11:30 AM LRN Newscast

For the remainder of the football season, those going to LSU home games can expect beefed-up security following a pair of shootings outside the stadium last week. Scott Ballard, the chairman of the LSU Board of Supervisors, says there will be additional police presence – not only those you can see, but also those you CAN’T see.

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President of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Dr. Monty Sullivan announces plans to retire early next year. has been system president since 2014. Vice President Chandler LeBoeuf says under Sullivan’s leadership, the system has reached new heights but even though Dr. Sullivan is departing, the mission remains the same, helping Louisiana residents get prepared for opportunities in the workforce.

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Plenty of reaction to Governor Landry’s executive order that halts all new proposed carbon capture projects. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The head of the Louisiana Department of Economic Development says plans to build a Hyundai steel mill in Ascension Parish remain on track despite published reports that Hyundai executives expressed concern over infrastructure conditions and emergency preparedness. LED Secretary Susan Bourgeois says the matters have been addressed.

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1:30 PM LRN Newscast

State Senator Blake Miguez says his campaign for U.S. Senate has more than two and a half million dollars in cash on hand but that pales in comparison to the nine million in cash incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy reported last quarter. Miguez says he’s not concerned by how much money Cassidy has – he believes voters are tuning Cassidy out because of his vote to convict then-former President Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial in 2021.

Cut 7 (08) “…of the ocean.”

Shreveport State Senator Alan Seabaugh is announcing (at 2:00 this afternoon) that he is running for District Attorney in Caddo Parish – an office currently held by Democrat James Stewart. LSU Shreveport Political Science Professor Jeffrey Sadow (SAD-ow) says Seabaugh is expected to attack Stewart’s record.

Cut 9 (14)  “…that particular issue.”

Tenth ranked LSU is getting ready to face 17th ranked Vanderbilt this Saturday in Nashville.  Here’s Andre Champagne…

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Expect to see extra security on and near campus at LSU’s next home game on October 25th against Texas A-and-M. This, after for the second time this season, gunfire marred the festivities. Baton Rouge Police Chief T.J. Morse says his department will help LSU campus police in any way it’s asked to do.

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12:30 PM LRN Newscast

After 14 of the federal government shutdown, it appears the parties are still far from agreeing on a budget. House Speaker Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish says he is willing to discuss the health care issue with Democrats before the subsides expire at the end of the year. But he first wants Democrats to agree on a funding bill that reopens the government. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says public outcry about the shutdown has yet to get loud…

Cut 26 (08) “…they are doing.”

As the run for U.S Senate heats up. State Senator Blake Miguez says his campaign has more than two and a half million dollars in cash on hand. His campaign released that figure as a preview of the campaign finance report that, along with everyone else’s, is due to the Federal Elections Commission tomorrow. Miguez says his contributions are coming from real people.

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Security on and near the LSU campus will be beefed up ahead of the Tigers’ next home game October 25th. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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11:30 AM LRN Newscast

We’re at day 14 of the federal government shutdown and House Speaker Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish warns this could be the longest government shutdown in U-S history. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says the parties are at odds over extending healthcare subsidies many have come to rely on to purchase health insurance policies through the Affordable Care Act…

Cut 5 (10) “…doing anything.”

The Climate Prediction Center has issued a La Nina Advisory. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the advisory means La Nina conditions are present and expected to continue and when there is a La Nina, the tropics are more conducive for storm development…

Cut 10 (10) “…busier than normal.”

He says a La Nina also brings a warmer, drier winter.

The field of Republicans seeking one of Louisiana’s U.S. Senate seats is getting crowded. Incumbent Bill Cassidy and formidable challengers State Treasurer John Fleming, State Senator Blake Miguez, Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta and St. Tammany Parish Councilwoman Kathy Seidan are running. And Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the next big development could be an announcement from Congresswoman Julia Letlow…

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Some Democrats had hoped former Governor John Bel Edwards would run but he says he’s not running.

Fallen Iberville Parish Deputy Charles Riley was laid to rest on Monday. The 33-year-old Riley and another deputy were shot last week while interviewing a suspect at the Iberville Parish Courthouse. Riley, a U-S Navy veteran, who served with the Iberville Sheriff’s Office for six years. His best friend and fellow deputy, Jordan Eric Ward, spoke about Riley’s bravery at the funeral…

Cut 13 (11)  “…faithful night.”

The other deputy shot is the son of Iberville Sheriff Brett Stassi Senior. Deputy Brett Stassi Junior continues to recover from his injuries

5:30 PM LRN Newscast

Authorities have arrested a Lafayette man for the murder of a Lake Charles Lyft driver and a second suspect died when he ran into traffic trying to escape authorities. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory says their investigation started on Friday when 62-year-old Lawanna Lewis’ body was found in a ditch in Westlake…

Cut 6 (08) “…says a lot.”

Twenty-three-year-old Ethan Bush of Boyce was pronounced dead after he was struck by traffic. Guillory says 26-year-old Tristan Bush of Lafayette is facing second degree murder charges.

After a shooting on LSU’s campus injured two people Saturday during the football game, Governor Landry has issued an order for state police to work with LSU and local law enforcement. According to LSU, they typically have 600 officers from various agencies on duty during football games and in the coming days will review resources and protocols. University officials say they are fully committed to protecting everyone who comes onto camps and as they enhance public safety protocols, they will communicate the changes.

Exciting times at Southeastern Louisiana University as it celebrates an historic milestone. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Democrat Helena Moreno will take over as the mayor of New Orleans in 90 days. Moreno beat 11 other candidates to win the mayoral election, without the need of a run-off. John Couvillon of JMC Analytics and Polling says Moreno, who was born in Mexico, did very well with white voters and received a good number of votes from Republicans and Democrats…

Cut 9 (11)  “…progressive friendly”

She will be sworn in on January 11th.

