LSU has lost seven straight to Alabama. In each of those game, Alabama’s quarterback has outplayed the Tigers signal caller. Coach Ed Orgeron says Quarterback Joe Burrow goes into Saturday night’s Top 5 match-up a confident player…
Cut 17 (20) “not panic”
Burrow says he’s honored to have the opportunity to beat top ranked Alabama in Tiger Stadium and he’s taking it seriously..
cut 30 (16) “…this year”

At two o’ clock on Saturday, ULM will hsot 7-and-1 Georgia Southern. The Eagles run the option, averaging 276 yards on the ground. Coach Matt Viator is hoping for a big and loud crowd at Malone Stadium to watch his team take on the best team in the Sun Belt…
Cut 19 (24) “.for sure”

Meanwhile, McNeese Coach Lance Guidry is not happy only 11-thousand fans were in attendance for last Saturday’s win over McNeese…
cut 29 (10) “…what’s the problem”
The Cowboys are at Southeastern Louisiana this Saturday.

A report from the transportation group TRIP finds that 14-percent of Louisiana bridges are structurally deficient, which means they are need of repair or could possibly be replaced. Spokesperson Rocky Moretti says bad bridges are not just found in rural areas…
cut 8 (10) “…vehicles a day”
State transportation secretary Shawn Wilson says bridges that are classified as deficient are safe to drive on. But the state department of transportation has shutdown over 150 bridges in the last two years, because they were no longer deemed safe.

State Police are looking for a heavily-tattooed while male who fired shows at a law enforcement officer last night around 6 PM on Highway 16 near Juban Road. No injuries were reported. The suspect was last seen traveling soutbound on Juban Road.

Today is the last day to Early Vote. The polls close at 6 PM.

The United Cajun Navy offers to stand lookout outside of south Louisiana Synagogues in response to this past weekend’s mass shooting in Pittsburgh.
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

A Moss Bluff woman is facing additional charges after Calcasieu Parish Deputies allegedly caught her driving with a dead woman in her trunk. 24-year-old Sarah Parker is now facing two counts of contributing to the delinquency of juveniles in the commission of a felony. Authorities say Parker is the girlfriend of a Fort Polk soldier who allegedly killed his wife and put the body in the trunk. Parker’s two children were in the car.

The United Cajun Navy will provide protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. Media Coordinator Brian Trascher says they are inspired in part by an Islamic donation effort that raised 150,000 dollars for the victims.

Cut 4 (07) “…differences″

11 people died in the Saturday morning massacre by alleged shooter Robert Bowers.

Over a million dollars in drugs were seized in Lafayette in one of the biggest busts in Parish history. The bust led to the arrest of three people and the discovery of 11.9 pounds of methamphetamine, enough for thousands of doses, and Lafayette Parish Sheriff Lt. John Mowell says it wasn’t just meth.

Cut 14 (10) “…paraphernalia.”

35-year-old Shawn Labbe and 30-year-old Ana Smith were hit with Distribution charges, and 59-year-old Dallas Bourque was charged with Possession.

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Spokesperson for the transportation research group TRIP, Rocky Moretti, says  fixing all of the bridge issues is not something that can happen overnight.

Cut 7 (09) “…bridges in Louisiana.”

DOTD responded, saying just because a bridge is rated structurally deficient, doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drive on.

A 28-year-old LaPlace man has been charged in a fatal hit and run that occurred on October 20th. Investigators say 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace was  hit by vehicle while walking on L-A 628. L-S-P spokesperson Melissa Matey says thats not all.

Cut 10 (10) “…were damaged.”

The United Cajun Navy offers to stand lookout outside of south Louisiana Synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh shooting. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

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A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 2 (32) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”  

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Cut 2 (32) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Billboards apparently paid for by Alabama fans have popped up in Baton Rouge encouraging Louisiana residents to donate 50-dollars to the Red Cross for Hurricane Michael relief efforts, because the Crimson Tide will drop 50 points on LSU on Saturday night.

Authorities say three people have been arrested in the largest Methamphetamine bust in Lafayette Parish’s history. Sheriff’s office spokesperson John Mowell says a search of a home in Lafayette and a business in Scott uncovered nearly 12 pounds of meth, worth just over one-million dollars…
cut 13 (11) “…narcotics”
Mowell says marijuana, oxycodone and other drugs were discovered at the two locations.

State Police have arrested a LaPlace man for a fatal hit and run of a pedestrian that took place over a week ago along L-A 628 in St. John the Baptist Parish. Trooper Melissa Matey says tips from citizens led them to 28-year-old Charles Combetta…
cut 11 (09) “….of cases”
The victim has been identified as 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace.

Over a million dollars in drugs were seized in Lafayette in one of the biggest busts in Parish history. The bust led to the arrest of three people and the discovery of 11.9 pounds of methamphetamine, enough for thousands of doses. Lafayette Parish Sheriff Lt. John Mowell says the seizures were made at two locations.

