7:30 LRN Newscast January 6

It’s more playoff heartbreak for the Saints. For the third consecutive year, New Orleans’ season ended on the final play as Minnesota defeated the Black and Gold 26-20 in overtime. Quarterback Drew Brees says it was a hard-fought game, but it hurts to come up short…
cut 13 (07) “…disappointing”
Brees is in the final year of his contract and could be a free agent in March.

There is some positive news out of New Orleans, LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine Professor Serena Aunon-Chancellor’s paper on an astronaut on the International Space Station being treated for a blood clot has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Aunon-Chancellor says the human body still surprises us in space…
cut 6 (10) “….much broader community”

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will stock 13 fishing sites this month with rainbow trout as part of the “Get Out and Fish” program. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

Mystery surrounds the decision by Alexandria Mayor Jeff Hall to put police chief Jerrod King on administrative leave. Hall’s administration calls it a personnel matter and assistant chief of police Farrell Gaspard has put in charge of the A-P-D. Chief King has used social media to publically support his officers, but it’s unclear if any of those posts have led to King being put on leave.

6:45 LRN Sportscast January 6

More playoff heartbreak for the Saints. For the third consecutive year, New Orleans’ season ended on the final play as Minnesota defeated the Black and Gold 26-20 in overtime. Quarterback Drew Brees threw for 208 yards and a touchdown, but he was also intercepted once and lost a fumble for the first time this year. The 40-year-old Brees says it was a hard-fought game, but it hurts to come up short…
cut 13 (07) “…disappointing”
Brees is in the final year of his contract and could be a free agent in March.

Now Louisiana sports fans can turn their attention to the national championship game a week from tonight. Sophomore Tigers linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson has played very well down the stretch and is likely getting ready to play in his final game in purple and gold..
cut 18 (27) “…special”
The U-L Ragin Cajuns will take on Miami of Ohio tonight at 6:30 PM in the Lending Tree Bowl at Ladd Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. 20 seniors, including Kevin Dotson, Jacques Boudreaux and Ja’Marcus Bradley are playing their final game for the Cajuns. Coach Billy Napier says they will be missed…
cut 17 (23) “….than that”
Napier also says he’s not a candidate for the head coaching vacancy at Mississippi State.

In college basketball, After winning their 10th straight SEC road game on Saturday over Tennessee. LSU has two home games this week. The Tigers will host Arkansas on Wednesday and Mississippi State on Saturday.

Tonight, ULM is at Coastal Carolina and the Cajuns are at Appalachian State.

6:30 LRN Newscast January 6

For the second year in a row, the Saints lose a home postseason game in overtime as Minnesota upset the Black and Gold 26-20. The Vikings had the better running attack, Kirk Cousins made some big throws and the Saints offense struggled through the first three quarters. Coach Sean Payton says they didn’t lose by a miracle or bad call this time…
Cut 12 (11) follow up game”
It’s the third straight year the Saints season ended on the final play of a playoff game.

The state Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will stock 44-hundred pounds of rainbow trout at 13 Get Out and Fish community fishing ponds throughout Louisiana this month. L-D-W-F fisheries biologist Megan MacMenamin says the rainbow trout will average from one to two pounds…
cut 9 (07) “….one to two pounds”

The countdown is on for next Monday’s national championship game between LSU and Clemson. Matt Doyle has more…
Voicer 3 (30) “… I’m Matt Doyle”

Tonight the Ragin Cajuns will play Miami of Ohio in the Lending Tree Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. Kick-off is at 6:30.

LRN AM Newscall January 6

An LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine professor details the first reported case and treatment of stagnant blood flow with an astronaut stationed at the International Space Station. Kevin Barnhart has the story

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife will stock 13 fishing sites later this month with rainbow trout as part of the “Get Out and Fish” community fishing program. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.” 

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The countdown is on for next Monday’s national championship game between LSU and Clemson. Matt Doyle has more…

Cut 3 (30)  “… I’m Matt Doyle” 

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An LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine professor details the treatment of a  blood clot involving an astronaut on the International Space Station. Dr. Serena Aunon-Chancellor is the lead author of the paper and she says the findings demonstate that the human body reaction to space travel still surprises us…

Cut 4 (11) “…moon or Mars.”

