Tragedy in Carencro as a toddler is hit and killed in a restaurant parking lot. Carencro Police Chief David Anderson says shortly after eight Tuesday night, a three-year-old girl ran into the parking lot at the Walk-On’s restaurant and was hit by a vehicle.

Cut 6 (09) “…into the driveway.”

The girl, who has been identified in a GoFundMe campaign as Ka’Mya J’Nae Williams, died of her injuries at a hospital.

The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children is inviting parents with kids under five years old to participate in their annual Parent Poll to learn about their child care arrangements. LPIC Research Director Heather Cope says they added questions to this year’s survey to find out if parents are satisfied with the care their child is receiving or if they wish they had better options.

Cut 10 (08) “…afford.” 

Election Day is now just five days away. LSU New Orleans Political Science Professor Ed Chervenak believes while the Senate Race between Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis has tightened a little, Letlow remains the prohibitive favorite to win.

Cut 4 (08) “…to 88-percent.”

An LSU legend helps the Dream avert a nightmare in Atlanta. Behind 15 points and 14 rebounds by Angel Reese, the Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries in Game Six of the WNBA Finals, 80-69. The game was moved to State Farm Arena and had to be played in the afternoon, because the Hawks have a home game this evening. Had the Valkyries won, they might have had to move their championship celebration to a practice court to accommodate the quick floor change. But with Atlanta extending the series to a seventh game, the two teams will just quickly shower up and board a flight to San Francisco.

A three-year-old girl is dead after being hit by a vehicle in a restaurant parking lot in Carencro. Investigators say Ka’Mya J’Nae Williams ran into the parking lot, and a driver ran her over while pulling forward to leave. They say alcohol was not a factor in the crash, and no charges are expected to be filed. Carencro Police Chief David Anderson says this incident has shaken the entire community to the core.

Cut 8 (09) “…obviously traumatized also.”

The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children is calling on parents who have children under the age of five to participate in their annual poll to find out about their child care arrangements. Heather Cope oversees research at LPIC and she says the input parents and guardians give is critical to understanding the needs of Louisiana families.

Cut 9 (09)  “…child care.”

Just five days to go until Election Day, and we’re getting analysis on where the U.S. Senate race stands. Joe Gallinaro reports.

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

We now know when the celebration of life for legendary LSU basketball coach Dale Brown will be held. It will be held on Wednesday, November 11th, at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center – the same building where he coached the Tigers for 25 years, including two Final Four appearances. Brown passed away last Friday at the age of 90.

Many people are grieving in Carencro over the death of a three-year-old child, who was struck and killed by a vehicle leaving the parking lot of Walk-On’s. Carencro Police Chief David Anderson says the tragic incident came after a Trunk-and-Treat event held at the restaurant…

Cut 7 (07) “…participated”

A GoFundMe has been launched for the little girl’s mother, Courtney Williams.

Just five days to go before Election Day, and the Jamie Davis campaign is feeling a little more optimistic after early voting, with Democrats outnumbering Republicans at the polls by 16-thousand. There were more than 92-thousand no-party voters casting early and absentee ballots, and LSU New Orleans Political Science Professor Ed Chervenak says the big caveat is we don’t know HOW they voted.

Cut 3 (08) “…particular individuals voted.”

In an effort to get more Republicans to polls on Tuesday, Election Day, President Trump is planning on holding a tele-rally to support Julia Letlow’s U-S Senate bid.

A class action lawsuit has been filed in Orleans Parish Civil District Court against online sports betting giants DraftKings and FanDuel. Attorney Jennifer Hoekstra (HOKE-strah), who represents plaintiffs Adrian Payton, Toi Smith and Yolanda Perkins, says the two companies go to great lengths to keep users addicted to online gambling.

Cut 13 (10)  “…them back in.”

Hoekstra says state law protects consumers from dangerously designed products

The State Fair of Louisiana begins today in Shreveport and runs through November 15^th. It’s the largest livestock show and carnival in the state. Russell Adams with the State Fair of Louisiana says every year the event attracts around 128-thousand people…

Cut 9 (04) “…the State Fair”

One of the main attractions this year is the Freedom 250 Ferris Wheel.

The Carencro community is shaken to the core after a three-year-old girl is hit and killed in a restaurant parking lot. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Former NBA signee RJ Luis and his attorneys are not giving up on him playing for LSU this season. A Baton Rouge judge enjoined LSU and the conference in an injunction that makes the former St. John’s star eligible and blocks the SEC from punishing LSU for rostering him. A preliminary injunction hearing will be held on November 13.

A class action lawsuit has been filed in Orleans Parish against sports betting apps Fan Duel and DraftKings alleging they induce and exploit addictive behaviors. Plantiffs attorney Jennifer Hoekstra says DraftKings and FanDuel use predatory methods to keep users addicted so that they can maximize their profits.

Cut 14 (09) “…a thousand dollars.”

One of the plantiffs alleges FanDuel gave him bonsues and deposit matches to entice him to bet.

Entergy Louisiana is offering eligible customers a one-time 100-dollar credit. The program funded by Entergy shareholder dollars, provides assistance to customers living below the federal povertly level and households that live that below the actual cost of living, also known as ALICE Households. Tami Chrisope (CHRIS-up) with the United Way of Southwest Louisiana says you can apply through your local United Way Office.

Cut 12 (11) “…things like that.”

Applications will be accepted as long as funds are available.

