Governor Landry is assuring the public there is no danger after a Chinese national being held in a federal prison in the state is infected with a drug-resistant form of tuberculosis.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A St. Landry Parish grand jury has indicted Opelousas Police Chief Graig Leblanc and two others for a shooting that occurred last December. Leblanc has admitted the domestic incident was the result of infidelity on his part with former officer Savannah Butler, who has also been indicted. Leblanc is facing charges of obstruction of justice and malfeasance in office.

A Baton Rouge sprinter who was the oldest woman to compete in the National Senior Games has died at the age of 108. Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins lived an active lifestyle, but didn’t start running until she was 100 years…

Cut 11 (08) “….stayed fit for years”

But Owner of Varsity sports Jenni Peters says Hawkins started running when she was 100 years old after watching someone run a 100-yard dash on their 100^th birthday. She competed in the National Senior Games when she was 101.

Many Swifties are still scrambling to buy tickets to one of Taylor Swift’s three shows that will take place this weekend at the Caesars Superdome. Most tickets are going for more than one-thousand dollars on the resale ticket market. Attorney General Liz Murrill has this advice…

Cut 15 (08) “…be true”

Murrill says legitimate ticket vendors will not ask for personal information such as your Social Security Number. If you’ve been victim of a Taylor Swift ticket scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission, the Better Business Bureau or local law enforcement.

Governor Landry is assuring the public there is currently no danger after a detainee from China tested positive for a rare, aggressive, and drug resistant form of tuberculosis while held at the Richwood Correction Center last July .

Cut 7 (07)) “…in any danger.”

According to a lawsuit filed by the state against U-S Immigration and Customs Enforcement and others, the inmate was transferred to a Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Acadia Parish and in August released into the general population at that facility.

Attorney General Liz Murrill says they are suing ICE and its contractors to ensure that every potentially exposed individual is medially cleared by the State before they are permitted to leave the two facilities.

Louisiana Surgeon General Doctor Ralph Abraham says the patient is now in isolation and receiving proper medication and is asymptomatic.

If Donald Trump gets re-elected in two weeks, a pair of Louisianians could be up for cabinet positions. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Swifties are flowing into New Orleans for Taylor Swift’s three highly anticipated shows at the Superdome starting Friday night. Attorney General Liz Murrill says her office is getting reports of hotels canceling reservations made months in advance and offering those rooms at jacked-up rates.

Cut 13 (10)  “…and deceptive practices.”

Concert goers can file a consumer dispute with the A-G’s office.

Governor Landry is assuring the people of Louisiana that there is no danger, even as an inmate in a federal prison in the state tests positive for a rare, drug-resistant form of tuberculosis. Landry said in a news conference that the patient came from China and crossed into the U.S. illegally.

Cut 14 (15) “…worked to eradicate.”

Landry says the patient was transferred to a federal prison in Louisiana; and from there, to a medical facility.

LSU has announced plans to build a stand alone building for construction management students. The project has received a $15 million donation from Art Favre, a 1972 LSU graduate and founder of Performance Contractors. Dean of the College of Engineering Vicki Colvin says LSU is actively raising more money for the construction of the building…

Cut 11 (05) “…time to do it.”

Groundbreaking for the building is expected to start in 2026

A die-hard Taylor Swift fan from Metairie books nearly an entire hotel near the Superdome – but not to make a profit. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Taylor Swift will hold concerts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday night at the Ceasars Superdome. The shows will bring in visitors from around the country. State Troopers have moved a homeless encampment just blocks away from the Dome, which has upset city leaders. The governor’s office says they want New Orleans to put its best foot forward when hosting such a major event.

Florida was hit by two major hurricanes this season, so what does that mean for future insurance rates? Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is optimistic the storms will not lead to another big jump in premiums, because the reinsurance market is holding up well worldwide…

Cut 7 (06) “….year yes”

LSU has unveiled plans for a new $107 million Construction & Advanced Manufacturing Building.  Dean of the College of Engineering Vicki Colvin says the project, supported by a $15 million donation from Art Favre, a 1972 LSU grad and founder of Performance Contractors, will enhance the university’s top-tier construction management program.

Cut 9 (11)  “…on Mars.”

Colvin says the new building will be located on South Stadium Drive next to Tiger Stadium, groundbreaking is in 2026.

A big Taylor Swift fan from Metairie woman booked 191 hotel rooms at the Holiday Inn New Orleans-Downtown Superdome hotel last year for about 500-dollars each for four nights to help visiting Swifties find a hotel for a not so astronomical price….

Cut 4 (09) “…taxes and fees”

That’s Rebecca Fox, who says she’s re-sold the rooms at the same she booked them for and it’s also giving other Taylor Swift fans a chance to meet and connect.

Sunny and dry conditions persist in Louisiana and the fire danger continues to increase. Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says Washington Parish fire fighters were busy battling a wildfire yesterday…

Cut 12 (10) “…very, very dry.”

The body of a white female found in Lake Pontchartrain 38 years ago has finally been identified, thanks to new technology.  St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Lieutenant Suzanne (soo-ZAWN) Carboni says genealogy and DNA testing finally i-d’d the body as that of Pamela Lee Hupp…

Cut 12 (09) “…during that time.”

Her last known residency was in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Most Americans are changing the way they travel this holiday season due to inflation. Ted Rossman with Bankrate says a whopping 83-percent are adjusting their holiday travel routine.

Cut 7 (08) “…to their destination.”

Rossman says a 23-percent increase in household expenses over the last three years is forcing holiday travelers to look at ways to cut costs.

The TV documentary series “On Patrol: Live” on Reelz is featuring the Monroe Police Department for the next eight weeks. Sean Richardson has more.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Taylor Swift’s first performance in the Superdome is not until Friday night but official ERAS Tour merchandise is on sale today at Champions Square next to the Dome. Superdome Spokesperson Mike Hoss….

Cut 13 (13) “….and you’re done”