9:30 LRN Newscast

374-thousand early voted for Saturday’s October 12th election, so two-point-five million registered voters in Louisiana have yet to vote. That’s why Donald Trump Junior will be in Lafayette later today to encourage Republicans to vote Republican and Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards will hold a rally in Monroe at 4 PM.

The race for Insurance Commissioner could go either way. Incumbent Jim Donelon has been blasted in attack ads, including one showing Donelon nodding off during a public hearing…
Cut 7 (08) “fact.”
Opponent and fellow Republican Tim Temple says Donelon has been exaggerating recent rate decreases.
Cut 9 (12) “…policy”

There are scattered showers and thunderstorms moving across north Louisiana associated with a cold front that will bring high temperatures down into the 70s today. State Climatologist Barry Keim…
cut 12 (09) “…this week”
Another cold front is expected to hit the state Friday, bringing us even cooler temperatures this weekend.

ESPN’s College GameDay will be in Baton Four for Saturday night’s SEC Top 10 showdown between the fighting Tigers and the Florida Gators. Jeff Palermo has more…
Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

8:30 LRN Newscast October 7

President Donald Trump is scheduled to be in Lake Charles on Friday for a Republican rally, but today his son, Donald Trump Junior, will be in Lafayette at the Cajundome at noon urging Republican voters to vote Republican. UL-Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says the sons and daughters of this President are more effective in leading political influence than those of other administrations.
Cut 5 (11) “…see these people.”
You can see Governor Edwards in northeast Louisiana today, he’ll hold a campaign rally in Monroe at 4 PM.

Food stamp recipients are seeing a cost of living adjustment which means a slight increase in benefits and the gross monthly income eligibility has also increased. Department of Children and Family Services Economic Stability Director Kim Matherne…
cut 15 (09) “…slightly”

The governor’s race is soaking up most of the oxygen but down ballot, the campaign for Insurance Commissioner is tight as we enter the final week of the campaign…
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

State Police is investigating the death of a 16-year-old, who was killed while riding his bike last night on the Interstate 49 North Service Road in St. Landry Parish. Troopers say Lane Leger of Opelousas was hit from behind by a vehicle who didn’t see Leger riding his bike. Authorities say the bicycle was equipped with no lights.

7:30 LRN Newscast

President Donald Trump will hold a Republican rally in Lake Charles on Friday night to urge voters to vote Republican in the governor’s race on Saturday. Today in Lafayette, Donald Trump Junior will be joined by GOP candidates Ralph Abraham and Eddie Rispone for a Republican turnout event at the Cajundome at noon. U-L Lafayette Political Science Professor Pearson Cross…
cut 6 (13) “…vote against him”
Governor Edwards will spend the day in northeast Louisiana, visiting with supporters. The Times-Picayune and Advocate have endorsed Edwards.

Nearly everyone can endorse the cooler temperatures that are arriving in Louisiana today. State Climatologist Barry Keim says this is the first of two cold fronts that will sweep through the state this week…
cut 13 (09) “…beautiful weekend weather”

Most of the attention for the October 12th election has been on the governor’s race, but there’s also a heated race for Insurance Commissioner. Republican Incumbent Jim Donelon has served in the position since 2006 and says if re-elected he’ll continue fighting to get laws passed that will continue to drag down insurance rates.
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Republican challenger Tim Temple says the state’s second-highest in the nation car insurance rates is unacceptable and punishes working families and the companies that employ them.
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Polls on Saturday will be open from seven AM to 8 PM.

Who Dat Nation is fully behind Teddy Bridgewater after his performance in yesterday’s 31-24 win over Tampa Bay. Bridgewater threw a career-high four touchdown passes as the Black and Gold improved to 4-and-1.

6:30 LRN Newscast

President Trump plans to visit Lake Charles on Friday to urge voters to vote Republican in the governor’s race and he’s not the only Trump family member to visit the Bayou State this week…
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

If you’ve been looking for a break from the heat, today is your day. A long-awaited cold front arrives. State Climatologist Barry Keim….
Cut 11 (09) “…be much welcomed.”
High temperatures will be in the 70s today for north and central Louisiana, mid 80s for south Louisiana.

