1030AM LRN News

Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort. The Senator says if the shoe was on the other foot, you’d hear serious protests from the Democrats.
Cut 7 (11) “…campus”
Holl says “There’s a long record of coaches supporting candidates for elected office in Louisiana and other states, and they have the right to do so.”
State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy driving on a suspended liscense and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scranttz says 37-year-old Clinell Robertson was wearing dark clothing, and pedestrians can avoid the unfortunate scenario through simple steps…
Cut 11 (09) “…to do so”
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A new report has good news for those of us who love eating oysters, turns out the mollusk can help with anxiety and depression. Oysters are high in vitamin b12 and it can help reduce symptoms, and Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says in addition to improving mood, oysters can improve brain power.
Cut 14 (05) “…we’re eating healthier.”
Studies have shown a link between long chain omega-3 fatty acid deficiencies and depression.
Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reports LSU and Will Wade are working toward a meeting that could lead to the reinstatement of the suspended head coach. Wade has a new attorney, Steven Thompson, and Dellenger says he’s had positive discussions with LSU, but there’s no guarantee Wade gets his job back.
Cut 5 (11) “…is open.”

Three of the teams top players have declared for the NBA draft.

930AM LRN News

Senator John Kennedy says Tigers coach Ed Orgeron, President F. King Alexander, and Governor Edwards should be ashamed for allowing the football coach to endorse the Governor…
Cut 2 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”
Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reports LSU and Will Wade are working toward a meeting that could lead to the reinstatement of the suspended head coach, and Wade and his team have had positive discussions with LSU…
Cut 3 (08) “…a meeting.”
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State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scranttz says the crash is still under investigation and Deputy Alberto Casco was questioned but…
Cut 10 (10) “…at the time”
Casco was driving with a suspended license at the time of the crash. The Advocate reports Casco was on his way to pick up inmates and it is unclear how the Deputy was allowed to drive an agency vehicle with a suspended license.
A Columbia University professor says eating oysters can help a person with anxiety and depression. Doctor Drew Ramsey says oysters are high in vitamin b12 and it can help reduce symptoms. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says high levels of B-12 are good for you.
Cut 13 (08) “…in these processed foods.”

830AM LRN News

There’s a chance Will Wade will return to lead the LSU’s men’s basketball program. Jeff Palermo has the latest on the suspended head coach…
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”
State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday. Trooper Taylor Scranttz says deputy Alberto Casco struck 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine on LA 1 in Brusly…
Cut 9 (10) “…example of that”
Casco was driving with a suspended license at the time of the crash.
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A Columbia University professor says eating oysters can help a person with anxiety and depression. Doctor Drew Ramsey says oysters are high in vitamin b12 and it can help reduce symptoms. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says it’s another example of foods impacting brain health.
Cut 12 (06) “…can decrease anxiety.”
Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort.Kennedy says the move could set a dangerous precedent and taint LSU football’s image.
Cut 6 (12) “…endorsement”
Edwards spokesman Eric Holl responded, saying “With all the problems facing our country, it’s downright embarrassing that this is what John Kennedy is worried about.”

7:30 LRN Sportscast

LSU Baseball Coach Paul Mainieri predicted low scoring games in their series versus 9th ranked Texas A-and-M and that’s what we got last night as the Tigers rallied with single runs in the seventh and eighth innings for a two to one victory. LSU tied the game on a misplay by the Aggies right fielder on a fly ball, which allowed Brandt Broussard to round the bases. And then in the eighth inning, Josh Smith launched his fourth home run of the season for a two to one lead. Devin Fontenot recorded the final five outs for the win. The two teams will play a doubleheader today, starting at two PM.

Louisiana Tech swept a doubleheader from U-T-S-A, winning the first game four to two. Matt Miller pitched eight strong innings for his fourth win of the year and in game two, the Bulldogs came back from a five to nothing deficit to win eight to seven. Tanner Huddleston had three hits and drove in three runs.

Northwestern State swept a doubleheader from Nicholls, winning seven to one and nine to seven.

Today is the LSU spring football game, but Coach Ed Orgeron has already warned fans that the offense playbook for today will be basic. However it is a chance to see the quarterbacks in action, incumbent starter Joe Burrow and his backup Myles Brennan. Also, Tiger fans will get their first chance to see freshman cornerback Derek Stingley Junior in action. He was rated as the nation’s number one prospect in the country for the 2019 recruiting class.

