5:30 LRN Newscast

LSU moves up to number three in the AP poll and number four in the coaches poll following their 17-10 win over Clemson Saturday night. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gave LSU a grade of 65 out of 100 for their performance. LSU Coach Brian Kelly clapped back, saying that’s a low score considering his team dominated Clemson in the second half.

Cut 13 (10)  “…second half.”

LSU hosts Louisiana Tech this Saturday night; kickoff is at 6:30.

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund launches a statewide campaign inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says adults can set a good example by not being on their cell phones around children.

Cut 4 (12) “…workplaces and communities.”

SNAP recipients can no longer use food stamps to purchase soda, candy and energy drinks. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Have you ever dreamt of telling your boss exactly how you feel about him or her? All you need to do is match five numbers and the Powerball in tomorrow night’s drawing, and you can speak your mind without the fear of financial ruin. That’s because pulling off that astronomical feat will make you 1.3-billion dollars richer. Of course, you have a better chance of being struck by lightning, but one can certainly dream!

4:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU opened its season with a 17 to 10 win over Clemson in a defensive battle. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gave the LSU Tigers a grade of 65 out of 100 for their performance last Saturday. Kelly clapped back, saying it was a low score considering his team dominated Clemson in the second half…

Cut 13 (10)  “…second half.”

LSU came in at number three in the Associated Press Rankings this week, which is the highest ranking LSU has been since 2019.

Nicholls State football entered the FCS Top 25 poll this week at the number 22 spot. Nicholls enters the top 25 after a win over number 4 Incarnate Word and a loss to Troy despite not being ranked in the preseason polls.

For the first time ever, the Grambling State Tigers will face an Associated Press number 1 team. The Tigers will be tasked with facing the number 1 Ohio State after the Buckeyes took care of Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns this past weekend.

During the holiday weekend, the Saints made a shocking roster move, and head coach Kellen Moore says it was a rather difficult one.

Cut 20 (10) “…had to make.”

The New Orleans Saints announced the hiring of Thomas Dimitroff as a consultant. Dimitroff has an extensive background in NFL front offices, most notably with the Atlanta Falcons, where he served as General Manager while helping lead the team to a Super Bowl 51 appearance.

ULM senior defensive back D’arco Perkins-McCallister was named as the Sun Belt Conference defensive player of the week after an impressive performance against Saint Francis. Perkins-McCallister totaled 8 tackles, including two sacks in the shutout win.

Two Louisiana Tech football players earned Conference USA Weekly Honors this week. Linebacker Mekhi Mason was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week and punter John Hoyet Chance was selected as the Conference USA Special Teams Player of the Week.

4:30 LRN Newscast

After a very impressive 17 to 10 win over Clemson Saturday night, LSU is movin’ on up – as in the rankings. LSU is now number-three in the AP poll and number-four in the coaches’ poll. Coach Brian Kelly credits confidence and preparation for the team’s outstanding performance on the road Saturday night.

Cut 12 (15) “…the game.”

SNAP recipients can no longer purchase junk food with their benefits. Governor Landry says the federal government has approved Louisiana’s request to ban the purchase of certain items with food stamps…

Cut 9 (11)  “…rotisserie chicken.”

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says the statewide campaign is actually not about refraining from using cell phones while driving – it’s about reducing the use of cell phones altogether.

Cut 3 (11) “…for our children.”

Anderson says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems.

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says sometime after nine Sunday night, someone called police to report a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got another call, saying that someone had been shot.

Cut 6 (03) “…upper torso area.”

That victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr., and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

LRN PM Newscall September 2

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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SNAP recipients can no longer use food stamps to purchase soda, candy and energy drinks. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says the statewide campaign is actually not about refraining from using cell phones while driving – it’s about reducing the use of cell phones altogether.

Cut 3 (11) “…for our children.”

Anderson says adults can set a good example by not being on their cell phones around children.

Cut 4 (12) “…workplaces and communities.”

Anderson says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems.

Cut 5 (11) “…and emotionally disregulated.”

Anderson says excessive cell phone use has also been shown to have adverse effects among adults as well.

