9:30 LRN Newscast October 26

Ninth-ranked Auburn will arrive in Death Valley this afternoon looking for its first win in Baton Rouge since 1999. The 2nd ranked Fighting Tigers will look to make the trip an unpleasant one for rookie quarterback Bo Nix, who has completed just 56-percent of his passes. Auburn features two outstanding defensive linemen, Marlon Davidson and Derrick Brown.

Vice President Mike Pence will headline a five to 15 thousand dollar a couple fundraiser for Eddie Rispone Monday in Baton Rouge. Matt Doyle has more…
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A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women. 46-year-old Kevin Miles was booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau says it’s illegal to use another person’s identity online, which is the basis for Miles’ charges.
Cut 13 (11) “…permission.”
Moreau says Miles used the fake social media account for over 10 years.

Authorities continue to investigate a fatal police shooting in Bossier City. 45-year-old Shannon Rupert of Shreveport died from her wounds. Bossier City police encountered Ruper Friday morning as they responded to a complaint of a disorderly person at LaQuinta Inn.

Former ULM President Dwight Vines has passed away at the age of 87. He served as the school’s president from 1976 to 1991.

8:30 LRN Newscast October 26

A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau says it’s a highly unusual case, and he knows people have a lot of questions, but they have to remain tight-lipped.
Cut 14 (07) “…identity”
Investigators say 46-year-old Kevin Miles used the fake social media account for over a decade.

The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that slammed into another vehicle in August, killing two people, including a two-year-old girl in St. Landry Parish, is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide. Trooper Thomas Gossen says 48-year-old Michael Shane Guidry of Carencro was booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center.
Cut 10 (10) “…16-year-old sister.”
35-year-old Lacy Leger of Sunset and her two-year-old daughter were traveling along the I-49 service road when the wreck happened, killing both of them.

The Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in southwest Louisiana is celebrating 100-years of conservation. Connor Ferrill has the story.
Voicer 3 (30) “…I’m Connor Ferrill”

It’s been 20 years since Auburn defeated LSU in Baton Rouge. That was before Nick Saban arrived as the Tigers head coach. For Auburn to pull off the upset today, its defensive line will need to be disruptive and they’ll have to hope they can run the football against LSU. The War Eagles are averaging 240 yards rushing per game. Kick-off is at 2:30.

07:30 LRN Sportscast October 26

It’s another Top 10 matchup for the 2nd ranked LSU Tigers as the Bayou Bengals host ninth-ranked Auburn at 2:30 today. Today will be a big test for the Tigers offensive line. Coach Ed Orgeron says his guys will have to win one-on-one matchups…
cut 30 (20) “…throw the ball”
The Tigers are 10.5 point favorites.

Louisiana Tech is a big 20.5 favorite on the road today against UTEP. The Bulldogs are 6-and-1 and 3-and-0 in Conference USA. The Miners have lost five straight and none of those games were close.

Tulane is a slight underdog on the road at Navy. The Green Wave have not won in Annapolis since 2001.

16th ranked Nicholls enters today tied for first place in the Southland Conference with Sam Houston, Incarnate World and Central Arkansas. All of those teams have one loss in conference. The Colonels host Abilene Christian for homecoming.

McNeese brings a two-game winning streak on the road to Stephen F Austin. The Cowboys have lost nine straight on the road. Winless Northwestern State is at 20th ranked Incarnate World. The Cardinals have won four straight since losing its Southland opener to Sam Houston. And Southeastern comes off a bye week to face Houston Baptist at 2 PM.

And Grambling is also coming off a bye week and the Tigers are on the road at Arkansas Pine Bluff. Southern is at Alcorn State. The Jags have lost eight of their last nine games in Lorman, Mississippi.

Coach Sean Payton will not say who will start at quarterback Sunday when the Saints host Arizona. Drew Brees and running back Alvin Kamara are both questionable.

And the Pelicans fall to 0-2 on the season as Dallas downed New Orleans 123 to 115, despite 25 points from Brandon Ingram.

5:30 PM Newscast

South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Storm Olga in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front.

47-year-old Kevin P. Miles of Pineville is under arrest facing allegations that he impersonated a woman online to solicit explicit photos. Matt Doyle has more…

cut  2 (30) “…I’m  Matt Doyle”   
The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that caused an August crash killing two people in a St. Landry Parish is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide.  Trooper Thomas Gossen says this is another reminder for motorists to make smart decisions and not get behind the wheel when inebriated.
Cut 11 (09) “…keep everyone safe.”
35-year-old Lacy Leger of Sunset and her two-year-old daughter were traveling along the I-49 service road when the accident happened, killing both of them.
Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s project E Pluribus Unum surveyed 800 people across the South for their views on race, with the report finding substantial disparities in how different groups view key issues. The survey found a slight plurality of both black and white respondents do not believe the Civil War was fought over slavery. Landrieu says that’s a sign that more education on the topic is needed.
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4:30 PM LRN Newscast October 25

Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s project E Pluribus Unum surveyed 800 people across the South for their views on race, with the report finding substantial disparities in how different groups view key issues.

