10:30 LRN Newscast

The University of Louisiana System will adopt the state’s policy to offer employees up to six weeks of paid paternal leave even though the policy does not apply to college employees. University of Louisiana System President Doctor Jim Henderson….

Cut 6 (04) “…our organization.”

Henderson says feedback from employees has been extremely positive. The policy goes into effect on January 1st.

Louisiana State Fire Marshall says there have been 3 fatal house fires in the Bayou State in the last week. A recent kitchen fire claimed the life of a man in his thirties. Spokesperson, Ashley Rodrigue …

Cut 9 (09)  “…intended it to.”

If you do encounter a small fire on a stove, turn it off and cover the pot.

The Heisman Trophy ceremony is in New York on Saturday night and finalist LSU Tigers Quarterback Jayden Daniels has been busy the last few days. LSU Chief Brand Officer Cody Worsham says it was after Daniels played his historic game against Florida when they amped up the Heisman campaign for ‘That Kid Jayden.’

Cut 11 (09) “…athletes.” 

St. James Mighty Wildcats will go up against the Union Parish Farmers in the Prep Classic at 3:30 today at the Ceasars Superdome in New Orleans. Wildcats Coach Lavanta Davis…

Cut 13 (14) “…hands full.”

Oak Grove beat Haynesville 62-36 and Southern Lab defeated Riverside 42-35.