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A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says sometime after nine Sunday night, someone called police to report a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got another call, saying that someone had been shot.

Cut 6 (03) “…upper torso area.”

Chief LeBouef says that victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr.

Cut 7 (07) “…at the scene.”

(Stevens was pronounced dead at the scene.) LeBouef says the events that led to the shooting are still under investigation.

Cut 8 (05) “…he was targeted.”

So far, no arrests have been made.

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SNAP recipients can no longer purchase junk food with their benefits. Governor Jeff Landry says the federal government has approved the Louisiana’s request to ban the purchase of certain items with food stamps.

Cut 9 (11)  “…rotisserie chicken.”

Landry says SNAP recipients can now go to the grocery store and buy a hot rotisserie chicken with their food stamps. He says this new policy is part of the state’s Make Louisiana Healthy agenda.

Cut 10 (09) “…Louisianians healthy.”

Landry says gone are the days of taxpayers subsidizing unhealthy lifestyles and eating habits.

Cut 11 (06) “…candy out.”

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LSU has moved up six spots to number three in the latest A-P Top poll. The Tigers are ranked fourth in the coaches. LSU is coming off an impressive 17 to 10 win over Clemson, who is now ranked eighth. Coach Brian Kelly credits confidence and preparation for the team’s outstanding performance on the road…

Cut 12 (15) “…the game.”

This is LSU’s highest ranking since 2019.

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gave the LSU Tigers a grade of 65 out of 100 for their performance last Saturday. Kelly clapped back and said that’s a low score considering his team dominated Clemson in the second half.

Cut 13 (10)  “…second half.”

Louisiana Tech is up next for the third-ranked Tigers. The Bulldogs won their season opener by shutting out Southeastern Louisiana. Kelly has great respect for Tech coach Sonny Cumbie.

Cut 14 (12) “…state of Louisiana.”

Kick off is at 6:30 p-m.

3:30 LRN Newscast

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies were seen walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got a call, saying that someone had been shot. The victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr.

Cut 7 (07) “…at the scene.”

It’s unclear what led up to the shooting. So far, no arrests have been made.

As a result of its impressive win on the road at Clemson LSU moved up six spots in the AP Top 25 poll and is ranked third.  Louisiana Tech is up next for the third ranked Tigers. The Bulldogs won their season opener by shutting out Southeastern Louisiana. Coach Brain Kelly has great respect for Tech coach Sonny Cumbie…

Cut 14 (12) “…state of Louisiana.”

Kick off is at 6:30.

 

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

And Governor Landry says it’s now official, SNAP recipients can no longer use their food stamps to purchase candy, soda or energy drinks. Landry says gone are the days of taxpayers subsidizing unhealthy lifestyles and eating habits…

Cut 11 (06) “…candy out.”

2:30 LRN Newscast

LSU moves up to number three in the AP poll and number four in the coaches poll following their 17-10 win over Clemson Saturday night. Apparently not exactly showing his gracious side, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney gave LSU a grade of 65 out of 100 for their performance. LSU Coach Brian Kelly clapped back, saying that’s a low score considering his team dominated Clemson in the second half.

Cut 13 (10)  “…second half.”

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says the statewide campaign is actually not about refraining from using cell phones while driving – it’s about reducing the use of cell phones altogether.

Cut 3 (11) “…for our children.”

SNAP recipients can no longer use food stamps to purchase soda, candy and energy drinks. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Congressman Clay Higgins is withdrawing from the House Homeland Security Committee. In a letter announcing his withdrawal, Higgins said while he had fought for American law and the security of American sovereignty, his Republican colleagues have chosen an alternate path more in alignment with the less conservative factions of the conference.

1:30 LRN Newscast

Last hour, I told you that LSU had moved up to number four in the Coaches Poll. Now, the AP Writers Poll is out, and LSU has moved up even more in that one to number three. This, after an impressive 17 to 10 win over Clemson, who is now ranked eighth in both polls. Coach Brian Kelly credits confidence and preparation for the team’s outstanding performance on the road.

