A Webster Parish woman is charged with killing her father and going after her son.

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The elections division of the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office in Baton Rouge was evacuated this afternoon after a package containing an unknown white powdery substance was delivered to the office. State Police say the substance was safely recovered and turned over to federal authorities for testing. L-S-P says there is no threat currently to the public.

With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, optimism among small businesses is on the decline. Leah Long, the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says rising costs are fueling the drop in confidence among small business owners.

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Swipe fees are compounding those rising costs. Long says they can sometimes exceed the monthly rent.

The Louisiana State Office of State Parks has launched the Louisiana State Parks Passport program. State Parks Director Brandon Burris says you can ask for a passport by visiting the Louisiana State Parks Passport webpage. And when you visit either a state park or a historic site, you can get that page stamped…

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Burris says travelers who visit all 32 state parks and historic sites can receive a prize.

A Webster Parish woman is charged with killing her father and going after her son. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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If you enjoy the outdoors or exploring Louisiana history, a new state program is designed to get you visiting more parks and historic sites. Jeff Palermo has the story.

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A 34-year-old Webster Parish woman is behind bars after allegedly shooting her father to death. Deputies say Lacey Mann’s 11-year-old son told them early Sunday evening that she had shot her 78-year-old father, Earl Benson, in the back multiple times. Sheriff Jason Parker says as the boy was on the phone with 911, his mother then started going after him.

Cut 3 (06) “…was going on.”

Deputies eventually found the boy safe and unharmed. Sheriff Parker says he is being cared for and will likely need care for quite some time.

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Parker says while the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear at this time, her son told investigators that she was, in his words, “acting crazy” as she grabbed the handgun from the center console of a truck and started shooting her father. He says Mann has had issues in the past.

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Mann is in the Dorcheat Correctional Center on charges of second-degree murder and battery of a police officer.

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With the crucial holiday shopping season right around the corner, optimism among small businesses is on the decline. Leah Long, the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says rising costs are fueling the drop in confidence among small business owners.

Cut 6 (08) “…their bottom line.”

Compounding those rising costs continue to be swipe fees, which Long says can sometimes exceed the monthly rent for some businesses.

Long says another issue facing small business owners continues to be finding good quality employees – in fact, that remains the top issue among small business owners from coast to coast.

Cut 7 (07) “…fill these jobs.”

Long says amid all those challenges, the holiday shopping season could be make-it-or-break-it for many small business owners.

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The state has launched a new Louisiana State Parks Passport to encourage people to visit more of its state parks and historic sites. Office of State Parks Director Brandon Burris says the free booklet serves as a keepsake for outdoor enthusiasts.

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The passports are free and can be requested online through the Louisiana State Parks Passport webpage. Burris says visitors can collect a commemorative stamp at each location they explore.

Cut 10 (08) “…State Park prize.”

Those who visit all 32 state parks and historic sites and complete their passports can turn them in for prizes, including official state park merchandise or a free overnight stay in a cabin or campsite.

Burris says more than two-million people visit Louisiana’s 32 state parks and historic sites each year.

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A 34-year-old Webster Parish woman is behind bars after allegedly shooting her father to death. Deputies say Lacey Mann’s 11-year-old son told them early Sunday evening that she had shot her 78-year-old father, Earl Benson, in the back multiple times. Sheriff Jason Parker says as the boy was on the phone with 911, his mother then started going after him.

Cut 3 (06) “…was going on.”

Deputies eventually found the boy safe and unharmed. Mann is charged with second-degree murder and battery of a police officer.

If you’d like to vote in the November 3rd election – which is three weeks from today – and you have yet to register, you have until 11:59 tonight to do so – and your only option is to do it online. Trey Williams with the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office says despite today’s deadline, you can actually register to vote at any time.

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With the crucial holiday shopping season right around the corner, optimism among small businesses is on the decline. Small business owners say soaring costs and finding quality employees are among their top concerns. Leah Long, the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says amid all those challenges, the holiday shopping season could be make-it-or-break-it for many of them.

Cut 8 (06) “…part of 2027.”

The state has launched a new Louisiana State Parks Passport to encourage people to visit more of its state parks and historic sites. Office of State Parks Director Brandon Burris says the free booklet serves as a keepsake for outdoor enthusiasts.

Cut 9 (08)  “…state parks.”

Those who visit all 32 state parks and historic sites and complete their passports can turn them in for prizes, including official state park merchandise or a free overnight stay in a cabin or campsite.

A Webster Parish woman is charged with killing her father and running after her son while still armed with a handgun. Deputies say 34-year-old Lacey Mann shot 78-year-old Earl Benson to death Sunday evening and was going after her 11-year-old son, who was found unharmed. Sheriff Jason Parker says Mann has had issues in the past.

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Optimism among small businesses took a hit in the third quarter. NFIB State Director Leah Long says one issue facing small business owners continues to be finding good quality employees – in fact, that remains the top issue among small business owners from coast to coast.

Cut 7 (07) “…fill these jobs.”

Other issues have to do with soaring costs, including interest rates and shipping costs related to high diesel prices.

If you enjoy the outdoors or exploring Louisiana history, a new state program is designed to get you visiting more parks and historic sites. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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NFL teams needing a defensive tackle may want to consider Zxavian Harris. After originally saying the former LSU signee was ineligible to play in the NFL, the league has reversed course and is allowing him to sign with any NFL team. The league made the decision because while Harris signed with LSU, he never practiced with the team.

