State Police have arrested a teenager driver involved in a fatal hit and run crash that occurred last week involving a bicyclist in Lafourche Parish. Trooper Ross Brennan says 19-year-old Isabelle Nguyen was traveling north on LA Highway one when she struck 66-year-old Henry Savoie of Larose

Cut 9 (10) “…that vehicle” 

Savoie died over the weekend from his injuries.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation has started preliminary site work for the new $361 million dollar Jimmie Davis Bridge connecting Bossier and Caddo Parishes. Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says drivers may notice workers clearing debris and vegetation near the foot of the bridge.

Cut 6 (08) “…extensive.”

Buchanan says major construction on the four-lane bridge is still about a year away as design work continues

LSU Pennington Biomedical Research Center receives a grant of more than $13 million to find the best way to help childhood obesity in minority and rural communities.

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thoringotn.” 

The State Fire Marshall’s office is investigating 2 fires in the last 12 hours involving fatalities. Firefighters battled a house fire in Cottonport around 8:30 Monday evening and later found a male victim inside. Around 8:30 Tuesday morning, firefighters responded to another house fire in Marksville and later found a male victim inside the house.

State Transportation has started preliminary site work for the $361 million project to build a new Jimmie Davis Bridge connecting Bossier and Caddo Parishes. Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says the design phase also includes transforming the existing structure into a linear park.

Cut 7 (10) “…each side.” 

Major construction on the four-lane bridge is still about a year away.

It’s official as LSU’s Jayden Daniels was named a Heisman Finalist last night. The biggest argument against Daniels receiving the award is the three losses suffered by the Tigers this season. But Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says….
cut 15 (09) “…out there”
The other finalists are Oregon’s Bo Nix, Washington’s Michael Penix Junior, and Ohio State s Marvin Harrison Junior. The award will be handed out on Saturday.

Concordia Parish Sheriff deputies have arrested seven people involved in the beating of a woman who was held against her will for a night inside a residence. Authorities say the victim escaped and got help at a pharmacy in Vidalia. Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson, Brandy Spears, says authorities are still searching for one person, 23-year-old Dustin Wright of Vidalia…
cut 9 (03) “….white male”

The woman escaped the next day and was able to identify the suspects ranging in ages from 23 to 43.

LSU Pennington Biomedical Research Center has received a more than $13 million grant to help fight childhood obesity among minorities and those in rural communities. Associate Professor Amanda Staiano says the grant will allow them to find the best approach to deliver their 26-hour evidence-based obesity program.

Cut 5 (11) “ …of families.”  

Starting on December 20th, graduating high school seniors who do not score well enough on LEAP tests to graduate, will have an avenue to appeal in order to graduate. Board of Elementary and Secondary Education President Holly Boffy is a big supporter of the policy…
cut 11 (12) “…..at students”
Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley and Governor-elect Jeff Landry oppose this new appeals process over concerns it waters down the value of a high school diploma.

LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels is one of four finalists up for the Heisman Trophy. Daniels leads college football in most offensive categories including yards per rush at 8.4 yards a carry. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says that sets Daniels apart from the other two quarterbacks up for the award….
Cut 14 (11) “…at quarterback.”
The Heisman Trophy winner will be announced Saturday night.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation has started preliminary site work for the new $361 million dollar Jimmie Davis Bridge connecting Bossier and Caddo Parishes. Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says drivers may notice workers clearing debris and vegetation near the foot of the bridge.
Cut 6 (08) “…extensive.”
Buchanan says major construction on the four-lane bridge is still about a year away.

LSU Pennington Biomedical has received a 13-million dollar grant that will look to see what programs would be effective in fighting childhood obesity among minorities and rural residents. Associate Professor Amando Staiaino says participants will be under the guidance of their physician and have access to a nutritionist and a social worker…
cut 4 (11) “…they need”
The outreach study among minority children and those in rural backgrounds is in conjunction with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Concordia Parish Deputies have arrested seven people in a home invasion, for false imprisonment, and second-degree battery of a female in Vidalia last week. One more person is still wanted for their alleged participation. Brandy Spears with Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office says the victim was inside a residence when eight individuals assaulted the victim.

Cut 8 (08) “…pepper spray.” 

The woman escaped the next day and was able to identify the suspects ranging in ages from 23 to 43.

The list of Heisman finalists is out, and Jayden Daniels is one of four players’ up for the award. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says the oddsmakers believe Daniels will be LSU’s third Heisman Trophy winner…

Cut 13 (09) “…overwhelming favorite.”
The Heisman Trophy winner will be announced Saturday night.

Starting on December 20th, high school seniors who do not pass the LEAP exam will have an option to appeal and possibly receive their diploma. The policy could be changed when new BESE members are sworn in next year. Current BESE president Holly Boffy says if that does happen…

Cut 12 (08) “…state law.” 
Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley and Governor-elect Jeff Landry oppose the appeals process, they believe it devalues a high school diploma.

LSU Pennington Biomedical Research Center has received a $13 million grant to help fight childhood obesity among minorities and those in rural communities. Associate Professor Amanda Staiano says the grant will allow them to find the best approach to deliver their 26-hour evidence-based obesity program.

