The drawing for Saturday’s Powerball Jackpot hits an all-time high at $1.6 billion, with a cash value of $782-million. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Dustin Annison says the current multi-state Powerball Jackpot has been growing since August 6th
Cut 3 (06) “…in history.”
Lotto fever has hit Louisiana, Annison says since the beginning of August .Powerball ticket sales in the Bayou State through Thursday night are over 25-million.

A Louisiana legend will be laid to rest on Saturday as funeral services will be held for rock n roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis. The funeral will take place at Young’s Funeral Home at 11 A-M in Ferriday. Owner of Mid South Broadcasting Jim Bob Allgood says one of the three cousins of Ferriday is one of the speakers….
cut 15 (12) “…Clyde Ray Webber”
The funeral services will be streamed on mid-south-dot-tv. Lewis died last week at the age of 87.

Tornado watches are posted in Texas and Oklahoma and that severe weather is heading Louisiana’s way. Matt Hemingway with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says there’s a medium-to-high chance for tornadoes for northwest and north central Louisiana this evening…
cut 13 (11) “…spring time”

Hubig’s pie factory in New Orleans burned down 10 years ago leaving residents empty-handed after being sold traditionally since 1921. Now the Pie maker has a new location in Elmwood. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says the production lines are ready to bake…
Cut 27 (09) “…years ago.”
A date is not set for when Hubig’s pies will be available to the public again.

Today, Louisiana State Police graduated its first accelerated cadet class, which includes only former law enforcement officers. Sgt. Monroe Dillon says it’s a big day for State Police.
Cut 6 (07) “…be awesome”
Dillon says this class of 23 will bring LSP up to approximately 950 troopers. He says each regional troop will get two or three new troopers from this class.

Don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour Saturday night as daylight-saving time ends. And while it takes a few days to adjust to the time change Dr. Michelle Moore, Chief of Psychology at LSU Health New Orleans says gaining daylight in the morning can improve your mood and…
Cut 9 (07) “…during the morning.”
On the downside, if you’re used to having extra daylight at the end of the day the time change is a disappointment.

What’s green, 60-feet-long, can carry a Grammy-winning artist, blast confetti out of its mouth, and bring tourists to the state? Brooke Thorington has the answer.
Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Many people looking to buy a new home are concerned the Federal Reserve has raised the prime lending rate by three-quarters of a percent, but Louisiana REALTORS trade association CEO Norman Morris advises potential buyers to stay positive…:
Cut 10 (07) “…according to Freddie Mac.”

Northwest and north central Louisiana are under an enhanced risk for severe weather tonight and into the overnight hours. Matt Hemingway with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says a strong cold front will collide with warm air to create severe thunderstorms…

Cut 12 (06) “…. also tornadoes.” 

LSU fans are gearing up for tomorrow’s big game between the Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. StubHub’s Ray Clark says they have more than 35 hundred tickets on their site but advises fans not to wait until the last minute for prices to go down. He says the cheapest ticket is currently 165 dollars…

Cut 8 (13)  “…last year.”
LSU has not defeated Alabama in Tiger Stadium since 2010.

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will make a repeat performance and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says it’s a great return on investment for tourism.

Cut 13 (08) “…lagniappe.”

The word is out that New Orleans Original treat, Hubig’s pies are making a comeback. Whitney Thomas has the ingredients.

Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

Baton Rouge police are investigating a tragic case of a one-year-old boy who died Monday with fentanyl in his system, according to the coroner’s office. WAFB TV reports the child was initially taken to a clinic in Baton Rouge, abandoned, and pronounced dead at a hospital. The Baton Rouge TV station also reports DCFS told them the child was the subject of an open investigation that fell through the cracks.

10th-ranked LSU is a 12.5-point underdog on Saturday night against sixth-ranked Alabama.

Cut 2 (31)  “… I’m Jeff Palermo”

There are growing concerns among those in real estate after the feds increased the interest rate and the impact it could have on mortgage rates. CEO of Louisiana Realtors Norman Morris says with rates around 6 to 7 and a half percent it’s still manageable as opposed to double-digit rates 34 years ago. Morris says don’t put off buying because potential buyers can always adjust their mortgage rate later…:

Cut  11 (06)  “…as time goes on.”

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be back for a repeat performance. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says if the sight of the longest float in the parade, crawling down the street. isn’t enough to get the crowd’s attention, Grammy winner Trombone Shorty will be along for the ride.

