Author Archives: Jeff Palermo

10.29.24
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

There are two college football games tonight involving football teams from Louisiana. At 6:30, the Ragin Cajuns will take on Texas State in San Marcos. The Bobcats are 4-and-3, 2-and-1 in the Sun Belt and led by quarterback Jordan McCloud, who has 20 touchdown passes on the season. U-L Lafayette Coach Michael Desormeaux says McCloud has a lot of weapons…
cut 17 (11) “….play sound football”
At 7 tonight, Louisiana Tech will take on Sam Houston in Conference USA Action. The Bulldogs are 3-and-4 while the Bearkats are 6-and-2.
The Pelicans continue their west coast road trip as they visit Golden State tonight. They’ll also play the Warriors tomorrow night in San Francisco. Golden State star Steph Curry is out these next two games because of an injured ankle. Both teams have 2-and-1 records.
Grambling Coach Mickey Joseph has been fined five-thousand dollars by the SWAC for his criticism of the officials. During yesterday’s zoom conference call involving all of  the league’s coaches, Joseph expressed his unhappiness about the seven penalties his team drew for 104 yards in Saturday’s touchdown loss to Texas Southern…
cut 20 (20) “…better head coach”
And Joseph says starting quarterback Myles Crawley will miss the next two to three weeks with an undisclosed injury. Grambling is at Bethune Cookman this Saturday. Both teams are 1-and-3 in league play.
LSU and Alabama has been set for a 6:30 PM kick-off on November ninth. Some betting sites have the Tigers a slight favorite, while others have the Crimson Tide favorite by as much as 2.5 points.
10.29.24
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8:30 LRN Newscast

The call for the special session on tax reform is out and state lawmakers will return to the state capitol for the session on Wednesday November sixth. Louisiana Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson says the ideas that will be debated and voted on have been debated for years and they are supported by several nonpartisan groups…

Cut 5 (11) “…more competitive”

 

St. Martinville Police Chief Ricky Martin credits a city-wide camera system for allowing them to quickly arrest 22-year-old Zachyric Gardner for a fatal shooting that occurred as St. Martinville fans were tailgating and celebrating homecoming at last Friday’s game…

Cut 11 (11) “…Bridge to I-10”
Martin says they suspected Gardner was headed to Texas. He and two others were arrested in Beaumont.

If you’re looking for a spooky place to celebrate Halloween, look no further than the Baton Rouge area. Colleen Crain has more…

Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

We’ve seen very little rainfall this month, but wouldn’t you know it, there’s a chance we’ll see some much-needed rain on Halloween, which is Thursday. Some towns are re-adjusting their trick or treat times because of the weather.

And Just a reminder, this is the final day to early vote for the November fifth election, polls close at 6 PM.

10.29.24
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7:30 LRN Newscast

Former State Police Trooper Kory York has avoided jail time for his role in the 2019 fatal arrest of Ronald Greene, a black motorist who was beaten and tased by officers following a high-speed chase in Union Parish. York was facing eight counts of malfeasance in office, but York entered a plea of no contest to simple battery and was placed on one year of supervised probation and must perform 160 hours of community service.

We’re learning new information about a shooting that ruined a homecoming football game Friday night. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (36) “…I’m Andrew Greenstei

The call for Governor Jeff Landry’s tax reform special session is out as lawmakers will be asked enact major tax reform that would result in lower income taxes for many, but many services that are currently not taxed would be taxed. Louisiana Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson says the goal is to make the state more competitive as a place to do business…

Cut 4 (11) “…competing interests

The special session is set to begin next Wednesday and must end by November 25th.

Halloween is Thursday and the Myrtles in St. Francisville near Baton Rouge is is ranked as one of the spookiest places in the world according to TripAdvisor. Director of sales and marketing at the Myrtles, Mary Glen Miller, says the resort, which was once a plantation, does not intentionally try to be spooky.

Cut 14 (10) “…while they’re here.”

Several visitors say they have encountered a ghost named Chloe which was a slave that lived in the home.

10.29.24
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6:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU’s next football game is November ninth against Alabama and kick-off has been set for 6:30. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier will look to shake off a career-high three interception performance in last Saturday’s loss to Texas A-and-M…

Cut 25 (15) “…front us”

If the Tigers can win their final four regular season games that could be enough to get into the College Football Playoffs.

The Saints are working to correct the mistakes that have led to a six-game losing streak. Coach Dennis Allen says they are looking for more consistency….

Cut 30 (09) “…knock us out”

New Orleans is at Carolina this Sunday. Allen believes Derek Carr will be able to play this Sunday.

