Two Denham Springs residents were found murdered at their pool company last night. 70-year-old Patricia Gurley and 72-year-old Frank Gurley, a retired Denham Springs teacher, were last seen alive around 4PM Monday. Police Chief Shannon Womack says he knew the Gurleys personally, and the news shocked him and the community.

Cut 14 (12) “…really hard.”

Hahnville High School QB Andrew Robison has won his arbitration hearing against the LHSAA.  The victory means the senior is eligible to play in Friday’s regular-season finale.  He’ll also continue with a lawsuit against the governing body for damages. Back in August, the LHSAA ruled Robison ineligible for the year because they claimed he was illegally recruited from Vandebilt Catholic.  Robison’s Attorney David Moyer says there was no basis in law or fact for the LHSAA to rule the way they did.

Cut 10 (09) “…of this case.”
LHSAA says they are not commenting due to pending litigation.

Monroe Representative Jay Morris is publicly calling for U.S. Senator John Kennedy to jump into next year’s governor’s race against John Bel Edwards. Morris says it’s clear Kennedy would be Edwards most formidable challenger, and the best chance to get more GOP priorities passed into law.
Cut 3 (06) “…justify later”
Kennedy says he’ll announce his 2019 intentions by December.

Early voting ended yesterday and as of last night 307-thousand people voted in person or with a mail in ballot, which JMC Analytics pollster John Couvillon says is a record for a non-Presidential election. Couvillon says the highly contentious Supreme Court hearings involving Brett Kavanaugh also led to an increase in conservative voters during the first few says of the early voting period. He says the last few days of early voting saw an increase in registered Democratic voters…

Cut 7 (10) “…election going on.”

Bama has beat LSU seven games in a row, but likely faces the toughest Tiger’s they’ve seen since the Game of the Century. Alabama coach Nick Saban says Coach O’s offense is impressive.

Cut 17 (18)  “their personnel”

Bama/LSU kicks off at 7pm Saturday.

And less than 24 hours later Louisiana will turn on a Saints game against the 8 and 0 Rams. Saints Coach Sean Peyton says 32-year-old Rams head coach Sean McVay is a wunderkind.

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game starts at 325PM Sunday.

Bad news for the Saints defense, as rookie defensive end Marcus Davenport is estimated to be out for the next month with a toe injury. It’s particularly bad timing for the athletic marvel, as he’s coming off his best game of the season, having sacked Minnesota quarterback Kirk Cousins twice in the 30-20 road victory. The pass rusher has really come on in the mid-season stretch, nabbing sacks in three of the last five games. Reports say he’s in a boot, and will be reevaluated near the end of November.

And the Pelicans hopes of stopping a two game losing streak with a win over perpetual champs Golden State have taken a hit as superstar big man Anthony Davis is questionable for tonight, having missed the last two losses after dominating the first three games of the season, which were all wins. The Warriors are coming off of an incredible performance Monday where they scored 92 points in the first half alone, and watched Guard Clay Thompson break the 3 pointer in a game record with 14, a record previously held by his teammate Steph Curry. That game kicks off at 930 tonight.

Early voting is over for the November sixth election and the Secretary of State’s office says 307-thousand ballots have already been completed. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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Police have identified the two victims of a double homicide as 70-year-old Patricia Gurly and 72-year-old Frank Gurly.  The bodies were found at a Denham Springs pool company Wednesday morning.  Law enforcement did not release the cause of death, but a spokesman for Denham Springs Police called it the most heinous crime in his career.  It is believed the persons responsible have left the state.

Monroe Representative Jay Morris is publicly calling for Senator John Kennedy to jump into the governor’s race against John Bel Edwards. Morris says he’s impressed after working with Kennedy in state government when the Senator held the Treasurer’s office and says he’s a potential candidate who would bring great administrative experience if he wins.

Cut 4 (07) “…true priorities″

Hahnville High School QB Andrew Robison has won his arbitration hearing against the LHSAA over illegal recruitment allegations.  The victory means the senior is now eligible to play in Friday’s regular-season finale.  He’ll also continue with a lawsuit against the governing body for damages. Robison’s Attorney David Moyer says schools should not be afraid to challenge the LHSAA.

Cut 11 (11) “…can be defeated.”