Food Stamp benefits are going up about two to four dollars a month for Louisiana recipients thanks to a national cost of living readjustment. Department of Children and Family Services Economic Stability Director Kim Matherne says it’s part of the yearly change to the program, and how much more you’ll receive is based on your household’s size.
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The minimum allotment has also risen from 15 to 16 dollars.

Teddy Bridgewater threw four touchdown passes as the Saints defeated the Buccaneers 31-24 last night. New Orleans is 4-and-1 and they’ll be at Jacksonville this Sunday and Chicago the following weekend.

10:30 AM Newscast

Vice President Mike Pence holds a rally at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner this afternoon, urging Louisiana residents to vote Republican, and Don Trump Jr. visits Lafayette Monday for another rally. Election Day is October 12th. The last day for early voting is today and polls will close at 6PM.

A powerful ad hits the airwaves slamming Governor Edwards’ hiring of former Deputy Chief of Staff and alleged sexual harasser and assaulter Johnny Anderson. The ad features alleged victim Juanita Washington. Washington details her experience, and says when she reported the harassment, she was “out of a job”. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says a series of problems are starting to stack up against Edwards’ hopes to avoid a run-off, including increased Republican engagement due to national issues, and…

Cut 10 (10) “…him.”

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case that deals with a 2014 state law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges. Arguments on the Louisiana case are expected during the winter, which means a ruling would come down before June of 2020.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says it’s a big ruling to make during a presidential election year…

Cut 5 (10) “…or early 70s.”

This is the first major abortion case taken up by the court since the appointment of conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Following three consecutive years of record-setting adoption rates, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services receives a national award from the US Department of. DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters credits the Quality Parenting Initiative.

Cut 8 (09) “…a relative parent.

9:30 AM Newscast

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Vice President Mike Pence holds a rally at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner this afternoon, urging Louisiana residents to vote Republican, and Don Trump Jr. visits Lafayette Monday for another rally. The Louisiana Democratic Party says Louisiana voters need to speak up by voting for Edwards, so that the state doesn’t return to Bobby Jindal’s failed policies.

 

 

 

 

A powerful ad hits the airwaves slamming Governor Edwards’ hiring of former Deputy Chief of Staff and alleged sexual harasser and assaulter Johnny Anderson. The ad features alleged victim Juanita Washington. Washington details her experience, and says when she reported the harassment, she was “out of a job”. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat.

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Anderson was hired to the office after serving as Southern University board Chairman. The ad is run by anti-Edwards advocates Truth in Politics.

Teddy Brigewater gets his third consecutive start for the Black and Gold this week as the team takes on the red hot Bucs at home. Bridgewater led New Orleans to a 12-10 win over Dallas last Sunday, but wants to see more touchdowns than field goals this Sunday

Cut 13 (10) “…better at”

Tampa dropped 55 against the Rams last week.

8:30 AM Newscast

A new attack ad slams Governor Edwards for the hiring of alleged sexual assualter and harrasser, Johnny Anderson, to his administration. Matt Doyle has the story.

cut  2 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”  

Vice President Mike Pence holds a rally at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner this afternoon, urging Louisiana residents to vote Republican, and Don Trump Jr. visits Lafayette Monday for another rally. The Louisiana Democratic Party says Louisiana voters need to speak up by voting for Edwards, so that the state doesn’t return to Bobby Jindal’s failed policies.

 

 

 

 

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case that deals with a 2014 state law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges. The Supreme Court shot down a nearly identical Texas law in 2016. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says this case will tell us where the nation’s highest court stands on abortion…

Cut 3 (10) “…on abortion.”

Only three clinics in the state provide abortions and opponents of the Louisiana law say it could close two of them.

Following three consecutive years of record-setting adoption rates resulting in over 2,400 kids finding permanent homes, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services receives a national award for its work in adoption from the US Department of Health and Human Services.  DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters.

