4:30 LRN Newscast

College football writer Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports says the signs are pointing toward Lane Kiffin leaving Ole Miss and heading to LSU. But Dellenger says there are no guarantees Kiffin will be the next head coach at LSU…

Cut 3 (10) “…Lane Kiffin.”

Dellenger reports Florida officials have started to pursue other candidates and Ole Miss administrators have begun to reach out to potential replacement coaches.

The Louisiana High School Football quarterfinals are on Friday. In Division II select, the defending state champion Archbishop Shaw Eagles travel to Shreveport to face the Loyola Prep Flyers. Verrett says Loyola Prep has a dangerous pass attack, but believes the Eagles’ secondary could cause problems for junior quarterback Bryce Restovich and his offense.

Cut 15 (08) “…up there.”

With the holidays upon us, that means flu activity is ramping up and Louisiana leads the nation in reported cases, according to the CDC.  Dr. Julio Figueroa with LSU Health New Orleans says if you’re experiencing flu-like symptoms, the very best thing you can do is to stay home and to stay away from people who are susceptible to illness.

Cut 10 (10) “…individuals as well.”

With Thanksgiving being one of the worst times of the year for serious crashes, State Police remind you to make an extra effort to drive safely. It should be common knowledge by now that speed kills. But Trooper Ryan Davis also reminds you that the roads are not to be treated as NASCAR racetracks – do not follow the vehicle in front of you too closely!

Cut 7 (10) “…stop in time.”