After enjoying a Thanksgiving feast, 73-thousand fans will jam into the Superdome tonight to watch the Saints go after their 10th straight win as they host the Atlanta Falcons. The Dirty Birds are on a two-game losing streak and they 4-and-6 in the NFC South. NFL analyst Mike Detillier says Atlanta has been hammered with injuries on defense and in the run game…
cut 12 (12) “….really effective”
Meanwhile, the Saints Mark Ingram has rushed for over 100-yards in his last two games.

Many will take a nap before tonight’s Saints game and they’ll blame it on the tryptophan found in turkey. Cinical dietitian Grace Mansfield at Oschner Hospital in Baton Rouge says it’s a myth that eating turkey makes you sleepy and a better reason for drowisness is eating too much, plus turkey is not the only food with tryptophan…
cut 4 (05) “….do have tryptophan”

In Louisiana, 15-percent of the adult population have diabetes and 37-percent of adults have prediabetes. That’s according to the American Diabetes Association. Vice President of Government Affairs at the A-D-A Lashawn McIver says the symptoms can be severe….
cut 10 (06) “…and death”
McIver encourages Lousiaina residents to take the diabetes risk test, whcih only takes a few seconds at diabetes-dot-org.

Many stores will open later today to kick off the holiday shopping season and tomorrow its Black Friday with many retailers advertising huge discounts. But Jill Gonzales with the personal finance website Wallet Hub says many stores have had discounted prices for the last few months…
cut 8 (09) “…big box stores”
Gonzales says the best stores for Black Friday sales are Belk, JCPennya nd Stage.

The turkey with your Thanksgiving feast often is credited with having the ability to put diners to sleep. But as Matt Doyle explains, that’s a myth.
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There will be no sleeping on the couch for the the Lafayette High School Marching Band as they are marching in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

And Kathy Shows of Lake Charles in Washington D-C. She’s among the 100 volunteers selected to decorate the White House.

It’s Diabetes Awareness month, a time for experts to help raise awareness of the dangerous condition that threatens 15 percent of the adult Louisiana population, and is responsible an estimated 5.7 billion a year in costs for the Bayou State. American Diabetes Association spokesperson Dr. Lashawn McIver says there’s a series of risk factors that can add up…
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The ADA estimates 37 percent of Louisiana’s adult population is pre-diabetic.

The Saints put their nine-game winning streak on the line tonight when they host NFC South rival Atlanta. Quarterback Drew Brees is having his best season, but NFL analyst Mike Detillier says you can’t overlook the Black and Gold defense, which has been forcing more turnovers lately…
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Kick off is at 7:20.

On the search for the most outstanding Black Friday deals?  Matt Doyle has the details on how to save some cash during your holiday shopping.

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You’ve probably heard it before.  The tryptophan in turkey harnesses the power to induce sleepiness.  But clinical dietitian Grace Mansfield says the legend of the bird is a myth.  Mansfield says even though turkey is one of the more nutritional foods, it’s become tradition to pass the blame onto the poultry.

Cut 3 (06) “…and feeling sleepy.”

It’s Diabetes Awareness month, a time for experts to help raise awareness of the dangerous condition that threatens 15 percent of the adult Louisiana population.  It was the 7^th leading cause of death in America in 2015, killing 79,535 people directly, with 252,806 thousand death certificates labeling it as a contributing cause. American Diabetes Association spokesperson Dr. Lashawn McIver says the symptoms can be severe.

Cut 10 (06)   “…and death.”

There’s some great football to watch tonight as the Saints are taking on the Falcons in the dome. The Saints look unstoppable on a nine game win streak. Analyst Mike Detillier says Atlanta has been hammered with injuries on Defense, and in the run game…

Cut 12 (12)   “…one.”

The Falcons are third in passing, but 29^th in rushing, going up against the second best run defense in the NFL.

The turkey with your Thanksgiving feast often is credited with having the ability to put diners to sleep.  But as Matt Doyle explains, that’s a myth.

