State Police releases a report detailing concerns by a counselor in 2014 that former Livingston Parish SWAT Commander Dennis Perkins was engaging in “grooming” with a young girl that would prep her for future abuse. Perkins and his wife were arrested last week on numerous child sex crimes charges, and Perkins has been fired from LPSO.

Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard spoke earlier in the day before the new revelations came out, defending his office’s decision to retain Perkins in 2013 after a Baton Rouge officer personally reported inappropriate conduct against his step-daughter outlined in the State Police report. Ard blamed the BR cop for coming to him personally instead of filing a paper report, and deflected blame for Perkins’ continued employment to other groups as well…

Cut 4 (11) “…years ago”

The Sheriff says there are no reports of incidents or allegations against Perkins’ in his official file.

Four contractors are expected to submit bids by Friday with their plans on how to clear the site of the Hard Rock Hotel collapse. New Orleans Fire Chief Tim McConnell says the responsibility of taking down the building is on the property owner, but the city has been hands-on with the analysis of the demolition plans.

Cut 7 (09) “…an active investigation.”

The building collapsed on October 12^th, killing three and injuring numerous others.

LSU will likely be the number one team in the Associated Press Top 25 poll when they visit second-ranked Alabama on November ninth. But Coach Ed Orgeron says they are not paying attention to the current rankings.

Cut 9 (11)  “…towards that”

The hype is just starting to build on this potential number one versus number two match-up.

Livingston Sheriff Jason Ard defends his decision to employ Dennis Perkins, who is in jail on sex crime charges. Matt Doyle reports Ard had a combative press conference with reporters today about an incident that happened with another child in 2013…

Cut 1 (30) “…Matt Doyle”

The Alabama Fan who poisoned the iconic Auburn University trees and Louisiana resident Harvey Updyke was a no show in court today. Updyke who lives in Albany, Louisiana was due in Lee County, Alabama for failure to pay restitution. Updyke posted on his facebook page that he was taking a bus from Louisiana to Alabama on Tuesday to appear in court and he was expected to be jailed. He has only paid $6,900 of the court-ordered $800-thousand.

LSU will likely be the number one team in the Associated Press Top 25 poll when they visit second-ranked Alabama on November ninth. Last year, Alabama shutout LSU in Tiger Stadium. But Nick Saban says the Tigers are completely different offense…

Cut 12 (11) “…at it” 

The nation’s report card indicates Louisiana has made the more improvements than any other state in 8^th grade math. Eighth graders were ranked 48^th for math. State Superintendent of Education John White says among the challenges to tackle in Louisiana is attracting STEM teachers to the education field.

Cut 14 (11) “…to the classroom.”

However among ACT scores in the state fell from 45^th to 49^th.

Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard addresses reporters about the arrest of his former SWAT commander Dennis Perkins. Perkins and his wife are in jail on child sex crime charges. A Baton Rouge TV station has uncovered a 2013 incident involving alleging improper behavior by Perkins against a Baton Rouge officer’s step-child. Ard says he blames the BR cop for not filing an official complaint.
Cut 3 (10)   “investigation.” Four contractors are expected to submit bids by Friday with their plans on how to clear the site of the Hard Rock Hotel collapse.  New Orleans Fire Chief Tim McConnell says an exact timeline on demolition is unclear.

Cut 6 (10) “…every single day.”

The nation’s report card indicates Louisiana has made the more improvements than any other state in 8^th grade math. However, the state dropped from 45^th to 49^th on the ACT, Louisiana is one of 15 states requiring all high school students to take the ACT and ranked 13^th among those, only ahead of Mississippi and Nevada. State Superintendent of Education John White says those results are a letdown.

Cut 15 (11) “…better next year.”

The number one ranked LSU Tigers will play the second-ranked Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa on November 9^th. Alabama Coach Nick Saban says Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be a game-time decision after undergoing surgery last week to correct a high ankle sprain. Saban says he’s well aware of the challenge LSU presents

Cut 11 (12) “successful.”

Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard speaks publicly, defending his decision to keep SWAT Commander Dennis Perkins on staff. Perkins and his wife are accused of sex crimes involving children. WBRZ uncovered a 2011 restraining order filed against Perkins over allegedly using his LPSO vehicle to stalk someone. Ard says they have no record of it.