4:30 PM LRN Newscast

Governor Jeff Landry wants to see security beefed up around Tiger Stadium when LSU is hosting a football game. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Three young heroes emerged in Lafourche Parish last week. Brothers Jacques and Nathan Billiot and their friend Brady Dufrene rushed into the water to save a woman who had driven into the water near Besson’s Boat Launch in Cut Off Thursday evening. The trio did not hesitate to act and were able to rescue an elderly woman still inside her car. Firefighters who responded to the scene praised the selfless bravery of the young men.  No one else was in the vehicle.

Democrat Helena Moreno will take over as the mayor of New Orleans in 90 days. Moreno beat 11 other candidates to win the election. Moreno’s two strongest opponents, Royce Duplessis and Oliver Thomas are both Black, but John Couvillon of JMC Analytics and Polling says Moreno still got 30-percent of the Black vote.

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Moreno will be sworn in on January 11th

The Saints are 1-5 after their 25-19 loss to the Patriots on Sunday. The offense had multiple chances to win the game, but they came up short after a Juwan Johnson fumble and a turnover on downs on the last drive. Quarterback Spencer Rattler says that New Orleans is better than their record shows and that the offense has to do a better job of making the most out of its opportunities.

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3:30 PM LRN Newscast

The body of Lake Charles Lyft driver, Lawanna Lewis, was found in a ditch in Westlake Friday. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory says two suspects were found with her car in Houston. Twenty-three-year-old Ethan Bush of Boyce was pronounced dead after he was struck by traffic while fleeing police. 26-year-old Tristan Bush of Lafayette is facing second degree murder charges.

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Democrat Helena Moreno will be sworn in as Mayor of New Orleans on January 11th.  She promises to get work right away in improving city services, the city’s infrastructure and supporting small and minority owned businesses. John Couvillon of JMC Analytics and Polling says Moreno’s experience as a state lawmaker and city councilwoman gives her a chance to be successful

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They’re celebrating at Southeastern Louisiana University this week as the school marks its 100th anniversary this homecoming week. S-L-U President Dr. William Wainwright says the school has achieved its highest enrollment in more than a dozen years, with a student body of almost 16 thousand.

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Wainwright also says Southeastern has recently been designated as a “Research College” by the American Council on Education

The Saints are 1-5 after their 25-19 loss to the Patriots on Sunday. Despite moving the ball well, New Orleans had to settle for field goals as the offense couldn’t find the end zone for most of the game. Quarterback Spencer Rattler says he feels like the Saints played good enough on offense.

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2:30 PM LRN Newscast

Democrat Helena Moreno will take over as the mayor of New Orleans in 90 days. Moreno beat 11 other candidates to win the mayoral election, without the need of a run-off. John Couvillon of JMC Analytics and Polling says Moreno, who was born in Mexico, did very well with white voters and received a good number of votes from Republicans and Democrats…

Cut 9 (11)  “…progressive friendly”

The body of a Lake Charles Lyft driver was found in a ditch in Westlake Friday, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory says once she was identified they realized her vehicle had been stolen. The vehicle was spotted in a parking lot in the Houston area and when Harris County Sheriff deputies approached the vehicle, two men inside fled, one was caught, the other ran into the roadway…

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Tristan Bush of Lafayette faces second degree murder charges.

Exciting times at Southeastern Louisiana University as it celebrates an historic milestone. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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After a shooting on LSU’s campus injured two people Saturday during the football game, Governor Landry has issued an order for state police to work with LSU and local law enforcement. According to LSU, they typically have 600 officers from various agencies on duty during football games and in the coming days will review resources and protocols. University officials say they are fully committed to protecting everyone who comes onto camps and as they enhance public safety protocols, they will communicate the changes.

1:30 PM LRN Newscast

Governor Jeff Landry wants to see security beefed up around Tiger Stadium when LSU is hosting a football game. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

A Lyft driver from Lake Charles is dead and authorities say they have arrested a Lafayette man in her murder and a second suspect died while trying to run from the cops. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory says their investigation started on Friday when 62-year-old Lawanna Lewis’ body was found in a ditch in Westlake…

Cut 6 (08) “…says a lot.”

Suspects, twenty-three-year-old Ethan Bush of Boyce was pronounced dead after he was struck by traffic and 26-year-old Tristan Bush of Lafayette is facing second degree murder charges.

Three young heroes emerged in Lafourche Parish last week. Brothers Jacques and Nathan Billiot and their friend Brady Dufrene rushed into the water to save a woman who had driven into the water near Besson’s Boat Launch in Cut Off Thursday evening. The trio did not hesitate to act and were able to rescue an elderly woman still inside her car. Firefighters who responded to the scene praised the selfless bravery of the young men.  No one else was in the vehicle.

Homecoming week is extra special at Southeastern Louisiana University this week as the school celebrates its 100th anniversary. S-L-U President Dr. William Wainwright says the university has a series of events planned as it celebrates its centennial.

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The Lions football team hosts Northwestern State this Saturday for homecoming.

5:30 PM LRN Newscast

The Landry administration has stopped another sediment diversion project. The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project would have used Mississippi River water and sediment to build wetlands on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation had this to say…

Cut 5 (12) “…sea level rise.”

 

With no end to the federal government shutdown in sight, President Donald Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get back pay but Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says…

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Banana Ball is coming to New Orleans as the Savannah Bananas are bringing their unique brand of baseball to the Caesar’s Superdome March 14th and 15th. Andre Champagne reports.

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LSU takes on South Carolina Saturday night and the Tigers defense is focused on quarterback LaNorris Sellers. Last year, Sellers rushed for two touchdowns against LSU, including a 75-yarder. Defensive end Jimari Butler says they want to bottle up Sellers…

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