The Saints are currently riding a 2 game win streak going into their game against the Vikings this Sunday. New Orleans running back Keandre Miller did not practice this week with an ankle injury and defensive end Isaiah Foskey did not practive as well due to a quadricep injury. Former LSU star receiver Justin Jefferson has started to practice this week, but is not expected to start for the Vikings against the Saints. The Saints will play the Vikings on Sunday at noon on Fox.

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Southern Miss is just 2 and 7 this season as they face a 5 and 4 ULL Ragin Cajuns team that is focused on becoming bowl eligible this week. On the defensive side of the ball, USM running back Frank Gore Junior will be trouble for the Ragin Cajuns defense. And on the offensive side of the ball, ULL Head Coach Michael Desormeaux knows that becoming bowl eligible will be a little bit of a challenge this week with their change at quarterback.

Cut 17 (17) “ … play for us.”

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The LSU Tigers are ranked nineteenth as they head into an important matchup against the Florida Gators this Saturday. LSU offensive guard Garrett Dellinger believes that the Bayou Bengals are more motivated to play now than ever before.

Cut 19 (12) “ …ton of stuff to play for.”

The Tigers and Gators will battle on Saturday at 6:30pm with kickoff on the SEC Network.

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The LSU Lady Tigers who are coming off of a shocking loss to the Colorado Buffaloes will have their home opener tonight against Queens in what should be an easy rebound game for the Tigers. Head Coach Kim Mulkey coached the Tigers to a national championship last year that will be honored tonight in the PMAC.

Cut 12 (10) “ … great memories”

Before the game at 7, the 2022 National Championship team will receive their championship rings and the 2022 national championship banner will be raised inside the PMAC.

While New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell is in Kenya for a UN Meeting on plastics pollution she has been charged by the State Ethics Board for violating state ethics law for improperly taking 15 first-class flights over two years.  2 international flights and 13 domestic flights were the subject of weeks of controversy pressuring Cantrell to reimburse the City of New Orleans $28,856 around a year ago. The Ethics Adjudicatory Board will likely hear the case and could censure or fine Cantrell up to $10,000.

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. As a single mother herself, she says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will help parents across the country.

Cut 3 (10) “….this childcare.”

Louisiana’s own Lainey Wilson took home five CMA awards last night.  Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

With an anticipated low voter turnout of less than 15 percent for the November 18th election, early voting indicates turnout might be slightly higher than anticipated. And John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office expects turnout to increase on election day.

Cut 6 (11) “…good sign.”

There are four constitutional amendments and three statewide offices that are still in play with a runoff on the November 18^th Ballot. John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office says GEAUXVOTE dot com…

Cut 8 (12) “….your ballot.” 

New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell has been charged by the State Ethics Board for violating state ethics law by improperly taking 15 first-class flights over two years.  2 international flights and 13 domestic flights were the subject of weeks of controversy pressuring Cantrell to reimburse the City of New Orleans $28,856 around a year ago. The Ethics Adjudicatory Board will likely hear the case and could censure or fine Cantrell up to $10,000.

Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won five CMA awards last night tying a record set by Johnny Cash in 1969. Among her awards… Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year. The 31-year-old from Baskin thanked all the female country artists who came before her and the ones alongside her…

Cut 11 (10) “…of that.”

The awards aired on ABC.

The reigning National Champions in women’s basketball, the LSU Lady Tigers get their rings and are recognized with a banner in the PMAC tonight! Head Coach Kim Mulkey talks about a part that’s meaningful to her in the ceremony…

Cut 12 (10) “…great memories.”  

Louisiana’s own Lainey Wilson took home five CMA awards last night.  Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

Before tonight’s game against Queens, the reigning National Champions in women’s basketball, the LSU Lady Tigers will be recognized with a banner, and they’ll also receive their rings. Doors will open earlier than usual at 5:30 for fans tonight at the PMAC. The ceremony will be at 6:20 and Tip-off is at 7 o’clock.

A bill authored by Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow aims to increase access to childcare for small businesses.  Letlow says resolving childcare issues is vital for the economy and families.

Cut 5 (12) “ …young parents.”  

The bill would require the U.S. Small Business Administration to conduct a study on the needs and challenges of for-profit childcare providers and identify resources.  Ohio Representative Democrat Greg Landsman is co-sponsoring the bill with Letlow.

