15:30 LRN Newscast January 26

A jury is deliberating the fate of Ronald Gasser at this hour.  Prosecutors argue Gasser should spend the rest of his life in prison for shooting former NFL player Joe McKnight during a road rage incident in 2016.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says based on the evidence presented the chances of a second-degree murder conviction against Gasser are low…

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A year of repairs, replacement and testing for the St. Joseph water system is about ready to come to an end.  A public health emergency was declared in late 2016 after high amounts of lead was discovered.  State Health Officer Dr. Jimmy Guidry says there has been a complete overhaul since then…

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A federal judge in Shreveport rules against an effort to stop the removal of a Confederate monument outside of the Caddo Parish Courthouse. Matt Doyle has more…

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Four New Orleans French Quarter strip clubs had their licenses suspended for alleged prostitution, illegal sexual behavior and drug activity.  Stilettos, Hustlers Barley Legal, Hunks Oasis and Ricks Cabaret were ordered to cease selling alcohol and tobacco products immediately.  NOPD, State Police and the Alcohol and Tobacco Control conducted joint operations in targeting the violations in the four clubs.