LSU’s record-breaking year unanimously lands their offensive big three on the All-SEC 1^st team. QB Joe Burrow, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, and receiver Ja’Marr Chase all made the cut after shattering individual and Conference-wide records during this season’s undefeated regular season campaign. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says you’ve got to share the credit for these with the team’s new passing game coordinator…

Cut 9 (08) “…players.”

LSU’s lone defensive first-teamer was freshman cornerback Derrick Stingley Jr., who also nabbed Newcomer of the Year. Nunez says Stingley may end his career as LSU best ever defensive back.

Cut 10 (07) “…today.”

No. 9 Alabama led the Conference in total 1^st team nods with five.

Heisman finalists will be announced at 7PM tonight, with the award being given out Saturday night in New York.

After losing to the 49ers Sunday the Saints will need some luck to win home-field for the NFC playoffs. Over the next three weeks, Green Bay must lose once and San Fran needs to lose twice or lose to Seattle, plus the Saints need to win out. QB Drew Brees…

Cut 12 (07) “even more opportunities.” 

Both of the state’s FCS playoff hopefuls bounced out of the tournament Saturday, with Nicholls losing 37-13 against North Dakota State, and Southeastern Louisiana University fell 73-28 to Montana.

Louisiana Tech is heading to a bowl game for a sixth consecutive season and they will not have to travel far. The Bulldogs will face Miami in the Walk On’s Independence Bowl on December 26th at Independence Stadium in Shreveport. Miami’s head coach is Manny Diaz, who was a former defensive coordinator at La Tech. Tech Coach Skip Holtz…

cut 20 (18) “the ball”    

The Public Affairs Research Council claims the secret ballot process for Senate President nominations is unconstitutional. Matt Doyle has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

Louisiana State Police arrest a man in New Orleans after he allegedly aggressively brandished a sword towards another man during an argument. The incident happened Saturday and Troopers have charged 42-year-old Travis Fisher with aggravated assault. When troopers arrived on the scene, they witnessed the suspect waving a sword in an aggressive manner.

Four LSU stars make first-team All-SEC as the Purple and Gold head into the College Football playoffs. QB Joe Burrow, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, receiver Ja’Marr Chase and freshman cornerback Derrick Stingley Jr all made first-team. Tiger Rag Magazine Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says safety Jacoby Stevens was a shocking snub on the list despite his numerous weekly awards and consistently high level of play.

Cut 11 (10) “…team.”

A crash in St. Landry Parish Saturday claims the lives of two women from Opelousas. State Police now have a man in custody after the driver fled the scene. State Trooper Thomas Gossen says a car mirror left at the scene was evidence enough to develop a suspect.

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The Public Affairs Research Council claims the secret ballot process for Senate President nominations is unconstitutional. Matt Doyle has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”

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Four Tigers make the All-SEC first team on the heels of the Purple and Gold’s record-breaking season. Brooke Thornington has more…

cut  2 (30) “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”    

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A crash in St. Landry Parish Saturday claims the lives of two women from Opelousas. State Police now have a man in custody after the driver fled the scene. State Trooper Thomas Gossen says a car mirror left at the scene was evidence enough to develop a suspect.

Cut 3 (06) “…yesterday evening”

42-year old Kizzy Greene and 41-year old Angela Broussard were both killed when they were standing in the northbound lane of LA 749.

Gossen says Michael Thibodeaux of Washington has been charged with hit and run driving.

Cut 4 (11) “…render aid”

Reports from “The Advocate” indicate one of the victims in the crash received a call earlier Saturday night that her son had been found dead, she was overcome with grief and ran out onto the highway.

Gossen says Thibodeaux’s could be hit with a heftier charge of hit and run because two fatalities occurred as a result of the accident as opposed to leaving an accident and not causing injury.

Cut 5 (11) “…or death”

Another pedestrian was also injured in the accident.

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The Public Affairs Research Council is decrying what they say is an unconstitutional secret ballot nomination process for the Senate Presidency.

The final vote for Senate President is public, but the crucial first step of nominating people for the position is not. PAR President Robert Travis Scott says the process is against the law.

Cut 6 (10) “…ballot.”

The rule was adopted in 2015 when former President John Alario won a unanimous vote.

The Senate President is one of the most powerful positions at the Capitol, controlling appointments, chairmanships, procedures, and more. Scott says it’s too crucial a process for any secrecy.

Cut 7 (09) “…take”

Scott hopes the Senate will overturn the rule before they nominate because no vote a publicly elected official makes should be secret.

Cut 8 (11) “public.”

Lafayette Senator Page Cortez is the frontrunner for the January 13^th election.

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Four LSU stars make first team All-SEC as the Purple and Gold head into the College Football playoffs with the 1^st seed, and an undefeated record.

The offenses big three of QB Joe Burrow, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, and receiver Ja’Marr Chase featured on the offensive first team. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez…

Cut 9 (08) “…players.”

No. 9 Alabama led the Conference in total 1^st team nods with five.