Hahnville High School QB Andrew Robison has won his arbitration hearing against the LHSAA over illegal recruitment allegations.  The victory means the senior is now eligible to play in Friday’s regular-season finale.  He’ll also continue with a lawsuit against the governing body for damages. Robison’s Attorney David Moyer says there was no basis in law or fact for the LHSAA to rule the way they did.

Cut 10 (09) “…of this case.”
LHSAA has not commented due to pending litigation.

Early voting ended yesterday and as of last night 307-thousand people voted in person or with a mail in ballot, which JMC Analytics pollster John Couvillon says is a record for a non-Presidential election. Couvillon says even though the Louisiana ballot lacks a marquee race, voters are aware of the November 6th election, because of hotly contested midterm elections across the country.

Cut 6 (08) “…voter turnout.”

A Monroe Representative says it’s time for Senator John Kennedy to step off the sidelines and into the 2019 governor’s race.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

Here’s a look at your commodities…

Early voting ended yesterday and as of last night 307-thousand people voted in person or with a mail in ballot, which JMC Analytics pollster John Couvillon says is a record for a non-Presidential election. Couvillon says the national climate could lead to voter participation as high as 35 percent for a state that lacks a marquee race.

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Monroe Representative Jay Morris is publicly calling for Senator John Kennedy to jump into the 2019 governor’s race against John Bel Edwards. The North Louisiana Republican says it’s clear the Senator would be Edwards’s most formidable challenger, and…

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Kennedy says he’ll announce his 2019 intentions by December.

Hahnville High School QB Andrew Robison has won his arbitration hearing against the LHSAA over illegal recruitment allegations.  The victory means the senior is now eligible to play in Friday’s regular season finale.  He’ll also continue with a lawsuit against the governing body for damages. Robison’s Attorney says they weren’t surprised by the decision, but are thrilled about it.

Cut 9 (06) “…from the beginning.”

LHSAA has not commented due to pending litigation.

Although generally a great time, Halloween can pose some risks for those that are venturing out of their home tonight. Louisiana State Police spokesperson Mike Reichardt says you can check out LSP’s website to find out where registered sex offenders live, in an effort to avoid knocking at those doors.  He adds trick or treaters should stay close to home.

Cut 12 (09)  “…or your should.”

Early voting ended yesterday and as of last night 307-thousand people voted in person or with a mail in ballot, which JMC Analytics pollster John Couvillon says is a record for a non-Presidential election. Couvillon says the highly contentious Supreme court hearings involving Brett Kavanaugh also led to an increase in conservative voters during the first few says of the early voting period and then there was an increase in registered Democratic voters…
Cut 7 (10) “…election going on.”

A DeRidder man allegedly rammed his car into his ex-wife’s house and then tried to kill her and the other occupants by dousing the vehicle in gasoline before running off. Deputy Chief Chris Rudy says the incident appeared to have started early that day with a confrontation between 49-year-old Ricky Calloway got into a confrontation at the ex’s house.
After that argument Calloway allegedly came back, hit the house, then drove the car next to his ex-wife’s bedroom, all the while screaming at other witnesses…
Cut 14 (08)   “…of the house”

It’s been 21 years since the Tigers took down a number one team in Death Valley…

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The French Settlement Chief of Police and his wife have both been arrested following a traffic stop on a marked police department vehicle.  The vehicle was being driven by Tammy Brignac, the wife of police chief Harry Brignac, who was driving on a suspended license.  The chief admitted to knowingly instructing his wife to drive, and has been charged with malfeasance in office.

Enhanced thunderstorm activity in the bayou state cause some ghosts and ghouls to purge their trick or treating plans this evening.  Kevin Barnhart has the details.

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 It’s been 21 years since the Tigers took down a number one team in Death Valley…

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Louisiana State Police have some tips for making sure your Halloween is both fun and safe.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

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Wicked weather is brewing as a front to the northwest of the state will move into  Louisiana today, bringing with it enhanced thunderstorm activity.  State Climatologist Barry Keim says the timing of the rain may spook some in the northern portions of the state during prime time for trick or treating, possibly causing some to purge their evening plans.

Cut 4 (12) “…across northern parishes.”

Temps are expected to be in the mid to upper sixties in the northern parishes.

