A Boy Scout leader, 49-year-old Randy Miller Jr. is charged with 500 counts of possession of child pornography according to Livingston Parish authorities.  Legal analyst Franz Borghardt says Miller’s troubles likely will not end at the state level.

Cut 10 (09) “…at federal charges.”

Miller’s bond is set a $50 million. Borghardt says the judge likely set the bond at such a level to send a message that Miller will not be out for the holidays.

Law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols over Thanksgiving weekend in an effort from keeping the holiday from turning into a tragedy.  Louisiana Highway Safety Commission executive director Lisa Freeman says in 2018’s four-day Thanksgiving weekend, four people died in alcohol-related crashes.

Cut 6 (12) “…were seriously injured.”

The college football playoff selection committee has dropped LSU to number two and moved Ohio State to number one in the latest rankings. LSU closes out the regular season by hosting Texas A-and-M, while O-S-U is at Michigan. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says the drop in the ranking should provide the Tigers with some extra motivation

Cut 4 (10) “…the message.”

Bossier Parish’s Sherriff Deputy School Resource Officer Dusty Crenshaw took to patrolling the streets instead of the halls this week. On Monday Crenshaw answered a call that a dog was running loose along Interstate 20.

Cut 12 (11) “…to me” 

Currently, the dog is at a local shelter and if the dog is not claimed by its rightful owner Crenshaw has asked to take the dog home.

A Boy Scout leader, 49-year-old Randy Miller Jr. is charged with 500 counts of possession of child pornography according to Livingston parish authorities. Legal analyst Franz Borghardt says the judge likely stacked all those counts to set an unprecedented $50 million bond.
Cut 9 (13) “…just one bond.”
The Boy Scouts of America has released a statement that says they are shocked and disturbed to learn about the allegations against Miller.

The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says 10 people were killed in crashes during the last Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Executive Director Lisa Freeman says the most important action motorists can take is buckling up…
cut 8 (07) “….of the year”
There are extra law enforcement on the roads as a result of the Click It or Ticket It campaign.

The college football playoff selection committee has dropped LSU to number two and moved Ohio State to number one in the latest rankings. The Buckeyes just beat a top ten team in Penn State. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says O-S-U has as many quality wins as LSU…
Cut 3 (12) “…that direction.”
LSU will host Texas A-and-M this Saturday, while the Buckeyes battle Michigan.

Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Deputy Dusty Crenshaw is being commended for getting hold of a dog that was running free along a busy stretch of I-20. Crenshaw dropped the dog off at Bossier City Animal Control so her rightful owner would have three days to claim her. Since he located the dog, he’s already been back to visit her and Crenshaw asked the shelter to call him first if no one claims the dog.
Cut 14 (10) “…pick her up”
Bossier City Animal Control takes in an average of 40 to 50 dogs per month.

Roads are going to be packed with travelers over the four-day weekend and law enforcement are stepping up patrols to help keep things safe. Kevin Barnhart has the story.

cut  2 (30) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart”    

According to AAA air travel will see the biggest increase in volume with a nearly 5% growth as 4.5 million will take to the skies.  AAA spokesperson Don Redman says those choosing to fly out of the newly-opened terminal of New Orleans should arrive two and half hours before their flight departs.

The College Football Playoff committee will announce the four playoff teams December 8th. If the rankings do not change, LSU would play Clemson in a semifinal contest. The C-F-P selection committee has dropped LSU to number two and moved Ohio State to number one in the latest rankings. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says Clemson is undefeated but does not have a win against a Top 25 team…

Cut 5 (10) “…LSU team.”

Bossier Parish’s Sherriff Deputy School Resource Officer Dusty Crenshaw took to patrolling the streets instead of the halls this week. On Monday Crenshaw answered a call that a dog was running loose along Interstate 20

Cut 13 (09) “…my Tahoe.”

In the last year, Crenshaw lost two of his own dogs and this dog is being held at a local shelter waiting to be claimed. He’s asked to be called first if no one claims her.

With school out for Thanksgiving, Bossier Parish’s Sherriff Deputy School Resource Officer Dusty Crenshaw took to patrolling the streets instead of the halls this week. On Monday Crenshaw answered a call that a dog was running loose along Interstate 20.

Cut 12 (11) “…to me” 

The pup is at a local animal shelter and if she’s not claimed Crenshaw is hoping to provide her with a new home.

Law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols over Thanksgiving weekend in an effort from keeping the holiday from turning into a tragedy.  Louisiana Highway Safety Commission executive director Lisa Freeman says in 2018’s four-day Thanksgiving weekend, four people died in alcohol-related crashes.

Cut 6 (12) “…were seriously injured.”

