Protests are erupting after the shooter of former-NFL star Joe McKnight was released from police custody. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand says 54-year-old Ronald Gasser there were 3 casings located inside the vehicle, and there was no video. Normand says Gasser admitted to shooting McKnight, but has not been charged pending the outcome of the investigation.

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The case is in the hands of the District Attorney.

A suspect in the fatal shooting on Bourbon Street following the Bayou Classic last weekend has been arrested. New Orleans Police Chief Michael Harrison said 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2nd degree murder in the shooting death of Demontris Toliver.

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The other suspect is still at large.

Louisiana is in for a wet weekend as the cold front that passed us earlier in the week is turning back toward the state. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we have about three to four wet days in front of us. He says northern parishes can expect to see anywhere from five to seven inches of rain.

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Keim says the state could use this wet weather after the drought we’ve seen across the state.

First Lady Donna Edwards is preparing her first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion, after Louisiana’s First Family was displaced during the August flood. Edwards says she worked closely with other former First Ladies to spruce up the Mansion.

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She hosted a Joyeux Noel celebration at the mansion today to show off the improvements she’s made.

Southern Lab took home the LHSAA Division 4 football championship today after defeating Ascension Episcopal in the Dome, 36-9. Riverside defeated St. Charles in Division III, 29-7. St. Thomas More is taking on Parkview Baptist this evening in Division 2. Scotlandville plays Evangel Christian at 8:30.

Grambling State will face Alcorn in the SWAC Championship game tomorrow. Tigers Coach Broderick Fobbs says he likes that they’re on taking on the two time defending conference champion Braves…:
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In the Sun Belt, in state rivals UL Lafayette will take the field with ULM tomorrow afternoon in Malone Stadium. If the Ragin Cajuns win this one they will likely end up in the New Orleans Bowl.

In C-USA, Louisiana Tech travels to face Western Kentucky.

Alabama coach Nick Saban told reporters today that offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin is definitely ready to be head coach again. Kiffin is reported to be the top choice to be LSU head coach Ed Orgeron’s new OC, and also that he’s in the mix for head coaching jobs at Houston and Oregon. SBNation.com reports Kiffin would interview with Houston Sunday.

There are new details coming out in the case of former John Curtis star and NFL player Joe McKnight who was killed in an apparent road rage incident. The NAACP is livid that the shooter, 54-year-old Ronald Gasser, who is white, was released from custody without being charged. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand…:
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According to a release, McKnight exited his car and was shot by Gasser as he approached the shooter’s passenger window.

Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand held a news conference today to update the case of the death of former NFL player Joe McKnight during an apparent road rage incident. Multiple protests are taking place over the fact that the shooter, 54-year-old Ronald Gasser, was released claiming self defense. Normand responds to a report that McKnight was trying to resolve the issue with Gasser…:
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The case is in the hands of the DA.

EMS is responding to a chlorine release at DOW Chemical Plant in Plaquemine Friday afternoon. Iberville Fire is responding to reports of a chlorine release at the plant. All non-essential employees were instructed to leave the plant. No injuries have currently been reported.

Police say a suspect is behind bars following the fatal shooting on Bourbon Street that took one life and left 9 others injured. Michelle Southern has more…:
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The state is in for plenty of rain this weekend, but State Climatologist Barry Keim says we could use it because of the drought conditions throughout Louisiana…:
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Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand today urged people not to rush to judgment in the fatal shooting of former John Curtis standout and NFL player Joe McKnight, Jr. Emelie Gunn reports…:

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Governor John Bel Edwards announces FEMA and the National Flood Insurance Program have extended the deadline for submitting proof of loss for claims resulting from the August flood. Edwards filed for the claim extension last week. The extension means policy holders will have a total of 180 days after the loss to provide proof to providers.

Wet weather is in the forecast for much of Louisiana. State climatologist Barry Keim says the front that crossed the state earlier this week has turned around back towards the state. He says severe weather threats are minimal with this front, and temperatures will remain mild.

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Keim says we can expect three or four days of wet weather.

The First Family of Louisiana is getting ready to celebrate their first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion after being displaced because of the August flood. First Lady Donna Edwards is hosting a Joyeaux Noel today to show off improvements she’s made.

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Today’s event will benefit the Louisiana Governor’s Mansion Preservation Foundation.

Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand held a news conference today to update the case of the death of former NFL player Joe McKnight during an apparent road rage incident. Multiple protests are taking place over the fact that the shooter, 54-year-old Ronald Gasser, was released claiming self defense. Normand warned against spreading rumors:
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According to a release, McKnight exited his car and was shot by Gasser as he approached the shooter’s passenger window.

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Officials say the case is now in the hands of the DA. The investigation is ongoing.

An arrest has been made in the case of the Bourbon Street shooting that left Demontris Toliver dead and 9 others injured. NOPD Chief Michael Harrison says 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2nd degree murder. He says a multi-agency investigation led to his arrest…:
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A second suspect is at large.

