12:30 Newscast, December 15th, 2016

The father of the deputy that was injured in an ambush on police officers in Baton Rouge over the summer said today that Christmas has come early. The healthcare team at TIRR Memorial in Houston held a news conference to update the public on Nick Tullier’s condition. Clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Katherine O’Brien says they identified several cognitive capacities Tullier can demonstrate…:
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Tullier still has paralysis to parts of his body but is able to move his head, left arms and has some movement in his legs, doctors said. They added he is doing remarkably well and exceeding expectations.

The Baton Rouge Advocate is reporting that teams of FBI agents raided the Hammond Police Department and Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office today. This is a developing story.

A report by Bankrate.com finds Louisiana is the fourth worst state for drivers. Spokesperson Claes Bell says it’s due in part to the high number of auto fatalities here and a motorists’ average commute time..:
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He also says Louisiana ranks 49th in the nation for insurance cost.

Looks like LSU has locked up a quarterback. Myles Brennan, the 4 star QB out of Mississippi, reaffirmed his commitment to the Tigers hours after meeting with new offensive coordinator Matt Canada. Brennan threw for 3,982 yards and 48 touchdowns this season in high school.