Democratic incumbent Senator Mary Landrieu and republican challenger Bill Cassidy will meet in a televised Senate debate tonight. Political analyst Clancy Dubos says you can bet Landrieu will bring up the recent allegations that Cassidy, who is a doctor, was paid by the LSU Health Sciences Center for work he never did…

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Political bloggers first reported that some of Cassidy’s time sheets from LSU did not add up to the hours he actually worked.

The State Police Cadet Class #93 has started training to earn the privilege of wearing the “gold boot” badge of the Louisiana State Police. The cadets will go through 20 weeks of training. Trooper Jared Sandifer says about 70 new cadets reported to the Training Academy yesterday…

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This is the second State Police cadet class to be held since September 2008.

After spending the weekend shopping for great deals at the mall and other retail stores, consumers will now turn to the internet for Cyber Monday. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says savvy consumers held off on buying certain items this past weekend to see what kind of deals they’ll get today…

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Rice says Cyber Monday is becoming a bigger deal than Black Friday for many consumers.

Staying fit or maintaining your current weight is difficult for some during the holiday season. State department of health and hospital’s Well-Ahead Director, Melissa Martin, says staying hydrated is one way to make sure you don’t eat too much during one sitting…

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Martin says during the holiday season, many people take in more calories than they do during other months of the year.

Secretary of State Tom Schedler says, so far, almost 200 thousand Louisiana voters have participated in early voting for the December 6th runoff election , and today is the final day…
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You have between now and 6pm tonight to cast your ballot in early voting. And you probably know that the biggest battle on the ballot is the US Senate race. Friday, Democratic Senator Mary Landrieu is calling on Republican Congressman Bill Cassidy to turn over pay records for his work with the LSU Health System. She says there are some -quote -serious allegations being made against Cassidy for alleged fraud and double dipping in his pay, and she wants him to bring the documentation to the televised debate Monday night.
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This is the fifth year for Small Business Saturday, with the call to holiday shoppers to support local businesses all day today…
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That’s Dawn Starnes, the Louisiana Director for the National Federation of Independent Business. Nationally, 6 billion dollars was spent in local shops and restaurants last year.

With the great weather forecast today, many people are out in the Christmas tree lots looking for the that perfect tree. To KEEP that tree looking healthy through the Holidays, experts say it’s important to hydrate….
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That’s Kevin Steele, the Louisiana Director of the Southern Christmas Tree Association.

It’s the final day of early voting today for the December 6th election. Eric Gill has more…
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A Church Point woman and her two children that had been missing since Tuesday have been found found safe. Church Point Police said Tabatha Citizen and her two children , went walking Tuesday with her 4-year-old child and her 7-month-old baby, and family members were concerned when the mom and her kids did not return.

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Today is Small Business Saturday; a day where shoppers are urged to help the local economy by shopping at locally-owned businesses. Dawn Starns is the Louisiana Director of the National Federation of Independent Business, says this can be a feel good moment…
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This is Small Business Saturday’s fifth year and last year shoppers nationwide spent almost $6 billion dollars.

As the LSU Tigers await their bowl bid following their Thanksgiving night win over Texas A & M, Head Coach Les Miles is reflecting back on the regular season, and his team…
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The Tigers were 8 and 4 for the regular season.

Today has been named Small business Saturday by the National Federation of Independent Business

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In the US Senate runoff race race, Mary Landrieu says she wants Congressman Bill Cassidy to bring pay records for the past 63 months to Monday night’s debate to explain “serious allegations” in some work he did with the LSU Health System. Landrieu alleges fraud and double-dipping in his pay. The the state-wide debate is Monday night at 7pm.

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Today is the final day of early voting for the December 6th election. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says, during the first four days, turnout was very strong…
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He estimates a 40% voter turnout.

The Christmas trees are out in the lots, and people are out and about to find the perfect one. If you’re looking to get a really fresh tree, Kevin Steele. Louisiana Director of the Southern Christmas Tree Association says there is an ample supply here in Louisiana…
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Steele owns and operates a choose-and-cut Christmas Tree farm in Washington Parish.

Saturday is the final day of early voting for the December 6th election, that is highlighting Louisiana’s US Senate runoff. Secretary of State Tom Schedler says, during the first four days, turnout was brisk…
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Schedler says the revised turnout estimate is now close to 40% of registered voters.

LSU freshman running back Leonard Fournette led the Tigers ground attack as he rushed for 146 yards in last night’s 23-17 victory over Texas A & M. Fournette says they take pride in being a good running team…
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The Tigers await a bowl bid.

