07:30 Newscast August 7th, 2014

With the horrible Ebola outbreak happening in West Africa, you may be wondering if we’re threatened by it in Louisiana. DHH Medical Director Dr. Frank Welch says no but staying educated about the seriousness of the disease is a good idea. He says you cannot contract Ebola very easily like, for example, the flu…:
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He says there are no reports of Ebola being transmitted in the United States.

A new 14-million dollar laboratory for animal and food science research is open for business on the LSU Baton Rouge campus. LSU Ag Center Associate Vice Chancellor Phil Elzer says the state-of-the-art research and teaching facility has spacious labs and three-million dollars in new equipment…:
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He says this is huge for the LSU animal and food science program.

It’s now against the law to use your cell phone in a school zone. State Police wants you to keep that in mind as the kids head back to class this week. Scott Carwile has that…:
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A fire has been controlled and extinguished after the gift shop went ablaze Wednesday night on the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville. The flames were dangerously close to the historic building in West Feliciana Parish, but firefighters were able to save the main building. There is no word yet of what caused the fire.

06:45 Sportscast August 7th, 2014

Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been making some progress to work his way back from an oblique strain that has kept him on the sidelines at practice now for five days. Coach Sean Payton says Brees is still day to day and hasn’t made the call yet on whether or not the QB will play in tomorrow night’s preseason opener against the Rams on the road.

Saints owner Tom Benson left training camp in West Virginia early a day after he was hospilized due a shortness of breath Tuesday in the high altitude of the Greenbrier resort. A team spokesman says Benson had to tend to some business at the New Orleans team offices today and that he’s doing fine but he will miss Friday’s game.

Preseason contests begin tonight.

Former LSU star and Baltimore pitcher Kevin Gausman is becoming an ace in Major League baseball. He’s 3-1 with a 3.97 ERA for the Orioles this season.

New Louisiana Tech defensive coordinator Manny Diaz is installing his scheme during fall camp in Ruston. Diaz says it’s important that the system is not so complicated that the players are slow to react….
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The pressure is on Diaz to get the Bulldog defensive players up to speed on their responsibilities, because Tech visits third ranked Oklahoma in the season opener.

LSU officials announce they are working on plans to improve fan experience and that’s why they’ve added 2300 new parking spots on campus and plan to contra-flow south Nicholson Drive after the games from now on. 1500 of the new spots don’t require a parking pass they say.

06:30 Newscast August 7th, 2014

As most kids head back to the classroom this week State Police is reminding motorists that cell phones are now banned, by law, in a school zone. Trooper Jared Sandifer says using your hand held cell phone at all in a school zone is now illegal…:
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Sandifer says a first violation of the cell phone school zone ban is a $175 fine and subsequent violations can be up to $500.

The LSU Alumni Association President is speaking out against a lawsuit alleging he offered lifetime payoffs to a former female employee with whom he was reportedly having a sexual relationship. In a statement released Wednesday, Dr. Charlie Roberts said he was “blindsided” by the accusations, and responded that the charges claiming he paid off Kay Heath – when she was let go – are false. Roberts is being represented by high-profile attorney Mary Olive Pierson.

The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in West Africa now stands at 932, according to the World Health Organizations. DHH Medical Director Dr. Frank Welch says there is no real threat of an outbreak in Louisiana, but residents should educate themselves on the seriousness of this Ebola outbreak…:
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He says the Ebola virus is spread by very close personal contact with an infected person through their bodily fluids.

AM Newscall August 7, 2014

As summer winds down and we look toward the fall, it looks like another banner year for the film industry in Louisiana. Eric Gill has the story…

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The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in west Africa now stands at 932, according to the World Health Organizations.  Should people in Louisiana be concerned?  Eric Gill has more…

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As most kids head back to the classroom this week State Police is reminding motorists that cell phones are now banned, by law, in a school zone. Scott Carwile has that…:

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A new 14-million dollar laboratory for animal and food science research is open for business on the LSU Baton Rouge campus. LSU Ag Center Associate Vice Chancellor Phil Elzer says the state-of-the-art research and teaching facility has spacious labs and three-million dollars in new equipment…

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Elzer says the renovated animal and food science laboratory will help LSU attract more students and faculty who want to perform cutting edge research…

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State funding helped revitalized the two-story, 49-thousand square foot building. Construction began in early 2012. He says the facility is unique because it brings veterinary, animal and food sciences all under one roof…

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The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in West Africa now stands at 932, according to the World Health Organizations.  Medical Director for the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals Dr. Frank Welch says there is no real threat of an outbreak in Louisiana, but residents should educate themselves on the seriousness of this Ebola outbreak…

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He says there are no cases of Ebola transmitted in the United States.  Two American aid workers have the virus, but were infected in Africa.  He says, as a precaution, all hospitals in Louisiana have been alerted about the signs and symptoms of Ebola and how to do a screening…

