After losing by one vote in the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s race, Republican John Nickelson has filed a lawsuit seeking a new runoff election against Democrat Henry Whitehorn. A recount this morning discovered six additional votes, three for each candidate, which meant Whitehorn remained the winner. The case will be heard Friday in Caddo District Court.

ULM has fired head football coach Terry Bowden after winning just ten games in three seasons. The Warhawks finished the 2023 campaign on a ten-game losing streak. KNOE-TV Sports Director Aaron Dietrich says despite the losses, it seemed like Bowden had the support of athletics director John Hartwell…

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Former Grambling Head Coach Broderick Fobbs will serve as interim head coach.

If you plan on browsing the web looking for Cyber Monday deals, Carmen Million with the Better Business Bureau says shoppers should be on the lookout for scams. She says to be aware of false advertising and before you enter your payment information, make sure it’s a legitimate website.

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She also urges shoppers to find out where the company is physically located prior to making a purchase.

According to a Louisiana Fish Fry Products survey eight out of ten respondents crave fried chick at least once a month or more. And Vice President of Marketing Caroline Gray says because 60 percent of respondents cook fried chicken at home, they’re helping fill the void with their fried chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches.

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In Caddo Parish Henry Whitehorn remains the winner of the sheriff’s race after a recount this morning. A one-vote victory on November 18^th prompted opponent John Nickelson to call for a recount. 7,000 mail-in ballots were rescanned today and each candidate received three additional votes, so Whitehorn is still the winner by one vote.

ULM needs a new football coach as Terry Bowden has been fired after three seasons. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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It’s Cyber Monday and Carmen Million with the Better Business Bureau has a few tips before you make that online purchase. She says to read the fine print and understand return policies before you enter your credit card info.

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She says to make sure it’s a secure website in the browser before entering payment info.

According to a Louisiana Fish Fry Products survey eight out of ten respondents crave fried chick at least once a month or more. And Vice President of Marketing Caroline Gray says because 60 percent of respondents cook fried chicken at home they’re helping fill the void with their fried chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches.

Cut 7 (11) “…for you.” 

Louisiana Fish Fry Products include Louisiana-inspired batters, coatings, and seasoning for fried chicken also.

The Louisiana economy is looking up according to one economist, Colleen Crain has the story…

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According to Safewise-dot-com the top five safest cities in the state are Baker, Jennings, Rayne, Harahan, and Broussard. The list is compiled by using factors like the rates of property and violent crime along with security. The report also indicates the Bayou State reported some of the highest crime rates of 2023.

ULM has fired head football coach Terry Bowden after winning just ten games in three seasons. The Warhawks finished the 2023 campaign on a ten-game losing streak. KNOE-TV Sports Director Aaron Dietrich says despite the losses, it seemed like Bowden had the support of athletics director John Hartwell…

Cut 9 (11) “…pink slip” 

Former Grambling Head Coach Broderick Fobbs will serve as interim head coach.

According to a Louisiana Fish Fry Products survey of more than 2,000 people, eight out of ten respondents crave fried chick at least once a month or more. And while inflation hasn’t diminished the desire for fried chicken, VP of Marketing Caroline Gray says their products make the southern staple more accessible.

Cut 8 (11) “…own home.” 

If you plan on browsing the web looking for Cyber Monday deals, Carmen Million with the Better Business Bureau says shoppers should be on the lookout for scams. She says to be aware of false advertising and before you enter your payment information, make sure it’s a legitimate website.

Cut 3 (10) “….this website.”

She also urges shoppers to find out where the company is physically located prior to making a purchase.

Today in Caddo Parish, a recount will take place to decide the sheriff’s race. As it stands now former State Police Commander and Democrat Henry Whitehorn defeated Republican John Nicholson by one vote. Caddo Parish Clerk of Court Mike Spence says they’ll rescan all of the mail-in ballots…
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Spence says they expect to declare a winner by noon today. It has already been determined that two people inadvertently voted twice.

