State Police Colonel Kevin Reeves addressed the Baton Rouge Press Club Monday discussing controversies that have recently plagued LSP. He was not able to comment directly on the investigation into the LACE program, which gave officers extra money for working for local district attorneys, but says it’s suspended until it can be improved…:
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He stressed that the actions of a few should never reflect LSP as a whole.

Louisiana’s newly elected state treasurer, John Schroder will officially be sworn in during a ceremony in Kenner tonight. Schroder ran as a conservative, citing his time in Louisiana’s House of Representatives. He received 56 percent of the vote, to Democratic opponent Derrick Edwards’ 44 percent during the November 18th runoff election. The turnout was record-low.

A cold front moving over the state will bring plummeting temperatures and rain. Ahead of it we will have mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers and a few thunderstorms today. National Weather Service meteorologist Patrick Omundson says temps will fall throughout the day…:
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He says temps will stay in the upper 30s low 40s all day Wednesday and Thursday with more rain.

Funeral arrangements have been set for Kaliste Saloom, Jr., the noted Lafayette judge and historian. He died over the weekend at the age of 99. UL-Lafayette President Joe Savoie says after Saloom served in World War 2, he returned to Lafayette and helped it become the largest city in Acadiana..:
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Saloom was elected as Lafayette City Judge in 1953, a position he held 40 years.

State Police Superintendent Kevin Reeves says LSP is facing some of its darkest days amid allegations surrounding the department. He says all cases involving accusations of wrongdoing will go before a Disciplinary Review Panel which will ensure all decisions regarding troopers’ actions are decided in a way where no one receives special treatment from the Superintendent:
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The controversies stem from former LSP head Mike Edmonson’s retirement when questions came up about lax spending practices under his leadership.

Louisiana is one of a dozen states asking the US Supreme Court to block a California law which states any eggs sold there must come from hens who have been able to stretch their limbs in their cages. State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says Louisiana is 100% on board with the suit…:
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He says California’s law inhibits the free flow of products across state lines.

Get ready for some cold weather Louisiana. Rain associated with a cold front is moving from north to Louisiana today into tomorrow, but after that cold temperatures are forecast for the latter half of the week…:
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He says once today’s rain passes, we’ll see temperatures fall rapidly Wednesday.

Funeral arrangements have been set for a Lafayette icon. 99-year-old Judge Kaliste (Collie) Joseph Saloom Jr. died over the weekend…:
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State Police Superintendent Kevin Reeves addresses program changes after investigations into the department…:
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A major cold front is hitting the state, moving south throughout the day and bringing in chilly temperatures to close out the work week. National Weather Service meteorologist Patrick Omundson says thunderstorms are hitting north Louisiana first, and they will move toward the coast throughout the day…:
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Once the rain passes, temperatures will plummet.

More than a dozen states banded together Monday to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to block a California law requiring any eggs sold there to come from hens that have space to stretch out in their cages. State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says this violates the U.S. Constitution’s interstate commerce clause, because it inhibits the free flow of products across state lines:
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Strain says under California’s requirements, eggs run $2.50 a dozen, when a standard dozen of eggs costs 99 cents.

Funeral arrangements have been set for a Lafayette icon. Judge Kaliste Joseph Saloom Jr. died over the weekend at the age of 99. UL-Lafayette President Joe Savoie says they not only lost someone who helped Lafayette reach it’s potential, Saloom was a walking encyclopedia on all things Ragin Cajuns:
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Funeral services for Saloom are set for Saturday at 10am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette.

Allegations against Louisiana State Police have been flying after investigations into the LACE program and troopers taking a side trip while driving to a conference. Superintendent Kevin Reeves says changes have been made when it comes to deciding disciplinary action. He says now a case goes before the Disciplinary Review Panel…:
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Reeves was not able to comment directly on the side trip, or allegations against former Superintendent for LSP, Mike Edmonson.

Louisiana’s newly elected state treasurer, John Schroder will officially be sworn in during a ceremony in Kenner tonight. Schroder ran as a conservative, citing his time in Louisiana’s House of Representatives. He received 56 percent of the vote, to Democratic opponent Derrick Edwards’ 44 percent during the November 18th runoff election. The turnout was record-low.

Louisiana is one of a dozen states asking the US Supreme Court to block a California law which states any eggs sold there must come from hens who have been able to stretch their limbs in their cages. State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says California can pass whatever law they want, but saying that their standards should apply to all eggs shipped into the state violates the Commerce clause of the U.S. Constitution…:
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Strain says, at the end of the day, this would inhibit the free flow of products across state lines.

