Last hour, I told you that LSU had moved up to number four in the Coaches Poll. Now, the AP Writers Poll is out, and LSU has moved up even more in that one to number three. This, after an impressive 17 to 10 win over Clemson, who is now ranked eighth in both polls. Coach Brian Kelly credits confidence and preparation for the team’s outstanding performance on the road.
SNAP recipients can no longer purchase junk food with their benefits. Governor Landry says the federal government has approved Louisiana’s request to ban the purchase of certain items with food stamps…
Cut 9 (11) “…rotisserie chicken.”
A statewide campaign urges you to “Put The Phone Down” – not just while driving, but altogether. Ursula Anderson, the executive director of the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund, says excessive cell phone use has proven to have adverse effects on children, leading to increased anxiety, depression and behavioral problems.
Cut 5 (11) “…and emotionally disregulated.”
A teen is shot and killed in Eunice over the weekend. Sunday night, police got calls about a group of teens wearing hoods and masks walking around, some of whom were carrying guns. A short time later, they got another call, saying someone had been shot. 18-year-old Frederick Stevens Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef says the events that led to the shooting are still under investigation.