Newly re-elected Senator John Kennedy says he is considering running for governor next year, despite the state GOP emphatically backing Attorney General Jeff Landry. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says Kennedy’s announcement has the logic of numbers behind it…:
Cut 7 (11) “…voters in the state.”
In a poll paid for by Kennedy, it shows he leads a large field of candidates receiving 21-percent of the vote, Attorney General Jeff Landry was the nearest Republican at 13-percent.

An LSU Health New Orleans Study finds its Level One Trauma Center in New Orleans suffered 20-million dollar financial loss for treating firearm injuries during a four-year period. Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery Doctor Christopher Marrero says taxpayers bear the economic burden of these firearm injuries…
cut 6 (09) “….taxpayers”

An inmate survives after jumping from the third story of a parking deck during an escape attempt. Brooke Thorington has more from the Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

An investigation is underway into the death of Carlos Thomas, the father of former LSU star and current Buccaneers linebacker Devin White. Thomas was in custody of the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office as an inmate awaiting trial on federal charges when he lost consciousness on his way to the hospital after complaining of severe back pain. He died a short time later.

Senator John Kennedy says he’s thinking about running for Governor next year and will decide soon. How might that affect a race the state Republican Party wants Jeff Landry to win? Kevin Gallagher has more…:
Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

You will have to pay more to cook a Thanksgiving dinner. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a turkey costs almost 17-percent more than a year ago, eggs are up 43-percent, butter almost 27-percent and potatoes are 15-percent higher.

An LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine study indicates a huge financial loss from treating gun violence patients. Firearm injuries cost its Level One trauma center more than $ 20 million over a four-year period. Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Christopher Marrero says when victims of firearm-related injuries can not pay their medical expenses, the hospitals write off unpaid medical bills as medical losses and that cost trickles down to you….
Cut 4 (12) “…these losses.”

Construction kicked off Monday in Broussard to begin the Ambassador Caffery Interchange and a future 1-49 south project. Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson…
Cut 13 (09) “…interstate standards.”

Senator John Kennedy announced today he’s seriously considering running for governor next year. Kennedy was re-elected last week to a second term in the U-S Senate, but Democrats will keep control of the Senate. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Kennedy will decide based on his own political ambitions and instincts…

Cut 5 (14) “…can or cannot do” 

On the same day a grand jury convenes in North Louisiana to consider charges against state troopers in the 2019 beating death of Black motorist Ronald Greene, his mother Mona Hardin addresses lawmakers at a legislative committee investigating Greene’s death.

Cut 9 (09)  “…a damn thing.

Pope John Paul the Second High School in Slidell is mourning the death of 16-year-old Christian Tullis who was killed in a car crash on I-12 Friday night. His sister Ali Tullis played in the Division four state championship game in Lafayette Saturday without her grieving father and mother who are both coaches.

Cut 14 (13)  “…love you forever.” 

A 3.0 earthquake was felt early Sunday afternoon in Caddo Parish. Geophysicist Paul Caruso with the US Geological Service describes what residents experienced during Sunday’s quake.

Cut 8 (06)  “…vibration.“

This is the second earthquake in the area in just over a year and a half. In 2021 a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was reported on April Fools.

The mother of Ronald Greene voiced her frustration to lawmakers investigating the State Police custody death of her son because no one’s been held accountable…:

CUT 02(29)      “…Thorington.”

Former Baton Rouge University High football standout Michael Hollins is recovering from gunshot wounds sustained in the shooting at the University of Virginia. Three UVA football players were killed. Hollins and one other survived the shooting. A suspect is in custody. Hollins is in stable condition following a surgery.

In a statement released this morning, Senator John Kennedy says he is considering entering the 2023 race for governor.  Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat thinks the Democrat’s victories in the Senate will influence Kennedy’s decision…:

CUT 03(10)      “…Republican legislature.”

