Author Archives: Jeff Palermo

10.23.23
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12:30 LRN Newscast

Two people are reportedly dead as a result of multiple wrecks involving hundreds of vehicles on Interstate 55 in St John the Baptist Parish. The interstate is closed in both directions and first responders from multiple agencies are on-site….
cut 9 (11) “…associated”
That’s State Police Sergeant Kate Stegall who says low visibility from the fog and smoke from nearby marsh fires led to reduced visibility. For a listing of road closures visit LA511-dot.org or visit LSP’s social media channels.

Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is one of nine Republicans seeking to be next Speaker of the House. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says Johnson is one of the more conservative members and that may help him as he lobbies his colleagues.
Cut 5 (07) “ ..Republican caucus.”

For the next Louisiana Secretary of State, purchasing new voting machines will be a top priority. The Republican in the run-off Nancy Landry says the new machines should produce a paper back up…
cut 28 (08) “…are accurate”
The Secretary of State’s Office is where businesses also must register. The Democratic candidate in the November 18th run-off, Gwen Collins Greenup says she wants to put procedures in place to prevent business identity theft…
cut 13 (12) “….business name”

Today, Governor-elect Jeff Landry urged voters to vote for the three Republican candidates seeking a statewide office in the November 18th run-off. Meanwhile, the Louisiana Democratic Party has endorsed Collins-Greenup in the Secretary of State’s race.

10.23.23
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11:40 LRN Sportscast

LSU’s first-ever matchup against Army in Tiger Stadium was a one-sided affair as the Bayou Bengals blanked the Black Knights 62-0. Army’s starting quarterback and one of its top receivers did not play because of injuries, but Coach Brian Kelly still sees his defense making progress…
Cut 14 (19) “…for us”
LSU running back Trey Holly has been named SEC Freshman of the Week. The former Union Parish star made his Tigers debut last Saturday and had a 67-yard touchdown run. It’s the fourth straight game LSU has rushed for more than 200 yards in a game.

LSU has received a commitment from a cornerback out of Mississippi. P-G Woodland from Oak Grove High School in Hattiesburg is rated as a three-star recruit.

Northwestern State safety Ronnie Caldwell was laid to rest on Saturday. He was fatally shot during the middle of the night on October 12th at his apartment complex. Two people have been arrested in connection with his case, but no one has been charged with murder. Natchitoches Police spokesperson John Greely says detectives continue to vigorously investigate this homicide…
cut 8 (08) “….currently have”
One of the people arrested was a member of the Northwestern State football team. Defensive tackle Maurice Campbell of Memphis was charged with obstruction of justice.

Tonight it’s Game Seven of the American League Championship Series. The Road team has won every game so far, so can the Astros break the trend. Later this afternoon, the Phillies can return to the World Series if they beat the Diamondbacks. Aaron Nola gets the start on the mound for Philly in the Game Six of the NLCS.

10.23.23
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9:30 LRN Newscast

The runoff for Secretary of State is a contest between two women, Republican Nancy Landry and Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup. Landry currently serves as First Assistant Secretary of State and knows how to organize and run a statewide election…
Cut 10 (11) “…election”
Collins-Greenup is a Baton Rouge attorney and accountant. She previously worked as the clerk of court in East Feliciana Parish. The Democrat says her first priority will be purchasing new voting machines and she will also work on increasing voter participation…
Cut 12 (08) ” most elections”

Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is one of nine Republicans seeking to be the next Speaker of the House. Johnson is the vice chairman of the Republican Conference.

Data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the Bayou State continues to set records for low unemployment.
Cut 1 (28) “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

A fatal shooting in Monroe on Saturday night claimed the life of a 14-year-old. Monroe Police say it occurred in the 31-hundred block of Renwick Street. Authorities have not released any other information.

Alexandria P-D arrested a 15 and 20-year-old for waiving guns around in a parking lot on Enterprise Road. Cops say it appears they were making a video.

10.23.23
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8:30 LRN Newscast

There are nine Republicans running for U-S House Speaker, including Louisiana’s Mike Johnson. Johnson and the eight other candidates will make their case before House Republicans behind closed doors tonight and a vote on the floor could happen tomorrow.