Louisiana homeowners have another chance today to obtain a grant of up to ten-thousand dollars to pay for a roof to withstand extreme winds. Teiko Foxx reports the fourth round of the application period opens at noon…

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After allegedly escaping through a Southwest Airlines plane emergency hatch a passenger was arrested at the New Orleans airport last night. Prior to take-off while the plane was still at the terminal a man exited the plane and was apprehended after running away on the tarmac. The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office says he was taken to the hospital for evaluation.

It was a hot and extremely dry this summer, but that shouldn’t keep you from finding the perfect fresh Christmas tree. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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It’s the golden anniversary of the Bayou Classic. Brooke Thorington has more on how organizers are marking the special occasion.

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Black Friday gets all of the attention nationally but Small Business Saturday is important too. Colleen Crain has more

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Despite the hot and extremely dry summer, there are enough fresh Christmas trees to go around. LSU AgCenter research associate Joe Nehlig says there is a little bit of a shortage, but nothing to worry about…

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Nehlig says the combination of fungus and the drought affected Leyland Cpyress growers the most. He grows over 500 Carolina Sapphire trees near Bogalusa, they are more resistant to a fungus that attacks Christmas trees…

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Nehlig says many tree farmers irrigated this summer to minimize crop losses….

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It’s the 50^th Annual Bayou Classic Saturday but there’s plenty going on today before Southern and Grambling face off in the Proctor & Gamble Historically Black Colleges and Universities football game. Bayou Classic producer and Director Dottie Belletto says the golden anniversary matchup is calling alums far and wide to join the celebration.

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Today’s events include Business at the Bayou, a Black Small Business Showcase at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans. And for the evening hours, it’s the traditional Battle of the Bands and Step Show at the Superdome. Belletto says it’s supersized this year…

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The annual step show’s theme this year is “Future” and Belletto says the fraternities and sororities have come up with some clever ways to incorporate the theme into the competition.

Before the game Saturday they’ll also have a family fitness fun walk, a Special Olympics Flag Football game, and a fan festival with a dance party and music.  Belletto says they are kicking it up a notch for their 50^th anniversary.

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The game kicks off at one. Southern won the classic last year. The Jaguars have won 25 games and Grambling has had 24 wins in the series.  Southern will either retain bragging rights of the series or will be evened up tomorrow night.

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Black Friday is about the big national stores finally making a profit and while Small Business Saturday also helps local businesses get into the black, Dawn McVea, state director of the the National Federation of Independent Business says Small Business Saturday is about community…

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Small Business Saturday began in 2010 as a way to help local businesses after the Great Recession.

McVea says it’s been a tough year for everyone. Inflation and labor shortages have been especially tough but that means you’re more likely to see business owners while you’re shopping and expect great deals…

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McVea also says, that when you shop locally Sixty-Seven Cents out of every dollar stays in the community.

McVea says, that in 2022, Small Business Saturday brought in seventeen point nine billion dollars for small businesses across the nation and since then local businesses have grown. During the pandemic, many began offering services that made them more competitive with large online retailers

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While Black Friday is considered the pinnacle of shopping holidays, the National Retail Federation says many consumers are not waiting late in the year to find bargains for Christmas gifts. LSU Marketing Professor Dan Rice says when retailers are getting a jump on Black Friday discounts it’s a win-win.

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Rice says even artificial tree retailers are having Christmas in July sales, and online giant Amazon has Prime Days in July and October to motivate consumers.

Inflation plays a big role as to how much individuals will spend on the holidays and Rice says one survey indicates consumers plan to spend more this year than last but not on as many gifts…

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During the pandemic, the term supply chain issues became a common phrase and a real frustration for retailers and consumers. But is it still an issue this far out from the pandemic?  Rice says there are still some isolated incidents of shipping disruptions…

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The NRF says the average person will spend $875 on gifts, decorations, food, and other seasonal items this year. That’s up $42 from last year.

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The Saints will visit their biggest rival on Sunday when they take on the Atlanta Falcons. New Orleans is 5-and-5 and thankfully in first place in the NFC South. Atlanta and Tampa Bay are one game back at 4-and-6. Defensive end Cam Jordan says they understand the importance of this game…

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Kick-off on Sunday is at noon.

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The 14th-ranked LSU Tigers close out the regular season on Saturday by hosting Texas A&M. The Aggies have a seven and-four record and they are unranked. Coach Brian Kelly’s team is 8-and-3 and a win on Saturday and a victory in a bowl game, gets them to their goal of 10 wins….

