07:30 LRN Newscast November 30

Les Miles is still the head football coach at LSU. Based on reports heading into Saturday’s regular season finale, the powers to be at LSU were ready to fire Miles. But athletics director Joe Alleva announced after the win over Texas A-and-M that Miles will return for another season. The mad hatter is grateful for a chance to the lead the Tigers again next season…
cut 11 (12) “…quality men”

Bobby Jindal’s second-term as Louisiana’s governor is coming to an end. He has about six weeks left in the governor’s mansion. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Jindal will likely use his experience in government to land a job…
cut 7 (08) “….national boards”
Pinsonat says Jindal’s low approval numbers will probably keep him from running for office for quite a while.

Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s office continues to investigate an apparent murder-suicide that left four people dead, including two young children. Colonel John Fortunato says investigators believe 46-year-old David Mata killed his wife and two children in their home in Marrero. A motive has not been determined.

It’s Cyber Monday as big retailers are promoting huge online sales today. Lisha Landry, with the Louisiana Attorney General’s office, says if you come across a deal that sounds too good to be true, it probably isn’t…
cut 15 (10) “…a scam”
Landry also advises consumers to make sure the website you’re using is secure before entering credit card information.

Today is the final day of the 2015 hurricane season. There were eleven named storms this year, which is just below the 30-year average and no storms threatened Louisiana.

06:45 LRN Sportscast November 30

The Saints dropped their third straight game on Sunday as the Houston Texans topped New Orleans 24-6. Offensively, the Saints could only muster two field goals, so for the first time in 155 games the Saints failed to score a TD. Coach Sean Payton on the disappointing loss..
cut 18 (14) “…of it”
New Orleans was held to 268 total yards, just 50 yards on the ground. The loss drops the Saints record to 4-7

Elsewhere in the NFL…former Saints tight end Jimmy Graham’s season is over after suffering an injury to the patellar tendon in his right knee in Seattle’s win over Pittsburgh. Graham injured himself after landing awkwlardly on his leg while trying to catch a pass.

Les Miles is still the coach of the LSU football team despite a couple of weeks of speculation that he will be fired at the end of the regular season. But Athletics Director Joe Alleva announced after Saturday’s win over Texas A&M that Miles will remain the Tigers coach. Miles was asked if there were any hard feelings over the speculation that he could lose his job….
cut 10 (09) “…that way”

Louisiana Tech’s regular season ended in a frustrating manner as the Bulldogs turned it over seven times in a 58-24 loss to Southern Miss. The defeat keeps the Bulldogs from playing in the Conference USA Championship game. Head Coach Skip Holtz says it was a disappointing way to end the year…
cut 16 (12) “…for it”
Tech finishes the regular season with an 8-4 record .

LRN Newscast 06:30 November 30

Governor Bobby Jindal has six weeks left in the governor’s mansion. Once his second term comes to an end, political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Jindal will probably use his expertise in government to pick up a job as a consultant for a national company. As far as his political future, Pinsonat doesn’t see Jindal seeking political office in the foreseeable future…
cut 8 (08) “….in Louisiana”

A UL Lafayette researcher is trying to find the burial grounds of the first Acadians in an effort to discover the location of their colony. Anthropologist Mark Rees says there’s evidence that New Acadia Colony settled in the mid 18th century in south Louisiana…
cut 4 (12) “…around Loreauville”
Rees says they’ve received permission to exhume the graves that possible belong to the first Acadians.

It’s Cyber Monday and the Attorney General’s office is giving online holiday shoppers some tips to make sure they are not victims of fraud. Emelie Gunn has more…
cut 3 (30) “…reporting”

State senator Troy Brown of Napleonville was arrested over the weekend and charged with domestic battery. That’s according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s office. No other details have been released.

LRN AM Newscall Monday Nov 30

A UL-Lafayette researcher is trying to find the burial grounds of the first Acadians in an effort to discover the location of their colony. Eric Gill reports…

CUT 1 (27) “I’m Eric Gill”

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What’s ahead for Governor Bobby Jindal professionally as his second term ends? Jeff Palermo reports…

Cut 2 (29) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

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 The Attorney General’s Office is giving online holiday shoppers some tips to keep secure. Emelie Gunn has more…

Cut 3 (30) “I’m Emelie Gunn”

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A UL-Lafayette researcher is trying to find the burial grounds of the first Acadians in an effort to discover the location of their colony. Anthropologist Mark Rees says the goal of the New Acadia Project is to discover the location of the New Acadia Colony that dates back to the mid-18th century…

cut 4  (12)  “around Loreauville”

