4:30 LRN Newscast Jan 21

Northwest Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is named to President Trump’s impeachment defense team in the ongoing Senate removal trial. As the Senate votes on rules Tuesday, Johnson says the prosecution will have all the time it needs to make a case.

Cut 6 (11) “…do it.”

The US Environmental Protection Agency announces a regulatory program aimed at reducing emissions from heavy-duty engines and vehicles, the first update to standards in nearly two decades, with the 2027 model year. Regional administrator Ken McQueen says this is an opportunity to modernize the heavy-duty program.

Cut 9 (09) “…across the country.”

33 dogs are found in horrid conditions in and around the Ascension Parish home of 50-year-old Thomas West, who is now facing animal cruelty charges. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.” 

Joe Burrow will be represented by Creative Arts Agency Sports, that’s according to a Tweet from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Heisman winner and likely Number one NFL draft pick will be represented by the same agency that represents Drew Brews and Zion Williamson.