FEMA trailers will stick around for some flood victims a little while longer. A request by the state will extend temporary housing until May 15th 2018. However, FEMA has denied the state’s request to waive rental fees.

State Police Superintendent Kevin Reeves addresses program changes after investigations into the department. Emelie Gunn has more….

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Funeral arrangements have been set for a Lafayette icon.  99-year-old Judge Kaliste (Collie) Joseph Saloom Jr. died over the weekend.  Kelley Ray has a look back at his legendary life.

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Louisiana is one of a dozen states asking the US Supreme Court to block a California law requiring eggs there to come from hens that can stretch their limbs in their cages. Michelle Southern reports…:

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Allegations against Louisiana State Police have been flying after investigations into the LACE program and troopers taking a side trip while driving to a conference. Superintendent Kevin Reeves says changes have been made when it comes to deciding disciplinary action. He says now a case goes before the Disciplinary Review Panel.

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Reeves says the Disciplinary Review Panel ensures that all decisions regarding troopers’ actions are decided in a way where no one receives special treatment from the Superintendent.

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Reeves was not able to comment directly on the side trip taken to the Grand Canyon by troopers going to a conference in San Diego or the investigation into the LACE program, which gave officers extra money for working for local district attorneys. He says the LACE program will remain suspended until it can be improved.

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Funeral arrangements have been set for a Lafayette icon.  99-year-old Judge Kaliste Joseph Saloom Jr. died over the weekend.  Not only did he serve as a city court judge, he was a graduate of UL-Lafayette and visionary for Acadiana.   UL-Lafayette President Joe Savoie says they not only lost someone who helped Lafayette reach it’s potential, he was a walking encyclopedia on all things Ragin Cajuns…

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Saloom was elected as Lafayette City Judge in 1953, a position he held until he retired 40 years later.  During that time and beyond Savoie says Saloom remained active in UL-Lafayette activities…

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He was born of Lebanese immigrants in 1918.  After serving his country in World War 2, he married and settled down in Lafayette.  Savoie says once Saloom returned, he envisioned what Lafayette could be, helping it to become the largest city in Acadiana…

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Funeral services for Saloom are set for Saturday at 10am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette.

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It’s going to get cold real fast in the Bayou State as a major weather system begins affecting north Louisiana today.  National Weather Service meteorologist Patrick Omundson says it will feel more like a springtime front as thunderstorms are a good possibility with this arctic blast…

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Omundson says been a while since we have seen seasonable weather, which will stick around for the next few days.  Temperatures will fall throughout the day, especially in north Louisiana where the front will go through early this morning…

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The good news is the clouds will give way to a sunny, but cold temperatures for the latter half of the week into the weekend…

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Louisiana is one of a dozen states asking the US Supreme Court to block a California law which states any eggs sold there must come from hens who have been able to stretch their limbs in their cages. State Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says California can pass whatever law they want, but saying that their standards should apply to all eggs shipped into the state violates the Commerce clause of the U.S. Constitution…:

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Strain says California’s 2015 law which requires hens in cages to spend most of their day in large enough spaces so they can lay down and turn around is a standard that has nothing to do with bio security or health safety. Strain says, at the end of the day, this would inhibit the free flow of products across state lines…:

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A suit is being filed by Missouri on behalf of 12 states claiming that since California’s law took effect, it has cost consumers nationwide up to $350 million dollars annualy because of higher egg prices. Strain says under California’s requirements, eggs run $2.50 a dozen, when a standard dozen of eggs costs 99 cents. He says Louisiana is 100% on board with the suit…:

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The Saints can take another big step towards clinching an NFC South championship, when they visit the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night. Defensive end Cameron Jordan says after completing the season sweep over Carolina by beating the Panthers on Sunday, the team has even bigger goals for this season….

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The Saints are 9-3, one game ahead of Carolina in the division standings and the Falcons are two games back. Running back Mark Ingram says the Saints are one of the best teams in the season this year, because of their run game led by Ingram and sensational rookie Alvin Kamara…

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As it stands now, the Saints appear to be in good position to make the playoffs. But Ingram says nothing is guaranteed…

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Louisiana Tech is heading to a bowl game for a fourth consecutive season as they’ll play SMU in the first ever Frisco Bowl on December 20th in Frisco, Texas. Bulldogs Head Coach Skip Holtz says they look forward to the matchup against the 7-5 Mustangs…

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SMU is led by third-year head coach Chad Morris, who went just 2-10 in his first season. The game will be played on the same day as the start of the new early signing period. Holtz says they’ll figure out how to sign recruits and play a football game on the same day…

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The Department of Health is improving on the number of deceased people being sent Medicaid payments, but it’s still happening. Michelle Southern reports:

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FEMA trailers will stick around for some flood victims a little while longer.  A request by the state will extend temporary housing until May 15^th 2018.   However, FEMA has denied the state’s request to waive rental fees.  Occupants will be charged a Fair Market Rent starting March 1^st.  FEMA’s temporary housing program ends typically 18 months following a disaster.