He says they believe the colony was set up along Bayou Teche in Iberia Parish around Loreauville. Rees says they have received permission from the state and property owners to exhume the graves that possibly belong to the first Acadians. But he says they are approaching this in a cautious way…

Cut 5  (11)  “be reburied”

He says finding the graves is just the first step in finding the settlement that must be nearby. Rees says if these graves do contain the remains of the first Acadians, it will be an enormous breakthrough…

Cut 6 (08)  “were like”

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There are six weeks remaining in Bobby Jindal’s final term as Governor of Louisiana. Jindal has said that he and his family will remain in Baton Rouge after his term ends, but what’s ahead for him professionally? Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Jindal will likely use his experience in government to land a job…

CUT 7 (08)  “national boards”

Pinsonat says Jindal will probably use his expertise in government to pick up a job with a national company as a consultant. As far as the governor’s political future, Pinsonat doesn’t see Jindal seeking political office in the foreseeable future…

Cut 8  (08)  “in Louisiana”

He says Jindal’s current unpopularity in Louisiana will probably keep him from running for office for quite a while. Pinsonat believes Jindal’s presidential aspirations really damaged his political future in Louisiana…

Cut 9 (10) “very unpopular”

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Les Miles is still the coach of the LSu football team despite a couple of weeks of speculation that he will be fired at the end of the regular season. But Athletics Director Joe Alleva announced after Saturday’s win over Texas A&M that Miles will remain the Tigers coach. Miles was asked if there were any hard feelings over the speculation that he could lose his job.

Cut 10 (09) “that way”

Miles and the Tigers ended a three-game losing streak by beating Texas A&M 19-7. Before Miles began his postgame press conference, Alleva announced that Miles would return next year. The mad hatter is grateful for a chance to the lead the Tigers again next season…

cut 11 (12) “quality men”

There are still questions whether offensive coordinator Cam Cameron will return. His contract is set to expire after the bowl game. Miles was noncommittal about Cameron’s future, but he expects the offense next year to feature running back Leonard Fournette.

Cut 12 (12) “bit much”

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The Attorney General’s Office has some tips to keep online holiday shoppers secure. Assistant Attorney General Lisha Landry advises people to make sure they’re using private wireless connections that are password protected, not unsecure wifi from coffee shops or other public locations. She says also make sure the website you’re using is secure before entering credit card information.

Cut 13 (07)  “is secure”

Landry says always pay my credit card rather than using money orders or debit because there is an added protection. She says make sure to keep records after making online purchases.

Cut 14 (05) “return policy”

Landry says feel free to contact the Attorney General’s Office to check the consumer dispute database. She says if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Cut 15  (10) “a scam” 

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Louisiana Tech’s regular season ended in a frustrating manner as the Bulldogs turned it over seven times in a 58-24 loss to Southern Miss. The defeat keeps the Bulldogs from playing in the Conference USA Championship game. Head Coach Skip Holtz says it was a disappointing way to end the year…

Cut 16  (12)  “for it”

 Tech finishes the regular season with an 8-4 record and they’ll find out on December sixth when it comes to which bowl game they’ll play in. It’s been projected Tech will get an invite to the New Orleans Bowl. Holtz says he’ll team wait to hear its fate..

Cut 17 (19) “field again”

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The Saints dropped their third straight game on Sunday as the Houston Texans topped New Orleans 24-6. Offensively, the Saints could only muster two field goals, so for the first time in 155 games the Saints failed to score a TD. Coach Sean Payton on the disappointing loss..

Cut 18 (14) “….of it

New Orleans was held to 268 total yards, just 50 yards on the ground. The loss drops the Saints record to 4-7. Brees remains optimistic the Saints can make a run at the playoffs, but they have undefeated Carolina coming to town.

Cut 19 (14) “for us”

 

11:40 LRN Sportscast November 27

An end of an era appears to be taking place at LSU as Les Miles could be coaching his last game in purple and gold. Jeff Palermo has the story…
voicer 2 (30) “…reporting”

Saturday night’s game also marks the return of John Chavis, LSU’s former defensive coordinator. He now holds the same position for the Aggies. LSU linebacker Deion Jones says he has no ill will toward his old coach…
cut 16 (09) “…with that”

Big game at Joe Aillet Stadium tomorrow morning as Louisiana Tech hosts Southern Miss. The winner advances to play in the Conference USA Championship game. Bulldogs head coach Skip Holtz hopes for a sold out crowd, especially for the seniors, who are on the verge of leading Tech to a second straight bowl game…
cut 23 (15) “…come together”
Southern Miss brings a five-game winning streak to Ruston as they’ve averaged 46 points a game during that run. Kick-off is at 11 AM.

