Vernon Parish authorities charge five soldiers at Ft. Polk with drugging and raping two women in Rosepine…:

CUT 01(29)      “…Golsby.”

A drive-by shooting in Opelousas leaves two women dead. Police say it happened just after 10 Thursday night. The victims were in a parked car, when another vehicle pulled up and started firing. The women were pronounced dead at the scene. St. Landry Crimestoppers offers a $1000 reward for a tip that leads to an arrest. 337-948-TIPS.

Office holiday parties are back this year after the pandemic made them off-limits for two Christmases. So, with most of us out of practice…how should we behave? UNO business professor Mark Rosa says – first – don’t overdo it on the alcohol, and if someone chooses to still wear a mask at the party, keep your opinion to yourself…:

CUT 13(05)      “…mask on.”

Rosa says, if the boss invites you, it’s wise to attend.

LSU faces top-ranked Georgia this afternoon for the SEC Championship, with the Tigers a 17 & a half point underdog. Head coach Brian Kelly acknowledges the Bulldogs mighty defense, but says their offense – led by QB Stetson Bennett – is formidable…:

CUT 10(11)      “…in the pocket.”

Kickoff is at 3pm on CBS TV.