The football world is mourning the death of Joe McKnight, who was fatally shot in what authorities believe was a road rage incident in Jefferson Parish. McKnight was one of the top high school football players in the country coming out of John Curtis High School in 2006. His former head coach, J-T Curtis, is devastated by the slaying of the 28-year-old.

Cut 17 (08) “just tragic”

McKnight played at USC and was drafted by the New York Jets and also played for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Medicaid expansion enrollment has surpassed the 351-thousand mark, according to the Louisiana Department of Health. Secretary Dr. Rebekah Gee says Medicaid expansion should lead to better health outcomes for working citizens who were previously uninsured.

Cut 7 (09) “healthcare”
Bayou Country Superfest has announced the lineup for next year’s festival, which includes headliners Blake Shelton and his ex-wife Miranda Lambert. Producer Quint Davis says it will be interesting to see how the two megastars interact.

Cut 13 (08) “about that”

Other headliners include Thomas Rhett, Brooks & Dunn, Rascal Flatts, and Hank Williams Jr.

The Cajundome officially reopens tonight with a brand new look, after a 22-million dollar renovation. Cajundome Director Greg Davis says the new improvements will help with getting big name acts.

Cut 10 (11) “live entertainment”

Tonight the Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team will take on Nicholls State.