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On the search for the most outstanding Black Friday deals?  Matt Doyle has the details on how to save some cash during your holiday shopping.

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21 years ago Gretna butcher Glenn Mistich introduced football analyst John Madden, and by extension the country, to a Louisiana original, the Turducken. After becoming a holiday staple on FOX Football broadcasts with Madden, the local business took off, and now ships about a thousand birds out nationwide, along with thousands for locals.

Cut 4 (11) “…self.″

Turduckens are a culinary Russian Easter egg, where a turkey is stuffed with a chicken that’s been stuffed with a duck.

With the uptick in travel over the next few days, State Police urge those hitting the roadways to exercise caution and patience when in transit to their destination.  Sgt. Jared Sandifer says  it is important to remember to have a plan in place to keep from getting behind the wheel after indulging with alcohol.

Cut 7 (11) “…they need to go.”

Tomorrow, the Lafayette High Marching Band will march in the  Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Over 200 members left the Hub city on Monday for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Assistant band director James Cork told K-L-F-Y TV it’s an absolute honor…

Cut 9 (11) “these students.”

The band is directed by Scotty Walker and has received several national honors under his direction. Lafayette High is one of 12 bands invited to march in this year’s parade.

And LSU Coach Ed Orgeron said he’ll invite players who do not have family in the area to his house tomorrow for Thanksgiving dinner, and plans to introduce the guys to some Louisiana specialties. Quarterback Joe Burrow says sure, he can eat oysters, but oyster dressing is a bit much…

Cut 14 (09) “…appealing to me”

John Madden may be retired as a football commentator, but 21 years later he still celebrates holidays with a Louisiana classic creation, the Turkducken.

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Thousands are in their vehicle right now, trying to get to their Thanksgiving destination.  State Police Sergeant Jared Sandifer says if you are feeling tired, let someone else drive who may be more awake.

Cut 8 (09) “…behind the wheel.”

During last year’s Thanksgiving holiday, State Police investigated over 550 crashes involving injury.  15 people were killed.

Tomorrow, the Lafayette High Marching Band will have the honor to march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Over 200 members left the Hub city on Monday for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Lafayette High is one of 12 bands invited to march in this year’s parade and Assistant Drum Major Payton Boutte told KLFY TV came as a complete surprise when they found out a year ago…

Cut 10 (14)   “…really awesome“

LSU Starting Quarterback Joe Burrow is spending his first Thanksgiving in Louisiana, but it doesn’t sound like he’ll try the oyster dressing. Burrow is surprised there’s such a thing

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Coach Ed Orgeron said he’ll invite players who do not have family in the area to his house tomorrow for Thanksgiving dinner.

21 years ago Glenn Mistich introduced football analyst John Madden, and by extension the country, to a Louisiana original, the Turducken. Mitstich, who runs Gourmet Butcher Block in Gretna with his wife, was summoned before the December 7^thRams game by WWL’s Bob Delgiorno to bring the voice of football the frankenbird. Madden immediately fell in love.

Cut 3 (12) “…Madden Team.”

Emeril Lagasse will be cooking this year’s FOX NFL feast before the Saints/Falcons game kicks off tomorrow at 7:20PM.

With the uptick in travel over the next few days, State Police urge those hitting the roadways to exercise caution and patience when in transit to their destination.  Sgt. Jared Sandifer says with the increase in travel comes an increase in crashes, as was the case for the Thanksgiving holiday in 2017.

Cut 6 (10) “…involved impaired drivers.”

Good news for the thousands of motorists who use the Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish. Governor John Bel Edwards says they hope to open up half of the bridge before Christmas

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The Sunshine Bridge was closed last month for repairs after a barge hit the structure built in the 1960s. Edwards says crews have been working 24 hours a day, but it

A federal judge in Mississippi has ruled that an abortion ban after 15 weeks is unconstitutional. The ruling included a searing attack on the state’s bottom of the rankings performance when it comes to infant mortality and children’s health. That means a similar law passed in Louisiana this year will not go into effect anytime soon. Louisiana’s 15-week abortion ban only goes into effect if the federal court upholds the law in Mississippi. It’s unclear if the Mississippi governor will appeal the decision.

