a reported $3.4 billion. The utility company’s President Darren O’Lages says customers shouldn’t expect any change in their power bills or service as a result of the sale…:
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Customers at Chic-Fil-A locations in north Louisiana are now able to pay for their order with their mobile phone. Scott Carwile reports:
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09:30 Newscast October 20, 2014

President Bill Clinton is joins Senator Mary Landrieu in Baton Rouge today to rally support for her campaign. Michelle Southern reports…

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The Pineville based utility company, Cleco, will be bought by an investment group for a reported $3.4 billion. The company will continue to operate under local management and they say there will be no change to utility rates or employment levels. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2015.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007 which beats the national average of 34% in the same time period. He credits the massive decline, in part, to public outreach and initiatives by law enforcement and improved technology that allows law enforcement to read license plates as vehicles drive down the street. Donelon says the license plate reader program has resulted in hundreds of apprehensions…

cut 9 (13) “by a thief”

He says they’ve also been able to bust car thieves by using bait cars.

Lake Charles Police report that a Sunday morning head-on collision between a pickup and a car has claimed the lives of two motorists. Authorities say the passenger in the car was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the car was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Authorities have not released the names of the victims. The driver of the pickup, 23-year-old Mark Kibodeaux of Sulphur, was arrested and booked for DWI.

08:30 Newscast October 20, 2014

President Bill Clinton is in Baton Rouge today to rally support for Senator Mary Landrieu’s re-election campaign. This is Clinton’s second visit to Louisiana on Landrieu’s behalf during this election. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says this is part of Landrieu’s last push leading up to election day on November 4th…

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Clinton’s visit comes the day before the early voting period for the November 4th election begins.

A new app will allow Chic-Fil-A customers in north Louisiana to pay for their food with their smart phone. David Benson, with Chic-Fil-A, says Chic-Fil-A wants to stay ahead of the curve…

cut 12 (12) “no credit card”

He says next year the company plans to roll out “mobile ordering.”

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007 which beats the national average of 34% in the same time period. Michelle Southern reports…

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An investment group will buy Cleco for a reported $3.4 billion. The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2015. The Pineville based utility company will continue to operate under local management and there will be no change to utility rates or employment levels.

07:30 Newscast October 20, 2014

President Bill Clinton joins Senator Mary Landrieu in Baton Rouge today to rally support for her campaign. Both parties are sending “big guns” to the state for this Senate race. Republicans sent former presidential candidate Senator John McCain to campaign with Congressman Bill Cassidy last week. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says both parties know what is potentially at stake in this election…

cut 5 (06) “the national level”

Clinton’s visit comes the day before the early voting period for the November 4th election begins.

Auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007, according to Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon. He credits the drop, in part, to improved technology that allows law enforcement to read license plates as vehicles drive down the street…

cut 8 (11) “is stolen”

Donelon says the license plate reader program has resulted in hundreds of apprehensions.

Customers at Chic-Fil-A locations in north Louisiana are now able to pay for orders with their phone. David Benson says it all starts with downloading the Chic-Fil-A app. Then, just load up whatever amount of money you wish on the app…

cut 11 (10) “financial institution”

He says you will simply hit the pay button, scan the account code, and the money is deducted from the account balance.

The LSU Tigers are back in the Top 25. The Bayou Bengals are ranked 24th in the AP poll, and 23rd in the coaches. LSU won easily on Saturday, 41-to-3 over the Kentucky Wildcats. LSU’s defense was outstanding on Saturday night, holding Kentucky to 217 total yards. Sophomore middle linebacker Kendell Beckwith led the way with nine tackles

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LSU hosts third ranked Ole Miss this Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:15PM.

06:45 Sportscast October 20, 2014

It appeared the Saints were on their way to a victory on Sunday in Detroit, but the Lions roared back with two touchdowns in the final four minutes to beat New Orleans 24-23. New Orleans was in control for much of the game, but Detroit hit on a 73-yard touchdown pass with 3:38 left and the Black and Gold couldn’t recover. Here’s what coach Sean Payton had to say after the game…

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Quarterback Drew Brees threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns, but threw an interception with just over three minutes left that set up Detroit’s winning score.
Elsewhere in the NFC South, the Green Bay Packers handled the Carolina Panthers 38-17 and it was Baltimore over Atlanta, 29-7. Despite their 2-and-4 record, the Black and Gold remain in second place in the Division.

