Tonight’s jackpot for the Mega Millions drawing is nearly a billion dollars. It sits at 970-million dollars, the highest ever for the multi-state lottery game. Lottery lawyer Jason Kirkland advises against teaming up with colleagues and friends to purchase a bunch of tickets. Kirkland says it doesn’t increase your odds and it can lead to a major headache if you do win a big prize…
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Tonight’s drawing is at 10 PM.

A former Bunkie Police Chief and Dispatcher have both been arrested following an investigation by Louisiana State Police. The L-S-P received a complaint in July that accused the ex chief Bobby Corner and his dispatcher Nicholas Desselle of misconduct. LSP spokesperson Scott Moreau…
Cut 7 (09) “…the evidence room.”
Both men have retained well-known criminal defense attorney Mike Small.

A 100-thousand specimen collection of crustaceans is on its way from UL Lafayette to the Smithsonian. Kevin Barnhart reports a transfer ceremony takes place later this morning on campus.
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.”