11:30 LRN Newscast April 14

State Police are now investigating an officer-involved shooting death of a suspect who hours earlier was allegedly involved in the attempted murder of a 13-year-old female in Lafayette. Trooper Thomas Gossen says when Lafayette Police were trying to serve a high-risk arrest warrant to suspect 18-year-old Trevon Bonner, he barricaded himself inside his home.

Cut 4  (08) “…his injuries.”

The female victim is listed in critical condition at a local hospital.

After a 1-12 start and no Zion Williamson this season yet still, the New Orleans Pelicans are just one win from making the playoffs after beating the Spurs last night, 113-103. Brandon Ingram was riding high after the win…

Cut 12 (10) “…it’s a blessing.” 

The Pels play Friday in Los Angeles.

Be on the lookout for new political ads urging public support for getting a new Mississippi River bridge in Baton Rouge under construction.

Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

Ponchatoula-based candy maker Elmer has been producing sweets for almost two centuries, but this year has presented some challenges while they ramped up for Easter, says CEO Rob Nelson.

Cut 7 (11) “…pecan egg supply.”