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This week the Federal Reserve lifted its key interest rate another three-quarters of a percentage point as a way to curb inflation. It’s the sixth rate hike this year and it affects the borrowing costs for consumers and businesses. Louisiana Realtors Trade Association CEO Norman Morris says still encourages home buyers to follow through with their purchase and interest rate relief will come…
cut 12 (07) “….before that happens”

Hubig’s pie factory in New Orleans burned down 10 years ago leaving residents empty-handed after being sold traditionally since 1921. Now the Pie maker has a new location in Elmwood. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says the production lines are ready to bake…
Cut 4 (09) “…years ago.”
No date is set n when Hubig’s pies will be available to the public again.

LSU fans are gearing up for tomorrow’s big game between the Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide. StubHub’s Ray Clark says they have more than 35-hundred tickets on their site, but advises fans not to wait until the last minute for prices to go down. He says the cheapest ticket is currently 165-dollars …
cut 8 (13) “….last year”
LSU has not defeated Alabama in Tiger Stadium since 2010.

And Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is likely done for the season as he needs surgery to repair a dislocated toe. He’s only played in three games this season and Quarterback Andy Dalton says it stinks that Thomas can not help them during the second half of this season…
cut 18 (10) “…this point”
The Saints host the Ravens on Monday night.

The Federal Reserve raised lending rates by three-quarters of a percent this week. What effect might that have on Louisiana’s real estate market…?
Cut 2 (29) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

The National Weather Service says says there’s an enhanced risk of severe weather for northwest Louisiana and over into the Ruston area for tonight and into the overnight hours. There’s a medium chance for tornadoes, winds up to 70 miles per hour and ping pong ball-sized hail. A cold front will move across the entire state tonight and into tomorrow morning.

Louisiana’s Celebration Gator, the 60-foot-long gator float that premiered at last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be back for a repeat performance and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says it’s proven to be a great return on investment for state tourism.
Cut 13 (08) “…lagniappe.”
Nungesser says Grammy award winning and New Orleans-own Trombone Shorty will be performing on the float as well.

Here’s a huge sign that Hubig’s Pies are close to producing fruit-filled pies again. Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says they are hiring as their new facility in Elmwood is ready to start baking…
cut 5 (13) “….production side”
Hubig’s pies were a staple in the Big Easy for decades until a fire burned down their facility in New Orleans in 2012.

A federal judge rules conditions in the South Compound at David Wade Correctional Center in Claiborne Parish are so severe they violate the constitutional rights of inmates being held in solitary confinement. Melanie Bray brought suit against Wade Center on behalf of people held there. She says now that a judge has ruled on the evidence, the trial moves to the remedy phase in January…:
CUT 25(09) “…conditions there constitutional.”

In New Orleans, anticipation is building as Hubig’s Pies are on the verge of making a come back. The fruit filled pies went away ten years ago when a fire destroyed its New Orleans factory, but the company has a new facility in Jefferson Parish…
cut 6 (08) “…great anticipation”
Jefferson Economic Development Commission CEO Jerry Bologna says Hubig’s is hiring and plans to start making the pies again for public consumption sooner rather than later.

What’s green, 60-feet-long, can carry a Grammy-winning artist, blast confetti out of its mouth, and bring tourists to the state? Brooke Thorington has the answer.
Cut 3 (32) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

LSU fans are hoping for a good performance by their Tigers tomorrow night when the Bayou Bengals host sixth ranked Alabama. StubHub’s Ray Clark says demand is high for this one…
cut 9 (10) “…the season”
The cheapest tickets on their site are going for 165-dollars.

The Federal Reserve has raised the prime lending rate by three-quarters of a percent, but homebuyers shouldn’t panic. That’s according to Louisiana REALTORS trade association CEO Norman Morris advises potential buyers to not let such news put off plans to buy property…:
Cut 10 (07) “…according to Freddie Mac.”
Morris says despite the fed increase, mortgage rates are – on average – a bit lower than they were two weeks ago.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser announces the state’s Celebration Gator float will once again be in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and they’ll have a riverboat float int he New Year’s Day Tournament of Roses Parade on January 2nd. Nungesser says both marketing tools paid off for the state last year…
cut 15 (09) “…over Louisiana’

News is spreading fast on social media that a New Orleans Original treat, the Hubig’s pies, are making a comeback. Whitney Thomas tells the tasty tale.
Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Whitney Thomas.”

The top-ten matchup between LSU and Alabama this Saturday is a hot ticket if you want to get into Death Valley. StubHub supply manager Ray Clark says demand has really increased over the last week…
Cut 7 (11) “…last week.”