New State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis, promises to hold the men and women who work at the law enforcement agency accountable. Davis says he has no problem stepping in making a change if he believes a trooper is not representing the badge well…
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The Army veteran takes over while the L-S-P is under investigation for the death of a black man while in police custody and a recent Associated Press article that found at least a dozen cases of employees forwarding racist e-mails.

LSU grad and Baker native, Linda Thomas-Greenfield is expected to be named as President-elect Joe Biden’s appointee as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. Thomas-Greenfield has had a 35-year career in the United States Foreign Service.

Louisiana’s Click It or Ticket campaign is underway as the holiday season begins this week. Louisiana Highway Safety Commission spokesperson Mark Lambert says this campaign is important because seatbelt users in Louisiana are slightly lower than the national average.

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Last year 49-percent of all drivers and passengers who died in a motor vehicle accident crash in Louisiana were not wearing a seat belt.

It was March when the state reported its first coronavirus case, and many Louisiana residents are suffering from pandemic fatigue. Louisiana Health Department Region Six Medical Director Doctor David Holcombe says it’s okay to feel that way…
Cut 7 (11)  “…prolonged stress.”

Governor John Bel Edwards has said the House of Representative’s petition that attempted to cancel his coronavirus restrictions has helped lead to a third surge in coronavirus cases. But in an interview with WWL radio, House Speaker Clay Schexnayder says he supports Governor Edwards’ efforts in handling the coronavirus pandemic but wishes there was more communication with legislators…

Cut 6 (11) “…people of Louisiana”

New State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis, is taking over the helm over while the L-S-P is under investigation for the death of a black man while in police custody and a recent Associated Press article that found at least a dozen cases of employees forwarding racist e-mails. Davis says he will not tolerate any racism or sexism

Cut 11 (09) “…accountable.”

After her photo was published in newspapers for speaking out against LSU’s alleged mishandling of her 2016 report against former LSU star running back, Derrius Guice, Samantha Brennan is set to testify this afternoon. The court hearing is over LSU’s refusal to release a full unredacted police reports that she filed after her encounter with Guice.

Louisiana’s Click It or Ticket Campaign is underway and you can receive a 50-dollar fine for not being properly restrained. Taylor Sharp has the story.

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New State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis, says he’s reviewing all aspects of the law enforcement agency…
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L-S-P is under a federal investigation for the death of a Black man, Ronald Greene, while in police custody in 2019. There’s also the report of racist emails being sent by State Police employees.

There are many people suffering from pandemic fatigue as we move into the ninth month of COVID restrictions. Louisiana Department of Health Region Six Medical Director Dr. David Holcombe advises residents to eat healthily, get plenty of rest, and recognize fatigue is also burnout…
cut 9 (12) “…that point”

Governor Edwards is concerned about rising coronavirus cases and says a petition signed by House Republicans that sought to cancel the coronavirus restrictions has led to this latest surge in cases. House Speaker Clay Schexnayder says the legislature never informed the public that restrictions had been lifted, but Attorney General Jeff Landry did…
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A Baton Rouge judge recently ruled the petition unconstitutional.

Law enforcement agencies are participating in the annual Click it or ticket highway safety campaign. Louisiana Highway Safety Commission spokesperson Mark Lambert says a first-time offender can be fined 50-dollars for not wearing a seat belt…
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Governor Edwards blames House GOP members for creating confusion with their petition to overturn COVID restrictions for the recent increase in cases, the Speaker of the House thinks otherwise.
Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Yesterday, the state health department reported nearly 35-hundred new coronavirus cases since Friday. The number of COVID-19 deaths increased by 27 to 6,260. COVID-19 patients in the hospital declined by five to 967.

New State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis, promises to hold the men and women who work at the law enforcement agency accountable. Davis says he has no problem stepping in making a change if he believes a trooper is not representing the badge well…
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The Army veteran takes over while the L-S-P is under investigation for the death of a black man while in police custody and a recent Associated Press article that found at least a dozen cases of employees forwarding racist e-mails.

There are many suffering from COVID-19 pandemic fatigue as new cases are surging across the state. State Health Department Region Six Medical Director Doctor David Holcombe says we are social creatures and social distancing has caused some to rebel…
cut 8 (12) “….the society”

New State Police Superintendent, Colonel Lamar Davis, takes over the L-S-P as its under investigation for the death of a black man while in police custody and a recent Associated Press article that found at least a dozen cases of employees forwarding racist e-mails. Davis says he will not tolerate any racism or sexism…
cut 11 (09) “….accontable”

It was March when the state reported its first coronavirus case and many Louisiana residents are suffering from pandemic fatigue. Louisiana Health Department Region Six Medical Director Doctor David Holcombe says it’s okay to feel that way…
Cut 7 (11) “…prolonged stress.”
The state reported 30 more COVID-19 deaths on Sunday.

Governor John Bel Edwards has said the House of Representative’s petition that attempted to cancel his coronavirus restrictions helped lead to a third surge in coronavirus cases. But House Speaker Clay Schexnayder disagrees with the governor’s opinion.
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Schexnayder says the legislature never informed the public that restrictions had been lifted, but Attorney General Jeff Landry did.

Louisiana’s Click It or Ticket campaign is underway as the holiday season begins this week. Louisiana Highway Safety Commission spokesperson Mark Lambert says not wearing a seat belt can save you money and save your life.
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So far in November, at least ten people in Louisiana who were not wearing a seat belt have died.

