The Sunshine Bridge is still on course for its January reopening after the bridge was closed due to a barge carrying a crane colliding with the structure last month. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says the arrival of the jacking system to realign the bridge ensures the momentum is moving forward to hitting the anticipated reopening time frame.

Cut 4 (08) “…as it should.″

The Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine has received a 10-million dollar donation from Herman and hsi wife Connier Soong. Vet School Senior Director of Development Tracy Evans says the money will fund several initiatives including a scholarship for underrepresented students at the SVM, but all started when Connie Soong pledged two million dollars to help care for local animals in need.

Cut 13 (06) “…adopted out.”

A tornado watch is in effect for the north portion of the state until 11PM. A line of rough thunderstorms is impacting north and central Louisiana primarily that started this afternoon and continues into the night. Multiple tornadoes touched down in the state last week, including two EF-2 rated twisters in Washington Parish. National Weather Service Meteorologist Aaron Davis says that kind of damage is unlikely this time around…

Cut 10 (10)   “…tornado threat“
Dangerous winds, and not heavy rains, have been cited as the primary threat from this system.  Large hail is also a possibility with this system.

Monroe Police have made an arrest in connection with the multiple bomb threats called into medical facilities in North Louisiana.  The multi-agency investigation resulted in the arrest of 28 year old Pauline Copeland, who authorities says appears to suffer from mental illness.   Copeland will be charged with two counts of terrorizing and booked into the Ouachita Parish Correctional Facility.

The Sunshine Bridge is still on course for its January reopening after the bridge was closed due to a barge carrying a crane colliding with the structure last month. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says a jacking system has arrived that will allow the installation of a replacement chord that was a main load bearing component of the bridge.

Cut 3 (09) “…of that bridge.”

The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine receives the largest commitment in school history, and the eight largest gift in LSU Foundation history. That’s after a 10.1 million dollar endowment from the Soong family, who SVM Senior Director of Development Tracy Evans says developed a close bond with the school after it cared for their two Chihuahuas.

Cut 12 (07)   “…vet school”

A tornado watch is in effect for the north portion of the state until 11PM. A line of rough thunderstorms is impacting north and central Louisiana primarily that started this afternoon and continues into the night. National Weather Service Shreveport meteorologist Aaron Davis says heavy winds will run through the night, but at least it won’t be as bad as last Wednesday.

Cut 9 (09) “…enhanced risk.”
Dangerous winds, and not heavy rains, have been cited as the primary threat from this system.

A 31-year-old Iowa man is dead after being struck by the vehicle of an on-duty Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s deputy on LA Hwy 3020.  LSP Spokesperson Trooper Thomas Gossen says the incident is still under investigation and says the pedestrian later died at a medical facility.  The deputy was not injured.

Cut 7 (10) “…lighting at all.”

LSU’s School of Veterinary Medicine receives a 10.1 million dollar commitment from a family who fell in love with the institution after it cared for their two Chihuahuas.

Cut 2 (30) “Im Matt Doyle”  

Many will be heading to the polls tomorrow as it is Election Day.  Louisiana voters can cast their ballots starting as early as 6am.  Among the issues on the ballot, the special election for the Secretary of State’s seat, six constitutional amendments, whether or not fantasy sports betting should be legalized in each parish, and congressional races, and a slew of local issues.  The polls close at 8PM.

The Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish is still on course for its January reopening after the bridge was closed due to a barge carrying a crane colliding with the structure last month. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett recommends that drivers leave a little early for their commute as well as take advantage of the Commuter Krewe app for those that choose to car pool.

Cut 5 (08)  “…know it’s an inconvenience.” 

A line of rough thunderstorms will begin impacting north and central Louisiana primarily by the early afternoon hours today. It’s been a nasty start to the fall season, but National Weather Service Shreveport meteorologist Aaron Davis says that doesn’t mean we’ll be enduring months of bad weather.

