12:30 LRN Newscast

Be on the lookout for a work release inmate on the loose. 22-year-old Taegan Howarth walked off the job Friday evening. Ashley Rodrigue with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office says Howarth was working for a company in St. James Parish.

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Haworth was last seen wearing a yellow vest and a white hard hat.

A legendary North Louisiana high school football coach has passed away. Alton Franklin, affectionately known as “Red,” was the head football coach at Haynesville High School for 35 years, winning 11 state championships. Franklin’s son, David – the current head coach for the Haynesville Golden Tornadoes – says his father arrived at the school during integration.

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Many people are feeling the effects of Daylight Saving Time. Sean Richardson has more on how to catch up on your lost sleep.

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