Republican John Schroder has been elected to serve as the state’s treasurer for the next two years. Schorder beat Democrat Derrick Edwards in a race that saw a turnout of just 13-percent of registered voters. The Covington businessman says he plans to remain a budget hawk, as he’s did when he served in the state legislature for a decade…
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What a victory for the Saints in the Superdome yesterday to improve to 8-and-2 on the season. New Orleans rallied from 15 down to tie it and then they won it overtime over the Redskins. The Saints success on the field is great news for those who sell Black and Gold merchandise…
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That’s Pat Randazza with Purple and Gold Sports and Black and Gold sports in Baton Rouge.

A chef who was named the 2016 Louisiana Seafood King has been arrested for stalking a woman. Ouachita Parish authorities say 35-year-old William Blake Phillips texted and called a woman a total of 54 times, showed up at her home several times and also threatened to kill her. An affidavit says Phillips told investigators he contacted the woman, but went to her home.

High school students who are in good standing with the FFA now have an opportunity to get a college scholarship. Michelle Southern has more…
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High school students who are in good standing with the FFA are now eligible to receive a 500-dollar scholarship to attend a community college in Louisiana. Louisiana Community and Technical College System President Monty Sullivan says they hope this will help convince more students to continue their education past high school…
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Sullivan says this is the first time they have entered into a partnership with an organization to provide scholarships.

Former state legislator John Schroder has been elected as the new state treasurer. He won easily over Democrat Derrick Edwards in a low turnout race. Schroder says as the head fiscal person for the state, he’ll let taxpayers know what’s going on with their money….
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Prices are the lowest they have been in a few years for Thanksgiving dinner. Kelley Ray has more…
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How about the Saints, they won their eighth straight yesterday in dramatic fashion coming from behind to beat the Redskins 34-31 in overtime. Rookie Alvin Kamara scored a touchdown and added a two-point conversion to tie it and Pat Randazza with Purple and Gold Sports and Black and Gold Sports says Kamara’s jersey is a very hot item…
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According to the American Farm Bureau, the average cost of a Thanksgiving dinner is a little cheaper than it was a year ago. Neil Melancon says the price for a turkey is lower this year, because of a large inventory of frozen birds…
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The American Farm Bureau Marketbasket survey estimates it will cost $43.27 on average for a turkey and 15 other items that make up a Thanksgiving feast. That’s three dollars lower than a year ago.

Louisiana Community and Technical College System President Monty Sullivan says a new 500-dollar scholarship to attend one of their schools that’s available to F-F-A students is generating a lot of excitement…
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Sullivan says in many cases the 500-dollar scholarship covers 25-percent of the tuition cost for one semester.

Republican John Schroder has been elected as the state’s new state treasurer and says he plans to bring transparency and accountability to the office. Emelie Gunn has more…
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And in New Orleans, LaToya Cantrell has been elected as the city’s first female mayor. Cantrelle defeated Desiree Charbonnet, who received 40-percent of the vote.

An officer involved shooting in West Monroe has left one dead. The incident happened at around 6 p.m. last night near Interstate 20 and Thomas Road. This makes the fourth fatal police shooting in Louisiana in a week. The names of the deceased and the officer have not yet been released.

Louisiana’s unemployment rate for October is at 4.8-percent, the lowest since June of 2008. Michelle Southern has more…
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A cold front crosses the Bayou State today causing a 20 degree drop in temperatures. C.S. Ross with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says Louisiana won’t see more than a tenth of an inch of rain. He says come Monday, temperatures will be in the mid to upper 30s across the state.
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The Houma restaurant Boudreau and Thibodeau’s Cajun Cookin’, will be featured on tomorrow’s episode of “Food Paradise”, which airs on the Travel Channel. Owner Debra Blanchard says they’ve been in the business for nearly 20 years and it’s an honor to be chosen for the show. She says the combination of good food and fun is the secret to their longevity.
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The show airs at 7 p.m.

The Bureau of Labor and Statistics released new numbers and shows Louisiana’s October unemployment rate is at 4.8-percent, which is the lowest since June of 2008. Louisiana Workforce Commission Executive Director Ava Dejoie says four industry super sectors reached all time record highs in 2017.
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This is the sixth consecutive month the rate has declined.

Governor John Bel Edwards announces a plan to upgrade internet speeds and connectivity to nearly 164-thousand kids in K-12 public schools. Education Policy Advisior for the Governor Donald Songy says currently, these students have a slow broadband connection.
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Secretary of State Tom Schedler is reminding Louisiana residents to get out and vote today. The polls are open until 8 p.m. tonight and anyone in line by 8 will still get the chance to cast their ballot. Schedler expects a low turnout for this election as there is only one statewide race on the ballot, which is state treasurer. Visit the geauxvote app on your smart phone to find your polling location and see up to date election results.

A Houma restaurant will get national attention tomorrow on the show “Food Paradise” which airs on the Travel Channel. Boudreau and Thibodeau’s Cajun Cookin’ will be featured on one of the segments of the show. Owner Debra Blanchard says one producer has local ties to Houma and thought it would be a great addition.
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The show airs tomorrow at 7 p.m.