Early voting indicates turnout for the November 18^th election might be slightly higher than the 15 to 18 percent anticipated. With only one full day left to vote, John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office reminds everyone polls open at 8:30 am and close at 6:00 pm.

Cut 7 (12) “…voting.” 

More Louisiana voters are showing up at the polls during the early voting for the November 18^th election than predicted. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.” 

Voters can also visit www.sos.la.gov for information and there’s still time to early vote till 6 pm today, or between 8:30 am and 6:00 pm on Saturday. State offices are closed tomorrow to recognize Veterans Day.

Louisiana Native Lanie Wilson was a big winner in The Country Music Awards that aired on ABC last night! Wilson’s win in five categories in one year ties the record first set by Johnny Cash in 1969. The 31-year-old from Baskin led the competition with nine nominations and recalled how significant her ninth year was as a child.

Cut 10 (12) “….very first time.” 

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. Letlow says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act would require the U.S. Small Business Administration to conduct a study on the needs and challenges of for-profit childcare providers and identify resources. Since the pandemic, Letlow says many working mothers had to leave the workforce.

Cut 4 (06) “…adequate childcare.”

More Louisiana voters are showing up at the polls during the early voting for the November 18^th election than predicted. Teiko Foxx has more…

Cut 1 (34)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.” 

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Louisiana’s own Lainey Wilson took home five CMA awards last night.  Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.” 

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Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. As a single mother herself, she says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will help parents across the country.

Cut 3 (10) “….this childcare.”

The bill would require the U.S. Small Business Administration to conduct a study on the needs and challenges of for-profit childcare providers and identify resources. Since the pandemic, Letlow says many working mothers had to leave the workforce.

Cut 4 (06) “…adequate childcare.”

With small businesses still struggling post-pandemic to find qualified workers, Letlow says resolving childcare issues is vital for the economy and families.

Cut 5 (12) “ …young parents.”  

Ohio Representative Democrat Greg Landsman is co-sponsoring the bill with Letlow.

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With an anticipated low voter turnout of less than 15 percent for the November 18th election, early voting indicates turnout might be slightly higher than anticipated. And John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office expects turnout to increase on election day.

Cut 6 (11) “…good sign.”

Nearly 178 thousand voters showed up to cast their ballot at the close of early voting yesterday.

Out of nearly 3 million registered voters, only 36 percent showed up for the October 18^th gubernatorial election. With only one full day left to vote, Tobler reminds everyone polls open at 8:30 am and close at 6:00 pm.

Cut 7 (12) “…(x2) early voting.” 

There are four constitutional amendments and three statewide offices that are still in play with a runoff. Tobler says GEAUXVOTE dot com…

Cut 8 (12) “….your ballot.” 

Voters can also visit www.sos.la.gov for information.

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Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won five CMA awards last night. She took home Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and when she won Album of the Year…

Cut 9 (18) “…feel something.” 

Wilson’s win in five categories in one year ties the record first set by Johnny Cash in 1969. The 31-year-old from Baskin led the competition with nine nominations and recalled how significant her ninth year was as a child.

Cut 10 (11) “….very first time.” 

Wilson thanked all the female country artists who came before her and the ones alongside her…

Cut 11 (10) “…of that.”

The awards aired on ABC.

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Before tonight’s game against Queens, the reigning National Champions in women’s basketball, the LSU Lady Tigers will be recognized with a banner, and they’ll also receive their rings. Head Coach Kim Mulkey says she’s looking forward to tonight’s ceremony, not just for herself but for her players.

Cut 12 (10) “…great memories.”  

Mulkey recalls her thoughts during the final seconds of that game…

Cut 13 (13) “…really happening.”

Doors will open earlier than usual at 5:30 for fans tonight at the PMAC. The ceremony will be at 6:20 and Tip-off is at 7 o’clock.

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Cut 15 (11) “…is deceased”

Cut  16 (10)   “…was wrong”

With an anticipated low voter turnout of less than 15 percent for the November 18th election, early voting indicates turnout might actually be slightly higher than anticipated. And John Tobler with the Secretary of State’s Office expects turnout to increase on Election Day.

Cut 6 (11) “…good sign.”

The reigning Women’s Basketball National Champions are getting their rings tonight before their home opener. The LSU Lady Tigers Head Coach Kim Mulkey recalls her thoughts during the final seconds of the championship game…

Cut 13 (14) “…really happening.”

