The suspect in the double murder at Grambling State University, Jaylin Wayne, says he’s innocent and has hired a defense team. Attorney Ronald Haley says there was yet another shooting on campus just this past weekend, and they feel more light should be shed on a bigger problem at Grambling, that being gun violence. He says school officials aren’t saying everything…:
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Wayne faces first-degree murder charges.

The FCC has approved Monroe headquartered CenturyLink’s acquisition of Level 3 Communications, paving the way to close the deal. The company says this is great news and means everything is now in place to complete the transaction, which they anticipate will be effective tomorrow. CenturyLink and Level 3 believe the merger will allow CenturyLink to compete with AT&T and Verizon Communications in the business communications market.

The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office says a Metairie woman is under arrest for allegedly pepper spraying people at Chuck E. Cheese’s. Lt. Jason Rivarde says 24-year-old Katarian Marshall was angry and started indiscriminately spraying pepper spray, hitting five adults and two kids:
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Marshall is charged with disturbing the peace by fighting.

Two men apparently angry about a school bus they said always speeds down a road in Ascension Parish are now facing charges for trying to take matters into their own hands. Lt. Col. Ward Webb says one of the suspects was armed when the two stopped the bus and confronted the driver…:
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But he said the two should have called police to report the problem, instead they were both charged with obstruction of a highway and disturbing the peace.

The suspect in the high profile Grambling State University double murder has hired a defense team to argue his innocence. Attorneys Ronald Haley and Dedrick (Deed-Rick) Moore would not reveal 19-year-old Jaylin Wayne’s side of the story, but said the focus should switch to the environment at Grambling. Moore says there is a culture of gun violence on campus:
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They say cops framed this as an isolated incident, but they feel it is not.

Baton Rouge Police are investigating a crash off Airline Highway, which left two people dead including a toddler. Sgt. Don Coppola says witnesses told detectives they saw a 2009 Mustang driving erratically and crossing over the median multiple times before hitting an 18-wheeler head on…:
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The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office says two men, one of them armed with a handgun, stopped a school bus because they felt the bus driver was speeding. Lt. Col. Ward Webb says the bus was traveling down the road with students on board yesterday afternoon when 58-year-old Clifton Hamby and 60-year-old Kerry LaSaicherre (Les-sha-share) refused to let the driver pass…:
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The two men were both arrested and charged with obstruction of a highway and disturbing the peace.

Saints and Pelicans Owner Tom Benson is said to be doing very well and was expected to be released from the hospital today.

The safety of drivers and trick or treaters is top priority for State Troopers.
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The state Department of Health is scheduling an additional flu vaccination clinic in Cameron Parish as there has been an uptick in flu activity. Dr. B.J. Foch (Fosh) says the cases are in one specific area.
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The Louisiana Department of Health is warning those frequent patrons of indoor shooting ranges about toxic exposure to lead. Dr. David Holcombe with Office of Public Health says there are currently no regulations to control dangerous levels of exposure.
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There are at least 50 shooting ranges in Louisiana, a third of those are indoor.

A New Orleans woman was arrested after allegedly using pepper spray on multiple people inside a Metairie Chuck E Cheeses. Lt. Jason Rivarde with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office says they were called to the scene and arrested Katarian Marshall after an apparent argument.
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Marshall is charged with disturbing the peace by fighting.

A Tangipahoa Parish 41-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing over            21-thousand-dollars worth of lottery tickets.  Cherish Watson admitted to taking the tickets from a Hammond convenience store where she worked by ‘creating the tickets through the stores register system.  The thefts occurred over four months.  She claimed three-thousand-dollars in winnings.  She is charged with several counts of felony theft.

Due to an increase in flu activity in Cameron Parish, The Louisiana Department of Health is scheduling an additional flu vaccination clinic. The flu hospitalizes three-thousand per year and causes about 500 deaths in Louisiana.  Dr. B.J. Foch (Fosh) says the flu shot can be administered to just about everyone and he identifies some segments of the population who need to get one…

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Halloween is today and with that comes trick or treating.   State Trooper Jesse LaGrange says it’s vital that drivers easily see children who are out and about.  He says make sure they are easily seen in darker shaded costumes…

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The town of Tuscaloosa is gearing up to host thousands of LSU fans this weekend for the big SEC West matchup between the Tigers and Crimson Tide. Jeff Palermo has more…

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It’s Halloween night and State Police is reminding the public that registered sex offenders cannot participate in trick or treating activities. Trooper Jesse LaGrange says you can investigate the neighborhood you plan to take children beforehand…:
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He urges drivers to be vigilant on the roads tonight, and kids to have a glow stick or something reflective on their clothing.