Respondents were also asked if questions about race relations were getting too much, or too little attention. 50 percent of whites said it’s receiving too much, while 66 percent of blacks say too little.

Cut 7 (09) “…that way.”

69 percent of black respondents also reported they are sometimes, or often discriminated against based on their race.

The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that caused an August crash killing two people in a St. Landry Parish is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide.  Trooper Thomas Gossen says 48-year-old Michael Guidry crossed the centerline, striking the victims’ vehicle during early morning hours.

Cut 9 (12) “…for his arrest.”

A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women.

46-year-old Kevin P. Miles was booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau…

Cut 12 (09) “…users”

South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Depression in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front.

The entire state will be impacted by rain today and National Weather Service Forecaster Phil Grigsby says some areas could see heavy downpours…

Cut 5 (10) “…overnight hours”

445PM LRN Sports

Second-ranked LSU continues its push for its first-ever college football playoff appearance when they host ninth-ranked Auburn tomorrow. The Tigers are undefeated with already two wins this season against teams from the Top 10. Tigers linebacker Patrick Queen says there is no letting off the gas pedal…

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Auburn brings the SEC’s number one rushing attack into Death Valley.

The Pelicans tip-off their home opener tonight at 7 PM against the Mavs. New Orleans is coming off of a tough, but close loss in overtime against the defending champion Raptors in the season opener Tuesday night. Ticket prices have plunged over 15 percent for the game in the last week since news broke that rookie sensation Zion Williamson would not be suiting up for the team, possibly for the rest of the year due to a knee injury.

The Mavs opened their season with a win against the hapless Wizards, where the young, foreign born duo of Kirstaps Porzingis and Luka Doncic combined for 57 points.

The injury report for the Saints week 8 matchup against the Cards Sunday is in. Drew Brees return to action for the first time since week 2 is listed as questionable, along with Alvin Kamara, who missed last week’s win over the Bears. Jared Cook is listed as out. For the Cards, superstar running back David Johnson is listed as questionable after receiving all of one carry last week.

The World Series continues tonight at 7 PM in Washington as the Nationals return home with a 2-0 lead over the Astros. Zach Greinke will take the mound for Houston vs. Washington’s Anibal Sanchez. It’s the first world series game to be hosted in Washington since 1933.

 3-3 Southeastern takes on Houston Baptist tomorrow at 2pm. The Lions have dropped two straight after starting off the season strong, and are 6th in the Southland.

The 4-3 Southern Jaguars take on 5-2 Alcorn State Saturday at 2pm. Southern is riding a three game winning streak heading into this game against the explosive Braves QB Felix Harper who just hung 324 yards and 5 TDS on Savannah State.

4-4 McNeese takes on 1-6 Stephen F. Austin tomorrow at 3pm, and The Colonels play Abilene Christian at 3PM.

6-1 LA Tech plays 1-5 UTEP tomorrow at 7PM. The Bulldogs haven’t lost a game since dropping their opener to Texas.

5-2 Tulane takes on 5-1 Navy. The Greenwave were in the discussion for a top 25 ranking until getting clobbered last week by Memphis.

PM Newscall 10.25.19

The weather today is perfect for a duck as a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico will help fuel the possibility of heavy rainfall. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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 47-year-old Kevin P. Miles of Pineville is under arrest facing allegations that he impersonated a woman online to solicit explicit photos. Matt Doyle has more…

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South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Depression in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front. But National Weather Service Forecaster Phil Grigsby says we are not expecting a significant tropical threat

Cut 3 (10)   “…Louisiana coast.” 

Grigsby says we could see coastal flooding by Grand Isle and lower Terrebonne parishes and rainfall totals between two and four inches. He says the interacting weather systems will not hang around…

Cut 4 (10) “…cold front”

The entire state will be impacted by rain today and Grigsby says some areas could see heavy downpours…

Cut 5 (10) “…overnight hours”

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Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s project E Pluribus Unum surveyed 800 people across the South for their views on race, with the report finding substantial disparities in how different groups view key issues.

90 percent of blacks surveyed believe they have fewer economic opportunities than whites, while only 44 of whites agree.

Cut 6 (09) “.descrimination”.

64 percent of Latinx respondents felt they have fewer economic opportunities than whites.

Respondents were also asked if questions about race relations were getting too much, or too little attention. 50 percent of whites said it’s receiving too much, while 66 percent of blacks say too little.

Cut 7 (09) “…that way.”

69 percent of black respondents also reported they are sometimes, or often discriminated against on the basis of their race.

The survey found a slight plurality of both black and white respondents do not believe the Civil War was fought over slavery. Landrieu says that’s a sign that more education on the topic is needed.

Cut 8 (06) “…long time.”

50 percent of whites also said the legacy of slavery does not impact African American’s ability to “get ahead today”. 67 percent of blacks disagreed.

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The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that caused an August crash killing two people in a St. Landry Parish is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide.  Trooper Thomas Gossen says 48-year-old Michael Guidry crossed the center line, striking the victims’ vehicle during early morning hours.

Cut 9 (12)  “…for his arrest.”