LSU’s lone defensive first-teamer was freshman cornerback Derrick Stingley Jr., who also nabbed Newcomer of the Year. Nunez says Stingley may end his career as LSU best ever defensive back.

Cut 10 (07) “…today.”

Stingley has nabbed six picks and defended 15 passes, the second-most in the nation.

Nunez says safety Jacoby Stevens was a shocking snub on the list despite his numerous weekly awards and consistently high level of play.

Cut 11 (10) “…team.”

Guard Damian Lewis, receiver Justin Jefferson, linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson, corner Kristian Fulton, and safety Grant Delpit made the second-team All-SEC.

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After losing to the 49ers Sunday the Saints will need some luck to win home-field for the NFC playoffs.  Over the next three weeks, Green Bay must lose once and San Fran needs to lose twice or a lose to Seattle, plus the Saints need to win out.

QB Drew Brees says the team is capable of that kind of run.

Cut 12 (07) “even more opportunities.” 

Brees says they are a better-performing squad than what was put out on Sunday.

Cut 13 (08) “…you gotta score.”

Brees says the failed two-point conversion at the end of the 4^th quarter was a play that the time liked, but a misalignment by the Niners worked in San Fran’s favor.

Cut 14 (08) “…make any excuses.”

Saints are currently with 3^rd seed in the playoff and will not receive a bye week if the cards don’t fall just right.

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Cut 15 (12) “…faculty.”

Cut 16  (10)  …bargain.” 

The Public Affairs Research Council is decrying what they say is an unconstitutional secret ballot nomination process for the Senate Presidency. The final vote for Senate President is public, but the crucial first step of nominating people for the position is not. PAR President Robert Travis Scott says the process is against the law.

Cut 6 (10) “…ballot.”

Four LSU stars make first team All-SEC as the Purple and Gold head into the College Football playoffs with the 1^st seed, and an undefeated record. LSU’s lone defensive first-teamer was freshman cornerback Derrick Stingley Jr., who also nabbed Newcomer of the Year. Tiger Rag Magazine Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says Stingley may end his career as LSU best-ever defensive back.

Cut 10 (07) “…today.”

Stingley has nabbed six picks and defended 15 passes, the second-most in the nation.

A crash in St. Landry Parish Saturday claims the lives of two women from Opelousas. State Police now have Michael Thibodeaux in custody after the driver fled the scene. State Trooper Thomas Gossen says Thibodeaux’ charge of hit and run driving could receive a much stronger sentencing because two fatalities occurred as a result of the accident as opposed to leaving an accident and not causing injury.

Cut 5 (11) “…or death”

Another pedestrian was also injured in the accident.

After losing to the 49ers Sunday the Saints will need some luck to win home-field for the NFC playoffs.  Over the next three weeks, Green Bay must lose once and San Fran needs to lose twice or a lose to Seattle, plus the Saints need to win out.

QB Drew Brees says they are a better-performing squad than what was put out on Sunday.

Cut 13 (08) “…you gotta score.”

Four LSU stars make first team all SEC as the Purple and Gold head into the College Football playoffs with the 1^st seed, and an undefeated record. The offenses big three of QB Joe Burrow, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire, and receiver Ja’Marr Chase featured on the offensive first team. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez…

Cut 9 (08) “…players.”

A hit and run accident in St. Landry Parish Saturday claims the lives of two women and State Police now have a man in custody. Reports from “The Advocate” indicate one of the victims received a call earlier that her son had been found dead, she was overcome with grief and ran out onto the highway. State Trooper Thomas Gossen says Michael Thibodeaux has been charged with hit and run driving.

Cut 4 (11) “…render aid”

Work to widen and improve I-12 between US 190 and LA 59 begins in the upcoming weeks. The first phase is being handled by James Construction Group and is estimated to cost $55 million.  DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson says the project has been in the works for a while.

Cut 7 (10) “…potential rear ends.”

After losing to the 49ers Sunday the Saints will need some luck to win home-field for the NFC playoffs.  Over the next three weeks, Green Bay must lose once and San Fran needs to lose twice or a lose to Seattle, plus the Saints need to win out.

QB Drew Brees says the team is capable of that kind of run.

Cut 12 (07) “even more opportunities.” 

Members of the LSU Board of Supervisors express concern that a new A-C-T policy allowing students to retake specific sections of the test is economically discriminatory. Board member Remy Starns says the test system is already biased towards well off kids, because at this time because while 70 percent of students take the test more than once…
Cut 15 (10) “…some do”
VP for enrollment management Joe Aviles notes as other states allow the policy, Lousiana may be forced to join them to allow their students to remain competitive.

A crash in St. Landry Parish Saturday claims the lives of two women from Opelousas. State Police now have a man in custody after the driver fled the scene. State Trooper Thomas Gossen says a car mirror left at the scene was evidence enough to develop a suspect.

Cut 3 (11) “…yesterday evening”

Impeachment proceedings continue this morning in House Judiciary where members will review articles of impeachment drawn up over the weekend…

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle.”

