Thousands of Donald Trump supporters are in Lake Charles for President Donald Trump’s Republican rally. Trump is hoping to energize GOP voters so they vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s election, so that Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards does not win re-election without the need of a run-off. This man explains why he will not vote to re-elect the governor…
cut 12 (05) “…gas industry”
Edwards also spoke today ahead of the President’s speach. The governor says not only is the state’s economy growing, but personal income is up, more jobs are on the way and investments have been made to improve our roads…
Cut 15 (07) “…is yes.”

While the President is speaking in Lake Charles, LSU fans will be getting ready for tomorrow night’s SEC Showdown with seventh ranked Florida. The Tigers are 13 point favorites. The Saints are in Jackonsville on Sunday. Running back Alvin Kamara is questionable with an ankle injury.

Polls open tomorrow for the October 12th election at 7 AM and will close at eight PM. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin expects an overall voter turnout of 45-percent and voters should not have to wait long to cast their ballot…
Cut 4 (12) “…as possible.”

There are four consitutional amendments on the ballot to go along with the statewide and local races. Public Affairs Research Council Policy Director Steve Procopio says Amendment One would create a property tax exemption for certain goods that go back and forth between rigs in the Gulf of Mexico…
cut 11 (08) “….constitutional amendment”
Amendment two would provide funding for three schools that are not getting tobacco settlement fund dollars. Amendment three would allow the Board of Tax Appeals to rule on constitutional amendments. Par-louisiana.org has information on all of the amendments.

Election day is tomorrow, and Connor Ferrill has the details.
Cut 1 (29) “…I’m Connor Ferrill”

Tomorrow is also the big game between LSU and Florida in Tiger Stadium. Tigers Quarterback Joe Burrow says the Gators have the best defense they’ve faced this season…
cut 7 (11) “….get to”
Kick-off is at 7 PM.

Governor John Bel Edwards spoke today in Lake Charles ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled rally at 7 PM. Trump tweeted earlier today that Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Edwards says Louisiana’s economy is strong and growing…
cut 13 (12) “…in the nation”
A woman spending the afternoon outside of the Sudduth Coliseum where Trump will speak tonight believes the President’s visit will energize Republican voters
Cut 14 (10) “…they will.”
Trump will encourage voters to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s election in order to send the gubernatorial race into a runoff.

Polls will open tomorrow at 7 AM and close at eight PM. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin is anticipating a 45-percent voter turnout and if voters have any issues at their precinct, contact his office…
cut 5 (09) “…normal website”
Ardoin says you can get a sample ballot at geaux-vote-dot-com.

There are four constitutional amendments on the October 12th ballot. Jeff Palermo has more…
cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

President Donald Trump will be in Lake Charles tonight to urge Republicans to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Trump says Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Stephen Handwerk says Trump is trying to bring hostile, national style politics to the Pelican State…
cut 13 (08) “…for us”
Trump is expected to talk at 7 PM at the Sudduth Coliseum

LSU fans are expecting victory Saturday night when the 5th ranked Tigers host seventh ranked Florida. Quarterback Joe Burrow lead the highest scoring offense in the nation, but knows they’ll get tested by one of the best defenses in the country…
cut 8 (10) “..red zone”
Kick-off tomorrow is just after 7 PM. LSU is a 13 point favorite.

Election day is tomorrow with the gubernatorial race at the top of the ballot. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says voters should expect a speedy process and minor wait times on the way to the voting booth…

Cut 4 (12) “…as possible.”

In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. The proposed constitutional amendment that has received the most attention is Amendment Four, which would give New Orleans the ability to create a residential property tax exemption for affordable housing units. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana President Steve Procopio on why the measure must receive approval statewide…

Cut 10 (10) “…regular law”

President Donald Trump will speak tonight in Lake Charles where he’ll urge Louisiana voters to vote Republican in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Republican National Committee Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany says the Sudduth Coliseum will be packed with Trump supporters…

cut 12 (09) “….has”

The Louisiana Democratic Party says Trump’s visit brings hostile, national style politics to the state.

The President welcomes the East Bank All-Stars from River Ridge to the White House at 12:30 pm to congratulate them on winning the Little League World Series this past summer.

The team has already received a reception at the governor’s mansion and a parade was throw in their honor.

President Trump is headed to Lake Charles tonight to rally support for the two major Republicans in the governor’s race. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

The Iberville Parish Council chairman is calling on the resignation of councilwoman Courtney Lewis because she hasn’t shown up to a council meeting in nine months. Parish officials do not know where the 34-year-old is, so they are having a hard time getting that resignation letter. Lewis is still receiving her 16-hundred-dollar monthly paycheck.

Election day is tomorrow with the gubernatorial race at the top of the ballot. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin says there are a few things voters should know before they head to the polls…

Cut 3 (11) “…polling stations.”

Ardoin says you can also look at a sample ballot at geauxvote.com. He expects an overall voter turnout of 45 percent.

In addition to the governor’s race and other elections, the October 12th ballot has four proposed constitutional amendments. Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana President Steve Procopio advises voters to do their homework before they enter the voting booth…

Cut 9 (09) “governor’s race”

President Donald Trump will be in Lake Charles tonight to urge Republicans to vote for either Ralph Abraham or Eddie Rispone in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Trump says Edwards has done a poor job of cutting taxes and done nothing to reduce auto insurance rates. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Stephen Handwerk says Trump is trying to bring hostile, national style politics to the Pelican State…
cut 13 (08) “…for us”

Before President Trump heads to Louisiana, he’ll welcome the Little League World Series Champs to the Oval Office. Eastbank Head Coach Steve Frazier credits Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise for setting up the visit in the Oval Office…
cut 4 (09) “…he’s from Metairie”
Eastbank is the first team from Louisiana to win the Little League World Series.