A Webster Parish woman is charged with killing her father and going after her son. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Baton Rouge Police found a 92-year-old man beaten to death inside his home last night and authorities have detained his son. Authorities say Larry Salisbury’s injuries are consistent with blunt-force trauma. His son, Bruce, was taken into custody after flipping his vehicle during a police chase today.

With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, optimism among small businesses is on the decline. Leah Long, the state director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says rising costs are fueling the drop in confidence among small business owners.

Cut 6 (08) “…their bottom line.”

Swipe fees are compounding those rising costs. Long says they can sometimes exceed the monthly rent. Swipe fees are the charges a business pays every time a customer makes a purchase with a credit or debit card.

If you like visiting state parks and historic sites and want documentation of your visit, Louisiana State Parks has launched a passport program. Director of the Louisiana Office of State Parks Brandon Burris says visitors can collect a commemorative stamp at each location they explore…

Cut 10 (08) “…State Park prize.”

Burris says the prizes range from official state park gear to a free overnight cabin or campsite stay.

The Webster Parish Sheriff’s office has charged a 34-year-old woman with second-degree murder after she allegedly shot her 78-year-old father in the back multiple times. Sheriff Jason Parker says the shooter’s son, an 11-year-old child, called 9-1-1…

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Earl Benson died from his injuries and Lacey Mann was booked into jail. What sparked the fatal shooting is unknown.

Governor Landry says the state is investing three-point five billion dollars to improve highspeed internet, roads and health care in rural areas. The Louisiana Department of Health’s Rural Health Transformation Project is spearheading a 1.4-billion-dollar initiative. ULM President Dr. Carrie Castille says they have received funding to expand their nursing enrollment.

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With Medicare’s annual open enrollment period opening Thursday, the Louisiana Department of Insurance has some helpful tips for beneficiaries. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Beginning in 2027, the Medicare Part D annual deductible will be $700, and out-of-pocket costs for covered prescription drugs will be capped at $2,400.

 Medicare Beneficiaries can contact the Louisiana Senior Health Information Program if they need any assistance at 1800-259-5300.

A Webster Parish woman is behind bars after allegedly shooting her father to death. Deputies say 34-year-old Lacey Mann’s 11-year-old son told them that she had shot her 78-year-old father, Earl Benson, in the back multiple times. Sheriff Jason Parker says as the boy was on the phone with 911, his mother then started going after him.

Cut 3 (06) “…was going on.”

Deputies eventually found the boy safe and unharmed. Sheriff Parker says he is being cared for and will likely need care for quite some time.

The November 3rd election is now just three weeks from today. If you’d like to vote in it and have yet to register to vote, you have until today to do so. Trey Williams with the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office says at this point, your only option to register in time to vote on November 3rd is to do it online.

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Early voting for the November third election is October 20^th.

Governor Jeff Landry announces the state is in the process of investing 3.5-billion dollars in rural Louisiana. One-point-five-billion dollars of that is in federal broadband funding. Veneeth Iyengar, the executive director of ConnectLA, says by the end of 2026, he expects 95-percent of Louisiana to have access to reliable internet.

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The Office of Louisiana Highway Construction is investing 580-million dollars in 152 road and bridge projects.

Billboard magazine is out with its list of the best music business schools in the world; and of the 48 which made the grade for 2026, two of them are in Louisiana – The Loyola University School of Music and Theater Professionals and U-L Lafayette’s music business program. U-L Lafayette launched its bachelor’s degree program in music business about 12 years ago. It’s run by Associate Music Professor Scott Durbin, who says students get hands-on experience in all facets of the music industry.

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Medicare open Enrollment begins on Thursday and  runs through December 7^th. During open enrollment, beneficiaries can….switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage Plan or vice versa. Change from Medicare Advantage plant to another, or enroll, switch or drop a Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan. Ron Henderson with the Louisiana Department of Insurance says get the plan that suits your needs…

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Beginning next year, the Medicare Part D annual deductible will be $700.

Today’s the last day to register to vote for the November 3^rd election and you can only do it online at geauxvote.com.  Trey Williams with the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office says if you’re already registered to vote, today’s a good opportunity double-check your registration status.

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If you’re looking to study the music business in college, two of the best schools are here in Louisiana. Kace Kieschnick reports.

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Forty-two people had to be rescued from a ship that caught fire in the Gulf about 100 miles offshore from Port Fourchon. The Coast Guard says they received a call at 9:45 yesterday morning and sent three aircraft to the area to rescue people. The Coast Guard also good Samaritans on nearby vess3els played a major role in rescuing all 42 people.

If you’d like to vote in the November 3rd election – which is three weeks from today – and you have yet to register, you have until today to do so – and your only option is to do it online. Trey Williams with the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office says despite today’s deadline, you can actually register to vote at any time.

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Governor Landry announces that the state is investing 3.5-billion dollars in rural Louisiana. ULM President Dr. Carrie Castille says the school has received a portion of 1.4-billion dollars from the Department of Health’s Rural Transformation Project to expand programs in its College of Health Sciences, which will expand their nursing enrollment.

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Billboard magazine rates UL Lafayette’s music business program as one of the 48 best in the world. Entrepreneurship Professor Jonathan Shirley helped create a concert called HodgePodge, in which students fill every role needed to stage the show.

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The annual open enrollment period for Medicare beneficiaries opens Thursday, and the Louisiana Department of Insurance has specialists ready to help navigate all the options. Ron Henderson, the deputy commissioner at the LDI’s office of consumer advocacy, says LDI will give unbiased advice, since it does not stand to benefit financially based on the selection.

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