Tomorrow, the Lafayette High Marching Band will march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Over 200 members left the Hub city on Monday for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Assistant band director James Cork told K-L-F-Y TV it’s an absolute honor…
Cut 9 (11) “these students.”
Hopefully they have warm clothes, temperatures will be in the low to mid 20s in the Big Apple for Thanksgiving Day.

The state transportation department believes they can re-open one lane in each direction on the Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish by mid-December. Governor John Bel Edwards says crews are making progress on fixing the bridge, which was badly damaged by a barge last month…
cut 12 (12) “…weather permitting”
Edwards says resuming normal flow of traffic on the bridge will have to wait until January.

There will be heavy law enforcement on the roadways over the next few days, ensuring motorists get to their destination safely. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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So is oyster dressing on the menu for you tomorrow. Well it’s not everyone, just ask LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow who says he never heard of oyster dressing until this week….
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Coach Ed Orgeron plans on having a few of the out-of-state players over at his house tomorrow.

Tomorrow, the Lafayette High Marching Band will have the honor to march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Over 200 members left the Hub city on Monday for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Lafayette High is one of 12 bands invited to march in this year’s parade and Assistant Drum Major Payton Boutte told KLFY TV came as a complete surprise when they found out a year ago…

Cut 10 (14)   “…really awesome“

LSU Starting Quarterback Joe Burrow is spending his first Thanksgiving in Louisiana, but it doesn’t sound like he’ll try the oyster dressing. Burrow is surprised there’s such a thing

Cut 13 (06) “…anytime soon”

Coach Ed Orgeron said he’ll invite players who do not have family in the area to his house tomorrow for Thanksgiving dinner.

With the uptick in travel over the next few days, State Police urge those hitting the roadways to exercise caution and patience when in transit to their destination.  Sgt. Jared Sandifer says it is important to remember to have a plan in place to keep from getting behind the wheel after indulging with alcohol.

Cut 7 (11) “…they need to go.”

21 years ago Glenn Mistich introduced football analyst John Madden, and by extension the country, to a Louisiana original, the Turducken.  Mitstich runs Gourmet Butcher Block in Gretna with his wife.  The retired Madden may not be broadcasting the tradition on national TV these days, but he still gets a bird sent to him twice a year by the grateful Mistich. The butcher says Madden is the only man on earth who gets the iconic, and now exclusive six-legged turducken, and in return…

Cut 5 (13)  “…quite often.” 

With the uptick in travel over the next few days, State Police urge those hitting the roadways to exercise caution and patience when in transit to their destination.  Sgt. Jared Sandifer says with the increase in travel comes an increase in crashes, as was the case for the Thanksgiving holiday in 2017.

Cut 6 (10) “…involved impaired drivers.”

Good news for the thousands of motorists who use the Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish. Governor John Bel Edwards says they hope to open up half of the bridge before Christmas

Cut 11 (13) “…at you”

The Sunshine Bridge was closed last month for repairs after being hit by a crane being carried by a barge.

21 years ago Glenn Mistich introduced football analyst John Madden, and by extension the country, to a Louisiana original, the Turducken.  Mitstich runs Gourmet Butcher Block in Gretna with his wife.  After becoming a holiday staple on FOX Football broadcasts with Madden, the local business took off, and now ships about a thousand birds out nationwide, along with thousands for locals.

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Turkeys aren’t the only birds getting cooked this week as an 18-wheeler hauling a load of frozen chickens caught fire this morning on I-20 in Lincoln Parish.  No injuries were reported, but the cargo appears to be a loss.  It’s unclear at this time what sparked the blaze.

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