9:30 AM LRN Newscast Oct 9

For LRN I’m Erik Piccoli
Scammers are making the rounds, trying to rip off FEMA with fraudulent claims related to Hurricane Ida. More from Dave Brannen.
Cut 2 (33)…I’m Dave Brannen.”
This weekend Animal Planet will be airing Louisiana Law: In The Eye Of Hurricane Ida. Ed Pratt with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries tells us it’s an overview of what wildlife agents did during the storm to help victims and Ida’s impact on them too.
Cut 3 (08) “….rescue other people.”
The show, which follows the agents’ missions before and after Ida’s landfall, airs Sunday at 8 p.m. and will also stream on Discovery+.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and many patients who previously couldn’t schedule appointments due to the pandemic for the most part have returned. Ochsner Health Radiologist Maverick LeBlanc says if for some reason you’ve noticed a change in your breast since your last mammogram to always notify your healthcare provider so they can schedule a mammogram.
Cut 7 (11) “…checked out.”
Leblanc says earlier detection increases your survival rate.
And tonight the LSU Tigers will face off against the undefeated Kentucky Mavericks. Kentucky has been very good at stopping the opposing team’s running game, holding opponents to just over 100 yards rushing a game. Wildcats coach Mark Stoops expects LSU to try and run the football, so they will load the box with defenders…
Cut 14 (12) “..explosive runs”
The game starts at 6:30
For LRN I’m Erik Piccoli