35-year-old Lacy Leger of Sunset and her two-year-old daughter were traveling along the I-49 service road when the accident happened, killing both of them.  Gossen says wrecks that claim the life of a young child are compounded in tragedy.

Cut 10 (10) “…16-year-old sister.”

Gossen says this is another reminder for motorists to make smart decisions and not get behind the wheel when inebriated.

Cut 11 (09) “…keep everyone safe.”

Guidry also faces charges of vehicular negligent injuring, improper lane usage, and no seat belt.

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A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women.

46-year-old Kevin P. Miles was booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau…

Cut 12 (09) “…users” 

Moreau says it’s highly illegal to use other people’s identity online, which is the basis for Miles’ charges.

Cut 13 (11) “permission.”

The investigation began in July, and authorities gathered enough evidence to get a warrant on Mile’s home.

Moreau says it’s a highly unusual case, and he knows people have a lot of questions about this, but they have to remain tight-lipped.

Cut 14 (07) “…identity”

330PM LRN news

South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Depression in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front. National Weather Service Forecaster Phil Grigsby says  we could see coastal flooding by Grand Isle and lower Terrebonne parishes and rainfall totals between two and four inches. He says the interacting weather systems will not hang around…

Cut 4 (10) “…cold front”

Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s project E Pluribus Unum surveyed 800 people across the South for their views on race, with the report finding substantial disparities in how different groups view key issues. 90 percent of blacks surveyed believe they have fewer economic opportunities than whites, while only 44 of whites agree.

Cut 6 (09) “.descrimination”.

64 percent of Latinx respondents felt they have fewer economic opportunities than whites.

The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that caused an August crash killing two people in a St. Landry Parish is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide.  Trooper Thomas Gossen says wrecks that claim the life of a young child are compounded in tragedy.

Cut 10 (10) “…16-year-old sister.”

35-year-old Lacy Leger of Sunset and her two-year-old daughter were traveling along the I-49 service road when the accident happened, killing both of them.

A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau says it’s a highly unusual case, and he knows people have a lot of questions about this, but they have to remain tight-lipped.

Cut 14 (07) “…identity”

230PM LRN News

South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Depression in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front. But National Weather Service Forecaster Phil Grigsby says we are not expecting a significant tropical threat

Cut 3 (10)   “…Louisiana coast.” 

Grigsby says we could see coastal flooding by Grand Isle and lower Terrebonne parishes and rainfall totals between two and four inches.

Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s project E Pluribus Unum surveyed 800 people across the South for their views on race, with the report finding substantial disparities in how different groups view key issues. The survey found a slight plurality of both black and white respondents do not believe the Civil War was fought over slavery. Landrieu says that’s a sign that more education on the topic is needed.

Cut 8 (06) “…long time.”

47-year-old Kevin P. Miles of Pineville is under arrest facing allegations that he impersonated a woman online to solicit explicit photos. Matt Doyle has more…

cut  2 (30) “…I’m  Matt Doyle”   

We’re awaiting the Saints injury report this afternoon to see whether or not either of Drew Brees or Alvin Kamara will suit up for the Black and Gold his Sunday in the Dome against Arizona. Kamara missed last weeks game against the Bears and Brees has been out since a week two injury.

And the Pelicans have their home opener tonight against the Mavs, with tip-off set for 7PM. The team lost a close game in overtime to start the season Tuesday against the Raptors.

1:30 PM Newscast

An early morning complaint of a disorderly person at a Bossier City LaQuinta Inn results in the woman in question being shot twice by a police officer and dying from her injuries.  Bossier City PD says 45-year-old Shannon Rupert of Shreveport was waving around scissors while on the phone in the hotel’s lobby around 5:45 AM.  The officer gave multiple verbal commands to the woman to put down the scissors, but when she aggressively approached the officer with scissors still in hand, the officer fired shots striking the woman in the upper torso.  The woman died at LSU Ochsner Hospital.  The officer was not injured.
A Pineville man has been arrested and charged with 250 counts of online impersonation after allegedly posing as a woman on social media sites to solicit sexually explicit photos from women.  Kevin P. Miles was booked into the Rapides Parish Detention Center. State Police Master Trooper Scott Moreau says it’s highly illegal to use other people’s identity online, which is the basis for Miles’ charges.

Cut 13 (08) “…the community.”
South Louisiana and the Mississippi River Delta parishes are under a flash flood watch through Saturday afternoon as a Tropical Depression in the Gulf moves towards the Louisiana coast and collides with a cold front. The entire state will be impacted by rain today and National Weather Service Forecaster Phil Grigsby says some areas could see heavy downpours…
Cut 5 (10) “…overnight hours”
Grigsby says we could see coastal flooding by Grand Isle and lower Terrebonne parishes.
The man behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck that caused an August crash killing a mother and her 2-year-old in St. Landry Parish is now charged with two counts of negligent homicide.  Trooper Thomas Gossen says 48-year-old Michael Guidry crossed the center line, striking the victims’ vehicle during early morning hours.

Cut 9 (12)  “…for his arrest.”