LRN Newscast 17:30 October 30

Gubernatorial candidates David Vitter and John Bel Edwards are busy on the campaign trail. Vitter appeared at a rally in Baton Rouge on Friday and told the lunchtime crowd there’s a clear choice to make on November 21st….
cut 5 (12) “…guide us”
Edwards, a democrat, appeared at a news conference with sheriffs from around the state. Assumption Parish Sheriff Mike Waguespack says Edwards will bring integrity to the governor’s office…
cut 4 (12) “…of Louisiana”
The runoff election is November 21st.

The southern half of the state is under a flash flood watch on Saturday. The National Weather Service says heavy rain, strong winds and an isolated tornado are also possible on Halloween.

WVUE-TV reports the US Department of Education is investigating how LSU handles cases of rape and sexual assault. Emelie Gunn reports…
voicer 2 (31) “…I’m Emelie Gunn”

Cops say a gymnastics coach from Jefferson Parish has been arrested and booked with video voyeurism and possession and production of child pornography. Kenner Police say they executed a search warrant at the home of Brian Townsend and found several images of female juveniles engaging in sex acts. Townsend worked at several dance studios in Kenner and Metairie.