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The National Federation of Independent Business has named this Saturday as Small Business Saturday. Eric Gill reports…
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And the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office reminds shoppers to stay safe and shop smart this holiday season. Director of the Public Protection Division, Sam Pleasant, says you should be on the lookout for holiday shopping scams to protect your identity and make sure you keep credit and debit cards in a secure place.

Saturday is the final day of early voting for the December 6th election. Eric Gill has more…
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries now has a series of online hunting safety videos to help hunters be safe during the season. They cover firearms, tree stands, boats and other gear. You can view the videos online on their website, or Facebook search ldwf.

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It’s the time of year where people start looking for that perfect Christmas Tree to display in their home for the holiday season. If you’re looking to get a fresh tree, Kevin Steele. Louisiana Director of the Southern Christmas Tree Association says there is an ample supply in Louisiana…
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Remember to keep all live trees hydrated.

The LSU Tigers notched up a win for the regular season finale last night, defeating Texas A & M 23-17. Coach Les Miles says he gives credit to Cam Cameron and the Tiger offense….
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LSU ends their regular season at 8 and 4, and await a bowl bid.

The Louisiana Attorney General’s Office reminds shoppers to stay safe and shop smart this holiday season. Jeff Palermo reports…

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The LSU Tigers finish their regular season on a positive note as they downed Texas A&M last night 23-17. Freshman running back Leonard Fournette rushed for 146 yards and one touchdown as LSU racked up 384 rushing yards on the game, the most in an SEC game since 1997. The Tigers finish the regular season with an 8-4 overall record, 4-4 in the SEC.

Several metro areas in Louisiana are in jeopardy of not meeting new Environmental Protection Agency federal ozone standards. State Department of Environmental Quality spokesperson Greg Langley says the new rules will take effect next October, but first there’s a 90-day comment period…

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Governor Bobby Jindal says the new environmental regulations will kill jobs and increase energy prices.

It’s Black Friday and stores are crowded with shoppers looking to find that great deal for their holiday shopping. Louisiana Tech Marketing Professor Berry Babin says, even though online shopping is increasing, you shouldn’t expect the Black Friday shopping crowds to go away anytime soon…

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Retailers are optimistic that this holiday shopping season will be a good one.

Black Friday is here and shoppers are crowding stores looking to find that great deal for their holiday shopping. Jeff Palermo has more…

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State Police say a pedestrian was killed early yesterday after she walked across a highway into the path of a moving car near St. Rose. They say 25-year-old Christin Allday failed to yield to the oncoming vehicle. After striking the victim, the vehicle drove off. Allday was pronounced dead at a local hospital. The investigation is ongoing.

Stay safe and shop smart is the message from the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office for shoppers this holiday season. Director of the Public Protection Division, Sam Pleasant, says says if you plan on doing some holiday shopping online, be aware of look-a-like or phony websites. She says you should make sure you are on the proper website before purchasing anything online…

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Pleasant says it’s very important to protect your identity at all costs.

One of the best stories in college football this season will get national attention Saturday when the Grambling State Tigers try to complete their remarkable turnaround, by beating Southern in the Bayou Classic. Both teams are 7-and-1 in the league and Southern has won six in a row. Grambling Coach Broderick Fobbs has a lot of respect for Jaguars Head Coach Dawson Odums…

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The winner will take on Alcorn State in the SWAC Championship game.

As the holiday shopping season starts, the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office reminds shoppers to stay safe and shop smart. Director of the Public Protection Division, Sam Pleasant, says you should be very aware of suspicious looking point of sale terminals or scanning devices…

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She says you should also review your financial statements and documents frequently for unusual discrepancies.

Shoppers are hitting stores today looking for that great Black Friday deal. Louisiana Tech Marketing Professor Berry Babin says electronics will still be a hot item this holiday season. However, he says some electronics experts say the sale of tablets may be down this year…

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Retailers are optimistic that this holiday shopping season will be strong.

The U-S Environmental Protection Agency is lowering the acceptable amount of how much ozone pollution should be in the air and several metro areas in Louisiana are in jeopardy of not meeting those new standards. Governor Bobby Jindal says the new environmental regulations will kill jobs and increase energy prices. State Department of Environmental Quality spokesperson Greg Langley says they agree…

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But EPA administrator Gina McCarthy says lowering the standard will protect children and the elderly, who have trouble breathing because of ozone pollution.

The Saints will try to break that three-game losing streak Sunday when they take on the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Saints are tied with Atlanta for first in the NFC South, despite a 4-7 record. Quarterback Drew Brees says the opportunity to make the playoffs is great motivation…

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The Saints haven’t won a game since October 30th.