Doors will open earlier than usual at 5:30 for fans tonight at the PMAC. The ceremony will be at 6:20 and Tip-off is at 7 o’clock.

The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control is planning to release a list of vape products on Friday that can be legally sold. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (30)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The Saints are currently riding a 2 game win streak going into their game against the Vikings this Sunday, but in order to win New Orleans Head Coach Dennis Allen says that the Saints need to improve the play of their defensive line. According to Allen the Saints defensive line can no longer allow the quarterback to run the ball and lose one-on-one matchups if they want to beat a Vikings offensive line that has played well up to unto this point. The Saints will play the Vikings on Sunday at noon on Fox.

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Southern Miss is just 2 and 7 this season as they face a 5 and 4 ULL Ragin Cajuns team that is focused on becoming bowl eligible this week. ULL Head Coach Michael Desormeaux knows that becoming bowl eligible won’t be easy as his defense faces a huge run threat on Saturday.

Cut 18 (13) “ … dialed in there.”

The Cajuns will face Frank Gore Junior who has rushed for nearly a 1,000 yards this season as well as 378 yards and three touchdowns in the Golden Eagles last two games.

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The LSU Tigers are ranked nineteenth as they head into an important matchup against the Florida Gators this Saturday. Tigers Quarterback Jayden Daniels did not practice Wednesday, but is now listed as eligible for the Florida matchup this Saturday. LSU offensive guard Garrett Dellinger believes that the Bayou Bengals are more motivated to play now than ever before.

Cut 19 (12) “ …ton of stuff to play for.”

The Tigers and Gators will battle on Saturday at 6:30pm with kickoff on the SEC Network.

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The short handed New Orleans Pelicans are on a 3 losing streak as a 122 to 101 loss to the Timberwolves has put them at 4 and 4 on the year and third in the Southwest standings behind Dallas and Houston. In other basketball news, the LSU Lady Tigers will have their home opener tonight against Queens where before the game at 7, the 2022 National Championship team will be honored and the 2022 national championship banner will be raised inside the PMAC.

Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won five CMA awards last night. She took home Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, and when she won Album of the Year…

Cut 9 (18) “…feel something.” 

The awards aired on ABC.

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow has introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access to childcare for small businesses. As a single mother herself, she says the Childcare Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will help parents across the country.

Cut 3 (11) “….this childcare.”

Governor-elect Jeff Landry has been criticized for forming an exploratory committee on the city of New Orleans that doesn’t include city leaders. No one from the mayor’s office, the Orleans Parish DA’s office nor the New Orleans Police Department were asked to sit on the committee. Landry campaigned that he was the best candidate to address rising crime, an issue that has plagued the Crescent City.

Cut 12 (04) “…major problems.” 

He says the committee will identify issues first and then approach city leaders with solutions.

Before tonight’s game against Queens, the reigning National Champions in women’s basketball, the LSU Lady Tigers will be recognized with a banner, and they’ll also receive their rings. Head Coach Kim Mulkey says she’s looking forward to tonight’s ceremony, not just for herself but for her players.

Cut 24 (10) “…great memories.”  

Doors will open earlier than usual at 5:30 for fans tonight at the PMAC. The ceremony will be at 6:20.

State police say a motorcyclist was killed Wednesday evening in a multi-vehicle crash on LA 413 in West Baton Rouge Parish. Authorities say 58-year-old Pleasant Rushing was driving on LA-413 south of US 190 when he ran into a car making a left turn into a private driveway. Rushing was ejected from his motorcycle, and while he was lying in the roadway, he was hit by another vehicle. The investigation is ongoing.

Louisiana veterans will be honored at a wreath-laying ceremony today at the Veterans Memorial Park. Brooke Thorington has more…

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

A new state law requires vape products to be registered with A-T-C in order to be legally sold. The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control is publishing a list on Friday of vape products that retailers can sell. Agency Commissioner Ernest Legier says for a vape product to be on the registry, it must receive FDA approval.

Cut 7 (08) “…pre-marketing list.”

FDA approved a new type two diabetes drug called Zepbound for chronic weight management. Director of Bariatric Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, Dr. Catherine Hudson says the cost may put the drug out of reach for many people given only a small amount of insurance providers are willing to cover weight loss medication.

Cut 15 (13) “…for obesity.”