The resignation of DCFS Secretary Marketa Walters has brought attention on the agency’s challenges of handling thousands of child welfare cases. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow also chairs a select Committee on Women and Children and says Walters stepping down won’t instantly fix problems, and there needs to be a focus going forward…:

Cut 12 (08) “….repeated issues.” 

Barrow admits DCFS is understaffed, and workers are underpaid for their demanding jobs… but the agency still needs an overhaul.

A strong cold front swings through the state Friday evening and into Saturday bringing fall temperatures. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we’ll get some rain before the chill arrives…

Cut 5 (07) “…next week” 

Wastewater in Shreveport has twice the national average of meth.  Nick Goeders Executive Director of the Louisiana Addiction Research Center says Shreveport’s water system purifies wastewater before it’s reused but he’s concerned about rural water systems and how meth in wastewater could impact the environment and food system.

Cut 11 (12)  “…contaminant.”

In Europe studies indicate meth in wastewater is contaminating lakes and has been found in trout.

Veteran’s Day recognizes those who’ve served in the armed forces and while speaking at a Veteran’s Day event in Iberville Parish, Governor John Bel Edwards, who is a U-S Army veteran, says the thank yous should not be designated for only Veteran’s Day…

Cut 6 (12)  “…please do that”

After the resignation of Department of Children & Family Service Secretary Marketa Walters this week, a state Senator who over sees woman & child welfare concerns says it may be time for an overhaul at DCFS. Two toddlers have died from fentanyl overdoses in just a few months, and both were DCFs cases. The agency had been tipped off that the kids might be in peril. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow understands the agency is understaffed and what case workers they have are overworked and underpaid, but says – nevertheless – they must be held accountable…:

CUT 14  (06)        “…had done their job.”

Deputy Secretary Terri Ricks has been promoted up to the top spot at DCFS.

Get ready for some pretty cool weather moving into Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim says it’ll be downright COLD by Sunday morning…:

CUT 04  (08)        “coastal zone.”

While some might be surprised at a study indicating wastewater in Shreveport contains twice the national average of methamphetamine, Brooke Thorington spoke with someone who wasn’t surprised. Not one bit…:

CUT 02  (33)        “…Thorington.”

A Jefferson Parish mom is arrested for arming her son and driving him in search of a teen who threatened to shoot him earlier. No one was hurt in the resulting rolling gun fight. 36-year-old Terrica Griffin of Kenner, and her 15-year-old son are in custody.

After a report was released showing Shreveport’s wastewater contains double the amount of methamphetamine than water systems anywhere else in the country, many were shocked. But Louisiana Addiction Research Center director Nick Goeders says it didn’t surprise him at all. He says they use specialized equipment to detect meth in wastewater and when the results came in for Shreveport he called for a recount…:

CUT 10(11)      “…than we got.”

Shreveport’s water system purifies wastewater before it’s reused, but Goeders says he’s concerned about rural water systems and their levels of the dangerous drug.

After we get some rain tonight and tomorrow, get ready for some really Autumn-like temperatures for about a week. State Climatologist Berry Keim says the rain comes first though…:

CUT 03  (08)        “…assure you.”

He says the cool temperatures will be with us right through next week.

Best wishes to all our Louisiana military veterans. Governor John Bel Edwards, a U.S. Army vet, spoke today at a Veterans Day event in Iberville Parish. He spoke of his recent trip to Europe and a visit to the battlefields of Normandy and D-Day, and how that inspired him…:

CUT 08  (12)        “…for granted.”

Earlier this week, the governor accepted the resignation of Department of Children & Family Services secretary Marketa Walters, who was under fire for infant deaths from fentanyl that slipped through the cracks at her agency. Baton Rouge state Senator Regina Barrow chairs a legislative committee on women & children’s welfare. She says she looks forward to talking with new Secretary Terri Porche Ricks about DCFS’s future..:

CUT 13  (08)        “…have these hiccups.”

She feels an overhaul of DCFS may be needed.

Some might be surprised – even shocked – at a study indicating wastewater in Shreveport contains twice the national average of methamphetamine. Brooke Thorington talks to one person who isn’t…:

CUT 02(33)      “…Thorington.”

