06:40 Newscast, December 7th, 2016

What might the trial of Ronald Gasser look like now that he’s been charged with manslaughter in the death of former NFL player Joe McKnight? Legal analyst Tim Meche says if Gasser can explain a reasonable fear to the jury, he could be found not guilty…:
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Meche says the Jefferson Parish D-A’s office could also let a grand jury have a say.

The first day of the murder trial for Cardell Hayes, accused of killing former Saints star Will Smith, was filled with emotional testimony. Loyola law professor Dane Ciolino says the biggest surprise was that former New Orleans running back Deuce McAllister took the stand early as a character witness for Smith…:
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Saints quarterback Drew Brees was among other celebrities there supporting Smith’s family.

AAA warns against drowsy driving this holiday season. Jeff Palermo has more…:
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President-elect Donald Trump is expected to visit Baton Rouge in support of US Senate candidate John Kennedy on Friday. State Police say they were notified by Secret Service of Mr. Trump’s visit, but did not receive details of the agenda.