The nation is bidding farewell to the 41st President of the United States, George H-W Bush, who had his funeral service today at the Washington National Cathedral in D-C. Bush, who lived most of his adult life in Texas, had a close connection to Louisiana. In 2001, he gave this advice to LSU graduates while delivering a commencement speech…
cut 6 (12) “..your country”
Bush was known for his congenial demeanor and his willing to compromise. Former Louisiana Congressman Henson Moore served as the White House Deputy Chief of Staff during Bush’s final year in office and he says the former president’s bipartianship was one of his best qualities…
cut 12 (12) “…work together”
Bush died Friday at the age of 94.

The state’s flu bug expert for the Louisiana Health Department, Doctor Frank Welch, says we are starting to see an uptick in the number of flu cases. Welch says last year’s flu season went down as one of the worst in recent memory, but this year’s swell in cases seems normal…
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Welch says with Christmas coming up, he advises residents to get their flu shot.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff deputies say a man wanted for shooting his father in the hip, fatally shot himself during a standoff with authorities near Chopin this morning. Deputies began a manhunt for Joseph Dauzat last night after he reportedly shot his dad at a residence.

Former President George H.W Bush’s funeral is today. His most famous line occurred at the 1988 Republican National Convention at the Superdome when he said, “Read My Lips, No New Taxes.” But LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says two years later, Bush was pressed by Democrats to raise taxes on gas and other items, in exchange Republicans got spending cuts….
cut 9 (11) “…compromise”

State health officials say we are starting to see more reported cases of flu. Doctor Frank Welch monitors flu activity for the Louisiana Department of Health…
cut 3 (10) “…get that flu shot”
Welch says if you are feeling ill, stay home from work or school so you don’t infect others.

The 2019 governor’s race took a turn that blindsided many, when US Senator John Kennedy announced he would not challenge Governor Edwards. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says there’s a reason why the GOP doesn’t have a Plan B candidate.
Cut 4 (10) “…but they will.″
The lone announced challenger is Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone, while US Representative Ralph Abraham, state senator Sharon Hewitt and state treasurer John Schroder are potential candidates.

The state fire marshal’s office is mourning the death of Barry, a 10-year-old bomb sniffing dog, who served the Lafayette and Alexandria areas….
cut 14 (07) “…locating explosive devices.
State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says Barry died from complications from a surgery to remove a large mass in his stomach.

Today is a national day of mourning as the state funeral for George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States is underway. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan…
Cut 7 (11) “…situation.”

Bush was elected in 1988 after a rousing speech at the Republican National Convention in New Orleans. But he was defeated four years later by Bill Clinton. Former Louisiana Congressman Henson Moore served as Bush’s Deputy Chief of Staff in his final year of office and says Clinton and Bush worked to raise tens of millions of dollars to help Louisiana following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita…
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Bush served in World War Two, was a Congressman in Texas, led the C-I-A and was Ronald Reagan’s Vice-President.

What actions will the Republican Party take with the Governor’s race now that Senator John Kennedy is staying put in his current position, and at the moment no Plan B candidate? Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson has provided a gift to some 400 WalMart shoppers in New Orleans. Mrs B paid off nearly 100-thousand dollars in gifts that were on layway, which came as a complete shock to those consumers who learned of the nice gesture.

It’s a National Day of Mourning for former President George H-W Bush. Former Baton Rouge Congressman Henson Moore fondly remembers our 41st president…
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Governor John Bel Edwards calls President Bush a great friend to the state of Louisiana. As Matt just mentioned, Bush teamed up with Clinton to raise tens of millions of dollars following Katrina and Rita. In 2006, he made a trip to Cameron Parish to present a two-million dollar check to rebuild South Cameron Hospital.

On this National Day of Mourning, many are reflecting on President George H-W Bush’s presidency. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says Bush’s presidency will be linked with the collapse of the Soviet Union…
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In 1991, President Bush signed a treaty that led to a major reduction in US and Soviet nuclear weapons.

Here in Louisiana, there’s still a buzz over US Senator John Kennedy’s decision not to run for governor in 2019. That leaves Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone as the lone announced GOP challenger, but there are several others who are considering a campaign. But political consultant Roy Fletcher says they all face a similar obstacle…
cut 5 (09) “…somebody with nobody’

George H.W. Bush’s funeral is today, with thousands paying homage to the 41st President of the United States. The former Commander in Chief gave his eventful “Read my lips, no new taxes” speech at the GOP convention in New Orleans in 1988. And his former Deputy Chief of Staff, Henson Moore, says Bush held a rally in Baton Rouge right before the election in 1992 when he lost to Bill Clinton.
Cut 10 (10) “…carry it.”
Bush helped Louisiana following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, teaming up with Clinton to raise money. In 2006, Bush traveled to Cameron Parish to present a two-million dollar check to rebuild South Cameron Memorial Hospital.

