One of the men that was video taped by a private investigator from a firm working for the David Vitter campaign believes Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand was the target of the so-called spying incident. Attorney John Cummings says, he believes Normand was the target because the Sheriff’s Association was going to endorse Democrat John Bel Edwards in the gubernatorial runoff…:
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Vitter has called the entire episode a “bizarre and silly incident”.

Results from the National Assessment of Education Progress exams shows Louisiana public schools students ranking from 43rd to 49th nationally in reading and math. Fourth graders finished 43rd nationall in reading while ranking 45th in math, an improvement in both subjects. Eith grade students ranked 48th in reading and 49th in math. Nationwide, average math scores were lower for both groups, while reading scores were steady for fourth graders adn dropped for eight graders.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office says a 2-year-old little boy is in critical but guarded condition after his mother allegedly beat him. 29-year-old Samantha Snell is charged with attempted first degree murder and cruelty to juveniles. EBRSO spokeswoman Casey Hicks says deputies responded to the hospital and interviewed Snell…:
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Hicks also said the child had trauma to his kidney and brain.

Due to the threat of severe weather, several parishes and municipalities throughout south Louisiana are moving trick or treat activities as storms are expected Saturday and Halloween night. So far unincorporated East Baton Rouge Parish and Livingston Parish has moved trick or treat to Friday from 6-8. Some communities in Southwest Louisiana are also changing to Friday and some even Thursday.

One of the men that was video taped by a private investigator from a firm working for the David Vitter campaign believes Jefferson Parish Sheriff Newell Normand was the target of the so called spying incident. Attorney John Cummings says, to him, the objective was to catch Normand on tape…:
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The man filming, Robert J. Frenzel, is charged with a count of misdemeanor criminal mischief in the incident which Vitter calls “bizarre and silly.”

A few parishes in Louisiana have decided to move trick-or-treat to another day as the National Weather Service forecasts thunderstorms moving in Saturday and Halloween night. Baton Rouge and unincorporated East Baton Rouge Parish has moved trick-or-treat to Friday from 6pm-8pm. Some communities in southwest Louisiana have even moved trick-or-treat to Thursday. More municipalities are expected to keep kids off the street Saturday night as well, but some have ordinances prohibiting a change.

Results from the “Nation’s Report Card” show Louisiana public school students rank from 43rd to 49th nationally in reading and math. Eric Gill reports…:
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The Coast Guard says they will hold a media briefing this afternoon regarding the search for a missing aircraft off the Gulf coast that is believed to have a man from north Louisiana on board. They say the plane went off radar around 12:30pm Monday after takeoff from Gulfport.

Recent results from the National Assessment of Education Progress exams shows Louisiana public school students rank from 43rd to 49th nationally in reading and math. Fourth graders finished 43rd nationally in reading and 45th in math. But BESE President Chas Roemer says there are some positives…:
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29-percent of eighth graders are considered proficient in reading and 18-percent in math.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office says a woman is under arrest amid allegations that she tried to kill her 2-year-old little boy. EBRSO spokeswoman Casey Hicks says a hospital called saying the toddler had been brought in by his mother, 29-year-old Samantha Snell, in critical condition and with multiple fractures:
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Snell is charged with cruelty to juveniles and attempted 1st degree murder.

The Shreveport Police Department has released the name of a woman who was shot and killed Tuesday evening in an incident which also injured two other females including a 15-year-old. Cpl Breck Scott says 36-year-old Verdina Crichlow was shot multiple times and later died. He says 43-year-old Tammy Harris and the teenager were also struck with multiple bullets after a suspect entered their apartment and opened fire…:
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He says investigators are working to determine the identify and whereabouts of the person responsible for the deadly encounter.

State Police say a woman from Rayville died in a morning crash in Richland Parish. They say investigators believe a vehicle driven by 36-year-old Shameka Johnson crossed the center line in the opposing lane of travel and collided head-on with a Honda. They say Johnson sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Honda had moderate injuries.

