Most NFL analysts predict the Saints will beat the Panthers in Charlotte tonight. New Orleans defeated Carolina three times last season and the Panthers currently have lost five in a row. Despite Carolina’s struggles, Coach Sean Payton says Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly remains one of the game’s best…
Cut 12 (12) “film on him”
Another standout defensive player for Carolina is cornerback Donte Jackson. The former LSU star has four interceptions on the season. Kick-off from Bank of America Stadium is at 7:15.

The Saints goal of capturing the top seed in the NFC playoffs got a little easier last night as the Eagles upset the Rams 30-23. So now New Orleans has to win two of its final three games to clinch the number one overall seed.

The Pelicans just can’t get on a roll. They beat Oklahoma City on Wednesday and then after three days off, they lost tot he Heat last night 102-96 last night. The 15-and-16 Pels are now getting ready for a four-game road trip that begins Wednesday night in Milwaukee.

After beating St. Mary’s 78-74 in Las Vegas on Saturday night, LSU will host 24th ranked Furman this Friday. The Tigers are 8-3 after beating the Gaels.

Tonight, Tulane hosts Texas Southern in the first ever meeting between the two schools on the hardwood. Southeastern Louisiana will take on California Baptist tonight in Hammond. Velma Jackson leads the Lions in scoring, averaging 16 points and eight rebounds a game.

LSU sophomore outfielder Daniel Cabrera was named a third-team Preseason All-American by Collegiate Baseball newspaper. Cabrera hit .315 last season with eight home runs and 54 RBIs.

A Youngsville man has been arrested after allegedly counterfeiting 100 dollars bills, and police say when caught, he hid the cash in pants and then later tried to dispose of the evidence in the cop car that was driving him to jail. Duson Police Chief Kip Judice says Stephen Young was initially caught after a tip from a local gas station casino who was suspicious of the cash. The Chief says after accepting the cash, the casino checked, and then double checked its validity.

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The 29-year-old is facing several counts of Monetary Instrument Abuse, along with a charge of Obstruction of Justice.

Governor John Bel Edwards says he’ll be running in the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge next month to help raise awareness for the importance of quality exercise. Edwards says January marks the 8th anniversary of the Louisiana Marathon and it’s seen its participants grow each year….

Cut 10 (05) “…healthier.”

Two brothers are facing first-degree murder charges after a weekend shooting that left two men dead in a Raceland home.  Deputies took 34 year old Kerry Alexander and 28 year old Jerrell Alexander into custody on Saturday night.  LaFourche Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Lt. Bennan Matherne says during the course of the investigation, the Alexander brothers were developed as suspects.  Detectives learned they were in the Boutte area.

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The victims were identified 26-year-old Marcel Turner of Thibodaux, who died at the scene, and 23-year-old Jeremiah Ballard of Raceland, who died as a result of his injuries at a hospital.

Most NFL analysts predict the Saints will beat the Panthers in Charlotte tonight. The Panthers currently have lost five in a row, but Coach Sean Payton says Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly remains one of the game’s best…

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Two people are under arrest for child trafficking in a case where investigators allege a juvenile was forced to engage in sexual acts across Louisiana, and even trafficked across state lines. 21-year-old Shaena Kelly and 39-year-old Derrick Hall are facing child trafficking charges. Hall also faces a charge of Carnal Knowledge. Investigators believe the actions took place in several parishes, and even crossed the state border into Texas. Because of this, they say additional charges may be coming soon.

Duson Police in Acadia Parish arrested a 29-year-old Youngsville man for producing and possessing counterfeit 100-dollar bills. Chief Kip Judice says say during a traffic stop, cops found a printer, cleaning solvents and more, along with two-thousand dollars in fake Benjamins…
cut 8 (10) “…over that”
Judice warns retailers to keep a close eye on cash coming in during the holiday season, a major time for counterfeiting.

Two brothers are facing first-degree murder charges after a weekend shooting that left two men dead in a Raceland home. LaFourche Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Lt. Bennan Matherne says 34-year-old Kerry Alexander and 28-year-old Jerrell Alexander entered the victims’ home through a garage wearing all black clothing and camouflage masks.
Cut 3 (06) “…on the victims.”
The two men killed were in there 20s.

Governor John Bel Edwards announces he will run a 5K race in next month’s Louisiana marathon and hopes other residents will join him in an effort to get in better shape. Edwards says the Bayou State is ranked among the least healthiest in the country and participating in the Louisiana marathon is one way to become more fit…
cut 11 (09) “…healthier direction”
The Louisiana Marathon is a series of different races in Baton Rouge from January 18th to the 20th.