Keim says southern portions of the state will see temps in the upper seventies and will not see the severe weather until later, so trick or treaters are advised to head out early in order to conjure up some candy.

Cut 5 (12) “…across the south.” 

Keim says that some of the conditions that come with the storm activity may be downright scary.

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The last time the Tigers beat a number one team at home was 21 years ago when they toppled Florida, and this Saturday night they’ll have a chance to repeat that magic against Nick Saban and the Tide. Herb Tyler, who quarterbacked that 97’ team says Bama may look unstoppable, but the Tigers have something no one else has…

Cut 7 (11) “…gunna like.”

Tyler threw for 172 yards and ran for two touchdowns for 14^th ranked LSU in the 28-21 upset.

The Purple and Gold nation might be optimistic, but Vegas sure isn’t, marking the Tigers as 14 point underdogs, even at home and ranked number four. Tyler says the good news is, it’s likely most of the players don’t know and don’t care what Vegas thinks…

Cut 8 (12) “…a W.”

Bama has a 52 to 25 lead in the all-time series going back to their first game in 1895, which was a Tiger victory. They’re riding a seven-game win streak in recent years over LSU, but Tyler says you can tell there’s something different about this team than last few…

Cut 9 (09) “…as well.”

The game kicks off at 7PM.

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Although generally a great time, Halloween can pose some risks for those that are venturing out of their home tomorrow night.  Whether you are walking around looking for candy or just simply driving from point A to point B, it’s important to keep your head on a swivel.  Louisiana State Police spokesperson Mike Reichart says to make sure the little ghouls and goblins are visible in the dark.

Cut 10 (06)   “…people can see.“

Reichart says if you are driving, you definitely need to be more mindful of small pedestrians.

Cut 11 (06)   “…in the road.”

Reichart says you can check out LSP’s website to find out where registered sex offenders live, in an effort to avoid knocking at those doors.  He adds trick or treaters should stay close to home.

Cut 12 (09)  “…or your should.”

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A DeRidder man allegedly rammed his car into his ex-wife’s house and then tried to kill her and the other occupants by dousing the vehicle in gasoline before running off. Deputy Chief Chris Rudy says the incident appeared to have started early that day with a confrontation between 49-year-old Ricky Calloway got into a confrontation at the ex’s house.

Cut 13 (11)   “…by the house”

After that argument Calloway allegedly came back, hit the house, then drove the car next to his ex-wife’s bedroom, all the while screaming at other witnesses…

Cut 14 (08)   “…of the house”

Rudy says they aren’t sure exactly what triggered this violent escalation, but after he crashed into the home, he allegedly tried to kill his ex in a fairly odd, and ultimately unsuccessful fashion…

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Calloway is still being sought by authorities on attempted First-Degree-Murder, anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers.

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Alabama Football Coach Nick Saban calls the LSU 7-and-1 Tigers an elite football team. And Saban adds a seven-game winning streak against the Bayou Bengals, doesn’t guarantee a win this Saturday

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During this seven-game winning streak, LSU has been shutout twice and the most points they’ve scored in any of those games is 17. But Saban says LSU’s offense provides his defense with more challenges this year…

Cut 17 (18)  “their personnel”

A wild atmosphere is expected Saturday night in Tiger Stadium. It will be a new experience for sophomore quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, but Saban is optimistic he can handle it…

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The eyes of the football universe will be on Southeast Louisiana this weekend as both LSU and the Saints play huge games with massive playoff implications, and everybody, Black and Gold included will be watching that Tiger/Tide matchup. Saints Coach Sean Peyton it being Louisiana, he knows the players are gonna throw back a few and stay up late watching LSU, thankfully…

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And they’ll be facing the undefeated Rams, who come into New Orleans at 8-0 on the back on a nail-biter against Green Bay. Los Angeles sports the top running game in the league behind former Georgia Bulldog Todd Gurley, and sixth best Defense. Peyton credits that to the brilliant Rams head coach Sean McVay, whose seven years younger than Drew Brees.

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The game LSU game kicks off at 7PM Saturday, and the Saints start at 325PM Sunday.

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Spokesperson for the transportation research group TRIP, Rocky Moretti says fixing all of the bridge issues is not something that can happen overnight and it’ll take funding from all levels of government.

