9:30 LRN Newscast Oct 21

37-year-old Bryan Cage of Zachary turned himself in Thursday after Sunday’s violent road rage incident put the victim in the hospital. Ascension Parish Sheriff Bobby Webre says Cage is charged with second-degree battery and hit and run which is a felony and this was not Cage’s first run-in with the law.

Cut 5 (12) “…looks like.”

He says more charges could be added and that there was possibly a person in the truck with Cage.

Incumbent U.S. Senator John Kennedy is under fire from critics for not committing to debate his challengers. During an interview on 710 AM KEEL in Shreveport, Kennedy was asked directly if he was dodging debates.

Cut 10 (11) “…an axe to grind.” 

Early voting for the November 8th election begins on Tuesday.

Baton Rouge Police say nine people were shot at a fraternity house near the Southern University campus this morning. None of the injuries are considered life-threatening and no arrests have been announced.

A state Legislative Auditor’s report to lawmakers says – like it or not – we need higher gas taxes for roads and bridges…and high fees for electric vehicles too. Jeff Palermo explains.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” 

The Saints are now 2-and-5 on the season after losing to the Arizona Cardinals 42-34 last night.