As the country morns the tragic terrorist attack on the City of New Orleans this morning, FBI Assistant Special Agent Alethea Duncan says the driver was intent on killing as many people as possible before police stopped him.

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Duncan says investigators have identified the man as 42-year-old Samshud-Din Jabbar, a U.S. citizen from Texas who was driving a rented pickup truck where an ISIS flag was found among other things.

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Duncan says agents are looking for additional suspects.

Because of the terrorist attack, the Sugar Bowl has been postponed. Governor Jeff Landry has issued a state of emergency in response to the attack. Landry says his administration is committed to providing every resource necessary to keep everyone who visits and lives in the state safe…

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A Baton Rouge father of two is among the ten people confirmed dead. A University of Georgia student is among the critically injured.

And St. Thomas More Athletics Director Kim Broussard has confirmed that former STM football player Tiger Bech is one of the individuals killed. Bech played college football at Princeton and his younger brother played at LSU and starred at TCU this season.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill….

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New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell says the FBI has taken the lead in the investigation into the terrorist attack on Bourbon Street early this morning as a pickup truck driven by the terrorist intentionally plowed down a crowd of people leaving 10 confirmed dead and over 30 with critical to serious injuries. Police Superintendent Ann Kirkpatrick says

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The FBI has identified the alleged terrorist as 42-year-old Samshud-Din Jabbar, a U.S. citizen from Texas who was driving a rented truck. Jabbar reportedly had an ISIS flag inside the truck and FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Alethea Duncan says investigators are looking for additional suspects.

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Among those injured in this morning’s terrorist attack in New Orleans are a Baton Rouge father of two, who is among the ten people dead. A University of Georgia student is among the critically injured. St. Thomas More Athletics Director Kim Broussard has confirmed that former STM football player Tiger Beche is one of the individuals killed in the terrorist attack. Tiger is the older brother of former LSU receiver Jack Beche, who played at LSU in 2021 and 2022.

Authorities have made the decision to postpone the Sugar Bowl in order to keep fans and residents safe. The FBI is asking anyone with information or video of the incident to submit them to www.fbi.gov/bourbonstreetattack or call 1-800-CALL-FBI.

State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lafayette overnight. Two groups of people exchanged gunfire. An officer discharged a firearm in response to the threat. Several people are hospitalized; no officers were hurt. State Police say this is an active investigation.

New Orleans is dealing with the aftermath of a deadly start to the New Year this morning.  Authorities say a suspect intentionally drove his pickup truck into a crowd of people killing ten and sending 26 to the hospital.  It happened just after three this morning on Bourbon Street.  Officials say the suspect also shot at police officers. New Orleans Police Superintendent Ann Kirkpatrick.

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Multiple news outlets are reporting the suspect was killed in the exchange.  New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrel is calling the incident a terror attack and asking for prayers

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The FBI is now investigating the scene as an act of terrorism.

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A Gunfight  in Lafayette overnight as police responded to the 21-hundred block of Northeast Evangeline Thruway this morning at 2:30. Officials say when they arrived on the scene, they found two groups actively exchanging gunfire.  And one officer did discharge their firearm. The incident remains under investigation this morning and State Police have been asked to conduct and independent investigation into the officer involved shooting.

Some good news this new year as a report from the Committee of 100 shows both signs of economic growth with close to 20-thousand jobs created in 2024. CEO Adam Knapp says he expects that economic growth to continue into 2025, thanks in large part to the tax reform package that the legislature passed in November.

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A deadly start to the New Year in New Orleans after authorities say a suspect intentionally drove his pickup truck into a crowd of people killing ten and sending 26 to the hospital.  It happened just after three this morning on Bourbon Street at Iberville.  New Orleans Police Superintendent Ann Kirkpatrick.

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In a news conference this morning, police say the suspect also shot at two police officers and officials found manmade explosive devices in the vehicle.  As for the victims…

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Due to the nature of the crime, we’re told the FBI is taking over the investigation of the deadly incident.

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A Gunfight  in Lafayette overnight as police responded to the 21-hundred block of Northeast Evangeline Thruway.  It happened about 2:30 this morning.  Officials say when they arrived on the scene, they found two groups actively exchanging gunfire.  And an officer did discharge their firearm. In the end, several people were taken to the hospital for treatment.  The incident remains under investigation this morning as Louisiana State Police have been asked to conduct and independent investigation into the officer involved shooting.

Again, the top story today, that deadly incident in New Olreans where authorities say a suspect intentionally drove his pickup truck into a crowd of people just after three this morning.  At least ten people were killed, 26 others were hospitalized.  Governor Jeff Landry has called it a horrific act of violence.  He’s asking everyone to pray for the victims, their families, and first responders.

Governor Jeff Landry is asking visitors to New Orleans to avoid Bourbon Street at Iberville this morning after at least ten people were killed and 26 injured when a vehicle drove into a crowd of people there overnight, calling it a horrific act of violence.  New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrel.

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New Orleans Police Superintendent Ann Kirkpatrick on what happened early this morning…

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Beginning today, the Federal Communications Commission implements nationwide regulations establishing just and reasonable charges for calls to and from incarcerated individuals. PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell highlighted the long-standing issue, saying Louisiana families have for years been charged outrageously high rates and unauthorized fees.

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Campbell says rates here will drop from 25 cents per minute to as low as 6 cents.