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Kelly is trying to complete his second season in Tiger Town with back-to-back ten-win seasons. Saturday also marks the final time Jayden Daniels can impress the Heisman voters before a vote is taken. Daniels has numbers to win the Heisman, but Kelly also hopes the voters take a look at how he can dominate a game…

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Tomorrow is Black Friday so shoppers will be looking for those discounts. Wallethub analyst Cassie Happe says consumer packaged goods top the list for best discounts…

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Happe says J-C Penny, Macy’s and Belk have the biggest discounts.

If you have plenty of leftovers and you’ve refrigerated them properly just how long are they safe to eat? USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers says if they’ve been there for more than three to four days it’s best not to consume them. But you can freeze some leftovers for up to four months.

Cut 11 (12) “…Thanksgiving leftovers.” 

It’s Thanksgiving Day and several high school football teams are getting ready for a quarterfinal playoff game tomorrow night. Will we see some upsets? Host of the Sports Scouting Report Podcast, Lee Brecheen, says he could see Notre Dame going to LaPlace and knocking off the two-time defending champion St. Charles Catholic Comets

Cut 12 (08) “…St. Charles” 
The Comets have eliminated the Pioneers from the playoffs in the last three seasons.

Saturday, it’s Jayden Daniels final chance to impress the Heisman voters. The LSU quarterback certainly has the numbers to win college football’s most prestigious award. But Coach Brian Kelly says Daniels’ performance goes beyond the numbers…
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In Lafayette, a male victim was discovered in the burnt rumble of a house fire on Evangeline Thruway. The body has not been identified and two firefighters also sustained minor injuries while dousing the blaze. A nearby neighbor told a Lafayette TV station says he’s seen a few homeless people staying in abandoned homes in the neighborhood. The investigation is ongoing.

The USDA recommends Thanksgiving food safety tips on proper food storage to prevent food poisoning. Teiko Foxx has more…

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There’s plenty going on in the kitchen today and the State Fire Marshal’s Office has a few tips to keep you safe. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigues says if you’re cooking on your stovetop…

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Keep the kitchen tidy, and remove things away from open flames, like paper towels. And with multiple things cooking at once it’s probably best to keep children out of the kitchen.

Tomorrow is Black Friday and many retailers are offering huge discounts to kick off the official start to the holiday shopping season. Wallethub Analyst Casse Happe says JC Penny, Macy’s, and Belk offer the biggest discounts, while Amazon only ranks eighth in its survey…

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Happe says items for skin care, perfume, and colognes usually have the biggest discounts.

After a one-vote win in Caddo Parish a recount is being held for the Sheriff’s race and the Clerk of Court has found dozens of voting irregularities. The official recount is Monday but apparently two people voted twice, once in early voting and then again for the general election. On Saturday Democrat Henry Whitehorn won by one vote against challenger Republican John Nickelson.

A WalletHub study ranks which retailers are offering the best Black Friday discounts. Analyst Cassie Happe says JCPenney tops the list with an average discount of 59% followed by Macy’s with 58% and in third place Belk with 55%. Despite the discounts, Happe says more than one in three Americans are forgoing gifts this year due to inflation.

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Among the best deals for gift cards, WalletHub says when you consider the popularity and best value the top three are Starbucks, Sephora, and Target.

If you’re attempting to fry a turkey for the holiday the State Fire Marshal’s Office has a few tips for you. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says to place the fryer outside, not in a garage or under a patio, and ten feet away from any structure. Be sure the turkey is fully defrosted before you place it in the fryer.

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When it comes to your Thanksgiving leftovers…

USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers says it’s important to cool food fast so it reaches the safe refrigerator storage temperature. To do this, she recommends dividing or cutting large amounts of food into smaller containers.

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Wondering who has the best Black Friday deals? Wonder no more, Brooke Thorington has the scoop.

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The USDA recommends Thanksgiving food safety tips on proper food storage to prevent food poisoning. Teiko Foxx has more…

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There’s plenty going on in the kitchen today and the State Fire Marshal’s Office has a few tips to keep the firefighters from having to pay you a visit for Thanksgiving. Spokesperson Ashley Rodrigues says if you’re cooking on your stovetop…

Cut 3 (07) “…very quickly.”