Tragedy in Carencro as a toddler is hit and killed in a restaurant parking lot. Carencro Police Chief David Anderson says shortly after eight Tuesday night, a three-year-old girl ran into the parking lot at the Walk-On’s restaurant and was hit by a vehicle.

Cut 6 (09) “…into the driveway.”

The girl, who has been identified in a GoFundMe campaign as Ka’Mya J’Nae Williams, died of her injuries at a hospital.

Entergy Louisiana has launched a two-million dollar bill credit program. Eligible customers can apply for a one-time 100-dollar bill credit issued. Your local United Way is taking applications and Tami Chrisope with the United Way of Southwest Louisiana says Entergy Louisiana takes pride in this venture…

Cut 11 (06) “…their customers

Entergy Louisiana will notify potentially eligible customers by email and encourage them to apply for the credit.

Colleges are looking at unique ways to raise revenue for their athletics department and Northwestern State is selling 100-dollar raffle tickets and the grand prize is a brand new 265-thousand home located in the new Hidden Oak Subdivision near Sibley Lake in Natchitoches. Northwestern State Athletics Director Kevin Boston says other prizes are available and you can do whatever you want with the house…

Cut 5 (13) “….help do that”

The deadline to purchase a raffle ticket is Tuesday and the winner will be drawn next Friday.

The State Fair of Louisiana opens its gates today in Shreveport. The Louisiana State Fair runs through November 15th and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Spokesperson Russell Adams says there’s something for everyone.

Cut 8 (10) “…a petting zoo.”

Three residents from Orleans Parish have filed a class action lawsuit against DraftKings, Fan Duel and local casino licenses, Amelia Belle Casino and Bally’s Baton Rouge, alleging the sports betting apps are intentionally designed and marketed to induce and exploit addictive behavior. Attorney Jennifer Hoekstra says the plaintiffs request full compensatory damages…

Cut 15 (12) “…through their licenses”

Hoekstra has been working on sportsbook addiction cases around the country.

Tigers Coach Lane Kiffin is surprised LSU and Alabama will be an afternoon kickoff on November seventh. Kiffin jokes, it makes sense given the feathers his Tigers might have ruffled in the league offices this year.

Cut 17 (12) “…I’m not surprised.”

Kick off is at 2:30.

Entergy Louisiana is offering eligible customers a one-time 100-dollar credit that would be issued through their local United Way. The program funded by Entergy shareholder dollars, provides assistance to customers living below the federal povertly level and households that live that below the actual cost of living, also known as ALICE Households. Tami Chrisope (CHRIS-up) with the United Way of Southwest Louisiana says you can apply through your local United Way Office.

Cut 12 (11) “…things like that.”

Applications will be accepted as long as funds are available.

The State Fair of Louisiana begins today in Shreveport and runs through November 15^th. It’s the largest livestock show and carnival in the state. Russell Adams with the State Fair of Louisiana says every year the event attracts around 128-thousand people…

Cut 9 (04) “…the State Fair”

One of the main attractions this year is the Freedom 250 Ferris Wheel.

President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social he will hold a major tele-rally for Julia Letlow, the Republican nominee in the U-S Senate race. The virtual rally will take place Monday night, the night before election day. Black early voter participation has been strong, a possible sign of growing support for Democratic U-S Senate nominee Jamie Davis.

The Louisiana State Fair gets underway today at the Fairgrounds in Shreveport. Joe Gallinaro has preview.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.”

A class action lawsuit has been filed in Orleans Parish against sports betting apps Fan Duel and DraftKings alleging they induce and exploit addictive behaviors. Plantiffs attorney Jennifer Hoekstra says DraftKings and FanDuel use predatory methods to keep users addicted so that they can maximize their profits.

Cut 14 (09) “…a thousand dollars.”

One of the plantiffs alleges FanDuel gave him bonsues and deposit matches to entice him to bet.

You could win a 265-thousand-dollar home by purchasing a 100-dollar raffle ticket from the Northwestern State athletics department. NSU partnered with Rhodes Properties and Developments to create the Demon Dream Home Giveaway to support the operating budgets for the school’s 14 varsity sports. Northwestern State Athletic Director Kevin Bostian (“Boston”) says they approached him with the idea of donating the three-bedroom house to raffle off, and he was all for it.

Cut 4 (10) “…backs of donors.”

Eligible Entergy Louisiana customers can apply for a one-time 100-dollar bill credit. The credit is issued through local United Way chapters. Tami Chrisope (CHRIS-up) with the United Way of Southwest Louisiana says eligibility is expanded beyond customers living below the federal poverty level.

Cut 10 (08) “…necessities every month.”

Chrisope says since many ALICE customers do not qualify for traditional assistance programs, Entergy Louisiana is extending eligibility to fill that gap. Contact your local United Way office to apply.

The State Fair of Louisiana opens its gates today in Shreveport. The Louisiana State Fair runs through November 15th and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Spokesperson Russell Adams says there’s something for everyone.

Cut 8 (10) “…a petting zoo.”

The two biggest online sports betting companies are facing a class action lawsuit filed in New Orleans.

Cut 3 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Baton Rouge Judge Ronald Johnson signed an order yesterday that says former St. John’s basketball star, RJ Luis, can play for the Tigers this season and the SEC can not punish LSU if he does play. The SEC is adamant that Luis can not play college basketball and it’s a reason why they filed a federal lawsuit against LSU. Luis’s eligibility is in question because he previously signed contracts with two different NBA teams.