Nice victory for the Saints yesterday as they defeated the Panthers 34-13 in Charlotte. Carolina came into the game ranked number one in the NFL in total defense. But the Saints were able to sustain a balanced attack with the run and the pass throughout the game. Head Coach Sean Payton…
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Before the game, ten Saints players sat on the bench during the national anthem. On Friday, President Donald Trump said NFL owners should fire palyers who protest during the national anthem. Quarterback Drew Brees doesn’t agree with the President, but believes you should stand during the national anthem…
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Thanks to some big plays, LSU defeated Syracuse 35-to-26 on Saturday to improve its record to 3-1. Head Coach Ed Orgeron says it was a good win after losing by 30 points the week before….
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The Troy Trojans will bring a 3-1 record to Tiger Stadium. Troy has a good quarterback by the name of Brandon Silvers and they are good against the run. Kick-off is at 6 PM.

ULM’s Caleb Evans was named Sun Belt Offensive Player of the week after accounting for a career-best 472 total yards in the Warhawks 56-50 double-overtime victory over the Ragin Cajuns. Evans also tied a school single game record with five rushing touchdowns.

A hearing is set for today on a motion to change the venue of Norris Greenhouse Jr.’s trial in the death of 6-year-old Jeremy Mardis in Avoyelles Parish. Michelle Southern reports…:
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The first of two funerals is this afternoon for the two teenagers that were killed in Caldwell Parish following the Caldwell Parish High School homecoming parade. 16-year-old Tristen Robinson and 15-year-old Ava Crockett were killed on Friday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash. The wreck remains under investigation.

The US Supreme Court is expected to decide today whether to accept a petition by a New Orleans man who was convicted on a 10-2 vote of murder in 2015. Louisiana is one of two states where a unanimous decision is not necessary for a felony conviction. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says for years the nation’s high court has allowed non-unanimous verdicts in Louisiana and Oregon…:
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Ciolino says the best argument these petitioners can make is that 10-2 is not constitutionally sufficient

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting Germany and the United Kingdom, leading a mission along with 17 tourism partners, to promote Louisiana and the direct flights into New Orleans. Nungesser says so far the international flights have been extremely popular…:
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A hearing is set for today on a motion to change the venue of Norris Greenhouse Jr.’s trial. He and Derrick Stafford, former Marksville City Marshals, are accused in the death of 6-year-old Jeremy Mardis. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says since Stafford was already tried and convicted in Avoyelles, and this case has received a ton of publicity…:
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People who suffer from ALS or similar disease have the chance to bank their voice before losing it for good. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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In a release distributed late Sunday night, St. Francisville Representative Kenny Havard said he thinks the state should claw back incentives paid to the New Orleans Saints after some players didn’t stand for the National Anthem Sunday in protest to criticism from President Donald Trump. Havard said disrespecting our National Anthem and flag in the name of social injustice is the highest form of hypocrisy. The Saints have condemned the president’s remarks about players being called named and fired if they protest.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting Germany and the United Kingdom, leading a mission along with 17 tourism partners, to promote Louisiana and the direct flights into New Orleans. Nungesser says we have a ton of tourist-friendly, major events on the horizon, like the Tri-centennial of New Orleans, and the 150th anniversary of Tabasco…:
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The group will host several events to promote Louisiana’s authentic experience to travel agents, media partners, and tour operators.

Saints safety Kenny Vaccaro says he didn’t plan to lead an inequality protest during the national anthem during Sunday’s game against the Panthers, but felt it was the right thing to do. Quarterback Drew Brees does not agree with protesting the national anthem, but felt the president calling people who do names and saying they should be fired is very unbecoming of his office. Coach Sean Payton said it seems every time the president opens his mouth he’s saying something that only divides us further. Some fans are so upset about some players protests that they are burning memorabilia and calling for a boycott.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting Europe this week, to promote Louisiana and the direct flights to New Orleans. He says he’ll be making many radio appearances and plans to talk about the music here, the food and other great things to see here in Louisiana…:
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He’s also going to push the Tri-centennial of New Orleans and the 150th anniversary of Tabasco.

The US Supreme Court is expected today decide today whether to accept a petition by a New Orleans man who was convicted on a 10-2 vote of murder in 2015. Louisiana does not require a unanimous decision for a felony. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says some may feel that’s against the constitution, but DAs strongly favor the 10-2 verdicts…:
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But he feels the petitioners have a strong argument.

LSU’s Speech Language Hearing Clinic has a program that allows people with a medical condition like ALS to bank their voice. Speech Language Pathologist Sara Green Mele (me-lee) says all hope isn’t lost if someone has already lost their voice….:
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A hearing is set for today on a motion to change the venue of Norris Greenhouse Jr.’s trial. He and Derrick Stafford, former Marksville City Marshals, are accused in the death of 6-year-old Jeremy Mardis. Stafford was already convicted for attempted manslaughter and manslaughter in Avoyelles Parish. Legal Analyst Tim Meche believes there’s a good chance Greenhouse’s trial will be moved…:
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He also points to the fact that the victim’s family has been extensively interviewed by electronic and print media.