The funeral service for Bush is set to begin at 10 AM and then his casket will be flown to Texas.

LSU Poli Sci Professor Robert Hogan says today’s national day of mourning is an opportunity to reflect on how the country has changed since President George H.W. Bush was in office…
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The state fire marshal’s office is mourning the death of Barry, a 10-year-old bomb sniffing dog, who served the Lafayette and Alexandria areas….
cut 14 (07) “…locating explosive devices.
State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says Barry died from complications from a surgery to remove a large mass in his stomach.

Today is a national day of mourning in honor of the passing of George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States who served from 1989-1993. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan…
Cut 7 (11) “…situation.”
No mail delivery today, federal offices are closed and so are the financial markets.

Bush was known for his congenial demeanor and his willing to compromise. Former Louisiana Congressman Henson Moore served as the White House Deputy Chief of Staff during Bush’s final year in office and he says the former president’s bipartianship was one of his best qualities…
cut 12 (12) “…work together”
Bush died Friday at the age of 94.

The 2019 governor’s race took a turn that blindsided many, when US Senator John Kennedy announced he would not challenge Governor Edwards. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says there’s a reason why the GOP doesn’t have a Plan B candidate.
Cut 4 (10) “…but they will.″
The lone announced challenger is Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone, while US Representative Ralph Abraham, state senator Sharon Hewitt and state treasurer John Schroder are potential candidates.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its K-9 officers. A 10-year-old black lab, named Barry, was with the agency since 2012. Barry came to the State Fire Marshal from the U.S. Marine Corp where he served two tours of duty overseas. State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says Barry died following a surgery to remove a large mass in his stomach.
Cut 13 (07) “…those surgical complications.”
Barry and his handler Corporal Mitch Trahan were awarded K-9 Team of the Year in 2014.

Former President George H.W Bush’s funeral is today. His most famous line occurred at the 1988 Republican National Convention at the Superdome when he said, “Read My Lips, No New Taxes.” But LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says two years later, Bush was pressed by Democrats to raise taxes on gas and other items, in exchange Republicans got spending cuts….
cut 9 (11) “…compromise”

The lone Republican announced candidate in next year’s governor’s race, Eddie Rispone, has maintained a low-profile since filing paperwork declaring himself a challenger to John Bel Edwards. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Rispone, who has deep pockets, needs to introduce himself to voters…
cut 6 (08) “…out there spending”

The State Fire Marshal’s office is mourning the loss of one of its bomb-snifing dogs. Barry, a 10-year-old black Labrador, died following a surgery to remove a large mass in his stomach. State Fire Marshal’s office spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says in 2014, Barry along with his handler Corporal Mitch Trahan were recognized as K-9 Team of the Year. Rodrigue says Trahan is heartbroken and emotion over the loss…
cut 15 (12) “….tough for him”

About 400 people have received a Christmas gift from Saints and Pelicans owner Gayle Benson. She spent 100-thousand dollars on items that were on layaway at the WalMat on Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans.

Governor John Bel Edwards said today he hopes Senator John Kennedy can focus on his duties in Congress now that he’s no longer looking at running for governor. Edwards says the state has major needs that Kennedy can address, such as 2016 flood recovery efforts, passing a long-term flood insurance program, coastal restoration, along with ensuring protections for those with pre-existing conditions…
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If you live in the Lafayette, Monroe, Alexandria and Lake Charles areas and watch local television with an antenna, the F-C-C is recommending you rescan your TV, because TV stations in these area moving to different frequencies. Jean Kidooo says rescanning can be done by accessing your television’s settings menu….
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Four West Baton Rouge sheriff deputies are charged with malfeasance in office after an investigation into multiple inmate escapes. Major Dale Simoneaux says during their probe they learned one of their deputies, 23-year-old Taija Perry, had sex with an inmate at a motel. Simoneaux says 28-year-old James McClurg took bribe money to let this behavior happen…
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56-year-old Dimple Jones has also been charged and they are waiting for 60-year-old Michael Lafayette to turn himself in.

A north Louisiana mom accused in the burning death of her son will stand trial on the first degree murder charge she faces in January of 2020. Hanna Nicole Barker of Natchitoches will be in prison until that time, serving a five-year sentence for violating her probation on 2016 drug charges.