Political analyst, TV and radio host Roy Fletcher says the state GOP went off half-cocked when it endorsed Jeff Landry…:

CUT 04(10)      “…talked to him.”

Kennedy won reelection to the Senate with 62 percent of the vote.

Deputies in Rapides Parish say an inmate being transported from court to jail, tried to escape by leaping from a parking garage. The handcuffed and shackled man fell three floors; landing on a sidewalk. He is alive, and being treated at an Alexandria hospital. An investigation into how he got loose is underway.

On the same day a grand jury convenes in North Louisiana to consider charges against state troopers in the 2019 beating death of Black motorist Ronald Greene, his mom Mona Hardin talked with state lawmakers. She says she wants those who covered up what happened to Ronald held accountable…:

CUT 10(16)      “…crime is.”

The grand jury heard evidence today. We’re await8ing their findings.

Students at Pope John Paul II High in Slidell mourn the death of 16-year-old classmate Christian Tullos; killed in a crash with a big rig. Christian’s sister Ali is on the school volleyball team…:

CUT 13  (06)        “…Minecraft kid.”

Tullos vehicle slammed in to rear of the 18-wheeler on I-12 in St. Tammany Parish Saturday. The crash is under investigation.

This morning Senator John Kennedy revealed he is considering running for governor next year. Within hours the Louisiana GOP reminded people they already have a candidate…:

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Police in Bossier City were called out to a home after a homeless man discovered some suspicious bones inside a house. After getting a warrant from the owner, they took a look and found the bones…which were from a turkey.

Deputies in Rapides Parish say an inmate being transported from court to jail, tried to escape by leaping from a parking garage. The handcuffed and shackled man fell three floors; landing on a sidewalk. He is alive, and being treated at an Alexandria hospital. An investigation into how he got loose is underway.

In a statement released this morning, Senator John Kennedy says he is considering entering the 2023 race for governor. Within a short time, the Louisiana Republican Party doubled down on its endorsement of Attorney General Jeff Landry. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the overwhelming support Kennedy received in his reelection last week sets him up well to be a leading candidate for governor…:

CUT 06(08)      “…statewide.”

Kennedy gathered 62-prevent of the popular vote in the November 8^th election. Should he run for governor and not win, he can still be the state’s U.S. Senator.

Caddo Parish residents were not imaging the felt the earth move Sunday; it did. Especially near the town of Blanchard. Geophysicist Paul Caruso with the US Geological Service confirms it…:

CUT 07(10)      “…and Shreveport.”

He says it was not a major event; just some floor rumbling and lamps shaking.

Former Baton Rouge University High football standout Michael Hollins is recovering from gunshot wounds sustained in the shooting at the University of Virginia. Three UVA football players were killed. Hollins and one other survived the shooting. A suspect is in custody. Hollins is in stable condition following a surgery.

One of New Orleans beast known Mardi Gras parades, the krewe of Endymion, will not roll down St. Charles Avenue in 2023. It will return to its original Mid-City route, from Orleans & Carrollton, down Canal and ending at the Morial Convention Center. It rolls Saturday, February 18^th.

The mother of Ronald Greene voiced her frustration to lawmakers investigating the State Police custody death of her son because no one’s been held accountable. Brooke Thorington has the story…
Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the sudden death of an inmate, who is the father of former LSU linebacker Devin White. Thomas was in the Natchitoches Parish jail awaiting trial on federal charges, when he began to complain about severe back pain. Authorities say Thomas became unresponsive on his way to the hospital and died a short time later.

Senator John Kennedy announced today he’s seriously considering running for governor next year. Kennedy was re-elected last week to a second term in the U-S Senate, but Democrats will keep control of the Senate. Political consultant Roy Fletcher says Kennedy will make a decision based on his own political ambitions and instincts…
cut 5 (14) “…for Louisiana”
Kennedy says he will be announcing his decision soon.