Cut 5 (11) “by that”

WBRZ reports the restraining order was stamped received.

Four contractors are expected to submit bids by Friday with plans on how to clear the site of the Hard Rock Hotel collapse.  New Orleans Fire Chief Tim McConnell says public safety priority, but there is still a focus on how to recover the two bodies that remain inside the structure.

Cut 8 (10) “…about doing that.”

According to the nation’s report card, Louisiana has seen more improvement in eighth-grade math than any other state. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

cut  2 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”   

A Monroe man is charged with seven counts of assisting escape and accessory after the fact in the escape of seven men from the Richland Parish Detention Center.  38-year old Trevor Toney is accused of helping seven inmates during their escape to Ouachita Parish on Monday. Investigators say Toney helped the inmates force their way out of the facility and then paid for a hotel room for them. All seven have been booked in the Ouachita Correctional Center as fugitives from justice.

LPB hosts the only run-off debate of the governor’s race tonight starting at 7PM. Matt Doyle has a preview…

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle” 

Over 5,600 have signed an online petition requesting the cancellation of classes for Rapides Parish public and private schools on Friday. Parents and kids are saying students need a day to rest after ingesting large amounts of candy and coming down from a sugar high following Halloween fun on Thursday night.

Louisiana is in for a stormy day today.  State Climatologist Barry Keim says it’s just the beginning of a bumpy ride of different weather conditions the state can expect over the next few days.

Cut 13 (12) “…state of Louisiana.”

Expect cold temps tomorrow as this evening, a cold front is going to sweep across Louisiana.

Parents have a new app to keep their kids safe, Safe Virtual Neighborhoods, which lets them know when a sex offender tries to contact their children. St. Charles Sheriff Greg Champagne says all parents need to do is download the app and plug-in their children’s information and they’ll be forwarded any alerts.

Cut 4 (13) “child.”

The app was developed by Covington based Offenderwatch.

LSU-Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow says don’t expect President Trump to visit the state for a run-off rally to hype up Eddie Rispone until after November 9^th, but assuming the President visits sometime between November 9^th and the 16^th, the Commander in Chief is likely to hold court in north Louisiana.

Cut 5 (06) “Rispone.”

President Trump has a 52 percent approval rating as of Monday’s JMC Analytics poll.

The NCAA says it will develop so athletes can make money off their name, image and likeness. Tiger Rag Magazine assistant editor Tyler Nunez says with all of the money that football and basketball produces for schools, it’s time for players to see their cut…

Cut 14 (13) “…dramatic way”

The NCAA says it must embrace change to provide the best possible experience for college athletes.

Joe Burrow’s record-breaking season at LSU has some NFL scouts salivating over the prospect of making the fifth-year senior the new face of their franchise next year. NFL Analyst Mike Detillier says the Tiger’s captain is clearly in the first-round conversation, and likely being looked at by teams like the Bengals, Dolphins, and Broncos…

Cut 9 (09)  “…Oregon”

Burrow has thrown for 2,800 yards and 30 TDS while completing 79 percent of his passes this year.

A fire destroys the Livingston Parish home of a murder suspect that is currently in jail.  The home of Errol Hicks burned down Monday.  State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says it appears no one was inside the structure at the time of the fire.

Cut 8 (09) “…occupying the home.”

Livingston Parish Fire Protection districts 6, 7, and 4 worked to combat the blaze before 4am Monday.

A few mock drafts show LSU quarterback Joe Burrow as a number one pick in the NFL draft next April. Jeff Palermo on the fifth-year senior’s rise up the draft boards…

cut  2 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”   

The NCAA announced today that it will allow its athletes to benefit from the use of their name, image and likeness. In a news release, the governing body said it must embrace change to provide the best possible experience for college athletes. The NCAA says it will develop rules and put them in place by January 2021.

 
President Trump says he’ll be back in Louisiana before the November 16^th run-off to rally support for Eddie Rispone. LSU-Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow says there won’t be early voting period visits from the President because the kinds of people who early vote don’t really need any more encouragement, and usually can’t be swayed.

Cut 4 (09) “…ago.”

Vice President Mike Pence made a trip to Baton Rouge Monday, but it wasn’t a rally, it was a 5,000 dollar a plate fundraiser for Rispone.