The biggest game of the season has arrived for 5th ranked LSU as they host 7th ranked Florida in an SEC Showdown. Quarterback Joe Burrow remembers losing to the Gators in the Swamp last year and badly wants to beat Florida in Death Valley on Saturday night…
cut 6 (08) “…like this”

Over 100-thousand fans are expected in Tiger Stadium for the seven o’clock kick-off. LSU is asking fans to arrive on campus earlier than normal and should expect heavy traffic all day peaking at around 3 to 4 PM. LSU Senior Associate Athletics Director Robert Munson says they also expect to sell a lot of beer and wine inside the stadium and he says the selling of alcohol for the first time in general seating areas is a work in progress…
cut 16 (09) “….test with Florida”

President Donald Trump will speak tonight in Lake Charles where he’ll urge Louisiana voters to vote Republican in tomorrow’s gubernatorial primary. Republican National Committee Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany says the Sudduth Coliseum will be packed with Trump supporters…
cut 12 (09) “….has”
The Louisiana Democratic Party says Trump’s visit just brings hostile, national style politics to the state.

Before the President boards Air Force One, he’ll welcome the East Bank All-Stars from River Ridge to the White House to congratulate them on winning the Little League World Series this past summer. Head Coach Scott Frazier says the team will meet with the President in the Oval office…
cut 5 (06) “….into the office”
Frazier’s team has already received a reception at the governor’s mansion and a parade was throw in their honor.

LSU is expecting a pack campus tomorrow for the big game against the Florida Gators. Senior Associate Athletics Director Robert Munson says they are asking fans to use the Waze app to help battle the traffic and if you are using one of the free parking lots, pick one that’s closest to where you are heading after the game…
cut 15 (10) “….that you choose”

A cold front will move through the state today and that will bring us a crisp fall Saturday. State Climatologist Barry Keim…
cut (11) “…higher”
Tomorrow is election day, but it’s also a big day of college football in Louisiana. Louisiana Tech, Nicholls, Southeastern Louisiana, Grambling, Southern and Tulane all have home games. Last night, ULM topped Texas State 24-14.

President Trump will travel to Lake Charles today ahead of tomorrow’s election to rally Louisiana voters to support one of the two main republican challengers in the governor’s race. Eddie Rispone and Ralph Abraham are trying to secure enough votes to prevent Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards from winning the election without a runoff.

Before heading to Lake Charles, President Trump will welcome the East Bank All-Stars, which won the Little League World Series, to the White House. Kevin Barnhart has more…
voicer 1 (31) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”

Be prepared for a big drop in the temperatures today as the strongest cold front of the fall swings through Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim says we’ll also see some rain…
cut 9 (10) “…building up”
The front will hit north Louisiana this morning and it will make its way through southeast Louisiana tonight.

Baton Rouge will be oversaturated with college football fans tomorrow with the big game between the fifth-ranked Tigers and seventh-ranked Gators. Senior Associate Athletic Director Robert Munson says if you plan on going to the game, try to get to campus as early as you can…
Cut 14 (05) “…traffic for sure.”
Munson says they anticipate the heaviest traffic around LSU between three and four o’clock. Kick-off is at 7 PM.

Last night in college football, ULM improved to 2-0 in conference play with a 24-14 road win over Texas State. The victory puts the Warhawks in sole possession of first place in the Sun Belt West Division.

President Donald Trump will urge Louisiana voters to vote Republican tomorrow for either Eddie Rispone or Ralph Abraham when he holds a rally in Lake Charles at 7 PM tonight. Republican National Committee Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany says Louisiana is a pro-Trump state that needs Republican leadership
Cut 10 (11) “…candidate.”
Earlier this week President Trump tweeted that Governor Edwards was a Pelosi Democrat, who would never be “for us”.

But Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Stephen Handwerk says President Trump’s visit shows just how worried Republicans are that they can not unseat a popular Governor.
Cut 11 (09) “solutions”

A cold front will move through the state today, putting an end to the near record heat and a good taste of fall. State Climatologist Barry Keim says you’ll need a light jacket after the front moves through…
Cut 7 (08) “…degrees”
Temperatures across south Louisiana will remain in the 80s today as the cold front works it’s way down from the north. Saturday morning lows will be in the 40s for north Louisiana.

Saturday’s SEC showdown between the Gators and Tigers will produce heavy traffic in Baton Rouge. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”

President Trump is headed to Lake Charles tonight to rally support for the two major Republicans in the governor’s race. Matt Doyle has more.
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

The Iberville Parish Council chairman is calling on the resignation of councilwoman Courtney Lewis, because she hasn’t shown up to a council meeting in nine months. Parish officials do not know where the 34-year-old is, so they are having a hard time getting that resignation letter. Lewis is still receiving her 16-hundred dollar monthly paycheck.

The largest crowd of the season is expected tomorrow night in Tiger Stadium as fifth-ranked LSU hosts seventh-ranked Florida. LSU is asking fans to arrive on campus earlier than normal and should expect heavy traffic all day peaking at around 3 to 4 PM. LSU Senior Associate Athletics Director Robert Munson says they also expect to sell a lot of beer and wine inside the stadium and he says the selling of alcohol for the first time in general seating areas is a work in progress…
cut 16 (09) “….test with Florida”
Last night in college football, ULM defeated Texas State 24-14.