7:30 LRN Newscast December 17

Thousands of frontline healthcare workers have received the Pfizer COVID vaccine this week. Governor Edwards says he’s pleased with the vaccine rollout so far…
Cut 2 (30) “…Matt Doyle”

The governor made those comments during his monthly radio show. He also called the lawsuit that sought to overturn the presidential election unfortunate. It was a lawsuit supported by Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry. Edwards says people should accept the results.

New Orleans Senator Karen Carter Peterson has officially launched her campaign to replace Cedric Richmond as Louisiana’s Second District U-S Representative. Peterson touts her legislative record that shows her commitment to economic, racial, environmental, and reproductive justice.
Cut 4 (08) “…Congress.”
New Orleans Senator Troy Carter is also in the race and believes he can get things done during a contentious time in D-C…
cut 7 (09) “…happen”

LSU signed 19 players on the opening day of the early signing period and can fill out the class by signing six more. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins expects Coach Ed Orgeron to go after more offensive linemen…
cut 16 (10) “….the portal”