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The LSU Tigers are back in the Top 25. The Bayou Bengals are ranked 24th in the AP poll, and 23rd in the coaches. LSU won easily on Saturday, 41-to-3 over the Kentucky Wildcats. Coach Les Miles says his team is getting better…

cut 17 (12) “I promise you”

LSU’s defense was outstanding on Saturday night, holding Kentucky to 217 total yards.

Louisiana Tech senior linebacker Terrell Pinson should be named Conference USA defensive player of the week today based on his performance in Saturday’s 27-20 win over Texas-San Antonio. Head Coach Skip Holtz on Pinson’s big day

cut 13 (19) “came off turnovers”

06:30 Newscast October 20, 2014

President Bill Clinton is scheduled to join Senator Mary Landrieu in Baton Rouge today to rally support for her campaign. Clinton’s visit comes the day before the early voting period for the November 4th election begins. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says it’s good for Landrieu that Clinton is stumping for her considering his popularity among the Democratic base…

cut 4 (06) “not that popular”

Landrieu is in a tight re-election battle with Republican challengers Congressman Bill Cassidy and retired Air Force Colonel Rob Maness.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007 which beats the national average of 34% in the same time period. Donelon credits the massive decline, in part, to public outreach and initiatives by law enforcement…

cut 7 (10) “rest of their lives”

Donelon says they’ve also been able to bust car thieves by using bait cars placed in high risk areas that are equipped with monitoring equipment and cameras.

Customers at Chic-Fil-A locations in north Louisiana don’t have to worry about bringing in cash or a credit card because now they’ll be able to pay with their phone. David Benson is the local operator for the restaurants in Monroe and West Monroe and he says it all starts with downloading the Chic-Fil-A app…

Cut 10 (11) “pay for your meal”

Benson says people are slowly but surely catching on and using this method of payment to get their sandwiches and nuggets. He says paying with your phone is more secure than using a credit card. Benson says next year the company plans to roll out “mobile ordering.”

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President Bill Clinton is scheduled to join Senator Mary Landrieu in Baton Rouge today to rally support for her campaign. Michelle Southern reports…

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Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007 which beats the national average of 34% in the same time period. Michelle Southern reports.

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Customers at Chic-Fil-A locations in north Louisiana are now able to pay for their order with their mobile phone. Scott Carwile reports.

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President Bill Clinton is scheduled to join Senator Mary Landrieu in Baton Rouge today to rally support for her campaign. Clinton’s visit comes the day before the early voting period for the November 4th election begins. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says it’s good for Landrieu that Clinton is stumping for her considering his popularity among the Democratic base…

Cut 4  (06)  “not that popular”

Landrieu is in a tight re-election battle with Republican challengers Congressman Bill Cassidy and retired Air Force Colonel Rob Maness. Both parties are sending “big guns” to the state for this Senate race. Republicans sent former presidential candidate Senator John McCain to campaign with Cassidy last week. Dubos says both parties know what is potentially at stake in this election…

Cut 5  (06)  “the national level”

This is Clinton’s second visit to Louisiana on Landrieu’s behalf during this election. Early voting begins tomorrow and runs through October 28th. Dubos says this is part of Landrieu’s last push leading up to election day on November 4th…

Cut 6 (12)  “to go vote”

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Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says auto theft in Louisiana has dropped 48% since 2007 which beats the national average of 34% in the same time period. Donelon credits the massive decline, in part, public outreach and initiatives by law enforcement…:

CUT 7 (10)  “rest of their lives”

Donelon says they’ve also been able to bust car thieves by using bait cars places in high risk areas that are equipped with monitoring equipment and cameras if they are stolen. He says also says technology has improved so that law enforcement now has the ability to read license plates as vehicles drive down the street…:

Cut 8 (11)   “is stolen”

Donelon says the license plate reader program has resulted in hundreds of apprehensions…:

Cut 9 (13)  “by a theif” 

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Customers at Chic-Fil-A locations in north Louisiana don’t have to worry about bringing in cash or a credit card because now you’ll be able to pay with your phone. David Benson is the local operator for the restaurants in Monroe and West Monroe and he says it all starts with downloading the Chic-Fil-A app…:

Cut 10 (11)  “pay for your meal”

Benson says people are slowly but surely catching on and using this method of payment to get their yummy chicken strips and nuggets. He says paying with your phone is more secure than using a credit card. All you have to do is load up whatever amount of money you wish on the app…:

cut 11 (10)  “financial institution”