Cut 12 (11)   “…out of.”

He says the majority of the meth was seized at the business location.

A 28-year-old LaPlace man has been charged in a fatal hit and run that occurred on October 20th. Investigators say 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace was  hit by vehicle while walking on L-A 628. L-S-P spokesperson Melissa Matey says they believe Charles Combetta was the man who hit Simoneaux

Cut 9 (08) “…from the public.”

Matey says Combetta not only drove away after striking Simoneaux, he also tried to destroy any evidence.

The United Cajun Navy will provide protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. 11 people died in the Saturday morning massacre by alleged shooter Robert Bowers. Media Coordinator Brian Trascher says they are inspired in part by an Islamic donation effort that raised 150,000 dollars for the victims.

Cut 4 (07) “…differences″

Trascher says they will provide an unarmed lookout service to keep an eye out for suspicious behavior around the houses of worship, and report suspicious behavior to the police for the two synagogues who have accepted the offer.

85,000 Louisianans are getting checks from the State treasurer’s office for unclaimed property before the end of the year. Matt Doyle has more.

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Lafayette deputies have seized over one million dollars in drugs, guns and cash.  The Sheriff’s narcotics unit arrested Lafayette drug dealers in one of the largest Methamphetamine seizures in the area’s history.  During the early morning hours of Friday, the SWAT team and Narcotics Deputies executed search warrants on both a residence and a business.

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Spokesperson for the transportation research group TRIP, Rocky Moretti, says with precautions are being taken with some bridges in order to extend structural lifespans.

Cut 6 (10) “…can remain open.”

The United Cajun Navy will be providing protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. Media Coordinator Brian Trascher says no one will be armed, and they’ll be providing a lookout service to keep an eye out for suspicious behavior around the houses of worship.

Cut 3 (10) “…the ordinary”

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. will host the Louisiana Mental Health Summit today to bring together federal, state, and local leaders to discuss methods to improve mental health care in Louisiana. Cassidy says many sheriffs note local jail is the largest provider of mental health services in most parishes and that puts a strain on communities…

Cut 4 (09) “…consuming taxes.”

LSU are 14 point underdogs against the Crimson Tide this Saturday, in the largest spread against the Tigers at home in 20 years. Despite the Purple and Gold’s two major upset victories against Top Ten teams, Vegas has decided the Bama train will roll on, and easily. Analyst Jimmy Ott says Saban’s Tide has been rolling spreads all year long…

Cut 13 (11)   “…games in”

State treasurer John Schroder says tens of thousands of Louisianans will get a check from the state before the end of the year for unclaimed property that’s been held by the state. The checks will be up to 1,500 dollars. Schroder says they uncovered the money after teaming up with the Revenue Department.
Cut 10 (11)   “…doing more“
If you are owed more than 1,500 dollars, additional verification will be needed before the state will mail you your money.

Today is the last day for early voting in the fall primary election.  To find polling places, you can now use the smartphone app, GeauxVote Mobile.  You can also access a preview ballot before stepping into a polling location.  Speaking of smartphone apps, you can now use the smartphone app LA Wallet as an acceptable form of picture ID, as poll commissioners have received training regarding the new digital license app.  Polling locations close at 6pm today for early voting.  Your next opportunity to vote will be on November 6^th.

State Treasurer John Schroder says 85-thousand Louisiana citizens will get a check of up to $1,500 for unclaimed property that’s been held by the state. Schroder says legislation approved this year allows his office to work with the Department of Revenue so they can get correct addresses to return money in their unclaimed property account…
Cut 10 (11) “…doing more“
If you are owed more than 1,500 dollars, additional verification will be needed before the state will mail money that may belong to you.

US Senator Bill Cassidy is hosting a mental health summit in Baton Rouge today. Cassidy says federal, state and local leaders are discussing proven methods to improve mental health care…
cut 6 (12) “…state government”
Cassidy authored the Mental Health Reform Act approved in 2016.

Even though Alabama has yet to be tested this season, by a Top 10 opponent, the top ranked Crimson Tide are listed as a two touchdown favorite to beat the Tigers on Saturday night. Baton Rouge sports talk show host Jimmy Ott says if you like putting money games, he’d stay away from this one, because we really don’t know who good Alabama is…
cut 14 (07) “…as well”
Billboards are popping up in Baton Rouge paid for by Alabama fans encouraging LSU fans to donate 50-dollars to Hurricane Michael relief efforts, because the Crimson Tide will drop 50 points on LSU.

Groundbreaking is today on a new $200 million power plant in Washington Parish. Louisiana PSC Chairman Eric Skrmetta says between a growing population and energy needs, as well as other facilities needing an overhaul, the project is a necessity.
Cut 7 (09) “…70 years old.”