11:30 LRN Newscast Oct 26

Stressors from the pandemic and a rising number of mental illness diagnoses among children have prompted pediatricians to say kids’ mental health is a national emergency. Clinical Psychologist with LSU Health New Orleans Doctor Michelle Moore anticipates things will even worsen once the pandemic eases.

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The Saints scored just one touchdown last night, but it was enough to beat the Seahawks 13-10. New Saints kicker Brian Johnson also kicked two clutch field goals, including the game-winner with less than two minutes left. Johnson says he tried not to overthink it…

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Johnson could be the kicker for the season as Will Lutz announced he’ll sit out the year after suffering a setback from core muscle surgery.

Governor Edwards has a 3 p.m. press conference today. With COVID numbers declining, will he end the statewide mask mandates? Kevin Gallagher has more…:

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And on Thursday Governor Edwards will travel to Scotland to attend the International Race to Zero Climate Summit.  Meetings will be held Sunday through November 4th. Edwards says that no other state in the nation has been more affected by climate change than Louisiana, but also in a better position to be part of the solution.