2:30 LRN Newscast

A Webster Parish woman is charged with killing her father and running after her son while still armed with a handgun. Deputies say 34-year-old Lacey Mann shot 78-year-old Earl Benson to death Sunday evening and was going after her 11-year-old son, who was found unharmed. Sheriff Jason Parker says Mann has had issues in the past.

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Optimism among small businesses took a hit in the third quarter. NFIB State Director Leah Long says one issue facing small business owners continues to be finding good quality employees – in fact, that remains the top issue among small business owners from coast to coast.

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Other issues have to do with soaring costs, including interest rates and shipping costs related to high diesel prices.

If you enjoy the outdoors or exploring Louisiana history, a new state program is designed to get you visiting more parks and historic sites. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

NFL teams needing a defensive tackle may want to consider Zxavian Harris. After originally saying the former LSU signee was ineligible to play in the NFL, the league has reversed course and is allowing him to sign with any NFL team. The league made the decision because while Harris signed with LSU, he never practiced with the team.