Keep the kitchen tidy, and remove things away from open flames, like paper towels. And with multiple things cooking at once it’s probably best to keep children out of the kitchen and remove any tripping hazards.

If something does catch on fire and it’s grease on a stove top Rodrigue says to put a lid on it and let it smother. Never throw water on a grease fire.

Cut 4 (08) “…call 9-1-1.”

If you have a fire inside your oven, Rodrigue says turn it off and don’t open the door so the fire will eventually smother itself.

If you’re going to fry your turkey, Rodrigue says to place the fryer outside, not in a garage or under a patio, and ten feet away from any structure. The surface it’s on should be nonflammable in case oil spills out of the fryer and make sure the turkey is fully defrosted before you place it in the fryer.

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A WalletHub study ranks which retailers are offering the best Black Friday discounts. Analyst Cassie Happe says JCPenney tops the list with an average discount of 59% followed by Macy’s with 58% and in third place Belk with 55%. Surprisingly she says Amazon ranked 8^th this year…

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When you’re looking for the best bang for your buck, Happe says consumer packaged goods top the list.

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Apparel and accessories are another great deal with an average discount of 32%. In third place are appliances with an average discount of 28%.

Despite the discounts, Happe says more than one in three Americans are forgoing gifts this year due to inflation.

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When it comes to gift cards, WalletHub says when you consider the popularity and best value the top three are Starbucks, Sephora, and Target.

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Are you ready for the delicious Thanksgiving leftovers? Before you dig in, the Department of Agriculture encourages everyone to handle food safely to avoid illness. USDA Food Safety Expert Meredith Carothers urges everyone not to leave perishable food out for long periods.

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Every year food bourne illnesses cause 48 million cases, 128 thousand hospitalizations, and three thousand deaths according to USDA.

Carothers says it’s important to cool food fast so it reaches the safe refrigerator storage temperature. To do this, she recommends dividing or cutting large amounts of food into smaller containers.

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Food that has been left out at room temperature for more than two hours or more than an hour in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit is unsafe according to USDA.

Carothers urges everyone not to eat leftovers that have been in the refrigerator for more than three or four days. But you can freeze some leftovers for up to four months.

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It’s Thanksgiving Day and several high school football teams are getting ready for a quarterfinal playoff game tomorrow night. Will we see some upsets? Host of the Sports Scouting Report Podcast, Lee Brecheen, says he could see Notre Dame going to LaPlace and knocking off the two-time defending champions St. Charles Catholic Comets

Cut 12 (08) “…St. Charles” 

The Comets have eliminated the Pioneers from the playoffs in the last three seasons.

Brecheen says his other upset pick, Alexandria Senior High over the Edna Karr Cougars

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In Division Four non-select, Brecheen is predicting Oak Grove to beat Mangham…

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Oak Grove is a seven-time champion and the defending champs in Division Four non-select. Jena is the number one seed in Division Three non-select and looking for its first state title. Brecheen says the Giants will be tested by eighth-seeded Amite…

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The Saints are at Atlanta on Sunday.

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As plenty of motorists are hitting the roadways for Thanksgiving, State Police want to remind everyone in the car to buckle-up. Sergeant James Anderson says the majority of fatalities in the Bayou State involve 15 percent of vehicle occupants who do not wear seat belts.

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The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission’s Click it or Ticket campaign runs through the weekend.

The National Retail Federation is predicting a three to four-percent growth in revenues this year, especially with the trend of promotions beginning well before Black Friday. LSU Marketing professor Dan Rice believes that trend will begin to normalize a bit more…

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Louisiana “Celebration Gator” float is set to roll in the Macy’s Thanksgiving day parade for the third time tomorrow morning. Teiko Foxx has more…

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A Covington family has extra reason to celebrate the holidays, after receiving a double-lung transplant, five-year-old Ava Thomas is home for Thanksgiving this year. Ava who has cystic fibrosis underwent a transplant three years ago but wasn’t able to leave Houston until she was weaned off of oxygen and pain meds following her surgery.