The high school football playoffs continue tonight. On the select side, its semifinal action. In Division One….Evangel hosts Catholic, who is looking for its first trip to the Mercedes Benz Superdome since 1990. You can watch this game on Fox Sports New Orleans plus at 7 PM. The other semi-final matchup in Division One is John Curtis versus Rummel.

LRN Newscast 17:30 November 25

Governor-elect John Bel Edwards has launched OnwardLouisiana-dot-com to give Louisiana residents updates on his plans and give those interested in working for his administration a chance to express their interest in a position. Spokesperson for the Edwards transition team, Mary Patricia Wray, says they want the best and brightest on their team…
cut 9 (09) “team members”
She says resumes are already pouring in.

14 additional strip clubs across the state were cited for drug activity, prostitution, and lewd acts as part of the state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control’s “Operation Trick or Treat” investigation. ATC Commissioner Troy Hebert says the latest results of this operation show that this is not an issue that’s isolated to the French Quarter…
CUT 5 (07) “addressing it”
Six of the establishments were issued emergency suspensions due to a threat to public safety.

Despite rumors that he could be fired soon after Saturday’s Texas A-and-M game, LSU Coach Les Miles says its business as usual as his team prepares for the Aggies. The coach was asked during the SEC Coaches teleconference if he felt this would be his last game at LSU…
cut 12 (12) “my view”
Miles has the highest winning percentage in school history.

Fake money used in movies is making its way across multiple parishes in southeast Louisiana. According to Morgan City Police. Sgt. Rick Hartley says the bills they’ve confiscated are obviously fake, marked with the phrase “Motion Picture Use Only.” But he says crooks will go into a dimly lit business in an effort to try to break the counterfeit bill for real money…
cut 7 (07) “little closer”
He says at this time, they’ve arrested one person.

LRN Sportscast 16:45 Nov 25

LSU Coach Les Miles says he spoke with athletic director Joe Alleva earlier this week, but didn’t say what they spoke about. There are rumors Miles will be fired as early as next week. The coach says the biggest thing on his mind is Saturday’s game against Texas A-and-M…
cut 14 (10) “….always done it”
LSU wide receiver Malchi Dupre says Miles has not gone into much detail about his future when he’s talked to the team…
cut 20 (17) “….can correct”
LSU will play the rest of the season without wide receiver Travin Dural as he’s out for the year with a torn hamstring. Miles says it will take three months for him to recover.

The Saints have returned to practice as they get ready for the stretch run of their season, which gets underway Sunday against Houston. Linebackers Hau’oli Kikaha and Ramon Humber have returned to practice on a limited basis. Running back Mark Ingram was also limited with a shoulder injury, while lienbackers David Hawthorne and Dannell Ellerbe and cornerbacks Keenan Lewis and Damian Swann all missed practiced.

And former LSU Tiger Matt Flynn, who is now a backup quarterback with the Saints, told reporters that it would be a mistake if LSU let Les Miles go.

The LSU men’s basketball team is back from a disappointing trip to Brooklyn, where they lost two games, one to Marquette and last night in overtime to North Carolina State. The Tigers are at Charleston on Monday.

Louisiana Tech is off to its best start since 1998 after beating Ohio State 82-74 on Tuesday. Alex Hamilton led the way with 24 points. Tech is back in action Friday against North Carolina Central.

Tonight in the NBA…the Pelicans begin a three-game road trip in Phoenix.

16:30 LRN Newscast November 25

Former Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwars is in the hospital with a case of pneumonia. But his wife, Trina, says he’s feeling much better since they checked him in and they hope to be home in time for Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow. Edwards is 88-years-old and his last public appearance was Saturday as he was with Governor-elect John Bel Edwards on election night.

Speaking of John Bel Edwards, he’s launched a transition website, onward-louisiana-dot-com. Emelie Gunn has more on what it has to offer…
cut (31) “…reproting”

14 additional strip clubs across the state have been cited by the state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control as part of their “Operation Trick or Treat” investigation. The 14 strip clubs were cited for drug activity, prostitution and lewd acts. Commissioner Troy Hebert says drug and prostitution activity at these establishments breeds other criminal activity…
cut 4 (07) “there’s pimps”
This crackdown comes weeks after 9 clubs were cited in the French Quarter in New Orleans.

Morgan City Police say fake money used in movies is making its way across multiple parishes in southeast Louisiana. Sgt. Rick Hartley says a few banks, bars, and convenience stores have reported to authorities they’ve received these counterfeit bills. He says at this time, they’ve arrested Vanisha August of Morgan City on one count of monetary instrument abuse…
cut 6 (10) “other subjects”
Hartley says the bills they’ve confiscated are obviously fake marked with the phrase “Motion Picture Use Only.”