For the next Louisiana Secretary of State, purchasing new voting machines will be a top priority. The Republican in the run-off Nancy Landry says the new machines should produce a paper back up…
cut 11 (08) “…are accurate”
The Secretary of State’s Office is where businesses also must register. The Democratic candidate in the November 18th run-off, Gwen Collins Greenup says she wants to put procedures in place to prevent business identity theft…
cut 13 (12) “….business name”

According to the Louisiana Workforce Commission, the number of people unemployed in September is just under 68-thousand which is a record low since they started keeping track of that sort of thing. U-L Lafayette Economist Gary Wagner says the state has added nearly 280-thousand jobs since the worst of the pandemic….
cut 5 (10) “…thousand range”

For working families with small children, child care and early childhood education is very important. The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children has a survey they would like these families to complete. Institute Director Doctor Libbie Sonnier says the poll explores a variety of family issues…
cut 8 (09) “…and more”
You can fill out the survey at policy-institute-la-dot-org.

10.23.23
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7:30 LRN Newscast

The runoff for Secretary of State is a contest between two women, Republican Nancy Landry and Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup. Landry currently serves as First Assistant Secretary of State and knows how to organize and run a statewide election…
Cut 10 (11) “…election”
Collins-Greenup is a Baton Rouge attorney and accountant. She previously worked as the clerk of court in East Feliciana Parish. The Democrat says her first priority will be purchasing new voting machines and she will also work on increasing voter participation…
Cut 12 (08) ” most elections”

Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is one of nine Republicans seeking to be the next Speaker of the House. Johnson is the vice chairman of the Republican Conference.

The number of people looking for work, but unable to find a job reached an all-time low in September, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nearly 68-thousand people were considered unemployed. The state’s unemployment rate held steady at three-point-three percent, tying a record low. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Economist Gary Wagner says hiring has escalated over the last year…
Cut 4 (11) “…economic report.”

The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children wants to hear from parents with small children about their experience with child care and early childhood education. Institute director Doctor Libbie Sonnier says the survey can be found on their website and they will take answers through November first…
cut 9 (09) “….in Louisiana”
The poll can be found at policy-institute-la-dot-org.

10.23.23
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6:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU is up to 15 in the latest AP Top 25 poll following its 62-to-nothing win over Army. Quarterback Jayden Daniels only played a half, but still put up big numbers as he threw for 279 yards and three touchdowns. He will be needed to have a big performance against Alabama on November 4th in Tuscaloosa and Coach Brian Kelly is glad Daniels is on his team…
Cut 15 (18) “…elite level”
Alabama is ranked 9th in the AP Poll. We will get an official kick-off time on the game later today, but it’s expected to be 7 PM.

We’ll have a Game 7 in the ALCS tonight as the Rangers routed the Astros nine to two. A Phillies win tonight for the D-Backs and they are headed to the World Series for a second consecutive year.

The Ragin Cajuns found themselves down 20-0 to Georgia State in the 2nd quarter on homecoming night, they battled back but lost 20-17. They had a chance to win on the final play, but Zeon Chriss threw an interception in the end zone. Coach Michael Desormeaux wishes he had that first half back…
Cut 16 (20) “…late there”
The Ragin Cajuns are at South Alabama this Saturday.

ULM fell to 0-4 in the Sun Belt after losing 38-28 to Georgia Southern. The Warhawks are back home this Saturday to host Arkansas State.

Nicholls is tied for first place in the Southland after a solid 27-7 win over Texas A-and-M Commerce. McNeese nearly upset fifth ranked UIW but the Cardinals pulled off a 35-24.

10.23.23
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6:30 LRN Newscast

House Republicans meet again today to discuss who should be the next Speaker of the U-S House. After failed attempts by Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise and Ohio Representative Jim Jordan, Mike Johnson from Benton is now a candidate. There are nine Republicans running for Speaker.

Two women are in the run-off for the Secretary of State’s race. Jeanne Burns looks at the candidates…
cut 3 (39) “…I’m Jeanne Burns”

The number of unemployed individuals in the month of September was a record low 67,930 according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The state’s workforce has grown by 16-thousand over the last year and Univeristy of Louisiana at Lafayette economist Gary Wagner says there are encouraging signs for the state’s oil and gas industry…
cut 6 (09) “….gains there”

The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children’s 2023 Parent Poll is open. Institute Director Dr. Libbie Sonnier says the survey is a way to check on how families with children 5 years and under are doing. They’ve partnered with the Louisiana Department of Education to gather important data.
Cut 7 (10) “…the state.”
The poll can be found at PolicyInstituteLA.org.