Cut 11 (10) “…way early.”

Large hail is also a possibility with this system.

DOTD says a jacking system has arrived that will used in the repairs of the Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish, which has been closed for nearly a month.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 1 (33) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

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LSU’s School of Veterinary Medicine receives a 10.1 million dollar commitment from a family who fell in love with the institution after it cared for their two Chihuahuas.

Cut 2 (30) “Im Matt Doyle”  

The Sunshine Bridge is still on course for its January reopening after the bridge was closed due to a barge carrying a crane colliding with the structure last month. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says the recent arrival of a jacking system to realign the bridge ensures the momentum is moving forward to hitting the anticipated reopening time frame.

Cut 4 (08) “…as it should.″

The Saints won their seventh straight yesterday, holding off Los Angeles 45-35 in front of an energetic Superdome crowd. New Orleans led 35-17 at halftime. But the Rams rallied back to tie it in the 4th quarter. Saints regained the lead on a 72-yard touchdown catch by Michael Thomas. Coach Sean Payton…

Cut 14 (10)   “pass protection.”

A line of rough thunderstorms will begin impacting north and central Louisiana primarily by the early afternoon hours today. National Weather Service Shreveport meteorologist Aaron Davis says heavy winds will run through the night, but at least it won’t be as bad as last Wednesday.

Cut 9 (09) “…enhanced risk.”
Dangerous winds, and not heavy rains, have been cited as the primary threat from this system.

A 31-year-old Iowa man is dead after being struck by the vehicle of an on-duty Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s deputy on LA Hwy 3020.  LSP Spokesperson Trooper Thomas Gossen says the incident is still under investigation and says the pedestrian later died at a medical facility.  The deputy was not injured.

Cut 7 (10) “…lighting at all.”

The Sunshine Bridge is still on course for its January reopening after the bridge was closed due to a barge carrying a crane colliding with the structure last month. DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says a jacking system has arrived that will allow the installation of a replacement chord that was a main load bearing component of the bridge.

Cut 3 (09) “…of that bridge.”

Mallet says commuters should check out to Commuter Krewe App for carpooling options.

A 31-year-old Iowa man is dead after being struck by the vehicle of an on-duty Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s deputy on LA Hwy 3020.  LSP Spokesperson Trooper Thomas Gossen says the incident is still under investigation, but it appears the victim was walking in the middle of the roadway.

Cut 6 (10) “…and was struck.”

It was an exciting weekend of football in Louisiana as LSU and the Saints combined to score 45 points, but unfortunately for the Tigers all 45 came Sunday in the Dome as the Saints put on a show against the previously undefeated LA Rams. The night before the Bayou State was treated to only 196 yards of total offense from LSU who lost 29-0. Tiger’s coach Ed Orgeron says that Bama D was downright nasty.

Cut 16 (10) “.we can do

Alabama has now won eight straight games in this series, but LSU will hope their 8^th ranked recruiting class this year will bring the firepower next year to take down the Tide in Tuscaloosa.

Tomorrow you’ll have a chance to weigh in on whether or not the state should require unanimous jury verdicts in felony cases, amendment two on the ballot. The option passed the House 84 to 15 and has received widespread bi-partisan support behind a message that former District Attorney Ed Tarpley says is clear.

Cut 4 (11) “…in Louisiana.”

Supporters like Tarpley say the law is racist in nature and has a disproportionate effect on minority defendants who lose the ability to have a jury of their peers, but Livingston, Tanigpahoa and Helena DA Scott Perrilloux says that’s not true, and that a 1972 court case settled the issue.

Cut 6 (05) “…it’s legal.”

Apodaca vs. Oregon went 4-1-4 and required federal courts to use unanimous juries, but not state courts.

Voters head to the polls tomorrow, but the campaigns for the only statewide race on the ballot have not had the visibility to voters.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 2 (28) ”I’m Kevin Barnhart.” 