The College Football Playoff selection committee ranks Ohio State over LSU. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Tonight Anthony Davis returns with the Lakers to play the Pelicans, the first game back in New Orleans since he was traded.

The college football playoff selection committee has dropped LSU to number two and moved Ohio State to number one in the latest rankings. LSU closes out the regular season by hosting Texas A-and-M, while O-S-U is at Michigan. Tiger Rag Editor Ron Higgins says the drop in the ranking should provide the Tigers with some extra motivation

Cut 4 (10) “…the message.”

The U-S-D-A estimates 46-million turkeys will be cooked during this holiday. Food safety expert Janice Lopez-Munoz asks cooks to wash their hands before you start preparing your turkey, but there is no reason to wash the turkey…

cut 10 (10) “….prepared”

She says cooking your turkey thoroughly is the best way to make sure your bird is free of bacteria.

Would you know the difference between a natural diamond and one cultivated in a lab? Kevin Barnhart speaks to a diamond expert to get the details.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.” 

In Jackson Parish an early this morning accident has claimed the life of a Jonesboro man. State Troopers report that 40-year old Dustin Stanford was killed when his vehicle overturned off Highway 4. Stanford was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the car. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

The college football playoff selection committee has dropped LSU to number two and moved Ohio State to number one in the latest rankings. The Buckeyes just beat a top ten team in Penn State. Tiger Rag Assistant Editor Tyler Nunez says O-S-U has the same number of quality wins as LSU…

Cut 3 (12) “…that direction.”

Today is one of the busiest travel days of the year as AAA estimates more than 55-million people will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving. Those of you choosing to fly the for the holiday, be prepared to practice patience, according to AAA’s Don Redman the area will see a 5% increase in air travel and if you are flying out of the newly-opened terminal in New Orleans get there early.

Cut 5 (09) “…the flight departure.”

‘Tis the season for giving getting engaged and imagine if you found out you paid for a natural diamond but got a lab-created one instead for your intended. Gemologist Grant Mobley says natural diamonds are inherently valued because they are a finite product and they maintain and increase in value over time.  But Mobley compares a lab-grown diamond to a plasma TV that cost a grand a decade ago.

Cut 9 (10) “…continue to grow.”

The USDA wants you to practice food safety as you prep for tomorrow’s big meal. USDA Food expert Janice Lopez-Munoz says raw meat and poultry can be a culprit of foodborne illness so carefully trace the path of raw meat while prepping and clean accordingly.

Cut  12 (09) “…ready to eat.” 

It’s the busiest travel day of the year. If you rented a vehicle to get to your Thanksgiving destination and thought the rental was a little high. You’re probably right. AAA says car rentals have reached their highest prices on record for Thanksgiving. But Spokesperson Don Redman says many people can handle the higher cost…
cut 6 (06) “…out that moneY’
Redman says rates at Two Diamond hotels are up slightly, while the costs for a three-diamond hotel has fallen five-percent.

LSU Heisman Trophy candidate quarterback Joe Burrow will play in his final game in Tiger Stadium on Saturday. Burrow, who has been on campus for less than a year and a half, wishes he had one more year…
Cut 13 (12) “..last one”
LSU fell to number two in the new college football playoff rankings, Ohio State jumped to number one.

Would you know the difference between a natural diamond and one cultivated in a lab? Kevin Barnhart speaks to a diamond expert to get the details.
Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

A New Iberia man has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to his ex-girlfriend’s camper trailer in July. 43-year-old Jerome Romero faces one count of simple arson and two counts of simple assault.

And tonight at the Smoothie King Center Anthony Davis makes his return to New Orleans. Davis brings his new team, the L-A Lakers, to the Crescent City for the first time since the big trade in the offseason.

People are hitting the road in near record-breaking numbers for Thanksgiving. Michael Farrar has the story.
Cut 1 (27) “I’m Michael Farrar.”

A line of thunderstorms is making its way through south Louisiana this morning. The National Weather Service says possible tornadoes produced damage in Franklin and Madison Parishes. No immediate reports of injuries. November is an active month for tornadic activity in the Gulf South.

Many people are defrosting their turkey today. The U-S-D-A is once again warning cooks not to wash the turkey in the sink, because that could lead to cross-contamination. Food safety expert Janice Lopez-Munoz says also make sure you do not leave your chilled items out of the refrigerator too long…
cut 11 (07) “…two hours”
For more food safety practices go to food-safety-dot-gov.

Imagine buying a diamond for a loved one this holiday and finding out later that you bought a stone that isn’t from the earth, it’s from a lab. Diamond expert Grant Mobley says while the products look similar to the naked eye, they have drastically different values.
Cut 7 (11) “…totally different products.”
Mobley says ask your jeweler about the origin of a diamond and the retailer will likely be truthful about the source of the stone.