Cut 3 (09) “….time period.”

The outreach study is in conjunction with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Louisiana high school seniors will have the option to appeal their scores on the state’s standardized graduation exam starting December 20th. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Louisiana Department of Transportation announced preliminary site work has started on the Jimmie Davis Bridge over the Red River connecting Bossier and Caddo Parishes. Officials say the process of removing types of vegetation is underway near the foot of the existing bridge.

Jayden Daniels is a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, one of the highest awards in college football. Some have mentioned LSU’s 9-3 record and its potential to hurt Daniels’ chances of winning the Heisman. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne…

Cut 15 (09) “…out there.”

The ceremony will air on ESPN at 8 pm on Saturday.

The Ragin Cajuns will play the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the 23^rd annual R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl on December 16. Bowl director Billy Ferrante…

Cut 4 (12) “…Rich Rodriguez.”

The Ragin Cajuns who are six-and-six overall, will make their seventh appearance in the bowl game.

Board of Elementary and Secondary Education President Holly Boffy defends her efforts to give students who are unable to pass the LEAP test to file an appeal. Boffy filed an emergency rule for the process to be implemented sooner but after political pushback, it will go into effect on December 20^th.

Cut 10 (11) “…a distraction.”

Boffy says it was never her intent for the issue to become a political distraction, but the December 20^th date still allows for December graduates. Louisiana is one of eight states that require passage of the graduation

Concordia Parish Deputies have arrested seven people in a home invasion, false imprisonment, and second-degree battery of a female in Vidalia last week. One more person is still wanted for their allegedly participating. Brandy Spears with Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office says the female was inside a residence when eight individuals entered without permission and assaulted the victim.

Cut 8 (08) “…pepper spray.” 

The woman escaped the next day and was able to identify eight people ranging in age from 23 to 43 involved in the home invasion.

LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels is one of four finalists up for the Heisman Trophy. Daniels leads college football in most offensive categories including yards per rush at 8.4 yards a carry. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says that sets Daniels apart from the other two quarterbacks up for the award….

Cut 14 (11) “…at quarterback.”

The Heisman Trophy winner will be announced Saturday night.

The Ragin Cajuns will once again compete in the R and L Carriers New Orleans Bowl as they face Jacksonville State on December 16. Bowl director Billy Ferrante says this is the 23rd annual R-and-L Carriers New Orleans Bowl and every time, U-L Lafayette is in the game, there’s more interest locally…

Cut 5 (12) “…0f market.”

The 23rd annual bowl game will air on ESPN at 1:15 pm.

Outgoing BESE President Holly Boffy (bow-fee) defends her initiative to allow high school seniors to appeal their scores on the state’s standardized graduation exam…
Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

According to the Louisiana Illuminator, 197-thousand Louisiana residents lost their Medicaid career during a five-month-period this year. It’s part of a nationwide Medicaid disenrollment process. For three years, the federal government did not allow states to remove individuals from Medicaid, even if they did not meet income requirements.

The list of Heisman finalists is out and Jayden Daniels is one of four players’ up for the award. Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says the oddsmakers believe Daniels will be LSU’s third Heisman Trophy winner…
Cut 13 (09) “…overwhelming favorite.”
The Heisman Trophy winner will be announced Saturday night.

High school football fans will be in New Orleans this weekend for the Prep Classic, the following weekend it’s the New Orleans Bowl between the Ragin Cajuns and Jacksonville State. Bowl Director Billy Ferrante knows the Cajuns will have a lot of fans at the game and they expect the same from Jacksonville State…
cut 6 (11) “…makes a difference’
The game will be on December 16th at 1:15 PM.

Starting on December 20th, high school seniors who do not score well enough on the LEAP test to graduate, will have an option to appeal that could result in the student receiving their diploma. The policy could be changed when new BESE members are sworn in next year. Current BESE president Holly Boffy says if that does happen…
cut 12 (08) “….state law”
But Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley and Governor-elect Jeff Landry oppose the appeals process, because they believe it devalues a high school diploma.

Seven people have been arrested in a home invasion, false imprisonment, and second-degree battery of a woman in Vidalia last week. Brandy Spears with the Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office says the victim found help at a pharmacy in Vidalia.
Cut 7 (08) “…night before..”
Deputies are still looking for one more person who allegedly participated, 23-year-old Dustin Wright of Vidalia.

It’s official as LSU’s Jayden Daniels was named a Heisman Finalist last night. The biggest argument against Daniels receiving the award is the three losses suffered by the Tigers this season. But Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne says….
cut 15 (09) “…out there”
The other finalists are Oregon’s Bo Nix, Washington’s Michael Penix Junior and Ohio State’ s Marvin Harrison Junior. The award will be handed out on Saturday.

The Ragin Cajuns will once again make a short drive to compete in a bowl game as they’ll face Jacksonville State in the New Orleans Bowl. Teiko Foxx has more from the bowl director…
Cut 1 (27) “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”