7:30 A.M. LRN Newscast 12/07/2018

What do we know about the latest candidate in the Governor’s race? Kevin Barnhart talks with ULM Poli Sci Professor Joshua Stockley for a closer look at Congressman Ralph Abraham.
Cut 2 (28) “I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

Advanced cancer patients are a lot better off receiving palliative care, where treating symptoms is the focus, than traditional treatments, according to a new study by Tulane. Graduate student Laura Perry says the research, led by Tulane Assistant Professor Michael Hoerger, could inspire a new norm for patients with severe prognoses.

Cut 4 (10) “…early on.″

The security website SafeWise has put together it’s list of the twenty safest cities in the state for 2018. Safety and Security analyst for the site Rebecca Edwards says among the safest cities are De Ridder, Harahan, Scott, and topping the list was the St. Mary Parish city of Patterson.

There’s rain potential across the state starting today that could total anywhere from 2 to 5 inches. The heaviest amounts are expect in the northwest portion of the state. State Climatologist Barry Keim says it will likely effect your outdoor plans for the weekend.
Cut 13 (12) “…southeastern Louisiana.”