Saints Quarterback Drew Brees and Coach Sean Patyon say they do not agree with President Donald Trump indicating players who protest the national anthem should be fired by the NFL. Mr. Trump said owners should, “get that son of a b” off the field. Payton applauded members of his team for standing up for what they believed in, as a handful decided to sit during the national anthem Sunday. This is upsetting many fans who are now calling for a boycott of the team.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting Germany and the United Kingdom to promote the direct flights into New Orleans. Jeff Palermo reports…:
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Do Louisiana’s 10-2 jury verdicts violate the United States Constitution? The US Supreme court is slated to hear a petition by a New Orleans convict who feels non-unanimous decisions like his shouldn’t be allowed. Unanimity is not required in Louisiana, and Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says the best argument a petitioner can make is that 10-2 is not constitutionally sufficient…:
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The New Orleans Saints have responded to President Trump’s comments indicating NFL players should be fired for protesting during the national anthem. It said Tom Benson believes players that represent the Saints and Pelicans organizations should be allowed to share or express their feelings. 10 members of the team chose to sit during the national anthem before Sunday’s game against the Panthers, causing some Saints fans to take to social media indicating they are boycotting the team and burning memorabilia.

The US Supreme Court is expected today decide today whether to accept a petition
by a New Orleans man who was convicted on a 10-2 vote of murder in 2015.
Louisiana is one of two states where a unanimous decision is not necessary for a
felony. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says for years the nation’s high court
has allowed non-unanimous verdicts in Louisiana and Oregon…:
Cut 7 (10) “strong argument”

LSU’s Speech Language Hearing Clinic has a program that allows people with a medical condition like ALS to bank their voice. Speech Language Pathologist Sara Green Mele (me-lee) says individuals with a degenerative disease come to the clinic and record their voice in a sound proof booth using a third party recording software…:
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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser is visiting Germany and the United Kingdom, leading a mission along with 17 tourism partners, to promote Louisiana and the direct flights into New Orleans. Nungesser says so far the international flights have been extremely popular…:
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East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore sent an email to local school administrators alerting them police have seen an increase in possession of alcohol and intoxication among high school students at LSU home games. Moore says law enforcement agencies that provide security on LSU game days will increase their presence…:
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The letter comes as the campus is reeling from the death of 18-year-old Max Gruver fraternity pledge.

The initial investigative report in Gruver’s case has been released by LSU-PD. It states that the 18-year-old had been found unresponsive at the at the Phi Delta Theta house “after a night of drinking.” It also says that Gruver was driven to a hospital in a private vehicle where he was pronounced dead on September 13th. The coroner previously said it would be some weeks before tests came back showing how much alcohol Gruver had in his system.

Arizona Senator John McCain has announced he opposes the health care bill that’s co-authored by Louisiana’s senior senator Bill Cassidy. In a statement, McCain says we could do better working together, Republicans and Democrats. D-C observers say McCain’s opposition is a significant setback in Cassidy’s efforts to get the legislation passed this month.

Tomorrow marks the 12-year anniversary of Hurricane Rita, the last major hurricane to hit Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim says Rita made its mark on southwest Louisiana…
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Rita still ranks number four all-time for lowest atmospheric pressure and seventh for highest maximum sustained winds, at 180-miles per hour.

Southern University announces that the contract for medical marijuana cultivation and production has been awarded to Advanced Biomedics out of Lafayette.

Governor John Bel Edwards is requesting a review of campus policies regarding hazing and alcohol. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The first police report on Gruver’s death was released by LSU-PD and indicates the freshman was found unresponsive at the fraternity house, then later pronounced dead at a hospital.

The Lafayette Police Department says a 25-year-old man allegedly shot and killed his father. The victim is identified as 48-year-old John Adams. The suspect, Damarkus Adams, is under arrest on the charge of Second Degree murder.

A Breaux Bridge Police officer is under arrest for allegedly having sexual interactions with a 16-year-old. State Police is investigating and Master Trooper David says it’s a shame when LSP has to arrest someone sworn to protect the public…:
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29-year-old Craig David is charged with carnal knowledge of a juvenile, computer aided solicitation of a minor and malfeasance in office.

Tomorrow is “Clean Out Your Freezer Day” organized by the ‘Hunters for the Hungry.’ Hunters are encouraged to donate their meat from last year before
stocking up again this season. Hunters For the Hungry Executive Director Jimmy Anthony says the donation program keeps growing in popularity each year…:
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To find a collection site in your area visit hunters-the-number-4-hungry-Louisiana-dot-org.