It will be weeks, not days before the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville will be re-opened to commuters. Don Molino has more.

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Leaders in Louisiana dioceses are announcing that they will release the names of clergy who were credibly accused of sexual abuse.

New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond said in a statement on Tuesday that they will publish the names after clergy files are examined very carefully.

The Diocese of Lafayette, the Diocese of Shreveport, and the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux all said they intend to publish lists of credibly accused clergy.

No firm date for the release of the names has been set.

Alcohol sales on Sundays can now be made in Ouachita parish. A 4 to 2 vote by the Ouachita Police Jury legalized Sunday alcohol sales at grocery stores and gas stations in un-incorporated area of the parish.

Religious leaders argued that alcohol should not be sold on Sunday, because it’s the Lord’s Day. Others raised concerns that it will lead to more alcohol abuse.

But Jury President Scotty Robinson says most people who buy alcohol, drink responsibly….

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A multi-million dollar prize is attracting interest and ticket sales for the Mega Millions jackpot worth 667 million in annuity payments.

But if a winning ticket holder wants it all at once… the cash payout is worth 372 million after taxes are taken out.

Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison wants to remind folks that the lotto does provide a good deal of funding to state education coffers, so if you don’t win the big prize, there’s still something to be happy about.

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The closure of the Sunshine Bridge in Donaldsonville is not only complicating personal commuters.

Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan says the loss of the bridge’s usage is also impacting local businesses and it will cause problems for emergency vehicles trying to respond to a call for help…

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Authorities predict it will be months before a contractor is able to complete repairs the Sunshine Bridge so that it can be reopened to traffic.

Tonight’s Mega Millions jackpot will be the most ever for the multi-state lottery game.

A winner could claim a straight cash option of 372 million or annuity payouts of 667-million dollars over years.

It’s built up to that near record breaking jackpot in roughly only three months.

Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says last time around someone on the west coast had the winning ticket.

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Despite objections from religious leaders, the Ouachita Policy Jury approves alcohol sales on Sundays in unincorporated areas of the parish. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Friday is the deadline for Louisiana homeowners with damage from the 2016 floods to complete a survey for homeowner aid through a financed grant program from the federal government.

The survey is the first step to be considered for assistance through the Restore Louisiana program. The survey can be found online at ‘Restore (dot) L-A (dot) G-O-V.

The survey deadline was extended by Governor John Bel Edwards after congressional adjustments to the federal disaster rules.

State Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says they have identified a contractor to make the repairs to the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville, but it’s not an easy fix, which is why officials say it will be weeks before vehicles can use the bridge. Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan says from what he’s been told by DOTD officials, the structure took a huge hit from a barge crane last Friday…
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It’s a very serious situation in the Florida panhandle as thousands of residents are trying to get back on their feet after Hurricane Michael delivered a harsh blow to that region. A lack of gasoline is one of the main issues. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain has sent one of his employees to Tallahassee to assist with fuel operations…
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Tonight’s Mega Millions jackpot is the third largest in US lottery history and the most ever for the multi-state lottery game. The payout is 667-million dollars, or over 372 million, if you take the straight cash option. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison credits changes made to the Mega Millions game last October for the huge jackpot…
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Powerball’s jackpot for tomorrow night is 345-million dollars.

Many gas stations and grocery stores in Ouachita Parish are applauding the police jury’s decision to allow Sunday alcohol sales in unincorporated areas of Ouachita Parish. Police jury president Scotty Robison says they heard from business owners who support Sunday alcohol sales, because they can not compete with stores in Monroe, Sterlington and Richwood, where you can already buy alcohol on Sundays…
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The new ordinance is effective immediately.

Another round of Louisiana emergency response officials have been dispatched to the Panhandle to aid Floridians who were impacted by the devastating Hurricane Michael. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says one of his team is on the ground there, and when disaster strikes, people tend to call the Bayou State for help.

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Six Louisiana Homeland Security and Preparedness team members have also entered the disaster zone.

Bad news for those who use the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville. Transportation officials say the highway that links both sides of Ascension Parish will be closed for weeks, because extensive repairs are needed after a crane barge hit the structure. Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan understands the frustration…

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A contractor has been identified for the bridge fix.

You can now purchase alcohol at grocery stores and gas stations in unincorporated areas of Ouachita parish on Sundays as result of a 4-2 vote by the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury. Jury President Scotty Robinson says he voted for the ordinance, after polling residents

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Religious leaders argued that alcohol should not be sold on Sunday, because it’s the Lord’s Day.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is the third largest jackpot in US lottery history and its the most ever for the multi-state lottery game. The payout is 667-million dollars.  Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says even if you dont win, don’t be too disappointed…

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The lotto contributed 3.5 billion in revenue to the state since its founding.