LSU football ends its season on a high note, beating Baylor in the Kinder’s Texas Bowl, 44-31. Garrett Nussmeier had a big day, completing 24 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns.  Linebacker Whit Weeks was carted off late in the first half with a gruesome ankle injury. Kelly addressed his prognosis after the game.

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At least ten people are dead in New Orleans after a car plowed through a crowd early this  morning.  New Orleans Police say it happened where Bourbon Street crosses Iberville.  We’re told at least 26 people are injured though the extent of those injuries is unknown at this time.

Today the Federal Communications Commission will implement nationwide regulations establishing just and reasonable charges for calls to and from incarcerated individuals.  Jeff Palermo has more.

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A new report from the Committee of 100 shows both signs of economic growth and challenges ahead. CEO Adam Knapp says Louisiana gained thousands of jobs over the course of 2024.

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LSU football ends its season on a high note, beating Baylor in the Kinder’s Texas Bowl, 44-31. Garrett Nussmeier had a big day, completing 24 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns. Two of those touchdowns were caught by Trey’Dez Green, who caught six passes for 53 yards. Coach Brian Kelly on Green.

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No matter where you are in the state today, be sure to keep an eye on the weather.  A large tornado watch has been issued for most of Louisiana and portions of Mississippi and Texas.  This is just the start of a long day of expected severe weather with the threats extending well beyond 3 p.m. when this watch expires.

It was a busy first year in office for Governor Jeff Landry. Landry managed to get lawmakers to pass legislation to reduce crime, approve a school choice bill, and overhaul the state’s tax code. Not only will that legislation lower the income tax and raise the stat sales tax to five percent, but the governor says it will also eliminate the corporate franchise tax and help bring new business to Louisiana and help those already doing business here.

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Attorney General Liz Murrill looks back at her first year in office and looks ahead to year two. Murrill says one of her biggest accomplishments is addressing crime in New Orleans through the creation of Troop NOLA within the State Police, saying it’s a force multiplier.

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The Ragin Cajuns will face TCU in the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque on this afternoon at 1:15. U-L Lafayette is in a bowl game for a seventh straight year and they are 10-and-3 on the season, while the Horned Frogs are 8-and-4. Cajuns Coach Michael Desormeaux says the team that makes the fewest mistakes will win….

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It’s the first ever meeting between the two schools on the football field.

It was a busy first year in office for Governor Jeff Landry. Landry got lawmakers to pass legislation that seeks to reduce crime, he also got lawmakers on board with a school choice bill, and he capped off 2024 by getting lawmakers to approve a major overhaul of the state’s tax code…

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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill just finished her first year in office.  Murrill says one of her biggest accomplishments is addressing crime in New Orleans creating Troop NOLA within the State Police, to increase the force. As for her priorities in year two, Murrill said she would like to focus on the fentanyl crisis.

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The Independence Bowl is tonight and Louisiana Tech is looking to upset 22^nd ranked Army. Jeff Palermo has a preview…

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A man and a woman were shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in Shreveport late Friday night. According to the Shreveport Police Department, the victims were rushed to Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport where they later died. SPD said the suspect vehicle is possibly a burnt orange Dodge Charger. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.

State Attorney General Liz Murrill looks back at year one in office and looks ahead to year two. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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A large tornado watch has been issued for most of Louisiana and portions of Mississippi and Texas.  This is just the start of a long day of expected severe weather with the threats extending well beyond 3 p.m. when this watch expires.
And A single Mega Millions ticket in California matched all six numbers to win the 1.2 billion dollar jackpot last night.  It’s the ninth largest jackpot the nation has ever seen.

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A 13-year-old boy is hit and killed while riding a bicycle on a dark country roadway in Tangipahoa Parish. State Police say Benjamin Mixon of Kentwood was riding with another boy on State Highway 1061 at around 6:30 Thursday evening when an SUV hit them from behind. State Police Trooper Marc Gremillion (GREM-ee-on) there was no way the driver could have seen the two boys until it was too late.

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For the sixth time in the program’s history, Louisiana Tech will play in the Independence Bowl. The Bulldogs will battle 22^nd ranked Army at 8:15 tonight. The Black Knights are led by quarterback Bryson Dailey, who finished sixth in the Heisman Trophy voting. Tech Coach Sonny Cumbie says not only does Army have a great quarterback, but their offensive line is outstanding…

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A large tornado watch has been issued for most of Louisiana and portions of Mississippi and Texas.  This is just the start of a long day of expected severe weather with the threats extending well beyond 3 p.m. when this watch expires.   LSU Public Health climatologist Barry Keim says while there’s potential for severe weather across Louisiana, some areas are at higher risk.

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Eight people were injured early this morning after a fight let to gunfire in Wallace.  It happened outside a local business just after midnight.  St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s officials say three people were shot, four others  sustained graze wounds and one other person was injured.  We’re told everyone is stable but there’s been no word on the extent of the injuries.  Authorities are still investigating the incident.

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Attorney General Liz Murrill looks back at her first year in office and looks ahead to year two. Murrill says one of her biggest accomplishments is addressing crime in New Orleans through the creation of Troop NOLA within the State Police, saying it’s a force multiplier.

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The Ragin Cajuns will face TCU in the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque on this afternoon at 1:15. U-L Lafayette is in a bowl game for a seventh straight year and they are 10-and-3 on the season, while the Horned Frogs are 8-and-4. Cajuns Coach Michael Desormeaux says the team that makes the fewest mistakes will win….

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It’s the first ever meeting between the two schools on the football field.