Pope John Paul the Second High School in Slidell is mourning the death of a student killed in a car crash on I-12 Friday night. Sixteen-year-old Christian Tullis died after he slammed into the back of a semi-truck. His dad is the head volleyball coach and the Jaguars, including his sister Ali, still played a state championship volleyball match in Lafayette on Saturday…
Cut 12 (10) “….heartbreaking.”
Pope John Paul lost the Division Four title game to Isidore Newman.

This morning Senator John Kennedy revealed he is considering running for governor next year. Within hours the Louisiana GOP reminded voters they already have a candidate. Marsanne Golsby has more.
Cut 1(30) “…I’m Marsanne Golsby”

A Former star running back at University High in Baton Rouge is injured during a shooting last night that resulted in the deaths of three football players at the University of Virginia. The suspected shooter, Christopher Jones, is a former Cavalier football player. Michael Hollins reportedly underwent surgery that went well.

On the same day a grand jury convenes in North Louisiana to consider charges against state troopers in the 2019 beating death of Black motorist Ronald Greene, his mother Mona Hardin addresses lawmakers at a legislative committee investigating Greene’s death.
Cut 9 (09) “…a damn thing.
Three and a half years later Hardin says those who’ve come forward about the coverup of her son’s death were extremely brave but yet no one’s been held accountable.

A 3.1 earthquake was felt early Sunday afternoon in Caddo Parish. Geophysicist Paul Caruso with the US Geological Service describes what residents experienced during Sunday’s quake.
Cut 8 (06) “…vibration.“
This is the second earthquake in the area in just over a year and a half. In 2021 a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was reported on April Fools.

Senator John Kennedy says he is considering entering the 2023 race for governor and right after Kennedy made his intentions known the state Republican Party doubled down on its endorsement of attorney general Jeff Landry. The party issued a formal statement about Landry today even though news outlets reported the endorsement a week ago. Consultant Roy Fletcher says the party’s announcement was premature.

Cut 4 (10)  “…talked to him.” 

Last Tuesday’s midterm elections did not produce the big Red Wave many predicted. ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says midterms are a referendum on the current administration, and voters did not vote overwhelmingly to either side…:

Cut  11 (11)   “…this midterm election” 

Shortly before one o’clock Sunday afternoon, the earth moved for folks in Blanchard. Geophysicist Paul Caruso with the US Geological Service confirms an earthquake took place in Caddo Parish, about 16 miles west-northwest of Shreveport.

Cut 7 (10)  “…and Shreveport.”

This is the second earthquake in the area in just over a year and a half. In 2021 a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was reported on April Fools.

For the second straight game, the Saints score just one touchdown as Pittsburgh defeats New Orleans 20-10. Coach Dennis Allen says he’s is not concerned about losing the locker room…

Cut 17 (16) “…pull us through”

The Saints host the Rams this Sunday.

Days after being re-elected to the U-S Senate, John Kennedy says he’s now seriously considering a run for governor next year. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat thinks the Democrat’s victories in the Senate will influence Kennedy’s decision.

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Over the weekend it was determined that Democrats will have control of the Senate in January. Control of the U-S House is still to be determined.

A grand jury in the Third Judicial District convenes today seeking indictments against State Troopers involved in the 2019 beating death of Black motorist Ronald Greene. It doesn’t appear the federal government will bring charges against those troopers and Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says that doesn’t preclude the state from bringing charges.

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State health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter says Louisiana could be in for a rough winter, with COVID still present, RSV spreading among kids and the annual “flu season.” Kanter says this news may come as a surprise because the midterm elections have dominated the news…:

Cut 13 (10) “…more about that.”
Kanter says Louisiana hospitals and doctors’ offices are filled with flu and RSV patients.

And while some are getting a head start on their Christmas shopping, Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain you should also get a jump on your Thanksgiving shopping list. Strain says the spread of the bird flu across the country is limiting the supply.

Cut 7 (10) “…than before.”