St. Landry Parish officials say the town of Melville will move forward after the Election Day passing of Mayor Velma Hendrix. Another round of qualifying to run for mayor is open now through Monday. If no one does, the person with the most votes in Early Voting wins, and that would be Sheila Londerno. If others get in, the election will be December 10^th.

A strong cold front swings through the state tonight and into tomorrow bringing fall temperatures for the Bayou State. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we’ll get some rain before the chill arrives…but then it’ll stay cool for several days…:

CUT 05(06)      “…most of next week.”

Observing Veterans Day today with LRN’s thanks to all those who’ve served and are serving. Governor John Bel Edwards spoke at an event in Iberville parish today. He says it’s vital the country treat its veterans well, because many of them volunteered to serve…:

CUT 07(16)      “…uniform today.”

Edwards is, himself, a U.S. Army vet. There are nearly a quarter-million veterans in Louisiana; over 30-thousand of them women.

LSU looks to avoid a let down on Saturday when they face unranked Arkansas. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

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While some might be surprised a study indicates wastewater in Shreveport contains twice the national average of methamphetamine, Brooke Thorington talks to one person who isn’t.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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A strong cold front swings through the state tonight and into tomorrow bringing fall temperatures for the Bayou State for the next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says before the cold air arrives, we’ll see some rain…

Cut 3 (08) “.assure you” 

Keim says high temperatures will struggle to get into the 60s on Saturday and mid-50s for north Louisiana, leading to a cold Sunday morning…

Cut 4 (08)  “…coastal zone.” 

Keim says once the cold air arrives, it’s sticking around as high temperatures will be in the 50s for nearly the entire state for next work week…

Cut 5 (07) “…next week” 

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It’s Veteran’s Day a day to give a special thank you to the many men and women who have served in the military. While speaking at a Veteran’s Day event in Iberville Parish, Governor John Bel Edwards, who is  a U-S Army veteran, said the thank yous should not be designated for today only…

Cut 6 (12)  “…please do that”

There are 283-thousand veterans in Louisiana, 33-thousand of them are women. Edwards says it’s vital the country treat its veterans well, because many of them volunteered to enter one of our military branches

Cut 7 (16)  “…uniform today”

Edwards says this last year, the state’s Military Family Assistance Fund allocated 180-thousand dollars to military families who needed financial relieve because of an unanticipated emergency.

During an economic development trip in August to Europe, Governor Edwards stopped in France to visit the D-Day Battlefields in Normandy. He says the trip inspired him and it’s his hope Americans never take for granted our brave military

Cut 8 (12)  “…for granted“

Edwards spoke at Plaquemine City Hall during an Iberville Salute to Veterans.

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After a report showing Shreveport’s wastewater contained double the amount of meth in the system than anywhere else in the country many were shocked. But Nick Goeders (rhymes with Chedders) Executive Director of the Louisiana Addiction Research Center says it didn’t surprise him whatsoever.

Cut 9 (13)  “…last ten years.

Goeders says they use specialized equipment to detect meth in wastewater and when the results came in for Shreveport he called for a recount.

Cut 10 (11) “…than we got.” 

In March the President signed the Methamphetamine Response Act which tasks the Office of the National Drug Control Policy to identify how bad the problem is and find solutions. Goeders is optimistic the act will make a difference for addicts.

And while the City of Shreveport’s water system purifies wastewater before it’s reused, Goeders says he’s concerned about rural water systems and how meth in wastewater could impact the environment and food system.

Cut 11 (12)  “…contaminant.”

He says in Europe studies indicate meth in wastewater is contaminating lakes and has been found in trout.

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The resignation of Department of Children & Family Services Secretary Marketa Walters has brought attention on the agency’s challenges in handling thousands of child welfare cases statewide. Baton Rouge state Senator Regina Barrow also chairs The Senate Select Committee on Women and Children. She says Walters stepping down at DCFS won’t instantly fix problems, and that needs to be a focus going forward…:

Cut 12 (08) “….repeated issues.” 

