6:30 LRN Newscast

GOP candidate Eddie Rispone’s latest campaign ad claims that Governor Edwards’ criminal justice reform plan has put criminals back on the street…
Cut 10 (12) “…is up 20%.”
Edwards campaign says the ad is full of false information and they sent out a press release with evidence that shows a drop in murder and violent crimes.

Louisiana politicos are keeping a close eye on the legislative contests to see if Republicans can get a 70-seat supermajority in the House. LSU Assistant Professor of Political Communication Mike Henderson says Republicans have a solid opportunity to gain enough seats to override a governor’s veto.
Cut 14 (11) “…chance”

A new report indicates the energy savings sector saw solid growth in employment in Louisiana from 2017 to 2018…
voicer 1 (31) “….I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Beauregard, Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes are under a flash flood watch until Thursday night as Tropical Storm Imelda moves into Texas.