One person is dead in West Monroe after an officer involved shooting last night at around six near I-20 and Thomas Road. Witnesses in the area report hearing about 20 gunshots and around 15 police officers at the scene. The name of the deceased and the officer have not yet been released. It is not believed the officer was injured.

A strong cold front crosses the state today, reminding us it’s winter time. C.S. Ross with the National Weather Service says temperatures will drop 20 degrees after the front passes.
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Ross says Louisiana won’t see more than a tenth of an inch of rain and Halloween weekend was the last time the Bayou State had a chill in the air.

 
Today is election day in Louisiana and voters can cast their ballot until 8 p.m. tonight. The only statewide election is the state treasurers race. There are several local elections like the New Orleans mayoral election and state representative in district 77.

A south Louisiana restaurant will get national attention this weekend on the Travel Channel’s “Food Paradise.” Jeff Palermo has more…
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Louisiana’s unemployment rate for October is at 4.8-percent, the lowest since June of 2008. Michelle Southern has more…

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Governor John Bel Edwards announces a plan to upgrade high speed internet connectivity to 164-thousand students in K-12 public schools. Education Policy Advisor for the Governor Donald Songy says kids have broadband, but it’s slow…

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A strong cold front will cross Louisiana Saturday.  C.S. Ross with the National Weather Service says Halloween weekend was the last time we had a chill in the air….

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Temps will be in the 80’s one final time before the cold front moves through.

The Saints go after their eighth straight win on Sunday when they host the Redskins. New Orleans is coming off a 47-10 victory over the Buffalo Bills. A victory would give New Orleans its longest winning streak since 2011. Running back Mark Ingram credits great team chemistry for the team’s success on the field…

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Kickoff is Sunday at 12 noon on FOX.

New data from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics shows Louisiana’s unemployment rate for October was 4.8-percent, the lowest it’s been since June of 2008. Louisiana Workforce Commission Executive Director Ava Dejoie says this is the sixth consecutive month the rate has declined. She describes what areas of the economy are doing well…:
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Dejoie says the state is still suffering job losses in the oil and gas sector, but there’s been a strong effort to get laid off workers into other job sectors.

U-S Senate Finance committee has approved tax reform bill that includes an amendment by Louisiana Senator Billy Cassidy that allows flood victims to make tax-free withdrawals from their retirement plans to recover and rebuild. And it also allows income tax deductions for personal casualty losses exceeding 500-dollars. The measure now heads to the Senate floor.

A strong cold front will cross Louisiana tomorrow, reminding us it’s winter time. C.S. Ross with the National Weather Service says when the front hits, temperatures will drop quickly and come Monday, morning lows will be in the mid to upper 30s across the state…:
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He says don’t expect much rain from this cold front.

On Sunday night, the Travel Channel show “Food Paradise” will feature Boudreau and Thibodeau’s Cajun Cooking in Houma. Owner Debra Blanchard says calls it an honor to be chosen. They have been in business for nearly 20 years. Blanchard says the combination of good food and fun is the secret to their success…
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The show will air at 7 PM on Sunday.

Louisiana’s unemployment rate for October is at 4.8-percent, the lowest since June of 2008…
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Get ready for a change in the weather. C.S. Ross with the National Weather Service says high temperatures will get into the upper 70s tomorrow, but temps will drop 20 degrees after a cold front passes.
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Ross says low temperatures on Monday morning will be in the 30s.

The Saints go after their eighth straight win on Sunday when they host the Redskins. New Orleans is coming off a 47-10 victory over Buffalo where they rushed for 298 yards. Running back Mark Ingram says they entered the season wanting a strong running attack and they’ve been able to do it…
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A victory Sunday would give New Orleans its longest winning streak since 2011.

For those who love to learn about great Louisiana restaurants, the Travel Channel show “Food Paradise” will highlight Boudreau and Thibodeau’s Cajun Cooking in Houma on Sunday night. Owner Debra Blanchard says the show’s producers know they have wonderful food and a fun atmosphere…
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Food Paradise airs at 7 PM on Sunday.

Louisiana’s unemployment rate has fallen to four-point-eight percent, which is the lowest it’s been since June 2008. That’s based on the latest labor numbers that came out today. Louisiana Workforce Commission Executive Director Ava Dejoie says Lake Charles continues to grow the most when it comes to employment….
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Dejoie says unfortunately there are still job losses occurring in the oil and gas industry.

A student from Haughton High School in Bossier Parish has been arrested after allegedly making threats that he would bring a gun to school and use it. Kynan Hayes has been charged with terrorizing and booked at the Bossier Maximum facility. A school resource officer never found any weapons, but Hayes allegedly told his friends that he would let them know what day not to come to school.

The governor’s office announces they are working with a non-profit group called Education Super Highway to bring faster internet services to some 164-thousand students in rural school districts. Education Policy Advisor for the Governor, Donald Songy, says they are identifyting which schools needs additional help….
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Songy says much of the cost for faster internet service can be paid for through grant mony.

On Sunday night, the Travel Channel show “Food Paradise” will feature Boudreau and Thibodeau’s Cajun Cooking in Houma. Owner Debra Blanchard says calls it an honor to be chosen for the show. They have been in business for nearly 20 years. Blanchard says the combination of good food and fun is the secret to their longevity…
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The show will air at 7 PM on Sunday.