New Orleans Police say one of their own was shot and killed while on routine patrol just after midnight. The accused shooter was also shot and injured.

Tomorrow is Election Day in Louisiana and Secretary of State Tom Schedler predicts about a 15-percent turnout statewide, or he’ll eat crow if it’s higher…:
Cut 6 (11) “next cycle”
13 parishes in the state only have the treasurer’s race and three constitutional amendments on the ballot.

The Humane Society of Louisiana is offering a $1,200 reward for information about the person who hung a cat alongside a Baton Rouge building. Animal Control retrieved the cat after witnesses made the report, and vets later determined that the animal was alive prior to its asphyxiation. Anyone with information on this disturbing incident is urged to contact authorities.

The Boy Scouts of America will now allow girls to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Kelley Ray has reaction from area Boy Scout officials…:
Cut 3 (29) “I’m Kelley Ray”

Les Miles says he’s thrilled about returning to Tiger Stadium tomorrow as the 2007 BCS National Championship team is honored during the Auburn game:
Cut 8 (12) “great success”