Many Saints fans are not too concerned about the Black and Gold tonight as they visit the Carolina Panthers. The Panthers have lost five in a row and the Saints beat Carolina three times last season. But Coach Sean Payton is expecting a tough game, because Panthers head coach Ron Rivera always has them ready to play…
cut 13 (10) “….for him”
The Saints need to win two of their final three games to lock up the N-F-C’s top seed.

A Youngsville man has been locked up for alleged counterfeiting and trying to hide some of his fake bills in the back of a cop car on his way to jail…
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The ridesharing company Lyft is making an effort to reduce drunk driving crashes this holiday season. Five-dollar discounts are available for those too tipsy to drive. The promocode is Ride Smart LA.

Two brothers, 34-year-old Kerry Alexander and 28-year-old Jerrell Alexander have been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of two young men inside a Raceland home on Saturday. LaFourche Parish Sheriff’s office spokesperson, Lt. Brennan Matherne says it was a robbery that resulted in gun violence…
cut 5 (09) “…..dollars each”
Both men have extensive criminal histories.

Louisiana is ranked as one of the least healthiest states in the country and Governor John Bel Edwards wants to see Bayou State residents make healthier choicies. Edwards says he will take the lead and announces plans to run a 5K race in next month’s Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge…
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The Louisiana Marathon will take place January 18th through the 20th.

Two brothers are behind bars after a weekend shooting that left two victims dead in Lafourche Parish.  Sheriff’s Detectives arrested 34 year old Kerry Alexander and 28 year old Jerrell Alexander, both of Raceland, on Saturday night.  Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Lt. Brennan Matherne says detectives learned they were in the Boutte area.
Cut 4 (06) “…them into custody.″
They were located wearing all black clothing and a bag was found outside the restaurant containing two handguns and camouflage masks.
A Youngsville man has been arrested after allegedly counterfeiting 100 dollars bills, and police say when caught, he hid the cash in pants and then later tried to dispose of the evidence in the cop car that was driving him to jail. Duson Police Chief Kip Judice says just before being apprehended, 29-year-old Stephen Young tried to hide the incriminating evidence…
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Tonight’s Monday night match-up between the Saints and Panthers features two of the best second-year running backs in the NFL. New Orleans’ Alvin Kamara and Carolina’s Christian McCaffery, who has rushed for 926 yards and has 701 receiving yards. Kamara says he has a lot of respect for the former Stanford star…
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The Saints defense will have to make sure Carolina quarterback Cam Newton remains one dimensional. In three games against New Orleans last season, Newton rushed for just 104 yards. Kick-off is at 7:15.

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Its the busiest week of the year for the United States Postal Service. USPS spokesperson Sean O’Neill says two big deadlines are coming up to make sure your cards and packages arrive before before Christmas Day…
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During this week alone, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly three billion pieces of First-Class Mail.

Two brothers are facing first-degree murder charges after a weekend shooting that left two men dead in a Raceland home. Deputies took 34 year old Kerry Alexander and 28 year old Jerrell Alexander into custody on Saturday night. LaFourche Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Lt. Bennan Matherne says the suspects entered the garage wearing all black clothing and camouflage masks.
Cut 3 (06) “…on the victims.”
Matherne says the brothers have extensive criminal histories.

Congressman Cedric Richmond has filed a 500-billion dollar bill in the US House of Represetations to address the country’s housing affordability crisis…
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The Allen Parish Sheriff’s office announces the arrest of two more people in the robbery and beating of a 73-year-old man who was left on the side of the road after walking out of the Grand Casino Coushatta. Leah Langley and Gerald Artis were arrested last week and now 22-year-old Dixon Fifie and 25-year-old Jennifer Buffalohead of Elton have also been booked on accesssory after the fact to second-degree robbery.

During this week, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly three billion pieces of First Class Mail, including greeting cards. Kevin Barnhart has information on two important deadlines coming up…
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An elderly couple was found dead in a home near Iowa and authorities are not releasing how they died or suspects. The victims have been identified as 72-year-old Walter Gotreaux and 70-year-old Darlene Gotreaux. Jefferson Davis Sheriff Ivy Woods calls it a senseless terrible act that should never happen, especially during the holiday season.

Congressman Cedric Richmond has filed legislation that he says will create over 30-thousand affordable housing opportunities in New Orleans alone. Executive Director of Housing NOLA Andreanecia Morris says if taxpayers have to spend less money on housing that means more money can be spent to boost the economy…
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It’s unclear whether the legislation has a chance at approval.