An ultrasound performed about two months into the mission revealed a blood clot in one astronaut. It’s the first time NASA had encountered this condition in space before. The astronaut took blood thinners to shrink the clot and it was eventually gone 10 days after the astronaut returned to earth.

Aunon-Chancellor says the paper details how the astronaut was treated while in orbit.

Cut 5 (08) “…here on earth.”

Aunon-Chancellor says it is a huge honor to have her paper published in the New England Journal of Medicine…

Cut 6 (10) “…much broader community.”

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will stock 13 fishing sites around Louisiana later this month with rainbow trout.  LDWF fisheries biologist Megan MacMenamin says it is all part of the “Get Out and Fish” community fishing program.

Cut 7 (10) “…state of Louisiana.”

Rainbow trout is a cold-water fish, and will only be able to survive in Louisiana during winter months.  MacMenamin says by doing the stocking, it really increases an angler’s odds of catching a fish.

Cut 8 (08) “…bit more appeal.”

MacMenamin says the fish being stocked are adult rainbow trouts that are about one to two pounds in weight, but they could get much bigger.

Cut 9 (07) “…1 to 2 pounds.”

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A big weekend of national championship game events kicks-off  Saturday with a fan fest at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans and musical acts performing at Woldenberg Park. New Orleans host committee executive director Jeff Hundley says fans can also participate in media day at Xavier University on Saturday

Cut 10 (11) “…been held”

On Sunday night at Mardi Gras World, it’s the Taste of the Championship. Local residents and fans can sample gourmet food and drinks. Proceeds benefit the CFP Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers Initiative.

Hundley says even though Baton Rouge is just up the road from New Orleans, they expect hotel capacity in New Orleans to be close to capacity…

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For the second year in a row, the Saints lose a home postseason game in overtime as Minnesota upset the Black and Gold 26-20 in overtime. The Vikings had the better running attack, Kirk Cousins made some big throws and the Saints offense struggled through the first three quarters. Coach Sean Payton says they didn’t lose by a miracle or bad call this time…

Cut 12 (11) follow up game” 

Quarterback Drew Brees threw for 208 yards and a touchdown, but he was also intercepted once and lost a fumble for the first time this year. The 40-year-old Brees says it was a hard-fought game, but it hurts to come up short…

Cut 13 (07) “…disappointing”  (2x)

The Vikings fumbled on their first possession, but the Saints had to settle for a field goal despite great field position. Brees says not scoring a touchdown on the first drive set a bad tone…

Cut 14 (07) “…we did .”

Brees will turn 41-years-old this month but did not want to speculate on his playing future during his postgame press conference. But expressed optimism about the Saints future…

Cut 15 (15) “…free agency”

Brees is in the final year of his contract and could be a free agent in March.

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The Ragin Cajuns go after their 11th victory tonight when they face Miami of Ohio in the Lending Tree Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. The Red Hawks started 2-and-4, but won six of their last seven including the MAC Championship game. Cajuns Coach Billy Napier on what Miami does well…

Cut 16  (25)  …explosive plays” 

UL-Lafayette has never won 11 games in a season. This team features 20 seniors and Napier says it’s a special group led by Kevin Dotson, Jacques Boudreaux and Ja’Marcus Bradley…

Cut 17  (23) “than that” 

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A week from tonight the LSU Tigers will try to complete a perfect 15-0 season by beating Clemson in the national championship game. Sophomore Tigers linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson has played very well down the stretch and is likely getting ready to play in his final game in purple and gold…

cut 18  (27) special”  

An improved LSU defense faces its biggest test. Clemson has one of the top quarterbacks in the nation in Trevor Lawrence, who is 25-0 as a starter during his college career. Defensive lineman Rashard Lawrence says he is impressed in Lawrence’s ability to run with the football

cut 19 (23)  good game”  

LSU safety Jacoby Stevens is impressed with Clemson’s overall talent on offense…

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10:30 AM Newscast

The Saints and Vikings are set to meet for the fifth time in an N-F-L postseason game on Sunday at noon. Minnesota has won three of the four previous meetings, but they are the underdog this time around. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says the Vikings will need a big game out of running back Dalvin Cook

Cut 6 (10) “…thing here”

Hundreds of U-L Lafayette football fans will watch the game from Mobile, Alabama as the Ragin Cajuns are set to face Miami of Ohio in the Lending Tree Bowl on Monday night. Season ticket holder Craig Melancon says for them to close out the season with an eleventh victory in Mobile is huge for the program.