10.22.23
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LRN AM Newscall October 23

Data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the Bayou State continues to set records for low unemployment. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (28) “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

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The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children is asking parents of children aged 5 and under for their input in the 2023 Parent Poll. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 2 (31)  “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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Two women are in the run-off for the Secretary of State’s race. Jeanne Burns looks at the candidates…

Cut 3 (39) …I’m Jeanne Burns”

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The number of people looking for work, but unable to find a job reached an all-time low in September, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nearly 68-thousand people were considered unemployed. The state’s unemployment rate held steady at three-point-three percent, tying a record low. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Economist Gary Wagner says hiring has escalated over the last year…

Cut 4 (11) “…economic report.”

Wagner says the state has added nearly 280 thousand jobs since the worst of the pandemic. He says the state’s employment growth level is still recovering from the pandemic.

Cut 5 (10) “…thousand range.”

Wagner says there have been 30 consecutive months of job growth. He says those jobs were mostly in education, health services, construction…

Cut 6 (09) “…gains there.”

The number of unemployed people in Louisiana is under 68 thousand. Jobs can be found on the LWC’s HIRE website.

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The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children’s 2023 Parent Poll is open. Institute Director Dr. Libbie Sonnier says the poll is a way to check on how families with children 5 years and under are doing. They’ve partnered with the Louisiana Department of Education to gather important data.

Cut 7 (10) “…the state.”

Childcare is a concern for all families with young children. Sonnier says, the poll is completed anonymously and explores a variety of family issues…

Cut 8 (09) “…and more.” 

The poll is open until November 1st and Sonnier says they want to hear from all Louisiana parents of children aged 5 and under…

Cut 9 (09)  “…in Louisiana.”

The poll can be found at PolicyInstituteLA.org.

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The runoff for Secretary of State is a contest between two women, Republican Nancy Landry and Democrat Gwen Collins-Greenup. Landry currently serves as First Assistant Secretary of State and knows how to organize and run a statewide election…

Cut 10 (11) “…election”

One of the big priorities for the next Secretary of State is new voting machines. The ones that are currently used on election day date back to 2006 and Landry says the new machines need to produce a paper back up

Cut 11 (08) “…are accurate” 

Collins-Greenup is a Baton Rouge attorney and accountant. She previously worked as the clerk of court in East Feliciana Parish. The Democrat says her first priority will also be new voting machines and she will also work on increasing voter participation…

Cut 12 (08) ” most elections” 

Businesses also must register with the Secretary of State’s Office. Collins-Greenup says she wants to put procedures in place to prevent business identity theft by fraudsters…

Cut 13 (12) “…business name”

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LSU’s first-ever matchup against Army in Tiger Stadium was a one-sided affair as the Bayou Bengals blanked the Black Knights 62-0. Army’s starting quarterback and one of its top receivers did not play because of injuries, but Coach Brian Kelly still sees his defense making progress…

Cut 14 (19) “…for us”

Quarterback Jayden Daniels only played a half, but still put up big numbers as he threw for 279 yards and three touchdowns. He will be needed to have a big performance against Alabama on November 4th in Tuscaloosa and Kelly is glad Daniels is on his team…

Cut 15 (18) “…elite level”

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The Ragin Cajuns found themselves down 20-0 to Georgia State in the 2nd quarter on homecoming night, they battled back but lost 20-17. They had a chance to win on the final play, but Zeon Chriss but threw an interception in the final play. Coach Michael Desormeaux wishes he had that first half back…

Cut 16 (20) “…late there”

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10.20.23
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4:45 LRN Sportscast

The 19th ranked LSU football team hosts Army on Saturday night and that big game on November fourth against Alabama is looming. The Tigers will get to enjoy a week off after Saturday, but offensive tackle Will Campbell says the team’s focus is on the Black Knights…
Cut 19 (20) “…what we do”
Army enters the game with a 2-4 record.

Tight end Foster Moreau (muh-ROH) is putting the blame on himself for the Saints not winning Thursday night. Moreau dropped a touchdown pass that could have tied the game with less than 30 seconds to go, instead New Orleans lost to Jacksonville 31-24. The former LSU Tiger feels awful..
Cut 9 (06) “…one play” (2x)
The Saints next game is October 29th at Indianapolis.

The Ragin Cajuns have a big homecoming game on Saturday night as they host 5-and-1 Georgia State. The Panthers are coming off a 41-24 win over Marshall. G-S-U is led by redshirt senior quarterback Darren Grainger, who is second in the Sun Belt in total offense. Cajuns Coach Michael Desormeaux says Grainger has thrown just two interceptions…
Cut 17 (10) “….right now”
This will be the seventh meeting between the two schools and the Cajuns have won the previous six contests.