15:30 LRN Newscast Nov 25

Governor elect John Bel Edwards launches a website that will provide updates to the public on his transition into the govenror’s office and it’s also a place where you can submit your resume, if you’re interested in working for his administration. Edwards’ spokesperson, Mary Patricia Wray, says even though the website launched just hours ago, the resumes are already pouring in…
cut 11 (11) “….the administration”
Edwards will be sworn into office on January 11th.

Will LSU Coach Les Miles have to update his resume after Saturday’s game against Texas A-and-M. The rumors are flying that he’ll be fired next week. Miles says the biggest thing on his mind is Saturday’s game against A-and-M….
cut 14 (10) “…always done it”
Alleva says has the team has a good a week of preparation despite all the noise about his future.

The state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has cited 14 additional strip clubs across the state as part of their “Operation Trick or Treat” investigation. Eric Gill reports…
cut 1 (28) “…I’m Eric Gill”

Multiple media outlets are reporting former governor Edwin Edwarse has been hospitalized with a case of pneumonia. But the 88-year-old is said to be feeling better and friends and family are hopeful the former four-term governor will be released soon. Edwards last public appearance was last Saturday as he was at John Bel Edwards election night headquarters.

LRN PM Newscall November 25

The state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has cited 14 additional strip clubs across the state as part of their “Operation Trick or Treat” investigation. Eric Gill reports…

CUT 1 (28)  “I’m Eric Gill”

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Governor-elect John Bel Edwards has launched his transition website, Onward-Louisiana-dot-com. Emelie Gunn has more on what it has to offer…

CUT 2 (31)  “I’m Emelie Gunn”

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The state Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has cited 14 additional strip clubs across the state as part of their “Operation Trick or Treat” investigation. This crackdown comes weeks after 9 clubs were cited in the French Quarter in New Orleans. ATC Commissioner Troy Hebert says these clubs were cited for several different reasons…

CUT 3 (05)  “with them”

The 14 strip clubs were cited for drug activity, prostitution and lewd acts. Hebert says drug and prostitution activity at these establishments breeds other criminal activity…

CUT 4 (07)  “there’s pimps”

Six of the establishments were issued emergency suspensions due to a threat to public safety. Hebert says the latest results of this operation show that this is not an issue that’s isolated to the French Quarter…

CUT 5 (07)  “addressing it”

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Morgan City Police are saying fake money used in movies is making its way across multiple parishes in southeast Louisiana. Sgt. Rick Hartley says a few banks, bars and convenience stores have reported to authorities they’ve received these counterfeit bills. He says at this time, they’ve arrested Vanisha August of Morgan City on one count of monetary instrument abuse.

CUT 6 (10) “other subjects”

Hartley says the bills they’ve confiscated are obviously fake marked with the phrase “Motion Picture Use Only.” But he says often times people will go into a dimly lit business in an effort to try to break the counterfeit bill for real money.

CUT 7 (07)  “little closer”

Hartley says you can purchase movie money on a number of websites, so it’s very easy to get your hands on this fake money.

CUT 8 (09)  “easily missed”

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Governor-elect John Bel Edwards has launched Onward-Louisiana-dot-com (onwardlouisiana.com) to give the residents of Louisiana updates on his plans and give those interested in working for his administration a chance to express their interest in a positon. Spokesperson for the Edwards transition team Mary Patricia Wray says they want the best and the brightest on their team.

CUT 9 (09)  “team members”

Wray says so far no decisions have been made on cabinet and secretary members, but the team is working hard to ensure announcements are made soon. She says Edwards is making sure he keeps the promises he made during his campaign.

cut 10 (08)  “to achieve”

Wray says even though the website launched just hours ago, the resumes are already pouring in.

Cut 11 (11) “the administration”

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Despite rumors that he could be fired soon after Saturday’s Texas A-and-M game, LSU Coach Les Miles says its business as usual as his team prepares for the Aggies. The coach was asked during the SEC Coaches teleconference if he felt this would be his last game at LSU…

cut 12 (12)  “my view”

Numerous media reports say Miles could be dismissed sometime after Saturday’s game. Miles, who has the highest winning percentage in school history, says there’s no reason to defend himself to those who are deciding his future…

cut 13 (09)  “not me”

Miles says his last conversation with athletic director Joe Alleva was on Sunday, but he didn’t say what was discussed. The coach says the biggest thing on his mind is Saturday’s game against A-and-M…

cut 14 (10)  “always done it” 

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