The two Republican senators of Louisiana have expressed their satisfaction with the findings of the 5-day FBI investigation into the accusations of sexual misconduct against Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Cut 1 (33) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”
__________________________________
Drag Queen Story Time in Lafayette has been postponed after hosts say they grew concerned about safety. Matt Doyle has more.
Cut 2 (30) ”I’m Matt Doyle.”
__________________________________
LSU heads into swampy, sticky central Florida Saturday afternoon to take on the surging Gators. Matt Doyle has the story.
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”
_________________________________________
The Louisiana Department of Health recently released its voluntary non-opioid directive form as a new tactic in combatting opioid abuse. Those who sign the form pledge refuse the offer or administration of opioid medications. Dr. Janice Petersen with LDH says the form is meant to be used by patients as a communication tool with care providers.
Cut 4 (11) “…explain their situation.”
Petersen says although Louisiana ranks as one of the worst states for feeling the effect of the opioid epidemic, the state is seeing progress in the fight against the use of the drugs.
Cut 5 (05) “…in that area.”
Petersen says although the prescription rate for the drugs is going down, the deaths in the state are still going up.
Cut 6 (09) “…the use of heroin.”
___________________________________________
The two Republican senators of Louisiana have expressed their satisfaction with the findings of the 5-day FBI investigation into the accusations of sexual misconduct against Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Senator John Kennedy, who sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee, says after reading through the report, he wishes the report could be public.
Cut 7 (08) “…involved in this.”
Kennedy says no one directed the FBI in the investigation and that the agency made its own decisions in the report. He also says such acts of misconduct are a problem that needs to be dealt with and hopes that the Republican Party is willing to take the lead.
Cut 8 (07) “…Kavanaugh is innocent.”
Senator Bill Cassidy says after reading the FBI report, the claims of sexual misconduct against Judge Kavanaugh are unfounded…
Cut 9 (10) “…no corroboration.”
Cassidy says there is blame to be put on Senator Dianne Feinstein for not turning over the letter written to her by Dr. Christine Ford detailing the allegations to the FBI sooner. He says much what has taken place since is unfair to many people.
Cut 10 (11) “…the American people.“
Today, the Senate plans to vote to end the debate on the Kavanaugh nomination with a full floor, final vote on Saturday.
________________________________
Drag Queen Story Time in Lafayette has been put on hold after Southern Louisiana Community College backed out of hosting the event citing concerns for the safety of its students and other visitors. The event has been a growing source controversy in the city and was set to run tomorrow. A doctor who supports Story Time says public showcases of tolerance are important for young people who may be LGBTQ.
Cut 11 (13) “…their teens.”
The event, where Drag Queens will read stories to children about accepting their LGBTQ classmates, is seeking a new location. It was originally set to run at the Lafayette Public Library and is still an official library event.
Story Time has led to some heated City-Parish Council Meetings, as well as petitions calling for city leaders to stop the plan, but the Council voted against denouncing the event. One supporter of the Drag Queens says the opposition from city religious leaders has been hypocritical.
Cut 12 (11) “…on that.”
But opponents say the event is highly inappropriate for children, and shouldn’t be supported by the library. Citizens for a New Louisiana Executive Director Michael Lunsford believes the city shouldn’t be exposing children to those values.
Cut 13 (10) “…year-olds.“
Lunsford says Drag Queens are adult entertainment and not for children.
Cut 14 (08) “…adult world”
Story Time is being put on by a UL-Lafayette fraternity.
_____________________
No. 5 LSU takes on a 22nd ranked Florida team that’s rebounded nicely since dropping their first game in a shocker to Kentucky in week 1. They’ve rebounded on the back of a tough defense that just held Mississippi State to 6 points. Voice of the Tigers Chris Blair says the Gators can attack LSU’s offense at multiple levels.
Cut 15 (11) “…spot on.”
Florida is third in the SEC East.
You wouldn’t call the Gator’s offense explosive, in fact, they actually sit just below LSU as the 10th in the SEC, but Blair says they’ve found a way to move the ball without needing to stretch defenses.
Cut 16 (11) “.. the bubble screen.”
Fellieipe Franks, the Gator quarter back, has only thrown for 961 yards with a 57 percent completion rate, but he sports the fifth highest QB Rating in the conference.
And it wouldn’t be a Florida LSU game without some special team’s trickery either. Whether it’s Jump Passes, or fake field goals, the rivalry is riddled with infamous plays that’ve turned the tide in tight games in past eras. That being said, Blair doesn’t really see that happening considering how much both coaches trust their defenses.
Cut 17 (07) “obviously Cole Tracy.”
The game kicks off at 2:30 PM in Gainesville.
_____________________________________________
After picking up a huge road win over North Texas to begin Conference USA play on Saturday, the Bulldogs are back in Joe Aillet Stadium tomorrow night to host UAB. The Blazers are also 1-0 in league play and they beat Tech in Birmingham last season 23-22. Coach Skip Holtz says his players remember that game…
Cut 18 (19) “…in UAB”
Jaylon Ferguson was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week after registering four sacks last week against North Texas. Holtz says he’ll be surprised if Ferguson can get four sacks again, because the Blazers like to run the football…
Cut 19 (14) “..this week”
Holtz says J’Mar Smith continues to grow as a quarterback…
Cut 20 (21) “his feet”