With Louisiana seeing a third surge in coronavirus cases, Governor John Bel Edwards has put part of the blame on House Republicans who signed a petition to force the governor to cancel the COVID restrictions. But House Speaker Clay Schexnayder says he supports the governor’s efforts and all he’s striving for is more communication…
cut 6 (11) “…..people of Louisiana”

There are many people suffering from pandemic fatigue as we move into a ninth month of restrictions and bad news when it comes to hospitalizations and deaths. Louisiana Department of Health Region Six Medical Director Dr. David Holcombe advises residents to eat healthy, get plenty of rest and recognize fatigue is a form of burnout…
cut 9 (12) “…that point”

Louisiana’s new State Police superintendent promises accountability as he looks to lead a law enforcement agency involved in controversy. Don Molino has more…
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Pfizer is asking the Food and Drug Administration for emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine. LSU says hundreds of Louisiana residents have participated in this trial. Jim Shannon has more…
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The state health department reported 4,814 new cases and 34 new deaths from the coronavirus on Friday. L-D-H says 2,538 of the COVID cases were backlogged.

Early voting is underway for the December fifth runoff. We saw long lines during early voting for the November election, but based on the first couple of days of this early voting period, the lines are shorter. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin still encourages all registered voters to cast a ballot…
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Early voting will run from 8:30 AM to 6 PM through November 28th, except for Sunday, Thursday, and Friday of next week.

Tomorrow the Saints will host the Falcons and the versatile Taysom Hill will reportedly get the start at quarterback. Saints Radio Network color analyst Deuce McAllister says he expects Coach Sean Payton will have Hill rolling out of the pocket…
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Kick-off is at noon. Quarterback Drew Brees has been placed on injured reserve, so he’ll miss at least the next three games.

Early voting is underway for the December 5th run-offs. The main item on the ballot is the 5th district Congressional race in northeast and central Louisiana. There’s also a Public Service Commission race in southeast Louisiana. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says a sample ballot is located inside the Geaux Vote Mobile App…
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Early voting runs through next Saturday.

Pfizer is seeking emergency approval from the FDA to begin distributing its COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. John Vanchiere at LSU Health Shreveport is a principal investigator on the Pfizer Vaccine clinical trial, which based on their studies has shown to be 95-percent effective. He says one in five young people have experienced minor flu-like symptoms, but that means your body is responding to the vaccine by building immune response.
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As COVID cases increase so are hospitalizations and a Baton Rouge physician is urging the public to take the pandemic seriously. Brooke Thorington has more.
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Former Governor Edwin Edwards has been released from the hospital as the 93-year-old is responding well to treatment for double pneumonia. A family spokesperson says the Cajun Prince will remain under the care of home health nurses and he’ll also work with a physical therapist.

The first coronavirus vaccine to apply for emergency approval from the FDA is Pfizer’s effort to fight the pandemic. Infectious disease specialist Dr. John Vanchiere at LSU Health Shreveport is also a principal investigator on the Pfizer Vaccine trial, and he says Pfizer’s effectiveness rate of 95-percent is remarkable.
cut 5 (09) “…really good.”
Vanchiere says 44-thousand participated in the Pfizer clinical trial worldwide, including 231 people from the Shreveport Bossier area.

Today consumers will not have to pay the 4.45 percent state sales tax on most items, excluding vehicles and prepared meals. It’s the result of legislation passed in the last special session. House Speaker Clay Schexnayder authored the measure…
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Governor John Bel Edwards says he’s extremely troubled by the USA Today article that alleges LSU officials did not follow federal law after receiving allegations of sexual misconduct and sexual abuse involving students, including former football players…
cut 9 (12) “….an abuse”
Edwards says there should be a prompt and thorough investigation to find out who knew what and what did they do about it.

Taysom Hill will reportedly start at quarterback for the Saints this Sunday when they host the Atlanta Falcons. Saints Radio Network color analyst Deuce McAllister on why Hill gets the nod and not Jameis Winston.
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Meanwhile, Quarterback Drew Brees has been placed on injured reserve, which means he’ll miss at least the next three weeks.

Pfizer applied for emergency use of their vaccine with the FDA today. Dr. John Vanchiere at LSU Health Shreveport is principal investigator on the Pfizer Vaccine clinical trial, he says 44-thousand participated worldwide, including 231 people from the Shreveport Bossier area. He says any side effects from the injection means your body is responding to the vaccine building an immune response.

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Early voting began today for the December 5^th run-offs. East Baton Rouge is selecting a new mayor-president, while Orleans’ voters have to choose a new district attorney. There’s also a Public Service Service Commission race in southeast Louisiana. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says a sample ballot is located inside the Geaux Vote Mobile App…

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The Saints announced Friday they have placed QB Drew Brees on injured reserve. Brees had previously appeared on the team’s injury report during the week, but now that he’s on the injured reserve he will miss a minimum of three weeks.  Brees fractured ribs in the last two games he played along with a collapsed lung.

Taysom Hill is expected to start at quarterback for the Saints this Sunday when they take on the Atlanta Falcons.  Color Analyst for the New Orleans Saints Radio Network Deuce McAllister says Hill was named the starter due to the Saints’ gameplan and he believes that with Hill under center, the Saints will use a lot more rollout passes.

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