Cut 7 (09) “…bridges in Louisiana.”
DOTD responded, saying just because a bridge is rated structurally deficient, doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drive on.

The United Cajun Navy will provide protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. 11 people died in the Saturday morning massacre by alleged shooter Robert Bowers. United Cajun Navy spokepersonBrian Trascher says they are inspired in part by an Islamic donation effort that raised 150,000 dollars for the victims.

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State Police asked the public to look for a Chevy that had damage to its right headlight, right bumper area and hood.

Over a million dollars in drugs were seized in Lafayette in one of the biggest busts in Parish history. The bust led to the arrest of three people and the discovery of 11.9 pounds of methamphetamine, enough for thousands of doses. Due to the level of danger involved in such a high profile drug bust,Lafayette Parish Sheriff Office spokesperson Lt. Mowell says they had to break out the big guns to take down the two locations.

Cut 13 (11) “…marcotics.“

A 28-year-old LaPlace man has been charged in a fatal hit and run that occurred on October 20th. Investigators say 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace was  hit by vehicle while walking on L-A 628. L-S-P spokesperson Melissa Matey says Charles Combetta not only accused of driving away after striking the victim, he also tried to destroy any evidence.

Cut 10 (10) “…were damaged.”

The United Cajun Navy will provide protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. United Cajun Navy spokesperson Brian Trascher says they will provide an unarmed lookout service to keep an eye out for suspicious behavior around the houses of worship.

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The United Cajun Navy says it’s a standing invitation over the next few weeks or months for any south Louisiana Jewish congregation that would like the support.

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Spokesperson for the transportation research group TRIP, Rocky Moretti, says precautions are being taken with some of these bridges in order to extend structural lifespans.
Cut 6 (10) “…can remain open.”
DOTD responded, saying just because a bridge is rated structurally deficient, doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drive on.

A 28-year-old LaPlace man has been charged in a fatal hit and run that occurred on October 20th. Investigators say 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace was  hit by vehicle while walking on L-A 628. L-S-P spokesperson Melissa Matey says they believe Charles Combetta was the man who hit Simoneaux

Cut 9 (08) “…from the public.”

Matey says Combetta not only drove away after striking Simoneaux, he also tried to destroy any evidence

Over a million dollars in drugs were seized in Lafayette in one of the biggest busts in Parish history. The bust led to the arrest of three people and the discovery of 11.9 pounds of methamphetamine, enough for thousands of doses. Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Lt. John Mowell says the seizures were made at two locations.

Cut 12 (11)   “…out of.”

He says the majority of the meth was seized at the business location.

The United Cajun Navy will provide protection to a few south Louisiana synagogues while tensions are high after the Pittsburgh terror attack on a Jewish congregation. Media Coordinator Brian Trascher says they are inspired in part by an Islamic donation effort that raised 150,000 dollars for the victims.

Cut 4 (07) “…differences″

11 people died in the Saturday morning massacre by alleged shooter Robert Bowers.

Over a million dollars in drugs were seized in Lafayette in one of the biggest busts in Parish history. The bust led to the arrest of three people and the discovery of 11.9 pounds of methamphetamine, enough for thousands of doses, and Lafayette Parish Sheriff Lt. John Mowell says it wasn’t just meth.

Cut 14 (10) “…paraphernalia.”

35-year-old Shawn Labbe and 30-year-old Ana Smith were hit with Distribution charges, and 59-year-old Dallas Bourque was charged with Possession.

A new report shows 14 percent of bridges in Louisiana are structurally deficient, with a need for rehabilitation or possibly even replacement.  Spokesperson for the transportation research group TRIP, Rocky Moretti, says  fixing all of the bridge issues is not something that can happen overnight.

Cut 7 (09) “…bridges in Louisiana.”

DOTD responded, saying just because a bridge is rated structurally deficient, doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drive on.

A 28-year-old LaPlace man has been charged in a fatal hit and run that occurred on October 20th. Investigators say 55-year-old Danny Simoneaux of LaPlace was  hit by vehicle while walking on L-A 628. L-S-P spokesperson Melissa Matey says thats not all.

Cut 10 (10) “…were damaged.”