And despite tough times in Tiger Stadium, the Dome was rockin as the Saints jump to the number one seed in the NFC after defeating the previously unbeaten LA Rams. The win means the road to the Super Bowl in the NFC currently runs through NOLA, QB Drew Brees.

Cut 15 (10)   “…win obviously”

Third-ranked LSU hosts top ranked Alabama as the unstoppable force meets the immovable object at Death Valley today.  LSU has quite the task on its hands as they attempt to defy the odds and topple Nick Saban and the Tuscaloosa empire.  Analyst Mike Detillier says compares Bama’s QB to Peyton Manning and another quarterback the Bayou State is quite fond of.

Cut 13 (09) “…of Drew Brees.”

The price at the pump has seen a decline.  The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline is $2.47 in Louisiana today, down three cents from yesterday, nine cents since last week, and nearly sixteen cents since last month.  Gas Buddy.com fuel analyst Dan McTeague says we may see the price continue to drop even further.

Cut 3 (05) “…really welcomed news.”

Congressman Ralph Abraham has a suite of new campaign ads airing across south Louisiana markets that don’t have many voters from his more northern and central district. Abraham has publicly waxed about the idea of running for governor, and reports say he’s giving it a hard look, but ULM Poli Sci Professor Joshua Stockley says like most GOP candidates, he’s likely anxiously awaiting a decision from Senator John Kennedy, the presumed frontrunner. Stockley says there’s good reason for that.

Cut 10 (07)   “…Republican contest“

The New Orleans Archdiocese has released the names of 57 priests dating back to 1917 who had credible allegations of child sexual abuse against them while in the ministry. Archbishop Gregory Aymond did not note how many claims were deemed un-credible, but says in order to move forward the church needed to address the issue.

Cut 7 (10) “…justice.”

The price of pump has seen a decline in Louisiana.  Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Jeff Palermo”

Third-ranked LSU hosts top ranked Alabama as the unstoppable force meets the immovable object at Death Valley today.  LSU has quite the task on its hands as they attempt to defy the odds and topple Nick Saban and the Tuscaloosa empire.  Analyst Mike Detillier says Bama’s O-line is one to be reckoned with on the gridiron.

Cut 12 (07)   “…last ten years”

The New Orleans Archdiocese has released the names of 57 priests dating back to 1917 who had credible allegations of child sexual abuse against them while in the ministry. Archbishop Gregory Aymond says they voluntarily released the list to help facilitate the healing process for victims and parishioners in New Orleans.

Cut 6 (09) “…to freedom.”

Congressman Ralph Abraham has a suite of new campaign ads airing across south Louisiana markets that don’t have many voters from his more northern and central district. ULM Poli Sci Professor Joshua Stockley says it’s likely to boost his name recognition statewide for a potential run at governor if the political winds shift on Tuesday.

Cut 9 (10) “…clout.”

The New Orleans Archdiocese has released the names of dozens of priests who they say credible allegations of child sexual abuse against them dating back to 1917. Matt Doyle has more…
Voicer 2 (30) “NOLA-catholic-church-dot-org”

A Lafayette TV station reports the Louisiana Attorney General has received four criminal complaints involving catholic clergy and correspondences from constituents expressing support for a statewide grand jury. The A-G’s office adds they’ve responded to each of the victims and law enforcement in the parish were notified of the alleged crimes.

Gas prices have been falling and they are expected to decline for the next couple of weeks. That’s according to Dan McTeague, who is an analyst with Gas-Buddy-dot-com…
cut 5 (11) “….take full effect”
McTeague says the price of gasoline has fallen about 10-cents in the last week to a statewide average of $2.47.

So how can LSU slow down Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa tomorrow night. Football analyst Mike Detillier says the Tigers need to bring pressure up the middle…
cut 14 (12) “…running the football”
Alabama leads the SEC in total offense and they are number on in scoring in the nation at 54-points a game.