Governor Bobby Jindal takes part in another GOP presidential debate tonight, but once again he will not be on the main stage. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office says a woman is in jail accused of trying to kill her 2-year-old child. They say 29-year-old Samantha Snell brought her toddler to the hospital in critical condition with brain damage and several broken bones. She was charged Tuesday with attempted first-degree murder and second degree cruelty to juveniles.

Louisiana’s Alcohol and Tobacco Control Commissioner has suspended the liquor licenses of five French Quarter strip clubs after undercover agents found prostitution, illegal drug use, and lewd acts at the establishments. ATC Commissioner Troy Hebert says the suspensions are a result of “Operation Trick or Treat”…:
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Three of the clubs are on historic Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The other two are just off Bourbon Street.

According to a report by InsuranceQuotes.com, Louisianians save an extra $548 on average when they bundle car and homeowner’s insurance from the same company. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon attributes this to State Farm, the largest insurance company in Louisiana…
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Louisiana’s bundle savings is the largest in the country.

Louisiana Alcohol and Tobacco Control suspends the liquor licenses of five French Quarter strip clubs after uncovering prostitution and drug use. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Of the 144 Louisiana legislative seats up for grabs statewide this year, only 19 remain to be decided in the November 21st runoff election. Only four of 39 Senate seats are left to be decided while 15 of 105 House seats are still on the ballot. Every Senate incumbent who sought re-election was successful while only three state representatives failed to retain their seat. Five sitting House members are in runoff elections. Early voting begins November 7th.

An InsuranceQuotes-dot-com reports shows Louisiana has the largest savings for bundling home and auto insurance. The study found that, on average, Louisianians save $548 by bundling. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says this report is an indicator of how much we can get back by bundling insurance and doing some research…

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According to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Louisiana has America’s 2nd-highest homeowner’s and 5th highest car insurance.

The Department of Children and Family Services is starting a statewide campaign to recruit more, greatly needed foster parents. Foster Parent Sheri Soper has children of her own and currently fosters two others. She says it’s rewarding to watch the kids grow and develop while in her care and gets satisfaction knowing they’re living in a safe environment…

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DCFS Secretary Suzy Sonnier says there is a critical need for foster homes, with over 300 children entering the system every month.

CNBC will host a GOP presidential debate tonight and once again Governor Bobby Jindal will not appear on the main stage. Jindal will participate in an undercard debate at 5PM along with three other candidates. LSU Political Science professor Robert Hogan says, in the national polls, Jindal is not performing well and time is running out…

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Jindal’s campaign argued he should be included in the main debate because of a recent surge of support in Iowa.

Louisiana’s Alcohol and Tobacco Control Commissioner Troy Hebert has suspended the liquor licenses of five French Quarter strip clubs after undercover agents found prostitution, illegal drug use, and lewd acts at the establishments. Hebert these businesses were running an operation that was a threat to public safety, which is why their liquor licenses were suspended…

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Hebert says at least seven other strip clubs are still being investigated.

The Department of Children and Family Services is making a statewide push to increase the amount of foster homes in the state. Emelie Gunn has more….

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The Morehouse Parish Sheriff’s Office reports that a drug bust has led to the arrest of one and the seizure of five pounds of high grade marijuana. Authorities say the marijuana was found at the home of 44-year-old Rufus Edmonds of Bastrop, along with a thousand dollars cash and drug paraphernalia. Edmonds is charged with third offense of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute among other charges. The marijuana has a street value of $40,000.

Tonight, CNBC will host a Republican presidential debate and once again Governor Bobby Jindal will not be on the main stage. The governor threatened to skip the undercard debate at 5PM, but after thinking about it, he will attend. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says it would have been a bad move if Jindal didn’t go…

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Hogan says Jindal really couldn’t pass up the opportunity for free exposure.

Department of Children and Family Services Secretary Suzy Sonnier says they’re starting a statewide campaign to recruit more, desperately needed foster parents. Sonnier says there is a critical need for foster homes, with over 300 children entering the system every month. She says with the shortage of homes available, in many cases, siblings are separated from each other…

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She says fostering is a temporary situation with a permanent impact.