In LSU basketball news, Skylar Mays has joined teammates Naz Reid and Tremont Waters in announcing that he’s entering the NBA draft. Mays was the team’s third leading scorer and leader in the locker room. Under new rules, these players are able to come back to school, even if they sign an agent.

Yahoo Sports Reports that an FBI agent visited Baton Rouge to talk with suspended coach Will Wade about his recruiting tactics after he was removed from the sidelines. No word if the agent ever spoke with Wade and LSU says they were not aware of a federal agent coming to speak to Wade.

5:30 PM Newscast

Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort.  The Senator says if the shoe was on the other foot, you’d hear serious protests from the Democrats.

Cut 7 (11) “…campus”

State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scrantz says Deputy Alberto Casco struck 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine on LA 1 in Brusly.  Scrantz says Robertson was wearing dark clothing, and pedestrians can avoid the unfortunate scenario through simple steps…

Cut 11 (09)   “…to do so”

Scrantz says the crash is still under investigation.

There’s a chance Will Wade will return to lead the LSU’s men’s basketball program.  Jeff Palermo has the latest on the suspended head coach…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Mental health is a topic that has the attention of the world, but there may be a tasty alternative treatment for issues that many people face. That food is the oyster. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says it’s another example of foods impacting brain health.

Cut 12 (06) “…can decrease anxiety.”

4:30 PM LRN News April 5

Senator John Kennedy says Tigers coach Ed Orgeron, President F. King Alexander, and Governor Edwards should be ashamed for allowing the football coach to endorse the Governor…

Cut 2 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Missing Port Barre teen, Domeanna Spell, has been found. Authorities located the 15-year-old and 47-year-old Cory Shane Disotell in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The Port Barre Police Department says they were informed of her discovery by the FBI around 2 p.m. Disotell is being charged with contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile, but additional charges from other agencies, including the FBI, are expected.

Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reports LSU and Will Wade are working toward a meeting that could lead to the reinstatement of the suspended head coach. Thompson also represents two other coaches impacted by the F-B-I’s investigation into college basketball corruption. LSU will not reinstate Wade until he meets with Athletic Director Joe Alleva and answers questions about possible NCAA rule violations caught on a purported FBI wiretap. Dellenger says Wade’s new attorney could make that meeting possible…

Cut 4 (10) “…small step.”

State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scrantz says Deputy Alberto Casco struck 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine on LA 1 in Brusly…

Cut 9 (10) “…example of that”

3:30 PM LRN News

Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort.

Kennedy says the move could set a dangerous precedent and taint LSU football’s image.

Cut 6 (12) “…endorsement”

Though 36,000 felons had their voting rights restored in March, data from the secretary of state’s office did not show an uptick in the number of felons who registered to vote compared to February. The new law allows felons on probation or parole to register to vote if they have not been incarcerated for at least five years. Voter registration may pick up as the Governor’s race continues.

Dellenger says a meeting between Wade and Alleva does not guarantee that the suspended head coach gets his job back…

Cut 5 (11) “…is open.”

A Columbia University professor says eating oysters can help a person with anxiety and depression. Doctor Drew Ramsey says oysters are high in vitamin b12 and it can help reduce symptoms. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says the high levels of B-12 in oysters is credited for reducing brain shrinkage and the nutrients in the mollusks are also good for the brain in general…

Cut 13 (08) “…in these processed foods.”

2:30 LRN Newscast April 5

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says sports and politics shouldn’t co-mingle during the 2019 governor’s race. Kennedy appeared on a Baton Rouge morning show today and expressed his disappointment that LSU head football coach Ed Orgeron spoke at a fundraiser for Governor John Bel Edwards…
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A spokesperson for the Edwards re-election campaign says it’s troubling that a U-S Senator and attorney would want to deny a college coach his first amendment right.

Good news for those who love oysters. A professor at Columbia University says eating oysters can help a person who suffers from anxiety and depression. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore adds the nutrients in oysters also improve brain power…
cut 14 (05) “…we’re eating healthier”

An on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy fatally struck a pedestrian during the overnight hours this morning in Brusly. State Police Trooper Taylor Scrantz says 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine was killed and deputy Alberto Casco was questioned…
cut 10 (10) “…at the time”
And now Baton Rouge media outlets are reporting that Casco was driving on a suspended license.

Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reports LSU and Will Wade are working toward a meeting that could lead to the reinstatement of the suspended head coach. Dellenger says Wade has a new attorney, Steven Thompson, and he’s had positive discussions with LSU…
Cut 3 (08) “…a meeting.”
LSU will not reinstate Wade until he meets with Athletic Director Joe Alleva.