Cut 11 (09) “…to Cajun Field.”

The Lending Tree Bowl Kickoff is at 6:30 Monday night.

After a U-S airstrike in Baghdad, oil prices and futures see an uptick. GasBuddy-dot-com says we should see gas prices start to rise at the pump over the next week or two at least 5 to ten cents a gallon. But GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick DeHaan says if the situation worsens there are fears we could see prices hit the $3-a gallon mark.

Cut 4 (10) “…in Louisiana.”

The average gas price per gallon in Louisiana is $2.33

A single-vehicle crash south of Alexandria killed a man from Bunkie and a woman from Marksville. State Police Trooper Casey Wallace says the victims were not buckled up when the driver lost control on Highway 71 early Friday morning…

Cut 12 (10) “…woodline.” 

43-year-old Hoang Thai Nguyen and 40-year-old Le Bui Chatelain were pronounced dead at a hospital.

9:30 AM Newscast

The Saints will host the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL wildcard round on Sunday. Who Dat nation is hoping against heartbreak after back-to-back gut-punching losses in the playoffs. NFL analyst Mike Detellier says for the Saints to have success on offense, they’ll need to control Minnesota’s pass rush led by Everson Griffin and former LSU star Danielle Hunter…

Cut 7 (09) “…this game.”

Hundreds of U-L Lafayette football fans will watch the game from Mobile, Alabama as the Ragin Cajuns are set to face Miami of Ohio in the Lending Tree Bowl on Monday night. Season ticket holder Craig Melancon says the alumni association has put together a Sunday night event with several of the downtown bars…
Cut 10 (09) “…Mardi Gras parade.”

The Lending Tree Bowl Kickoff is at 6:30 Monday night.

After a U-S airstrike in Baghdad, oil prices and futures see an uptick. GasBuddy-dot-com says we should see gas prices start to rise at the pump over the next week or two at least 5 to ten cents a gallon. But GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick DeHaan says that all could change.

Cut 3 (12) “…impact.”

The average gas price per gallon in Louisiana is $2.33

A single-vehicle crash south of Alexandria kills a man from Bunkie and a woman from Marksville. State Police Trooper Casey Wallace says the victims were not buckled up when the driver lost control on Highway 71 early Friday morning…

Cut 13 (10) “…like that”
43-year-old Hoang Thai Nguyen and 40-year-old Le Bui Chatelain were pronounced dead at a hospital.

8:30 Newscast

Oil prices and futures rose today as a result of a U-S airstrike that killed a top Iranian military commander. GasBuddy-dot-com Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan says gas prices will rise, but does not expect a huge spike since the U-S is producing 7 and a half million more barrels of oil every day than a decade ago.
Cut 5 (09) “…wildcard here.”
The average gas price per gallon in Louisiana is $2.33

A single-vehicle crash south of Alexandria kills a man from Bunkie and a woman from Marksville. State Police Trooper Casey Wallace says the victims were not buckled up

Investigators do not know what caused the crash.

Cut 14 (09) “…what happened”

43-year-old Hoang Thai Nguyen and 40-year-old Le Bui Chatelain were pronounced dead at a hospital.

 

The Ragin’ Cajuns are preparing to play Miami of Ohio in the LendingTree Bowl in Mobile, Alabama.  While attendance is expected to be low due to the game taking place on a Monday night, season ticket holder Craig Melancon says the fans making the trip are excited to be there.

Cut 9 (08) “…traveled to Mobile.”

Kickoff is at 6:30 Monday night.  The alumni association is holding an event in downtown on Sunday, which will include a Saints watch party.

The Black and Gold will host the Vikings in an NFL wild card game. The Saints won 13 regular-season games last year and lost in the N-F-C Title game. New Orleans has 13 wins again in the regular season, but Detillier says the Saints are playing better on offense than a year ago and Drew Brees is a big reason why…

Cut 8 (11) “…on offense.”