Cut 12 (15) “…the game.”

SNAP recipients can no longer purchase junk food with their benefits. Governor Landry says the federal government has approved Louisiana’s request to ban the purchase of certain items with food stamps…

Cut 9 (11)  “…rotisserie chicken.”

A statewide campaign urges you to “Put The Phone Down” – not just while driving, but altogether. Ursula Anderson, the executive director of the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund, says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems. 

Cut 5 (11) “…and emotionally disregulated.”

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the weekend. Sunday night, police got calls about a group of teens wearing hoods and masks walking around, some of whom were carrying guns. A short time later, they got another call, saying someone had been shot. 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says the events that led to the shooting are still under investigation.

Cut 8 (05) “…he was targeted.”

12:30 LRN Newscast

After a huge win over Clemson Saturday night, LSU is moving on up. The Tigers have jumped up five notches to number four in the Coaches Poll, which was released earlier today, garnering one first place vote. Ohio State, Penn State and Georgia occupy the top three slots. The AP writers poll will be released at the top of the hour, and LSU, which like in the Coaches Poll opened at number nine, is expected to make a similar jump there as well.

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies were seen walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got a call, saying that someone had been shot. The victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr.

Cut 7 (07) “…at the scene.”

It’s unclear what led up to the shooting. So far, no arrests have been made.

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund launches a statewide campaign inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says adults can set a good example by not being on their cell phones around children.

Cut 4 (12) “…workplaces and communities.”

Anderson says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems. Furthermore, she says excessive cell phone use has been shown to have adverse effects on the mental health of adults as well.

11:40 LRN Sportscast

LSU put extra emphasis on beating Clemson as the Tigers desperately wanted to snap their streak of five consecutive season opening losses. They had shirts printed that said 1-and-0. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier says it’s great to start the season off with a win, now they got to do it again…

Cut 17 (12)  “…being 1-and-0.”

LSU Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier was named SEC Offensive Player of the Week. Nussmeier threw for 232 yards and a touchdown and did not turn the ball over.

Center Braelin Moore has been named the SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week. He helped the Tigers put up 354 total yards and maintain the ball for 37 minutes.

LSU hosts Louisiana Tech this Saturday. Bulldogs linebacker Mekhi Mason has been named Conference USA Player of the Week. He also had two sacks in the Bulldogs shutout win over Southeastern Louisiana.

 

T-minus five days before the Saints get their season underway in the Superdome against the Arizona Cardinals. The game marks the head coaching debut of Kellen Moore, the NFL’s youngest head coach. Moore says it’s a moment that he and the entire team have worked towards all off-season long.

Cut 19 (12) “…ready to roll.”

The Saints made a controversial roster move as special teams standout J-T Gray has been released. Moore did not provide a reason why they released their special team specialist, only to say it was a tough decision but needed to maintain roster flexibility.

11:30 LRN Newscast

The Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund is inviting you to “Put The Phone Down.” Executive Director Ursula Anderson says the statewide campaign is actually not about refraining from using cell phones while driving – it’s about reducing the use of cell phones altogether.

Cut 3 (11) “…for our children.”

Anderson says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems.

A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the holiday weekend. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says sometime after nine Sunday night, someone called police to report a group of teens wearing masks and hoodies walking around, with some carrying guns. A short time later, police got another call, saying that someone had been shot.

Cut 6 (03) “…upper torso area.”

That victim was identified as 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr., and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The largest field hospital in history was set up at LSU 20 years ago to provide care after Hurricane Katrina. Dr. Matthew Giglia (JIL-lyah) volunteered there as an undergraduate. He says Katrina showed him that while dealing with a disease, you’re also dealing with a human…

Cut 15 (11) “…in terrified.”

Dr. Giglia is now chief of surgery at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Baton Rouge.

Registration for the new round of the Louisiana Fortify Homes grant program is now open. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says the program is limited to those who live in the coastal zone, as well as Lake Charles, Sulphur and Westlake.

Cut 23 (07) “…in South Louisiana.”

Registration closes Friday, September 12th, then recipients will be chosen by random drawing.