Law enforcement’s annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is underway. Deputy Director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Dortha Cummins says in the last five years, 139 people died during the holiday season, in traffic crashes.
Cut 10 (08) “…happened involved alcohol.”
Cummins says during the holidays, the ride-sharing service Lyft will provide five-dollars off for those who drink too much and don’t want to drive home. Use the code “Ride Smart LA” when you order a Lyft.

Christmas eve is a week away, so it’s a busy week for the U-S Post Office. U-S Postal Service spokesperson Sean O’ Neil says if you are dropping items off at the post office, use the “click and ship” service at USPS.com to pay for postage ahead of time.
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The deadline to make sure first-class mail and packages get to their destination before Christmas Day is December 20th.

The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign is underway and it runs through New Year’s Day. Deputy Director of the L-H-S-C Dortha Cummins says law enforcement is looking for drivers who may be under the influence of drugs, alcohol or both…
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15 were killed statewide in vehicle crashes last year during Christmas and New Year’s Eve holiday and nine of the 15 fatalities involved alcohol.

The Saints and Carolina Panthers meet tonight on Monday night football. Carolina ranks 22nd in the NFL in pass defense , but New Orleans Quarterback Drew Brees knows the Panthers are still loaded with talent, especially at linebacker….
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The Eagles upset win over the Rams, means New Orleans is two wins away from securing the top seed in the NFc playoffs.

Louisiana Congressman Cedric Richmond introduces legislation that’s intended to reduce rent costs and provide greater access to home ownership through first-time homebuyer payment assistance. Executive Director of HousingNOLA Andreanecia Morris says the legislation can also provide an economic stimulus…
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A similar bill has also been filed in the Senate, but it’s unclear if there’s enough support to get the legislation through Congress.

The Saints visit the Panthers tonight in Charlotte for the first meeting of the season between the two NFC South rivals. Saints QB Drew Brees knows how vital a win tonight would be, with the top seed in the NFC on the line…
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And with the Rams losing to the Eagles last night, New Orleans needs two wins in the final three games to secure the N-F-C’s number one seed.

The U-S Post Office says Thursday is the deadline to ship priority mail to ensure it gets to its destination by Christmas Day. Saturday is the deadline for priority mail express. If you plan to take a long vacation during the holidays, U-S-P-S spokesperson Sean O’Neil says go to u-s-p-s-dot-com to put a hold on your mail…
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The state highway safety commission has partnered with the ridesharing company Lyft in an effort to reduce drunk driving crashes. Five-dollar discounts are available for those who’ve had too much to drink and need a ride home. Dortha Cummins is with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission…
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The promocode is Ride Smart LA. Louisiana is one of five states to receive funding to offer the discount from Lyft.

Congressman Cedric Richmond has introducing a half-a- trillion dollar bill that would build an estimated 2.1 million new, affordable homes in America, and subsidize the purchase of existing houses. HousingNOLA Executive Director Andreanecia Morris says passing this legislation would address the country’s widening wealth gap.
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But it’s unclear if there’s enough support in Congress to get this legislation passed.

This is the busiest week of the year for the United States Postal Service. USPS spokesperson Sean O’Neill says two big deadlines are coming up to make sure your mail and packages arrive before before Christmas Day…
Cut 4 (12) “…priority mail express.″
During this week alone, the Postal Service expects to process and deliver nearly three billion pieces of First-Class Mail, including greeting cards.

Louisiana Congressman Cedric Richmond introduces legislation that’s intended to reduce rent costs and provide greater access to home ownership through first-time homebuyer payment assistance. Executive Director of HousingNOLA Andreanecia Morris says the legislation can also provide an economic stimulus…
cut 8 (09) “…exists”
A similar bill has also been filed in the Senate, but it’s unclear if there’s enough support to get the legislation through Congress.

The holidays can be a dangerous time on the roadways so law enforcement is stepping up patrols as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. Deputy Director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Dortha Cummins says in the last five years, 139 people have died during the Christmas and New Year’s Eve holiday period.
Cut 10 (08) “…happened involved alcohol.”
Cummins says during the holiday season, the ride-sharing service Lyft will provide five-dollars off for those who drink too much and don’t want to drive home. Use the code “Ride Smart LA” when you order a Lyft.

Duson Police in Acadia Parish arrested a 29-year-old Youngsville man for using counterfeit 100-dollar bills. Authorities say during a traffic stop, cops also found a printer and printer cartridges and other items used to produce counterfeit money in a vehicle belonging to Stephen Young. Police say when Young was put in the back of a police car, he tried to hide another six fake 100-dollar bills.