Two small children have died from fentanyl overdoses in recent months; both in Baton Rouge and in both cases the agency was warned the children might be in peril. The controversy led to Secretary Walters resigning this week. Deputy Secretary Terri Porche Ricks takes over at DCFS immediately. Barrow says she looks forward to talking with the new boss…:

Cut 13 (08) “…don’t have these hiccups.”  

Barrow admits DCFS is under-staffed, and case workers are underpaid for their long and demanding hours. She says, nevertheless, an overhaul at DCFS may be called for…:

Cut 14 (06)  “…had done their job.” 

The recent resignation of DCFS Secretary Marketa Walters has brought attention on the agency’s challenges in handling thousands of child welfare cases statewide. Baton Rouge state Senator Regina Barrow also chairs a select Committee on women and Children. She says Walters stepping down at DCFS won’t instantly fix problems, and that needs to be a focus going forward…:

CUT 12  (08) and repeated issues

Barrow admits DCFS is under-staffed, and case workers are underpaid for their long and demanding hours…but the agency still needs an overhaul.

How potentially dangerous is the New Orleans French Quarter, really? We hear about shootings frequently and there was one in just the last few days. A teenager arrested for it. NOPD now say there have been 254 gun arrests made on Bourbon Street alone so far this year. They say the nigh number of busts is due to tougher policing and getting dangerous people off the streets when possible.

Three arrests have been made in a fatal shooting last weekend in Minden. Two men and one woman are charged in the crime. An unnamed male victim died the day after the shooting in a Shreveport hospital. The investigation is ongoing.

LSU looks to avoid a let down on Saturday when they face unranked Arkansas. Jeff Palermo has the story…:

CUT 01(33)      “…Palermo.”

It’s Veteran’s Day a day to give a special thank you to the many men and women who have served in the military. While speaking at a Veteran’s Day event in Iberville Parish, Governor John Bel Edwards, who is a U.S. Army veteran, said the thank yous should not be designated for today only…:

CUT 06(12)      “…please do that.”

There are 283-thousand veterans in Louisiana. 33-thousand of them are women.

Many are shocked at a report showing Shreveport’s wastewater contains double the amount of meth in the system than anywhere else in the country many were shocked. But Louisiana Addiction Research Center director Nick Goeders says it didn’t surprise him whatsoever…:

CUT 09(13)      “…last ten years.”

How did the meth get in the wastewater? I think you know…

A Jefferson Parish mom is arrested for arming her son and driving him in search of a teen who threatened to shoot him earlier. No one was hurt in the resulting rolling gun fight. 36-year-old Terrica Griffin of Kenner, and her 15-year-old son are in custody.

Shreveport’s own Jacob and Jordan Davis won song of the year at the Country Music Awards Wednesday and their mom couldn’t be any prouder. Brooke Thorington has more…:

CUT 26(35)      “…Thorington.”

Today the nation celebrates Veterans Day, a day to honor and celebrate those who dedicated their lives to protecting and serving our country. Department of Veteran Affairs Spokesperson Brandee Patrick says if you can’t make it to an event, take advantage of social media and show gratitude to those who served whenever you get the chance…

Cut 6 (11)  “…that we enjoy.” 

A strong cold front swings through the state tonight and into tomorrow bringing fall temperatures for the Bayou State for the next week. State Climatologist Barry Keim says before the cold air arrives, we’ll see some rain and high temperatures will struggle to get into the 60s on Saturday and mid-50s for north Louisiana, leading to a cold Sunday morning…

Cut 4 (08)  “…coastal zone.” 

Inflation is making it more costly to enjoy a cold beer…or to make it for that matter. David Blossman, President, and CEO of Abita Brewing in Covington says the cost of goods and materials to make their products is up about 35 percent over the past couple of years and Abita has had to increase prices twice so far this year…:

Cut 7 (08) “…pretty aggressively.”

But Blossman remains optimistic the economy will rebound.

After winning song of the year at the Country Music Awards on Wednesday night, to say Shreveport mother Luwanna Davis is proud of her sons Jordan and Jacob is an understatement. The pair are co-writers of the song Buy Dirt and Jordan sings the hit with Luke Bryan. Luwanna Davis remembers when Jacob played music in college.

Cut 13 (12) “…free (laughing).”