A fire destroys the Livingston Parish home of a murder suspect that is currently in jail.  The home of Errol Hicks burned down Monday.  State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says investigators indicate there is a wide range of possibilities as to what sparked the fire.

Cut 7 (10) “…or the other.”

President Trump says he’ll be back in Louisiana before the November 16^th run-off to rally support for Eddie Rispone, but it’s unclear as to when, or where that will be. LSU-Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow thinks Trump will return after the November 9^th early voting period ends…

Cut 3 (09)   “…dissipate.” 

The President’s last visit to the state was an October the 11^th primary eve night trip to Lake Charles.

Joe Burrow is starting to feature at the top of mock drafts as a result of his record breaking year at LSU. Bama’s Tua Tagovialoa was the consensus top-rated player heading into the season, but NFL Analyst Mike Detillier says Burrow could surpass him if the right team likes his match in their system.

Cut 10 (12) “…quarterback.”

Ohio State defensive end Chase Young is now regarded as the top overall rated player in college, but the top of this year’s draft will be full of QB needy teams.

The NCAA says it will develop so athletes can make money off their name, image and likeness. Tiger Rag Magazine assistant editor Tyler Nunez says it remains to be seen how this will work…

Cut 12 (08) “…want to” 

The NCAA has long been resistant to paying college athletes as they’ve wanted to protect their amateur status. 

A fire destroys the Livingston Parish home of a murder suspect that is currently in jail.  The home of Errol Hicks burned down Monday.  State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says the blaze was a very destructive fire making the investigation a challenging one.

Cut 6 (10) “…their investigative efforts”

Hicks is facing a second-degree murder charge stemming from an act of domestic violence for the September death of Carol Hutchinson.

President Trump says he’ll be back in Louisiana before the November 16^th run-off to rally support for Eddie Rispone. LSU-Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow says don’t expect the President to arrive any time soon. Sadow says assuming the President visits sometime between November 9^th and the 16^th, the Commander in Chief is likely to hold court in north Louisiana.
Cut 5 (06) “Rispone.”
President Trump has a 52 percent approval rating as of Monday’s JMC Analytics poll.
Joe Burrow’s record-breaking season at LSU has some NFL scouts salivating over the prospect of making the fifth-year senior the new face of their franchise next year. NFL Analyst Mike Detillier says the Tiger’s captain is clearly in the first-round conversation, and likely being looked at by teams like the Bengals, Dolphins, and Broncos…
Cut 9 (09)  “…Oregon”

A fire destroys the Livingston Parish home of a murder suspect that is currently in jail.  The home of Errol Hicks burned down Monday.  State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says investigators indicate there is a wide range of possibilities as to what sparked the fire.

Cut 7 (10) “…or the other.”

Hicks is facing a second-degree murder charge stemming from an act of domestic violence for the September death of Carol Hutchinson.
The Saints and Falcons have the most intense rivalry in the NFL, according to knowrivalry.com, a project of professors from West Carolina and Northern Kentucky Universities. Contributing fans are given 100 points to distribute among teams they believe their team has the biggest beef with. West Carolina Professor David Tyler…

Cut 13 (10) “…highest aggregate score.”

President Trump says he’ll be back in Louisiana before the November 16^th run-off to rally support for Eddie Rispone, but it’s still unclear as to when, or where that will be. LSU Shreveport Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow says there likely won’t be early voting period visits from the President because the kinds of people who early vote don’t really need any more encouragement, and usually can’t be swayed.

Cut 4 (09) “…ago.”

Vice President Mike Pence made a trip to Baton Rouge Monday, but it wasn’t a rally, it was a 5,000 dollar a plate fundraiser for Rispone.

A fire destroys the Livingston Parish home of a murder suspect, Errol Hicks, that is currently in jail.  State Fire Marshal spokesperson Ashley Rodrigue says the blaze was a very destructive fire making the investigation a challenging one.

Cut 6 (10) “…their investigative efforts”

Livingston Parish Fire Protection districts 6, 7, and 4 worked to combat the blaze before 4 am Monday.

Trick-or-treaters may be visiting homes with blue bucket pumpkins looking for candy. What does the blue color signify? Kevin Barnhart has the details.

Cut 1 (30) “I”m Kevin Barnhart”