It’s LSU versus Alabama week, and fans from both schools are pumped for the big game Saturday night in Bryant Denny Stadium. Barrett Elder with Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports says LSU fans know the atmosphere is electric inside Tiger Stadium for big primetime games like this, and you can expect to see the same thing over there…:
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LSU hasn’t beat Bama since 2011.

The State Department of Health is warning those who frequent indoor shooting ranges about toxic exposure to lead. Dr. David Holcombe says effects from lead can permanently damage vital organs, and in children, damage the nervous system, slow growth, create learning and behavior problems…:
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He says if you enjoy indoor shooting ranges, make sure you get regular medical checkups and blood work to monitor your exposure to lead.

Due to an increase in flu activity in Cameron Parish, The Louisiana Department of Health is scheduling an additional vaccination clinic. It will be held Thursday at the Cameron Parish Health Unit. Dr. BJ Foch, regional medical director, hopes folks who still need a flu shot come out:
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The flu hospitalizes three-thousand per year and causes about 500 deaths in Louisiana.

Target shooting has become one of the fastest growing community based sports in the country, but it comes with dangers. Kelley Ray reports:
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Kids in costumes will be filling the streets on this Halloween night, and State Police is reminding those driving to be extra careful. Trooper Jesse LaGrange…:
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Parents are encouraged to make sure their kids have a glow stick or flashlight.

LSU is a three touchdown underdog headed into this weekend’s rival matchup against Alabama in Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Tigers haven’t beat Bama since 2011, and Barrett Elder with Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports says he’s not one of those fans who is getting tired of seeing the Crimson Tide win…:
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He says Tuscaloosa is preparing to host thousands of LSU fans for the big game.

Governor John Bel Edwards visited Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico Monday, before island leaders announced they would launch a housing program similar to Louisiana’s Shelter at Home.

The FCC has approved Monroe headquartered CenturyLink’s acquisition of Level 3 Communications, paving the way to close the deal. The company says this is great news and means everything is now in place to complete the transaction, which they anticipate will be effective tomorrow.

It’s Halloween and of course that means trick or treaters and motorists are being reminded to watch out for each other this evening. State Trooper Jesse LaGrange says parents need to make sure kids can be easily seen on the road…:
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Drivers should use caution when navigating neighborhoods.

Indoor shooting ranges could expose people to toxic levels of lead, according to the State Department of Health. Over the past 40 years, the CDC says 36 studies show higher toxic lead levels among those who use gun ranges regularly. Dr. David Holcombe with Office of Public Health says you can take proactive measures to reduce being affected by lead exposure..:
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He adds you should never place lead bullets in your mouth.

The town of Tuscaloosa is gearing up to host thousands of LSU fans this weekend for the big SEC West matchup between the Tigers and Crimson Tide:
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Due to an increase in flu activity in Cameron Parish, The Louisiana Department of Health is scheduling an additional flu vaccination clinic. Dr. B. J. Foch (Fosh) says the cases are concentrated in one area…:
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The clinic will be held on Thursday from 8 to 4:30 at the Cameron Parish Health Unit in Cameron.

It’s Halloween, and the safety of drivers and trick or treaters is top of mind for State Police this evening…:
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The Baton Rouge Police Department has arrested a man in connection with the attack of a woman running the LSU lakes in 2013. They said 26-year-old Akeem Yarbrough is charged with attempted second degree kidnapping and second-degree battery. The State Police Crime Lab was able to connect the DNA found on the victim’s clothes to Yarbrough.

The State Department of Health is warning those who frequent indoor shooting ranges about toxic exposure to lead. Dr. David Holcombe says there are no regulations in place to control dangerous levels, but there are things you can do when you head to target practice inside…:
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Over the past 40 years, the CDC says 36 studies show higher toxic lead levels among those who use gun ranges regularly.

LSU might be a big underdog headed into a date with top-ranked Alabama in Bryant–Denny Stadium Saturday, but that would never stop Tiger fans from traveling to watch it unfold. Barrett Elder with Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports says LSU/Alabama games are invariably exciting…:
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He expects an electric atmosphere when the Tigers and Tide kickoff Saturday night at 7pm.