In other action on Saturday…ULM is at Georgia Southern. The Eagles are 4-and-2 on the season, while the Warhawks are two and four.

23rd ranked Tulane hosts North Texas. The Green Wave are trying to improve to 6-and-1.

In FCS Action…McNeese hosts fifth ranked UIW, while Nicholls is at Texas A-and-M Commerce. On Thursday night, Southeastern Louisiana got its first win as they defeated Northwestern State 37-20.

10.20.23
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LRN PM Newscall October 20

Orleans D-A Jason Williams says he and his 78-year-old mother, who was carjacked in the Lower Garden District Monday night, are happy to be alive. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx” 

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Louisiana continues to post historic unemployment numbers. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Orleans Parish D-A Jason Williams is grateful he and his 78-year-old mother were not injured after being carjacked in the Lower Garden District Monday night. Williams says it all happened in a matter of seconds.

Cut 3 (08) “far worse.”

Two armed men approached Williams as he was helping his mother out of his black Lincoln Navigator in the 1000 block of Race Street. At that moment, Williams says his thoughts went to Linda Frickey and his greatest concern was his mother.

Cut 4 (13) “…Ms. Frickey.”

Four people carjacked 73-year-old Linda Frickey last year in the Mid-City area of New Orleans. Frickey was caught in the seatbelt as assailants drove off in her vehicle — dragging her for a block.

Carjackings are down by 44% since the end of August, compared to the same time last year, according to a report by the Metropolitan Crime Commission. Williams says progress has been made but everyone must continue to take precautions.

Cut 5 (10) “ ..being vigilant.”  

No arrests have been made and the case remains active.

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Walker Police have arrested two people involved in the murder 60-year-oid woman who was discovered dead in a wooded area of Livingston Parish. Captain John Sharp says they believe 30-year-old Bobby Schneider of Gonzales killed Sarah Santini in her home…

Cut 6 (10) “…the body.”

56-year-old Gregory Baker of Ascension Parish was also arrested. Investigators says Baker helped Schneider dispose of Santini’s body. A motive for the murder has not been established. Sharp says Schneider and Santini were friends.

Santini was reported missing on October 7th and when police went to her home they knew something bad happened…

Cut 7 (12) “…were missing.” 

Santini’s vehicle was found abandoned in LaPlace on October 12th. Her body was found Thursday by a Livingston Parish Sheriff’s deputy off of Louisiana Highway 63. Santini says about 24 hours later they arrested Schneider and Baker…

Cut 8 (12) “… State Police.”

Police records indicate that Santini was strangled and stabbed.

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Tight end Foster Moreau (muh-ROH) is putting the blame on himself for the Saints not winning last night. Moreau dropped a touchdown pass that could have tied the game with less than 30 seconds to go, instead New Orleans lost to Jacksonville 31-24. The former LSU Tiger feels awful..

Cut 9 (06) “…one play”   (2x)

The Saints battled back from a 15-point deficit to have a chance to the tie the game in the final seconds. On third-and-goal, Moreau found himself open in the end zone, but the pass from Derek Carr bounced off his fingers and fell incomplete. He says it was a routine catch that should have been made…

Cut 10 (11) “…unacceptable” (2x)

New Orleans has now lost two in a row and they are 3-and-4 on the season.

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Saturday is not your regular non-conference game in Tiger Stadium. It’s the first time LSU will host a U.S. Service Academy School. Kick off between the Tigers and Army is at 6:30 and LSU Coach Brian Kelly says his team has the ultimate respect for the Black Knights…

Cut 11 (10) “…our country”

Army comes into Tiger Stadium with a two-and-four record. Kelly says the option offense they run is not easy to defend…

Cut 12 (10) “..their focused”  

A win for LSU will give Kelly his 300th victory as he is college football’s active leader for wins.

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The Louisiana Workforce Commission says the number of unemployed people looking for a job, but can’t find one, is a record low 67-thousand people. This number comes from September jobs released by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. LWC Chief Economist Emily Dipalma says Louisiana residents are showing they want to go to work

Cut 13 (11) “…labor force”

The state’s unemployment rate for September is 3.3 percent which ties the record set in August.

Dipalma says private education and health services gained 51-hundred jobs from August to September. The only metro area to lose jobs over the the month was Lafayette. But she says most metro areas did well…

Cut  14 (10) “around 800”