The Ragin Cajuns will look to stay unbeaten in Sun Belt play tonight when U-L Lafayette takes on Texas State in San Marcos. The Cajuns are 6-and-1, 3-and-0 in conference play and they are getting consistent quarterback play from Ben Woolridge. Woolridge was named the starter after preseason camp and Coach Michael Desormeaux says he takes his job very seriously…

Cut 16 (20)   “…all down.”

Kick off is at 6:30>

Louisiana Tech plays its third and final Tuesday night game of the year tonight as they visit Sam Houston for a 7 PM kick off on ESPN U. The Bulldogs are 3-and-4, while the Bearkats are 6-and-2 and average over 200 yards rushing a game. Bulldogs linebacker Kolbe Fields…

Cut 18 (14)   “…be beat.”

10.29.24
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6:30 LRN Newscast

The tax reform special session is scheduled to start next Wednesday, and Governor Jeff Landry’s plan focuses on tax cuts, income tax reductions, and increased take-home pay. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Governor Landry and state economic Development officials are in South Korea. According to the governor’s office the delegation is there to cultivate business and diplomatic ties describing South Korea as one of the state’s most important trading partners and foreign direct investors.

We’re learning new information on a deadly shooting that canceled a homecoming football game in St. Martinville last Friday night. 22-year-old Deondre Benjamin was shot dead outside the stadium where St. Martinville was set to host Erath. St. Martinville Police Chief Ricky Martin says the people involved had nothing to do with any players on either team.

Cut 10 (11) “…a third party.”

Chief Martin says the city has been installing a city-wide camera system, and that system was instrumental in capturing 22-year-old Zackyric Gardner, who’s charged with second-degree murder.

The LSU School of Nursing in New Orleans has received the National League for Nursing Award for the third time. Assistant Professor of Clinical Nursing Jenna Martin says The NLN award highlights the school’s strong curriculum, which integrates cutting-edge teaching methods…

Cut 8 (12) “….TRYING TO IMPROVE”

Martin says the award enhances the school’s reputation, making it a more attract option for prospective students.

10.28.24
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

The Saints losing streak grew to six on Sunday with an ugly 26 to 8 loss to the Chargers. New Orleans Coach Dennis Allen says it’s up to the players and coaches to get back into the win column…

Dennis 4 (11) “…which ones don’t”

Allen is optimistic that starting quarterback Derek Carr will return this Sunday from an oblique injury that has sidelined him the last three games. New Orleans will be in Charlotte this Sunday to the face the lowly Panthers.

Former LSU star Jayden Daniels is the talk of the NFL as he led the Commanders to an 18-15 win over the Chicago Bears. Daniels, who was playing with bruised ribs, sailed a Hail Mary pass on the final play of the game that bounced into the hands of Noah Brown for an improbable victory. The Commanders are now six and two and there’s talk about Daniels in the running for M-V-P.

Texas A-and-M quarterback Marcell Reed was named SEC co-freshman of the week for igniting a come from behind win over the LSU Tigers in College Station last Saturday. Reed completed two passes for 70 yards and rushed for 62 yards and three touchdowns. Reed came in for an ineffective Conner Weigman and it looked like the Tigers were not prepared for a running QB. Coach Brian Kelly…

Cut 17 (21) “…preparation.”

LSU has a couple of weeks to get ready for its next opponent as the Tigers will host Alabama on November 9th. The SEC announced that game will kick-off at 6:30.

For the second straight week, Nicholls linebacker Jake Dalmado has been named Southland Defensive Player of the Week. Dalmado had four sacks in the win over McNeese. Dalmado has seven sacks in his last two games.

10.28.24
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

LSU crumbled in the 2nd half in College Station as Texas A&M outscored the Tigers 31 to 6 in the final 30 minutes on their way to a 38-23 victory. The Tigers led by 10 points at halftime, but Garrett Nussmeier threw three interceptions in the second half as the Tigers could not run the football. Coach Brian Kelly says 24 yards rushing will not cut it…

Cut 16 (14)   “…has to.”

LSU will have a couple more weeks to work on the running game as the Tigers have this Saturday off and then they’ll host Alabama on November 9th.

 

ULM’s loss on Saturday to South Alabama means the Ragin Cajuns are alone in first place in the Sun Belt West. U-L Lafayette is at Texas State tomorrow, and ULM visits Marshall on Saturday.

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It was a dismal performance by the Saints on Sunday as New Orleans lost to the Chargers 26 to 8 in Los Angeles. Spencer Rattler completed 12 out of 24 passes for 156 yards and no touchdowns before he was benched in favor of Jake Haener, who completed 9 of 17 for 122 yards. After the game, Rattler took his benching in stride.

