08:30 LRN Newscast, August 11th

The documentary of a Baton Rouge teen who murdered his father in 2019 is among the top 10 on Netflix THIS WEEK. Brooke Thorington has more from Anthony Templet’s attorney..:
Cut 2 (33) “I’m Brooke Thorington”

You’re probably sick of it but there is more wet weather in the forecast today for most of the state. Widespread flooding is not expected but forecasters say heavy rains could lead to high water on roadways.

The federal Department of Transportation awards a $20-million grant to help develop passenger rail service between Baton Rouge & New Orleans, but Congressman Garret Graves says the money could be put toward more immediate needs. On WBRP in Baton Rouge this week, Graves a new Mississippi Bridge in Baton Rouge is more important, not that he’s against the rail service…:
Cut 5 (11) “top priority”

The state has distributed $28 million in homeowner assistance to thousands affected by the pandemic and there’s more to go around. Desiree Honore Thomas with the Division of Administration says it provides up to $25,000 for those behind on their mortgage…:
Cut 7 (12) “on the street”
For more information visit LAcovidhousing.com.