12:30 LRN Newscast Feb 1

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves is still not ready to make a decision on whether to run for governor or not. During his weekly appearance on Mornings with Brian Haldane on Talk 107-3, Graves admits the Louisiana Republican Party’s endorsement of Attorney General Jeff Landry has led to a push for him to run for governor…

Cut 8 (12)  “…absurd” 

There’s another big jackpot drawing tonight. Powerball is up to $653 million with a cash value of $351 million. Dustin Annison with the Louisiana Lottery says this Powerball jackpot has been rolling since November 21st.

Cut 9 (05) “…right now.” 

Tickets for tonight’s drawing must be purchased by 9:00 PM.

Louisiana loves beef, but new federal data shows we can expect to pay more for the popular protein in the months ahead. Kevin Gallagher has more.

Cut 1 (33)  “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”