The LSU Board of Supervisors is concerned a new ACT policy may be discriminating against students from lower-income households. Matt Doyle has the story.

Cut 3 (30) “ I’m Matt Doyle.”

Work to widen and improve I-12 between US 190 and LA 59 begins in the upcoming weeks. DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson says motorists’ patience is appreciated…
Cut 9 (07) “…pinch in traffic.”
Wilson anticipates construction will take about two years for all phases to be completed.

LSU is in the college football playoff for the first time ever. The Tigers are the number one seed and they’ll play Oklahoma in a national semifinal game in Atlanta on December 28. This is Oklahoma’s fourth appearance in the playoff, but they have yet to win a game. Sooners coach Lincoln Riley says the experience will help, but it will not determine who wins in Atlanta…
Cut  12 (12) “…to that” 
The number one seed has yet to win the C-F-P in five years.
The House Judiciary Committee meets again this morning to review articles of impeachment drafted this weekend by Democrats. Impeachment proceedings are beginning to move quickly, and Judiciary Committee member and Benton Congressman Mike Johnson says we could see a resolution soon.

Cut 4 (08) “…week”

Johnson says Republicans are being kept out of the loop on what to expect today, so no one is really sure how Democrats will approach crafting the articles.

LSU is in the college football playoff for the first time ever. The Tigers are the number one seed and they’ll play Oklahoma in a national semifinal game in Atlanta on December 28. LSU Coach Ed Orgeron says getting into the playoff is an accomplishment, but it’s not the final destination

Cut 10 (10) “takes us”

The number one seed has yet to win the C-F-P in five years.

Members of the LSU Board of Supervisors express concern that a new A-C-T policy allowing students to retake specific sections of the test is economically discriminatory.  Board member Remy Starns says many kids from poor families don’t have the luxury of constantly retaking the vital college admissions test.

Cut 13 (10) “…once.”

The House Judiciary Committee meets again this morning to review articles of impeachment drafted this weekend by Democrats. Impeachment proceedings are beginning to move quickly, and Judiciary Committee member and Benton Congressman Mike Johnson says Republicans are being kept out of the loop on what to expect today, so no one is really sure how Democrats will approach crafting the articles.

Cut 5 (04) “…develops”

New Orleans Democratic Congressman Cedric Richmond also sits on the committee.

Work to widen and improve I-12 between US 190 and LA 59 begins in the upcoming weeks. DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson says while funding for the initial two phases is coming from both St. Tammany Parish and the state, much of the funding is federal grant money.

Cut 8 (12) “…competitive and successful.”

The first phase is estimated to cost $55 million, while phase two is estimated to cost $38 million.

09:30 LRN Newscast December 9th
The House Judiciary Committee meets again this morning to review articles of impeachment drafted this weekend by Democrats. Judiciary Committee member and Benton Congressman Mike Johnson says we could see a resolution soon. Johnson, a Republican, says the new sense of urgency from Democrats leading the impeachment charge is thanks to a political clock that is starting to rapidly tick down…
CUT 06 (07) “coming up”
A protracted impeachment process could pull Democrat presidential contenders off the campaign trail.
A good number of Louisianans who get SNAP food benefits may lose them soon, under tighter, new work requirements enacted by the USDA & the Trump white House. The state Department of Children & Family Services says it’s unclear how many of the over 800-thousand who gert food stamps may lose them for not meeting the work requirements.

Work on widening and improving portions of I-12 is scheduled to begin before the end of the year….
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Louisiana Tech is heading to a bowl game for a sixth consecutive season and they won;t have to travel far. The Bulldogs will face Miami in the Walk On’s Independence Bowl on December 26th at Independence Stadium in Shreveport.
LSU faces Oklahoma in the Peach Bowl, December 28th in Atlanta.

LSU is in the college football playoff for the first time ever. The Tigers are the number one seed and they’ll play Oklahoma in a national semifinal game in The Peach Bowl on December 28. LSU Coach Ed Orgeron says it was team effort to make it this far, but he can’t say enough about QB Joe Burrow…
CUT 11 (09) “without him”
The Number One seed team has yet to win the CFP in five years.
St Landry deputies are investigating the body of a young black man; found Saturday afternoon in a roadside ditch near Opelousas. A female motorist noticed something amiss in the ditch and alerted authorities. As yet, the person has not been identified.
Members of the LSU Board of Supervisors express concern that a new ACT policy allowing students to retake specific sections of the test is economically discriminatory. Board member Remy Starns says 15 percent of students take the test four or more times already, and he feels allowing test takers to focus in on just one section when for a specific test day creates an unlevel playing field…
CUT 14 (09) “nature”
The company that distributes the ACT says their studies show allowing multiple retakes does not advantage kids from higher-income families.
State Troopers patrolling New Orleans’ French Quarter found themselves confronting a man armed with a long sword. Called to a disturbance on Royal Street, the troopers encountered 42-yr-old Travis Fisher, who was waiving the sword around. They disarmed him without hurting him or themselves and took him jail; charged with aggravated asault.