A special training class will be held tonight to help residents become better prepared in terrifying situations that might occur in public.  Director of the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s training academy Bruce Teutsch (touch) explains how “Surviving the Terror” will benefit those who attend the class…

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The Saints beat the Carolina Panthers yesterday 31 to 21, leaving the Black and Gold with a 9 and three record. Fans in the Crescent City were fired up after watching the game and had lots to say about rookie running back Alvin Kamara.

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The Saints lead the Carolina Panthers by one game who are now 8-and-4.  Up next for the Saints are the Falcons who are 7 and 5.

Six LSU Tigers made the 2017 Associated Press ALL SEC Football team. Center Will Clapp, linebacker Arden Key, linebacker Devin White and cornerback Greedy Williams are on the first team. Second-team selections are running back Derrius Guice and wide receiver DJ Chark. Guice posted on twitter that he thought it was a joke he was a second-team selection.

For the second straight year, LSU is headed to the Citrus Bowl. Last year they won a lopsided contest, this time they’ll play Notre Dame. It’s rare for a team to go to the same bowl game in consecutive years. Florida Citrus Sports CEO Steve Hogan says they have ways to make the experience different for the players…

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And Louisiana Tech is headed to a fourth straight bowl game as they’ll face SMU in the first-ever Frisco Bowl, which will be played on December 20^th outside of Dallas.

The Saints are alone in first place in the NFC South after beating Carolina 31-21 yesterday in front of a jacked up Superdome crowd. The Saints got the fans in this game right away, when they decided to go for it in the first quarter when they were facing fourth and goal from the two yard line. Alvin Kamara scored the first of his two touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Brees says the decision to go for it on fourth down, showed they were there to win…

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The Saints are on a short week this week, as they visit Atlanta on Thursday.

Should be a good crowd at the Smoothie King Center tonight as the Pelicans host the NBA Champion Golden State Warriors. New Orleans all-star Anthony Davis will miss his second straight game because of a pelvis injury. The Pelicans medical team says A-D is day-to-day. The Warriors have won 14 of their last 17 after a slow start. Tip-off is at 7 PM.

The Department of Health has gotten better about erroneously making Medicaid payments to deceased recipients over the last four years, but still has work to do. A new report from the state’s Legislative Auditor found LDH made nearly $718,000 in improper payments between July 2013 and August 2017. Performance Audit Manager Chris Magee says LDH has improved since 2013:

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Southern Mississippi and Florida State will play in Walk-On’s Independence Bowl in Shreveport on Wednesday December 27th. The Seminoles won’t have head coach Jimbo Fisher who left for Texas A & M. I-Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says they hope this game marks the beginning of better times for Florida State and their fans…:

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A special training class helps to prepare persons to be ready to react if they find themselves in an emergency situation.  Don Molino has more about “Surviving the Terror.”

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Funeral services have been announced for Acadiana area visionary and UL-Lafayette supporter Judge Kaliste (collie) Saloom Jr., Saturday at 10am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Lafayette.  The 99-year-old former Lafayette City judge died over the weekend following a short illness.  Visitation will be Friday at Martin and Castile’s downtown Lafayette location.

A new report from the state’s Legislative Auditor found LDH made nearly $718,000 in improper payments to deceased recipients between July 2013 and August 2017. Performance Audit Manager Chris Magee says a 2013 report showed LDH paid about $1.85 million for deceased individuals over one year. He says the numbers are improving, but some deaths aren’t making it to the system:
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He says LDH agrees with the recommendations.

Saints fans are super excited about the win yesterday against the Panthers. This woman is proud of so many players…:
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The Saints are now 9-3, one game ahead of Carolina in the division standings

Florida State will play Southern Mississippi in the 2017 Walk-On’s Independence Bowl in Shreveport on December 27th. I-Bowl spokesman Stefan Nolet says since the game is after Christmas, they have plenty of activities planned for fans prior to kickoff…
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This marks the first trip for the Seminoles to the I-Bowl.

The leader of the Louisiana State Police says his agency is facing some of the “darkest days” it’s ever had, due to scandals left behind by former Superintendent Mike Edmonson. Col. Kevin Reeves says the rift has hurt morale within LSP, but says controversies stem from the actions of only a few. A state police report accuses Edmonson of knowing about the side trip and deleting text messages during the investigation.