Minnesota has won three of the four previous meetings, but they are the underdog this time around.

7:30 AM Newscast

The Saints and Vikings are set to meet for the fifth time in an N-F-L postseason game on Sunday at noon. Minnesota has won three of the four previous meetings, but they are the underdog this time around. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says the Vikings will need a big game out of running back Dalvin Cook
cut 6 (10) “…thing here”
Minnesota is a 7.5 point underdog in the contest. Vikings Quarterback Kirk Cousins says they are not using the point spread as extra motivation…
cut 20 (12) “…playoffs”

The Pelicans came up short last night against the Los Angeles Lakers. 123-113.

 

LSU will spend the weekend getting ready for the national championship game against Clemson. The opponent could have easily been Ohio State. LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow admits it would have been fun to face his old school and teammates
Cut 16 (9) …to play”

Tulane will face Southern Miss at 10:30 AM on Saturday in Fort Worth, Texas in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl. The first meeting between the two schools since 2010.

The Ragin Cajuns will face Miami of Ohio on Monday in Mobile in the Lending Tree Bowl. Cajuns season ticket holder Craig Melancon says an 11th win on the year would be huge for the program…
cut 11 (09) “…Cajun Field”
Mississippi State has fired head coach Joe Morehead and Cajuns Coach Bill Napier’s name has surfaced as a potential replacement.  But it appears Napier is not interested in the gig.

5:30 LRN Newscast January 3rd

Oil prices and futures rose as a result of a U-S airstrike that killed a top Iranian general. GasBuddy-dot-com Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan says don’t expect a major spike in oil prices unless the situation worsens in the Middle East.
Cut 4 (10) “…in Louisiana.”
Gas Buddy has Louisiana’s average gas price at $2.31 a gallon.

LSU will spend the weekend getting ready for the national championship game against Clemson. The opponent could have easily been Ohio State. LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow admits it would have been fun to face his old school and teammates
Cut 16 (9) …to play”
There’s a report President Trump will attend the national championship game in New Orleans on January 13th.

The Saints and Vikings are set to meet for the fifth time in an N-F-L postseason game on Sunday at noon. Minnesota has won three of the four previous meetings, but they are the underdog this time around. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says the Vikings will need a big game out of running back Dalvin Cook
Cut 6 (10) “…thing here”
One of the Vikings best players on defense is former LSU star Danielle Hunter, who has 14.5 sacks on the season.

The Ragin Cajuns will be in Mobile, Alabama this weekend to watch U-L Lafayette play Miami of Ohio in Monday’s Lending Tree Bowl. Cajuns season ticket holder Craig Melancon says an 11th win on the year would be huge for the program…
cut 11 (09) “…Cajun Field”
Kick-off is at 6:30 on Monday night.

4:45 LRN Sportscast

The Saints and Vikings are set to meet for the fifth time in an N-F-L postseason game on Sunday at noon. Minnesota has won three of the four previous meetings, but they are the underdog this time around. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says the Vikings will need a big game out of running back Dalvin Cook
cut 6 (10) “…thing here”
Minnesota is a 7.5 point underdog in the contest. Vikings Quarterback Kirk Cousins says they are not using the point spread as extra motivation…
cut 20 (12) “…playoffs”

The Pelicans are in action tonight as they visit the Los Angeles Lakers. L-A has won three in a row, New Orleans has won four straight. Tip time 9:30.

LSU will spend the weekend getting ready for the national championship game against Clemson. The opponent could have easily been Ohio State. LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow admits it would have been fun to face his old school and teammates
Cut 16 (9) …to play”

Tulane will face Southern Miss at 10:30 AM on Saturday in Fort Worth, Texas in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl. The first meeting between the two schools since 2010.

The Ragin Cajuns will face Miami of Ohio on Monday in Mobile in the Lending Tree Bowl. Cajuns season ticket holder Craig Melancon says an 11th win on the year would be huge for the program…
cut 11 (09) “…Cajun Field”
Mississippi State has fired head coach Joe Morehead and Cajuns Coach Bill Napier’s name has surfaced as a potential replacement.