Another round of Louisiana emergency response officials have been dispatched to the Panhandle to aid Floridians who were impacted by the devastating Hurricane Michael. Ag Commissioner Mike Strain says his team member is visiting via the Emergency Management Assistance Compact that helps states coordinate relief across borders.

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Six Louisiana Homeland Security and Preparedness team members have also entered the disaster zone.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is the third largest jackpot in US lottery history and it’s the most ever for the multi-state lottery game. The payout is 667-million dollars, or over 372 million if you take the straight cash option. Louisiana Lottery spokesperson Dustin Annison says says last time around someone on the west coast took the win.

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Annison says 35 cents of every ticket goes to fund K through 12 education in the state.

Despite objections from religious leaders, the Ouachita Policy Jury approves alcohol sales on Sundays in unincorporated areas of the parish. Jeff Palermo has more…

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Baton Rouge Congressman Garrett Graves has started a GoFundMe to help pay for the 100,000 dollar fine LSU got slapped with when fans rushed the field after toppling Georgia.

Republican Majority Whip Steve Scalise says the mid-term election is going to be a tight one, with record spending and surging voter enthusiasm likely to push the contest for Congress to a last second finish. Scalise says Trump’s political opponents have been able to channel their frustrations with the president into voter interest into the November mid-term.

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Recent polling indicates the Democrats will likely retake the House, but fail to take the Senate.

The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is at near historic levels after a price bump in October that doubled the cost of a ticket from one dollars to two. The payout is at 667 million dollars, or around 370 million if you take the straight cash option. Louisiana Lottery Spokesperson Dustin Annison says the demand has been remarkable.

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The lotto contributed 3.5 billion in revenue to the state since its founding in 1991.

It will be weeks, not days before the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville will be re-opened to commuters. Don Molino has more on what this means for the River Parishes

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A Port Barre High School substitute teacher is under arrest for allegedly having sex with one of the school’s tenth graders. 25-year-old Constance Robertson of Washington was booked on Felony Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile. Authorties say the incident occurred in one of the building’s classrooms on a pep rally day, and the 16 year-old student allegedly has video of the encounter. The teacher says she thought the student was 18.

Bad news for those who regularly use the Sunshine Bridge at Donaldsonville. State transportation officials say the highway that links both sides of Ascension Parish will be closed for weeks, because extensive repairs are needed after a crane barge hit the structure on Friday. Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan can understand the frustration…
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Sullivan says the commute may be longer tomorrow, as schools in the area re-open.

The Council for a Better Louisiana supports the six constitutional amendments on the November 6th ballot. Amendment Two asks voters if a unanimous jury should be required in felony cases. CABL President Barry Erwin explains why they back the historic legal change.
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You can now purchase alcohol at grocery stores and gas stations in unincorporated areas of Ouachita parish on Sundays as result of a 4-2 vote by the Ouachita Parish Policy Jury. Jury President Scotty Robinson says he voted for the ordinance, after polling residents…
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Opponents raised concerns about an increase in D-W-I’s and that Sunday is the Lord’s Day.

Another cold front is moving through Louisiana, it will keep temperatures in the 50s in north and central Louisiana today. State Climatologist Barry Keim….
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This front is also bringing heavy rain. A Flash Flood warning is in effect for Iberia, Lafayette, St. Martin and Vermilion Parish until 12:15 this afternoon.

Recent polling indicates Democrats will retake control of the House following the mid-term elections. That will have a significant impact on House Majority Whip Steve Scalise. The Republican from Jefferson Parish says the battle is coming down to around four dozen seats…
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The Louisiana mid-term elections are not expected to bring any surprises as the incumbents are expected to win.

There are six constitutional amendments on the November 6th ballot, the first one asks voters whether convicted felons should be prohibited from running for office for five years after they complete their sentence. Council for a Better Louisiana President Barry Erwin expects it will pass…
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Today is the last day to register online for the November 6th election.

The Alexandria Police Department arrested one of its own officers for simple assault. The A-P-D says corporal Ronnie Stevens Junior threatened and yelled at a woman on Sunday and another woman accuses Stevens of yelling and cursing at her in front of her children. Stevens was off-duty at the time. Chief Jerrod King says its no fun to arrest one of your own officers.

The Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans receives 85,000 dollars to fight veteran homelessness. Matt Doyle has more on the story.
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