6:30 LRN Newscast October 5

After reviewing the F-B-I report, Louisiana Senators John Kennedy and Bill Cassidy plan on voting to confirm Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Cassidy says the investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against the Judge are unfounded…
cut 9 (10) “…no corroboration”
A key procedural vote takes place today and it’s likely the U-S Senate will confirm Kavanaugh tomorrow.

Drag Queen Story Time set for Saturday at South Louisiana Community College in Lafayette has been postponed after the school decided not to hold the event as planned, because of safety concerns and large crowds. Citizens for a New Louisiana Executive Director Michael Lunsford is pleased with the news…
cut 13 (10) “….three-year-olds”
The Lafayette Library planned the event that called for male UL Lafayette college students reading to children in drag.

The Louisiana Department of Health recently released its voluntary non-opioid directive form as a new tactic in combating opioid abuse. Those who sign the form pledge to refuse the offer or administration of opioid medications. Dr. Janice Petersen with LDH says the form is meant to be used by patients as a communication tool with care providers.
Cut 4 (11) “…explain their situation.”
Opioid abuse has become a public health crisis for Louisiana, with the number of deaths more than doubling from 2011 to 2015.