Benson says when you’ve loaded money into the app, you simply hit the pay button and scan the account code at the register or in the drive-thru line and the money is deducted from the account balance. He says next year the company plans to roll out “mobile ordering.” Benson says Chic-Fil-A wants to stay ahead of the curve…;

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Senior linebacker Terrell Pinson should be named Conference USA defensive player of the week today based on his performance in Saturday’s 27-20 win over Texas-San Antonio. Pinson had two interceptions and had a fumble return for a touchdown. Head Coach Skip Holtz on Pinson’s big day

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The Bulldogs trailed 10-6 at halftime, but the game turned when Pinson had a two-yard fumble recovery for a touchdowns. Tech scored two more quick touchdowns and Holtz says that was the difference in the game

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It appeared the Saints were on their way to a victory on Sunday in Detroit, but the Lions roared back with two touchdowns in the four minutes to beat New Orleans 24-23. New Orleans was in control for much of the game, but Detroit hit on a 73-yard touchdown pass with 3:38 left and couldn’t recover. Here’s what coach Sean Payton had to say after the game

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Quarterback Drew Brees threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns. But threw an interception with just over three minutes left that set up Detroit’s winning score. Brees believes the 2-and-4 Saints can rebound from this heartbreaking loss

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After a two-week absence, The LSU Tigers are back in the Top 25 polls. The Bayou Bengals are ranked 24th in the AP poll, and 23rd in the coaches. LSU won easily on Saturday, 41-to-3 over the Kentucky Lions. Coach Les Miles says his team is getting better

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LSU’s defense was outstanding on Saturday night, holding Kentucky to 217 total yards. Sophomore middle linebacker Kendell Beckwith led the way with nine tackles

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Freshman safety Jamal Adams looks like a star in the making. He had eight total tackles against Kentucky, including a sack. Adams says the players on defense have bought into the game plan

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10:30 Newscast October 18th, 2014

The Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating a domestic violence situation that turned into a murder-suicide late last week in Deville. Lt. Tommy Carnline says deputies responded to a 9-1-1 call of shots fired at an apartment complex:
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He says that was 39-year-old Theresa Johnson of Deville and she died Friday morning. They believe 36-year-old Terrel Laprarie Jr. shot Johnson then killed himself.

When it comes to Ebola in Louisiana local officials are urging residents not to panic but to remain aware. Dr Frank Welch says you aren’t concerned for “no reason” but you won’t just walk outside and catch Ebola. He says, on the other hand, this is a huge wakeup call for our health care system to keep their workers safe:
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Bill Clinton will be visiting Louisiana on Monday to once again show is support for Senator Mary Landrieu and her campaign in November 4th Senate election. The stop in Baton Rouge takes place just one day before early voting begins on Tuesday. An afternoon rally will be held at the downtown Hilton hotel.

The current statewide average for a gallon of regular is now below three dollars at $2.99. Analysts believe a month from now we could be close to $2.85 which is the lowest price since 2010.

Monroe resident Alan Brockman says the community in Ouachita Parish continues to clean up today after the EF2 tornado ripped through last week. He says a major grass roots effort has been underway by citizens taking charge…:
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Damage assessments continue today by the federal government considering rendering financial aid to the region.

09:30 Newscast October 18th, 2014

Clean up and federal damage assessments continue today as Ouachita Parish waits to find out if FEMA approves financial assistance following the local state disaster declaration. Meanwhile residents continue to come together after a tornado ripped through Monroe/West Monroe last week. Resident Alan Brockman says it’s amazing to see how many people came together to help clear debris:
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He says it’s a miracle that nobody was injured or killed and they are all counting their blessings.

Baton Rouge Police made a drug bust on I-12 where 48 Jesus Sacred Heart candles with meth mixed in the wax were found on a bus by a K-9 during a traffic stop on I-12. The candles weighed 72 pounds cops say and there were also four larger candles weighing 41 pounds all with meth inside the wax.

Are Americans overreacting about the Ebola threat? Local health officials are urging citizens to calm down. Eric Gill reports.
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The Department of Transportation was found to be 40% at fault in a 2011 crash in Addis that killed LSU football coach Les Miles’ sister in 2011 and the victims daughters were awarded a $2.5 million dollar settlement by a West Baton Rouge Parish jury. 54-year-old Ann Hope Browned lost her life in a crash at what the court felt was a dangerous intersection at Sugar Plantation Parkway and La. 1.