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Welch says the Ebola virus is spread by very close personal contact with an infected person through their bodily fluids.  He says that’s why many cases now are health care workers caring for patients with Ebola.  Welch says you cannot contract Ebola very easily like, for example, the flu…

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As summer winds down and we look toward the fall, it looks like another banner year for the film industry in Louisiana. Jurassic World, Pitch Perfect 2, Terminator 5, and a new Fantastic Four movie were all filmed here this year. Executive Director of Louisiana Entertainment, Chris Stelly, says there are more movie productions scheduled for the Bayou State…

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Stelly says we’re currently in a standard industry lull following a busy spring and summer. He says things are certainly coming in for the last few months of the year. Stelly says a couple of major television shows are in production in Louisiana, too…

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Stelly says the number of projects filmed in Louisiana have steadily increased over the past few years. He says the future of the film industry in Louisiana looks bright…

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As most kids head back to the classroom this week State Police is reminding motorists that cell phones are now banned, by law, in a school zone. Trooper Jared Sandifer says using your hand held cell phone at all in a school zone is now illegal…:

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Sandifer says the law prohibits the use of any wireless device for engaging in a voice call, accessing, reading or posting to a social media site and/or writing, sending or reading a text message. He says cops will be out enforcing this law…:

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Sandifer says a first violation of the cell phone school zone ban is a $175 fine and subsequent violations can be up to $500. He says when you’re having any type of interaction on your phone you may think that you’re focused on the road but you’re not…:

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17:30 Newscast August 6, 2014

Governor Jindal wants a judge to rule Louisiana’s public schools can NOT use testing material tied to the Common Core education standards. Attorney Jimmy Faircloth filed the petition in state court today on Jindal’s behalf. Faircloth says the governor’s argument is the Common Core test is an illegal attempt to federalize education in the state…

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This issue also has a lawsuit from the other side, filed by parents and teachers who say Jindal violated the constitution when his administration suspended the testing contract tied to Common Core.

A recent poll asked consumers how they feel about their cell phones. Here’s what some Louisianians would like to see on their phones…

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Poll respondents named “ease of use” as their number one concern with 29 percent of the vote.

The Morgan City Police Department says more arrests could be coming in the cruelty to the infirm case which put a 22-year-old woman behind bars this week. Assistant Chief Mark Griffin says the investigation began in January when they got a complaint from a family member regarding people living with a 54-year-old disabled woman…

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Bethany Daigle is charged with cruelty to the infirm, exploitation of the infirm, and felony unauthorized use of an access card.

The Cameron Parish Sheriff’s Office says an inmate who escaped from jail last night, is back in custody today. Sheriff Ron Johnson says 45-year-old James Lacombe overpowered a guard, slipped through a door, then kicked in a weak spot in the wall. Johnson says he did not act alone…

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Johnson says Lacombe has a long criminal history and they are glad he’s back behind bars.

16:30 08-06-14

The legal wrangling over the Common Core Curriculum continues, as attorney Jimmy Faircloth has filed a petition in state court on behalf of Governor Bobby Jindal to stop the testing. Faircloth says that Common Core calling the shots on state testing violates the law…:
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There’s still no agreement on what is to be done with this 2014-15 school year.

The LSU Alumni Association President is speaking out about a lawsuit filed on Friday where it is alleged he offered lifetime payoffs to an female employee with whom he reportedly having a sexual relationship. In a statement released today, Dr. Charlie Roberts said he was “blindsided” by the accusations, and responded that the charges of him trying to pay off Kay Heath – when she was let go – are false.
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A Cameron Parish Jail inmate is back in custody after a massive overnight search following his escape last night. Sheriff Ron Johnson says 45 year-old James Lacombe had some outside help in getting out, but he also believes there was some human error on the prison end…:
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Johnson says Lacombe had a long criminal history, so they’re glad to have him back behind bars.

The new iphone 6 will be here next month, and insiders are saying there will be many benefits that users are looking for, along with some surprises. So we asked around the state, “What do you want on your phone?”
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Most everyone we talked with are getting tired of the gimmicks.

LRN Sportscast 16:45 for Aug 6

Today, the Saints go through their final practices before Friday’s preseason opener against St. Louis. Defensive Coordinator Rob Ryan likes the progress he’s seen from the defense and hopes it continues…
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Coach Sean Payton said today a decision hasn’t been made over whether Quarterback Drew Brees will play on Friday night. He was not in pads again today, because of an oblique injury, but Payton says Brees is feeling better.

Saints spokesman Greg Bensel says Owner Tom Benson will NOT be at Friday’s preseason game in St. Louis. But Bensel says Benson is back in New Orleans and working in the office after having troubles breathing while watching practice yesterday morning.

LSU running back Leonard Fournette worked with the veterans during the morning practice today. Fournette had been practicing with his fellow freshmen in the afternoon. The first full squad practice is tomorrow.