Cut 6 (07) “…that we won”

530PM LRN News

An ad slams Governor Edwards’ handling of a sexual harassment case involving former Deputy Chief of Staff Johnny Anderson, with narration by Anderson’s alleged victim who says he should have never been hired. The Edwards campaign has responded to the ad saying Anderson’s employment was ended hours after they were informed, and that the office has a zero-tolerance harassment policy. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat.

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Anderson was hired to the office after serving as Southern University board Chairman. Six women at the school accused Anderson of harassment, but the Edwards Administration says he was hired after he was cleared by an investigation.

Vice President Mike Pence holds a rally at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner tomorrow, urging Louisiana residents to vote Republican, and Don Trump Jr. visits Lafayette Monday for another rally.

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case that deals with a 2014 state law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges. Only three clinics in the state provide abortions and opponents of the Louisiana law say it could close two of them.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says the Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case gives the nation’s highest court a chance to reshape the nation’s law on abortion.

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This is the first major abortion case taken up by the court since the appointment of conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

After scoring 55 points last week against the Rams, Tampa Bay will be a confident team when they face the Saints in the Dome on Sunday at noon. Bucs Quarterback Jameis Winston is the reigning NFC Offensive Player of the Week. Saints Safety Marcus Williams says putting pressure on Winston will be a key Sunday

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Teddy Bridgewater will make his third straight start for the Saints.

430PM LRN News

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case that deals with a 2014 state law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges. The Supreme Court shot down a nearly identical Texas law in 2016. Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says this case will tell us where the nation’s highest court stands on abortion…

Cut 3 (10) “…on abortion.”

Only three clinics in the state provide abortions and opponents of the Louisiana law say it could close two of them.

Following three consecutive years of record-setting adoption rates resulting in over 2,400 kids finding permanent homes, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services receives a national award for its work in adoption from the US Department of Health and Human Services.  DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters.

Cut 6 (07) “…that we won”

A powerful ad hits the airwaves slamming Governor Edwards’ hiring of former Deputy Chief of Staff and alleged sexual harasser and assaulter Johnny Anderson. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says a series of problems are starting to stack up against Edwards’ hopes to avoid a run-off, including increased Republican engagement due to national issues, and…

Cut 10 (10) “…him.”

The Edwards campaign has responded to the ad saying Anderson’s employment was ended hours after they were informed.

Teddy Brigewater gets his third consecutive start for the Black and Gold this week as the team takes on the red hot Bucs at home. Bridgewater led New Orleans to a 12-10 win over Dallas last Sunday, but wants to see more touchdowns than field goals this Sunday

Cut 13 (10) “…better at”

Tampa dropped 55 against the Rams last week.

330PM LRN News

The US Supreme Court agrees to hear a Louisiana abortion case that deals with a 2014 state law requiring abortion doctors to have admitting privileges. Arguments on the Louisiana case are expected during the winter, which means a ruling would come down before June of 2020.  Loyola University Law Professor Dane Ciolino says it’s a big ruling to make during a presidential election year…

Cut 5 (10) “…or early 70s.”

This is the first major abortion case taken up by the court since the appointment of conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Following three consecutive years of record-setting adoption rates, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services receives a national award from the US Department of. DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters credits the Quality Parenting Initiative.

Cut 8 (09) “…a relative parent.

 

A powerful ad hits the airwaves slamming Governor Edwards’ hiring of former Deputy Chief of Staff and alleged sexual harasser and assaulter Johnny Anderson. The ad features alleged victim Juanita Washington. Washington details her experience, and says when she reported the harassment, she was “out of a job”. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat.

Cut 9 (11) “of that”

The Edwards campaign has responded to the ad saying Anderson’s employment was ended hours after they were informed, and that the office has a zero-tolerance harassment policy. 

The Saints offensive line is hoping to bounce back this Sunday against the Bucs after two consecutive concerning performances. Coach Sean Payton blames poor technique and offensive tackle Terron Armstead says they are working to get better

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