11:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

2015 was filled with big stories in Louisiana. In July, the bayou state was in the national headlines when John Russell Houser opened fire inside a Lafayette movie theater, killing two people, injuring nine others and then turning the gun on himself. Here’s one man who survived the attack…

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Also in 2015, Louisiana led the country in law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

One of the most popular gifts this holiday season is the hoverboard. But it seems that as soon as people unwrapped their hoverboard, it started sending them to the hospital. Dr. Russell Russo, a New Orleans Orthopedic Surgeon, says he has seen a spike in hoverboard injuries in the past few weeks…

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Russo feels the problem with hoverboards is that people jump on them and assume they’re just going to learn to ride with no issues.

University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley resigns from her post today. Woodley says one of the things she’s most proud of is working with partners to flip the narrative about higher education in the legislature where it’s no longer viewed as an expense but an investment…

cut 4 (09) “in Louisiana”

Woodley says she will look back on her three years as UL System President with fondness. Former Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau will serve as interim system president until a permanent replacement is found.

Governor Bobby Jindal held a Unified Command Group meeting to discuss response efforts to imminent flooding threats on the Mississippi and Red Rivers. Heavy rainfall over the past several weeks has raised concerns over the rising water levels in both rivers. Governor-elect John Bel Edwards was present to ensure his administration would be up to date in case flooding conditions persist after he’s sworn in on January 11th.

10:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

52-year-old Jeffery Ducote Sr. of Boyce is in jail on a three-million dollar bond after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and repeatedly raped her inside her home. Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Lt. Tommy Carnline says after the sexual assault, the victim fled her home and told authorities what happened to her…

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Ducote faces four counts of first-degree rape among other charges.

New Year’s Eve means many across the state will ring in the new year by shooting off fireworks in celebration. Deputy Chief with the State Fire Marshal’s office, Brent Thompson, has some tips to stay safe tonight….

cut 7 (08) “your hand”

Thompson says to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks.

It’s the second straight year LSU will have to find a new defensive coordinator as Kevin Steele has left Baton Rouge to become the new defensive coordinator at Auburn. Head coach Les Miles has the option to promote defensive line coach Ed Orgeron, but football analyst Mike Detillier doesn’t see that happening…

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Detillier believes Miles will go back to the list of candidates he used last year which included Wisconsin defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, Georgia Tech’s Ted Roof, Penn State’s Bob Shoop, and Oklahoma’s Mike Stoops.

Louisiana Tech offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Tony Peterson is leaving the program to take the same position at East Carolina University. Peterson leaves the Bulldogs after three seasons and led the Tech offense in two consecutive bowl victories. Tech has announced that former Bulldog and NFL quarterback Tim Rattay will move from outside receivers coach to replace Peterson as quarterbacks coach. No word, as of yet, on who will be named the new offensive coordinator.

09:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Don Molino reports…

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Today is the final day Burl Cain will serve as warden at Angola State Penitentiary. Cain put in his resignation after The Advocate newspaper published articles questioning whether his real estate deals with relatives and friends of inmates violated Department of Corrections rules. Cain is the longest serving warden in Angola history and has gained world-wide recognition for his efforts in reforming the prison.

It’s New Year’s Eve and many across Louisiana will ring in the new year by shooting off fireworks in celebration. Deputy Chief with the State Fire Marshal’s office, Brent Thompson, says you should only purchase fireworks from a licensed distributor, never online. He also advises people to never experiment with homemade fireworks…

cut 9 (05) “in jail”

Thompson says to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks and never give fireworks to children.

The Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office says 52-year-old Jeffery Ducote Sr of Boyce man is in jail on a three-million dollar bond after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and repeatedly raped her in her home. Lt. Tommy Carnline says evidence found in the home helped detectives develop Ducote as a suspect…

cut 14 (06) “so quickly”

Carnline says Ducote told his victim that he was looking for a person who used to live there. Ducote faces multiple charges including four counts of first-degree rape.

08:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

After announcing her resignation last month, today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Woodley says she will look back on her time as UL System President with fondness. As far as her future plans go, Woodley is remaining mum on that…

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Until a permanent replacement is found, former Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau will serve as interim system president.