ULM is working out in full pads today as they get ready to conduct scrimmage on Saturday. Warhawks Head Coach Todd Berry says they are still in the evaluation period of fall camp….
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In Lafayette, James Willis says he’s seeing a higher comfort level with the players in his second season as the Ragin Cajuns defensive coordinator…
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On the other side of the football….sophomore Brooks Haack is taking snaps as the number two quarterback. Coach Mark Hudspeth says he has confidence in Haack, if Terrance Broadway went down with an injury.

15:30 08-06-14

There was a time when Governor Bobby Jindal was a supporter of the Common Core Curriculum. Well not anymore. Today Attorney Jimmy Faircloth filed a petition in state court on behalf of Jindal, saying the Constitution prohibits such interference from the feds that would dictate what our kids would be taught in school…:
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There has also been a lawsuit filed on behalf of parents and educators against Jindal, and his move to ban Common Core
Saints owner Tom Benson is back in New Orleans after his brief hospitalization yesterday, after experiencing breathing problems at the West Virginia training camp. The 87 year-old Benson arrived late yesterday and was in the office today, according to team spokesman Greg Bensel (BEN suhl). He says he is feeling fine.

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The Morgan City Police Department is looking for other people who may be involved in neglecting a 54-year-old disabled woman. Michelle Southern has that…:
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An inmate who escaped from the Cameron Parish Jail last night is back in custody. Deputies say 45 year-old James Lacombe took off througha weak spot in the wall…:
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That’s Cameron Parish Sheriff Ron Johnson.

14:30 08-06-14

There’s more legal action today in the dispute over Common Core. Jeff Palermo with more…
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The State Department of Education has been working on a new high school planner, to help students with their future goals. Now, it has been published, just in time for the beginning of school. State Superintendent of Education John White says there will also be online information and upcoming webinars.

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The Cameron Parish Sheriff’s Office says an inmate who had escaped from the jail last night is back in custody. Sheriff Ron Johnson says 45 year-old James Lacombe went missing around 9:30 pm last night…:
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Johnson said they caught up with Lacombe just before 11 this morning.

With a new iphone coming out in about a month, many Louisianians we talked with today are expressing what they are looking for in a new phone…
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In our survey, 89% say they want longer battery life.

PM Newscall August 6th 2014

The Morgan City Police Department is looking for other people who may be involved in neglecting a 54-year-old disabled woman. Michelle Southern has that…:

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There’s more legal action today in the dispute over Common Core. Jeff Palermo has more…

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The Morgan City Police Department says more arrests could be coming in the cruelty to the infirm case which put a 22-year-old woman behind bars this week. Assistant Chief Mark Griffin says detectives began the investigation in January when they got a complaint from a family member regarding people living with a 54-year-old disabled woman…:

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Griffin says they identified one suspect, Bethany Daigle, who is also accused of using the victim’s debit card…:

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Griffin says they believe Daigle and the victim were roommates and there were other people living in the home they are currently trying to locate. He says Daigle is charged with cruelty to the infirm, exploitation of the infirm and felony unauthorized use of an access card. Griffin says the suspect and victim were not related…:

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Governor Jindal wants a judge to rule Louisiana’s public schools can NOT use testing material tied to the Common Core education standards. Attorney Jimmy Faircloth filed the petition in state court today on behalf Jindal. Faircloth says the governor’s argument is the Common Core test is an illegal attempt to federalize education in the state..

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At one time Jindal was a supporter of Common Core, but now describes the controversial education standards as an attempt by the federal government to interfere with local education. Faircloth says the Constitution prohibits such interference…

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Faircloth’s argument is that standardized testing associated with Common Core allows the federal government to decide what is taught in Louisiana public schools and that violates the law…

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(This issue also has a lawsuit from the other side, filed by parents and teachers who say Jindal violated the constitution when his administration suspended the testing contract tied to Common Core.)

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A recent poll asking consumers how they feel about their cell phones shows that most people are tired of gimmicks, but want improvements to things like batteries and GPS. We asked these Louisianans what improvements they’d like to see on their phone…:

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Poll respondents named “ease of use” as their number one concern with 29% of the vote. Coming in next was better reception, the battery life followed by apps. Just 3% of people said they cared about quirky, unique features such as Samsung’s eyeball-tracking technology. These Louisianans are keeping it simple with their preferred upgrades…:

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The survey found that a phone with a better battery life would be purchase by 89% of those polled. A waterproof body and zoom camera lens were also among improvements consumers would like to see to their phones. We asked these Louisianans what improvements they’d like to see…:

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The Cameron Parish Sheriff’s office says after an overnight search, an inmate who escaped from the jail there last night is back in custody. Sheriff Ron Johnson says 45-year-old James Lacombe went missing around 9:30pm last night…:

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Johnson says Lacombe overpowered a guard and slipped through a door then kicked in a weak spot in the wall to escape. He says the man did not act alone in this…:

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Johnson says Lacombe had a long criminal history including armed robbery, carnal knowledge of a juvenile and had even been convicted on some violent crimes so they are glad this man is back behind bars. He says they believe human error led to the escape…:

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