LRN PM Newscall ***copy update, cut 12-14*** 04/05/19

There’s a chance Will Wade will return to lead the LSU’s men’s basketball program.  Jeff Palermo has the latest on the suspended head coach…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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Senator John Kennedy says Tigers coach Ed Orgeron, President F. King Alexander, and Governor Edwards should be ashamed for allowing the football coach to endorse the Governor…

Cut 2 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”  

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Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger reports LSU and Will Wade are working toward a meeting that could lead to the reinstatement of the suspended head coach. Dellenger says Wade has a new attorney, Steven Thompson, and he’s had positive discussions with LSU…

Cut 3 (08) “…a meeting.”

Thompson also represents two other coaches impacted by the F-B-I’s investigation into college basketball corruption. LSU will not reinstate Wade until he meets with Atheltic Director Joe Alleva and answer questions about possible NCAA rule violations caught on a purported FBI wire tap. Dellenger says Wade’s new attorney could make that meeting possible…

Cut 4 (10) “…small step.”

Dellenger says a meeting between Wade and Alleva does not guarantee that the suspended head coach gets his job back…

Cut 5 (11) “…is open.”

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Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort.

Kennedy says the move could set a dangerous precedent and taint LSU football’s image.

Cut 6 (12) “…endorsement”

Edwards spokesman Eric Holl responded, saying “With all the problems facing our country, it’s downright embarrassing that this is what John Kennedy is worried about.”

The Senator says if the shoe was on the other foot, you’d hear serious protests from the Democrats.

Cut 7 (11) “…campus”

Holl says “There’s a long record of coaches supporting candidates for elected office in Louisiana and other states, and they have the right to do so. Senator Kennedy needs to stop fussing about other people’s political preferences and do his job,”.

Kennedy expressed concern that he doesn’t want to have to wonder whether a coach is a Democrat or a Republican, and says King’s decision to allow politics into the LSU football brand was unethical.

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Holl countered, saying “It’s troubling that a United States Senator and attorney believes that college coaches should be denied their First Amendment rights.”

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State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scranttz says deputy Alberto Casco struck 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine on LA 1 in Brusly…

Cut 9 (10) “…example of that”

Casco was driving with a suspended license at the time of the crash. The Advocate reports Casco was on his way to pick up inmates and it is unclear how the Deputy was allowed to drive an agency vehicle with a suspended license.

Scrantz says the crash is still under investigation and Deputy Casco was questioned but…

Cut 10 (10) “…at the time”

Scrantz says Robertson was wearing dark clothing, and pedestrians can avoid the unfortunate scenario through simple steps…

Cut 11 (09)   “…to do so”

It is unknown if Robertson was impaired at the time of the collision.

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A Columbia University professor says eating oysters can help a person with anxiety and depression. Doctor Drew Ramsey says oysters are high in vitamin b12 and it can help reduce symptoms. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says it’s another example of foods impacting brain health.

Cut 12 (06) “…can decrease anxiety.”

Moore says the high levels of B-12 in oysters is credited for reducing brain shrinkage and the nutrients in the mollusks are also good for the brain in general…

Cut 13 (08) “…in these processed foods.”

Studies have shown a link between long chain omega-3 fatty acid deficiencies and depression.

Moore says in addition to improving mood, oysters can improve brain power.

Cut 14 (05) “…we’re eating healthier.”

1:30 PM Newscast

Senator John Kennedy is blasting LSU President King Alexander, LSU Coach Ed Orgeron, and Governor Edwards for a fundraising event on campus where the football coach appeared to endorse Edwards’ reelection effort.  The Senator says if the shoe was on the other foot, you’d hear serious protests from the Democrats.

Cut 7 (11) “…campus”

State Police is investigating a fatal crash involving an on-duty West Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy and a pedestrian early Friday morning. Trooper Taylor Scrantz says Deputy Alberto Casco struck 37-year-old Clinell Robertson of Plaquemine on LA 1 in Brusly.  Scrantz says Robertson was wearing dark clothing, and pedestrians can avoid the unfortunate scenario through simple steps…

Cut 11 (09)   “…to do so”

Scrantz says the crash is still under investigation.

There’s a chance Will Wade will return to lead the LSU’s men’s basketball program.  Jeff Palermo has the latest on the suspended head coach…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Mental health is a topic that has the attention of the world, but there may be a tasty alternative treatment for issues that many people face. That food is the oyster. Professor of Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans Michelle Moore says it’s another example of foods impacting brain health.

Cut 12 (06) “…can decrease anxiety.”