After just one season, defensive coordinator Kevin Steele has left the LSU football team to accept the same position at Auburn. The list of candidates LSU used last year to hire Steele recently became public and football analyst Mike Detillier believes head coach Les Miles will go back to that list to replace him…

cut 11 (11) “at LSU”

The list includes Wisconsin defensive coordinator Dave Aranda and Oklahoma’s Mike Stoops.

52-year-old Boyce man is in jail on a three-million dollar bond after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and repeatedly raped her. Lt. Tommy Carnline, with the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s office, says Jeffery Ducote Sr knocked on the door at the victim’s home, held a brief conversation with the woman, and then brandished a handgun to get inside…

cut 13 (09) “terrible act”

Ducote faces four counts of first-degree rape plus other charges.

Fireworks will light the night sky tonight in celebration of New Year’s Eve. Deputy Chief Fire Marshall Brent Thompson urges you to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks. He says to never give children fireworks, even if you think they are small and harmless…

cut 8 (07) “millisecond”

Thompson says make sure to only purchase fireworks from a licensed distributor, never online.

07:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

The drop in oil prices continues to lead to job losses in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Baton Rouge Police has arrested a woman accused of fatally shooting her boyfriend Wednesday. When officers responded to a call about a shooting, they found 23-year-old Reginald Lee suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. He was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Authorities arrested 23-year-old Jalisa Wilson on a charge of second degree murder. Police have not released a motive for the shooting.

University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley steps down from her position today. Woodley feels she’s made a difference in higher education during her three years as UL System President…

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She will stay on in an advisory capacity until March 15th.

LSU has to find a new defensive coordinator. After guiding the Tigers defense for one season, Kevin Steele has left Baton Rouge to become the new defensive coordinator at Auburn. Football analyst Mike Detillier is shocked another SEC school would be interested in Steele after LSU’s defense took a step back from what it was under previous defensive coordinator John Chavis…

cut 10 (10) “in the season”

It’s the second straight year LSU will have to find a new defensive coordinator.

06:45 Sportscast December 31, 2015

After just one season, defensive coordinator Kevin Steele has left the LSU football team to accept the same position at Auburn. The list of candidates LSU used last year to hire Steele recently became public and football analyst Mike Detillier believes head coach Les Miles will go back to that list to replace him…

cut 11 (11) “at LSU”

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, Georgia Tech’s Ted Roof, Penn State’s Bob Shoop, and Oklahoma’s Mike Stoops are some of the individuals Miles spoke with last year.

In college basketball action Wednesday, Jackson State belted Southeastern Louisiana 89-66. The Lions’ Zay Jackson led all scorers with 23. Southeastern has now lost five straight and are winless on the road this season. The Lions begin Southland Conference play Saturday at home against Stephen F. Austin.

The Saints final regular season game is this Sunday as the Black and Gold visit Atlanta. New Orleans will look to end the season on a two-game winning streak, but that won’t be good enough to avoid a second straight losing season. Quarterback Drew Brees says despite missing the playoffs again, he feels good about the future because of the character and leadership that’s on the team…

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Doug Atkins, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and a member of that very first Saints team, has passed away at the age of 85. Atkins died of natural causes. The six-foot-eight defensive lineman played for the Black and Gold from 1967-69.

Tonight, the Pelicans host the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers will be without Blake Griffin who injured his left quad on Christmas Day. Although they’ve lost two of their last three, the Pels are riding a season high three game home winning streak.

06:30 Newscast December 31, 2015

Tonight is New Year’s Eve and thousands of people will be shooting off fireworks in celebration. Deputy Chief Fire Marshall Brent Thompson has some tips to stay safe tonight if you plan on using fireworks.

cut 7 (08) “your hand”

Thompson says it’s always safest to view a large public fireworks display.

Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Woodley announced her resignation last month. She says one of the things she’s most proud of is working with partners to flip the narrative about higher education in the legislature where it’s no longer viewed as an expense but an investment…

cut 4 (09) “in Louisiana”

Former Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau will serve as interim system president until a permanent replacement is found.

