9:30 LRN Newscast

We continue our profiles on the six major candidates running for governor and the major Democrat Shawn Wilson believes he’s the right candidate for Louisianans because of his leadership and proven record to deliver on infrastructure projects…

Cut 4 (11) “…do that.”

The Louisiana Forestry Association continues to offer a reward of up to $15 thousand for tips leading to the arrest of arsonists in the state’s three largest wildfires. Ag and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain…

Cut 8 (11) “…to justice.” 

Laura McLaughlin of Pitkin was arrested for setting the Highway 113 fire which started in Rapides and spread into Vernon Parish.

A powerful lobbying group for businesses has a new leader. Jeff Palermo reports he’s a familiar face at the state capitol…

Cut 3 (31) …I’m Jeff Palermo”

A driver hauling a trailer full of pigs lost all of the animals when the gate on the trailer came loose and the pigs fell out. Authorities say 30 dead pigs were scattered along the westbound side Mississippi River Bridge after the animals fell off the back of the truck and were hit by drivers. It’s unknown if the driver who lost its load was located.