For the second Governor’s race in a row top polling Republicans are attacking each other despite calls from the state party to focus all efforts on John Bel Edwards. Matt Doyle has the story.
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

October is typically quiet time for hurricane activity for Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim says once the state makes it through Halloween, the chances of a named storm drops significantly.
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Coastal parishes have reached a $100 million settlement with one of the oil and gas companies accused of causing damage and land loss along the coast. Attorney John Carmouche says nearly all of the money goes toward restoration efforts for coastal marshes and wetlands, which often serve as a buffer from hurricanes and flooding. The settlement could set the standard on future litigation with other oil and gas firms.
Cut 5 (10) “…along the coast.”

The Saints’ defense shuts down an explosive Cowboys offense to give the Black and Gold a 12-10 win in front of the home crowd.
Dallas was held to just 257 yards and one touchdown after coming into the game the league’s second most prolific offense.
Two time rushing leader Zeke Elliot was contained for just 35 yards on the night.
The Saints offense was crippled by repeated penalties on the offensive line, and QB Teddy Bridgewater just couldn’t crack the endzone. Payton says the self-inflicted wounds are unacceptable.
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