LSU is searching for a new defensive coordinator after Kevin Steele leaves the Tigers to become the new D-C at Auburn. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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AM Newscall December 31, 2015 **Correction**

Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Don Molino reports…

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The drop in oil prices continues to lead to job losses in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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LSU is searching for a new defensive coordinator after Kevin Steele leaves the Tigers to become the new D-C at Auburn. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 3 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Woodley announced her resignation last month. She says one of the things she’s most proud of is working with partners to flip the narrative about higher education in the legislature where it’s no longer viewed as an expense but an investment…

cut 4 (09) “in Louisiana”

Former Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau will serve as interim system president until a permanent replacement is found. Woodley feels she’s made a difference in higher education during her three years as UL System President…

Cut 5 (09) “retention rates”

She will stay on in an advisory capacity until March 15th. Woodley says she will look back on her time as UL System President with fondness. As far as her future plans go, Woodley is remaining mum on that…

Cut 6 (08) “will be”

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Tonight is New Year’s Eve and many will ring in the new year by shooting off fireworks in celebration. Deputy Chief with the State Fire Marshal’s office, Brent Thompson, has some tips to stay safe tonight….

CUT 7 (08) “your hand”

Thompson says to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks. He says to never give children fireworks, even if you think they are small and harmless.

Cut 8 (07) “millisecond”

Thompson says make sure to only purchase fireworks from a licensed distributor, never online. He also advises people to never experiment with homemade fireworks.

Cut 9 (05) “in jail”

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LSU has to find a new defensive coordinator. After guiding the Tigers defense for one season, Steele has left Baton Rouge to become the new defensive coordinator at Auburn. Football analyst Mike Detillier is shocked another SEC school would be interested in Steele after LSU’s defense took a step back from what it was under previous defensive coordinator John Chavis

Cut 10 (10) “in the season”

It’s the second straight year LSU will have to find a new defensive coordinator. The list of candidates last year recently became public and Detillier believes head coach Les Miles will go back to that list

cut 11 (11) “at LSU”

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, Georgia Tech’s Ted Roof, Penn State’s Bob Shoop, and Oklahoma’s Mike Stoops are some of the individuals Miles spoke with last year. Miles also has the option to promote defensive line coach Ed Orgeron, but Detillier doesn’t see that happening

Cut 12 (05) “the family”

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A 52-year-old Boyce man is in jail on a three-million dollar bond after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and repeatedly raped her. Lt. Tommy Carnline, with the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s office, says Jeffery Ducote Sr knocked on the door at the victim’s home, held a brief conversation with the woman, and then brandished a handgun to get inside her house…

Cut 13 (09) “terrible act”

Carnline says Ducote told his victim that he was looking for a person who used to live there. He says evidence found in the home helped detectives develop Ducote as a suspect…

Cut 14 (06) “so quickly”

Ducote faces four counts of first-degree rape plus other charges. Carnline says after the sexual assault, the victim fled her home and told authorities what happened to her

Cut 15 (11) “that time”

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The Saints final regular season game is this Sunday as the Black and Gold visit Atlanta. New Orleans will look to end the season on a two-game winning streak, but that won’t be good enough to avoid a second straight losing season. Quarterback Drew Brees says despite missing the playoffs again, he feels good about the future because of the character and leadership that’s on the team

Cut 16 (15) “move forward”

But will Brees be a part of the Saints future? The future Hall of Famer is entering the final year of his contract, but Brees laughs at any of the reports that suggest he might not be back next year…

Cut 17 (19) “I chuckle”

Some young wide receivers have emerged this year. Brandin Cooks and Willie Snead have combined to catch 145 passes and 12 touchdowns. Brees says the future is bright for the Saints

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LRN AM Newscall December 31

Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Don Molino reports…

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The drop in oil prices continues to lead to job losses in Louisiana. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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LSU is searching for a new defensive coordinator after Kevin Steele leaves the Tigers to become the new D-C at Auburn. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 3 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Today is University of Louisiana System President Sandra Woodley’s last day on the job. Woodley announced her resignation last month. She says one of the things she’s most proud of is working with partners to flip the narrative about higher education in the legislature where it’s no longer viewed as an expense but an investment…

cut 4  (09)  “in Louisiana”

Former Louisiana Tech President Dan Reneau will serve as interim system president until a permanent replacement is found. Woodley feels she’s made a difference in higher education during her three years as UL System President…

Cut 5  (09)  “retention rates”

She will stay on in an advisory capacity until March 15th. Woodley says she will look back on her time as UL System President with fondness. As far as her future plans go, Woodley is remaining mum on that…

Cut 6 (08)  “will be”

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Tonight is New Year’s Eve and many will ring in the new year by shooting off fireworks. Deputy Chief with the State Fire Marshal’s office, Brent Thompson, has some tips to stay safe tonight….