Louisiana’s Alcohol and Tobacco Control Commissioner has suspended the liquor licenses of five French Quarter strip clubs after undercover agents found prostitution, illegal drug use, and lewd acts at the establishments. ATC Commissioner Troy Hebert says the suspensions are a result of “Operation Trick or Treat”…

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Three of the clubs are on historic Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The other two are just off Bourbon Street.

InsuranceQuotes.com reports Louisiana has the largest savings for bundling home and auto insurance. According to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Louisiana has America’s 2nd-highest homeowner’s and 5th highest car insurance. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says this study proves that there are loads of insurance savings to be had if people just shopped around…

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Louisianians save an extra $548 on average when car and homeowner’s insurance is from the same company.

The presidential GOP hopefuls will participate in a debate hosted by CNBC tonight and again Governor Bobby Jindal will not be on the main stage. Instead, Jindal and three others will participate in an undercard debate at 5 PM. LSU Political Science professor Robert Hogan says Jindal couldn’t pass up the opportunity for free exposure…

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Jindal’s campaign argued he should be included in the main debate because recent support gained in Iowa.

According to a report by InsuranceQuotes.com, Louisianians save an extra $548 on average when they bundle car and homeowner’s insurance from the same company. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon attributes this to State Farm, the largest insurance company in Louisiana…

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Louisiana’s bundle savings is the largest in the country.

The Department of Children and Family Services is starting a statewide campaign to recruit more, desperately needed foster parents. Secretary Suzy Sonnier says fostering is a temporary situation with a permanent impact. She says there are about 48-hundred children in foster care.

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Sonnier says there is a critical need for foster homes, with over 300 children entering the system every month.

The Pelicans opened their season with a 111-95 loss to the defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors. League MVP Stephen Curry led all scorers with 40 and Anthony Davis led the Pels with 18. The Pelicans hit Portland tonight to face the Trailblazers.

The ad wars have erupted in Lousiaina’s governor’s race. Democrat John Bel Edwards has a new TV ad that tells viewers Republican David Vitter only offers deception and hypocrisy. The Republican Governor’s Association released a spot that calls Edwards just another Obama liberal. UL Lafayette political science professor Pearson Cross says a negative tone has already been set in this race…
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Authorities in Tangipahoa Parish say a 14-year-old has been arrested after allegedly making an online threat against Hammond Schools…
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Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards says the suspect was taken into custody around 9AM.

In the November 21st runoff election, voters will decide who will become the next Lt. Governor between Democrat Kip Holden and Republican Billy Nungesser. Eric Gill reports…
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Slidell police say they are trying to determine who killed a family dog by placing a bag around its head. The deceased canine was found inside a home and it appears someone broke into the residence to kill the dog. Authorities say the homeowner recently received social media threats from an individual and had his property vandalized prior to the dog’s death.

Get ready to see a bunch of TV ads in the governor’s race. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The US Guard says they are investigating a report of a debris field off the coast of Mississippi in connection with a missing aircraft which is believed to have a Louisiana man on board. They say there were three people on the plane which has not been on radar since 12:30 Monday. The Coast Guard was notified last night and several agencies are assisting in the search. The flight reportedly first picked up a man in Ruston.

A teen from Hammond has been arrested for allegeldy posting a cartoon on online last night which was threatening to area schools. Cops say the image depicted a character with a gun saying if would be best if you don’t go to school in Hammond the next day. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards says there was no credibility to the threat and the teen is charged with terrorizing…:
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He says the FBI was first alerted about the online threat.

The heavy rainfall and strong winds we saw this past weekend has created some headaches for sugarcane farmers as they harvest their crop. LSU Ag Center sugarcane specialist, Kenneth Gravois, says the wet harvesting conditions make it more difficult and costly for the farmers and also slick roads cause problems as the crops head to the mills…:
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