Cut 20 (14) “…win the game.”

The Saints fall to 2-and-6 on the season and are in Charlotte next week to face the Carolina Panthers, who they beat in Week 1 in the Superdome.

 

Former Saints quarterback Jameis Winston threw three touchdown passes as he led the Browns to a come-from-behind win over the Ravens. And the sports world is buzzing over Jayden Daniels Hail Mary throw to beat the Chicago Bears.

10.28.24
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6:45 LRN Sportscast October 28

The Saints lost their sixth straight game yesterday and only scored eight points in doing so in a 26-8 loss to the Chargers. Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener both played quarterback and neither could direct the Saints into the end zone. Coach Dennis Allen’s team is now 2-and-6….
cut 19 (10) “….just couldn’t overcome”
New Orleans is at Carolina next Sunday.

The Legend of Jayden Daniels continues to grow as his 52-yard Hail Mary Pass into the hands of Noah Brown set off a wild celebration as the Commanders defeated the Bears 18-15. Daniels on the play of the year in the NFL…
cut 27 (16) “…everybody”

The LSU Tigers fell eight spots to 16 in the AP Top 25 poll after getting outscored 31 to 6 in the second half and losing to Texas A-and-M 38-23. The Tigers led by ten points at halftime, but Garrett Nussmeier threw three interceptions, the defense didn’t adjust to a new quarterback and kicking field goals were an issue all night long…
cut 18 (21) “….help em out”
LSU’s next game is November 9th against Alabama.

South Alabama handed ULM its first Sun Belt loss as the Jaguars crushed the Warhawks 46-17.

Southern and Grambling both lost, Northwestern State lost again, Southeastern Louisiana fell at home and Nicholls upended McNeese 24-19.

10.25.24
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

The LSU Tigers can have sole possession of first place in the Southeastern Conference if they can beat Texas A-and-M in College Station on Saturday night. Both teams enter the game on six-game winning streaks. The Tigers are winning thanks to good quarterback play and a defense that’s getting better. Coach Brian Kelly says his defense is gaining confidence…

Cut 13 (13) “…now.” 

Texas A-and-M will not have its starting left guard for the game. Chase Bisontis has a lower leg injury and LSU receiver Chris Hilton could make his season debut on Saturday after practicing fully on Thursday.

Saints Quarterback Derek Carr is listed as doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Chargers, but Taysom Hill, Chris Olave, Cesar Ruiz and Pete Werner are all expected to return.

ULM will try to go 4-and-0 in the Sun Belt as they visit South Alabama. The Jaguars are 2-and-1 in league play and Saturday is homecoming for South Alabama. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent would like to spoil the Jags homecoming…

Cut 20 (17) “….homecoming”

Kick-off is at 4 PM.

It’s also homecoming for Nicholls on Saturday as the Colonels host the McNeese Cowboys. Nicholls is coming off a 20 to nothing win over Northwestern State, while the Cowboys are looking to break a two-game losing streak.

It’s also homecoming for Northwestern State. The Demons are still searching for their first win since 2022 and they’ll host Lamar.

Big game in Hammond as Southeastern Louisiana and UIW battle for first place in the Southland.

And Grambling is at Texas Southern.

10.25.24
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

A lot is on the line Saturday night when 8th ranked LSU meets 14th ranked Texas A&M in College Station. A win for the Tigers and they’ll have the inside track on all of the other SEC Teams in getting to the conference title game and a victory also improves their odds of making the college football playoff. But Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier says the focus is on beating the Aggies…

Cut 16 (16)   “…extracurriculars”

Nussmeier could have one of his key receivers back. Chris Hilton was a full go at practice yesterday and is listed as questionable for tomorrow night’s game, but Coach Kelly says it’s more about the conditioning than the injury.

Wide receiver Chris Olave was a full participant at practice yesterday, a good sign Olave is over his concussion and can play against the Chargers this Sunday.

ULM is about a touchdown underdog at South Alabama tomorrow. Warhawks Coach Bryant Vincent expects a close game…

Cut 19 (18) “….where we are at”  

The Warhawks and the Cajuns are tied for first place in the Sun Belt West as both teams are 3-and-0. South Alabama is 2-and-1 in league play.

In other college action…Tulane will look to stay undefeated in the American Athletic as the Green Wave head to North Texas. Southeastern Louisiana and 10th ranked U-I-W will battle for first place in the Southland when the two teams meet in Hammond. The Lions are allowing 13 points a game in Southland play. McNeese is at Nicholls and Northwestern State hosts Lamar.