CUT 7 (08)  “your hand”

Thompson says to exercise extreme caution when handling fireworks. He says to never give children fireworks, even if you think they are small and harmless.

Cut 8  (07)  “millisecond”

Thompson says make sure to only purchase fireworks from a licensed distributor, never online. He also advises people to never experiment with homemade fireworks.

Cut 9 (05)  “in jail”

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LSU has to find a new defensive coordinator. After guiding the Tigers defense for one season, Steele has left Baton Rouge to become the new defensive coordinator at Auburn. Football analyst Mike Detillier is shocked another SEC school would be interested in Steele after LSU’s defense took a step back from what it was under previous defensive coordinator John Chavis

Cut 10 (10) “in the season” 

It’s the second straight year LSU will have to find a new defensive coordinator. The list of candidates last year recently became public and  Detillier believes head coach Les Miles will go back to that list

cut 11 (11) “at LSU”

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Dave Aranda, Georgia Tech’s Ted Roof, Penn State’s Bob Shoop, and Oklahoma’s Mike Stoops are some of the individuals Miles spoke with last year. Miles also has the option to promote defensive line coach Ed Orgeron, but Detillier doesn’t see that happening

Cut 12 (05) “the family”

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A 52-year-old Boyce man is in jail on a three-million dollar bond after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and repeatedly raped her.  Lt. Tommy Carnline, with the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s office, says Jeffery Ducote Sr knocked on the door at the victim’s home, held a brief conversation with the woman, and then brandished a handgun to get inside her house…

Cut 13 (09)  “terrible act”

Carnline says Ducote told his victim that he was looking for a person who used to live there. He says evidence found in the home helped detectives develop Ducote as a suspect…

Cut 14 (06) “so quickly”

Ducote faces four counts of first-degree rape plus other charges. Carnline says after the sexual assault, the victim fled her home and told authorities what happened to her

Cut 15  (11) “that time”

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The Saints final regular season game is this Sunday as the Black and Gold visit Atlanta. New Orleans will look to end the season on a two-game losing streak, but that won’t be good enough to avoid a second straight losing streak. Quarterback Drew Brees says despite missing the playoffs again, he feels good about the future because of the character and leadership that’s on the team

Cut 16  (15)  “move forward”

But will Brees be a part of the Saints future? The future Hall of Famer is entering the final year of his contract, but Brees laughs at any of the reports that suggest he might not be back next year…

Cut 17 (19) “I chuckle”

Some young wide receivers have emerged this year. Brandin Cooks and Willie Snead have combined to catch 145 passes and 12 touchdowns. Brees says the future is bright for the Saints

Cut 18 (19) “a time”

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LRN Newscast 17:30 December 30

The imminent threat of flooding along the Mississippi and Red Rivers has led to Governor Bobby Jindal declaring a state of emergency. The action paves the way for the state to prepare for the potential of flooding along those two rivers because, high crests are projected as a result of recent storms across the south and middle United States.

The state’s fiscal situation is worse than previously thought, according to Jay Dardenne, who is the budget architect for Governor-elect John Bel Edwards. Dardenne says the revenue shortfall for this fiscal year has grown to 750-million dollars, thanks to a drop in oil prices and a slump in corporate income and sales taxes…
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Dardenne projects the budget shortfall for next fiscal year at 1-point-9 billion dollars, and everything is on the table to address this situation, including higher taxes.

LSU has lost its defensive coordinator to Auburn. After spending just one season in Baton Rouge, Kevin Steele is bolting the Tigers for the same job at Auburn. Steele guided an LSU defense that allowed 347 yards a game this year, which is ranked as the 27th best mark in the country.

Total employment in Louisiana declined by more than 30-thousand from November 2014 to 15. The Louisiana Workforce Commission says low oil prices have led to thousands of jobs lost in Lafyaettee and the Houma-Thibodaux areas.

State Police says an Independence Police Officer is under arrest accused of using his position to steal money from non-English speaking Hispanic males during traffic stops. Spokesman Dustin Dwight says 25-year-old Laquinton Banks was arrested for three felony charges, theft, malfeasance in office and a hate crime…
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Dwight says Banks stole 16-hundred dollars during four separate traffic stops.