The Edwards’ family is getting in the holiday spirit as they will spend their first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion. First Lady Donna Edwards says they’ve revamped the backyard since moving back in after the home flooded…:
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She says after taking on about 7 feet of water in the basement she hopes displaying Louisiana’s French heritage

Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Norman is slated to hold a news conference at this hour to provide updates in the case of the death of former NFL player Joe McKnight and the releasing of the shooter from custody. Members of the NAACP held a rally to protest the release of the shooter, Ronald Gasser. This protester says this case would be handled much differently if the races were revered…:
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Officials say the case is now in the hands of the DA. The investigation is ongoing.

The state is in for plenty of rain this weekend, but State Climatologist Barry Keim says we could use it because of the drought conditions throughout Louisiana…:
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An arrest has been made in the case of the Bourbon Street shooting that left Demontris Toliver dead and 9 others injured. NOPD Chief Michael Harrison says 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2nd degree murder. He says the investigation is ongoing as they continue their search for the other suspect and try to identify a motive…:
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First Lady Donna Edwards is preparing her first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion. The Edwards’ were flooded out of their home, but they are back now and ready for the holidays. Mrs. Edwards says she worked closely with other former First Ladies to spruce up the Mansion…:
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She is hosting a Joyeux Noel celebration at her home this afternoon at 3 p.m. to show off the improvements she’s made.

One of two suspects in the case of the fatal shooting on Bourbon Street following the Bayou Classic last weekend has been arrested. New Orleans Police Chief Michael Harrison said 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2nd degree murder….:
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He says they believe the two had an ongoing dispute and just happened to run into each other when the shooting took place. 1 man died and 9 other people were injured.

Local chapters of the NAACP say they are outraged that the shooter in the killing of former NFL and John Curtis football player Joe McKnight was released from jail. The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office said that investigators are counseling with the DA’s office on whether they should formally charge 54-year-old Ronald Gasser. NAACP head Morris Reed said they believe a black man was lynched yesterday and they demand answers. I news conference is slated for this hour with the JPSO.

Louisiana is in for a wet weekend as the cold front that passed us earlier in the week is turning back toward the state. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we have about three to four wet days in front of us. He says northern parishes can expect to see anywhere from five to seven inches of rain…:
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Keim says the upside to this wet weather is it will likely eliminate most of the drought we’ve seen across the state.

The state select championships are underway today in the Dome. The action kicked off at 10 this morning where Southern Lab is looking to repeat against Ascension Episcopal who is making its first appearance. In the Division 2 game, St. Thomas More looks for its first state title against defending champ Parkview. Scotlandville also looks for its first state championship against Evangel.

Grambling State will face Alcorn State in the SWAC Championship game tomorrow afternoon in Houston. The Tigers handled the Braves with ease when the teams played in late September, winning 43-18. Grambling Coach Broderick Fobbs says they are working on keeping in mind what the strengths and weaknesses are with Alcorn…:
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Grambling is averaging 44 points per game, a total that ranks fourth nationally in the Football Championship Subdivision.

In other college football action around the state this weekend…

In the Sun Belt, in state rivals UL Lafayette will take the field with ULM tomorrow afternoon in Malone Stadium. If the Ragin Cajuns win this one they will likely end up in the New Orleans Bowl.

In C-USA, Louisiana Tech travels to face Western Kentucky.

The man police say shot and killed former-NFL running back Joe McKnight has been released from police custody, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. McKnight was one of the best high school football players in the nation when he attended John Curtis. His former coach JT Curtis says McKnight was a great man…:
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Authorities say the shooter, 54-year-old Ronald Gasser claimed self-defense in the road range incident. Investigators say they are consulting the District Attorney’s Office on whether or not to file charges.

An arrest has been made in the case of the Bourbon Street shooting that left Demontris Toliver dead and 9 others injured. NOPD Chief Michael Harrison says 20-year-old Jordan Clay of Lafayette has been charged with 2^nd degree murder. He says a multi-agency investigation led to his arrest.

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Harrison says Clay was arrested in St. Martin parish, where he is currently being held as he awaits extradition to New Orleans. A second shooter remains at large.

The man police say shot and killed former-NFL running back Joe McKnight has been released from police custody, according to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say 54-year-old Ronald Gasser has not been formally charged, as he claimed self-defense in the shooting that followed a road rage incident yesterday afternoon. Investigators say they are consulting the District Attorney’s Office on whether or not to file charges.

Republican John Kennedy is leading in the US Senate race a week before the runoff, according to a new poll from Southern Media and Opinion Research. Pollster Bernie Pinsonat says the State Treasurer has been popular statewide for several years because he’s been critical of government spending.

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The poll also finds 58-percent of respondents have a favorable view of Kennedy.

The Edwards’ family is getting in the holiday spirit as they will spend their first Christmas in the Governor’s Mansion. The family was displaced during the August flooding but are now settling back into life in the mansion. First Lady Donna Edwards is hosting a Joyeux Noel celebration at her home this afternoon at 3 p.m. to show off the improvements she’s made.

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Guests of the event will be treated with holiday snacks, music and a special visit from Papa Noel.