16:30 LRN Newscast October 12th

A Clinton man police allege killed three and injured one in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes is in custody.  Police say 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe shot and killed 66-year-old Carroll Breeden, 62-year-old Thomas Bass and Brad DeFranceshi since July.  He also injured 47-year-old Buck Hornsby last month.  Breeden’s daughter, Marcy Breeden Flotte, says her grieving may never end…

Cut 3 (07) “get peace.

Officials expect to charge Sharpe with three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder.

Investigators are seeking answers in the death of an eight-month-old child left in a car for several hours.  Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Dawn Panepinto says it’s a good time for caretakers and parents to review their protocol for taking care of children that are in their custody…

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With all the destruction due to numerous fires in California, people can become concerned in Louisiana about the threat for wildfires. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says Caddo, Desoto, Webster and West Carroll Parishes are currently under burn bans..:
Cut 6 (09) “moderate danger”
He warns if you have to burn, do so only if necessary.

The 2007 LSU championship team will be honored at halftime this Saturday in Death Valley during the game between the Tigers and Auburn. Members of the ’07 squad and former Coach Les Miles are all slated to attend the reunion on the field. LSU Sports Information Director Michael Bonnette expects The Mad Hatter will get a giant ovation from LSU fans…:
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Kickoff is at 2:30pm Saturday.

15:30 LRN Newscast October 12

Authorities arrest a plumber involved in a string of south Louisiana murders. Kelley Ray has the details…
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Kelley Ray.”

Former Monroe TV children’s show personality Frank Selas will stand trial on child molestation charges on February 5th. That’s the word from his attorney Mike Small. Selas, also known as Mr. Wonder, allegedly raped a child during a 1979 camping trip in Rapides Parish. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.

An eight month old baby is dead after the infant’s care giver left the child in a vehicle for 8.5 hours by mistake. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s spokeswoman Dawn Panepinto says the guardian drove to daycare to pick up the infant, but he wasn’t there, instead he was still in his car seat.
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Panepinto says they are turning over the case to the district attorneys office.

With the Louisiana black bear population increasing, the likelihood of bear-versus-human encounters grows. State Department of Wildlife and Fisheries bear expert Maria Davidson says there’s a new website called bear-wise-dot-org, which helps people who have never had to deal with bears before….
cut 10 (08) “…bearwise.org”
The black bear was officially moved from the protected list in April of 2016.

LRN PM Newscall October 12

Authorities arrest a plumber involved in a string of south Louisiana murders.  Kelley Ray has the details…

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LDWF is reminding residents to co-exist with black bears as the mammals are making a comeback in the Bayou State. Emelie Gunn has more…

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A Clinton man police allege killed three and injured one in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes is in custody.  Police say 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe shot and killed 66-year-old Carroll Breeden, 62-year-old Thomas Bass and Brad DeFranceshi since July.  He also injured 47-year-old Buck Hornsby last month.  Breeden’s daughter, Marcy Breeden Slotte, says her grieving may never end…

Cut 3 (07) “get peace.”

Slotte is upset that living in a rural area in the town of Pride did not protect her family…

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Slotte says even though Sharpe is off the streets, she has questions remaining as to why the killings happened…

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Officials expect to charge Sharpe with one count of murder in East Baton Rouge Parish and two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in East Feliciana Parish.

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With all the destruction due to numerous fires in California, people can become concerned in Louisiana about the threat for wildfires.  State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says the northern part of the state is somewhat drier…

Cut 6 (09)  “moderate danger.”

Browning says most of Louisiana is usually under a moderate danger for wildfires most of the time.  He warns if you have to burn, do so only if necessary…

Cut 7 (09) “that fire.” 

Browning says the Department of Agriculture does a good job in monitoring areas where wild underbrush could cause dangerous fires…

Cut 8 (09) “accelerate fires.”

Caddo, Desoto, Webster and West Carroll Parishes are currently under burn bans.

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As black bears have made a big comeback in the Bayou State, the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries encourages Louisianans to visit bearwise.org. Black bear expert for LDWF Maria Davidson says there is now more interaction between black bears and the public.

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The black bear was officially moved from the protected list in April of 2016. Davidson says the website is one stop shopping for bear conflict resolution. She says people who have never had to deal with bears before are having bears move into their areas.

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Davidson says residents can find information on bear proofing systems around homes and camps along with ways to secure trash cans.

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Investigators are seeking answers in the death of an eight-month-old child left in a car for several hours.  Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Dawn Panepinto says the child’s guardian never dropped off the child to a day care center and when they returned to the daycare to pick up the toddler, it was discovered the infant was still in the vehicle…

Cut 12 (06) “of time.” 

Panepinto says the District Attorney’s office is continuing their investigation into the tragedy and the guardian is cooperating with police …

Cut 13 (11)  “extremely cooperative.”

Panepinto says this is a good time for all who care for younger children to review their protocol for taking care of them while in their custody…

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The daycare is not being investigated.  Police are withholding the names of the persons involved pending the review by the DA’s office.

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14:30 LRN Newscast October 12

Investigators are looking into the death of an eight-month-old child left in a car for several hours. Tangipahoa Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Dawn Panepinto says the guardian never dropped off the child to a day care center and when they returned to pick up the toddler, it was discovered the infant was still in the vehicle…
Cut 12 (06) “of time.”
Panepinto says the District Attorney’s office is investigating the tragedy and the guardian is cooperating with police

A 36-year-old plumber from Clinton is behind bars today, accused of killing three men and injuring a fourth in a string of shootings that started in July. One of the men killed is 66-year-old Carroll Breeden of Pride and his daughter, Marcy Breeden Slotte says she’s still having trouble coming to grips with what happened….
cut 4 (09) “…little distrurbing”
A motive on why Ryan Sharpe killed these men is still unknown.

With Louisiana’s bear population gaining in strength the chance for more interactions between people and bears increases. Black bear expert with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says there’s a new website called bear-wise-dot-org, which provides tips on bear conflict resolution and there’s also information on bear proofing your homes and camps….
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That website again is bear-wise-dot-org.

Several parishes in north Louisiana have issued burn bans as a result of dry weather. Caddo, DeSoto, Webster and West Carroll are asking their residents not to start outdoor fires. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says the Department of Agriculture does a good job in monitoring areas where wild underbrush could cause dangerous fires…
cut 8 (09) “…accelerate fires”

13:30 Newscast, October 12th, 2017

A Clinton man police allege killed three and injured one in East Feliciana and East Baton Rouge Parishes is in custody. One of the victims was 66-year-old Carroll Breeden and his daughter, Marcy Breeden Slotte, wants to know why this happened…:
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Police believe 36-year-old Ryan Sharpe also shot and killed 62-year-old Thomas Bass and Brad DeFranceshi.

There is a lot of concern circling the nation about dry conditions due to the destruction happening in California from wildfires. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says most of Louisiana is usually under a moderate danger for wildfires most of the time. He warns if you have to burn, do so only if necessary…:
Cut 7 (09) “that fire”
Caddo, Desoto, Webster and West Carroll Parishes are currently under burn bans.

The ten students who were arrested in connection with the death of LSU fraternity pledge Maxwell Gruver have bonded out. All ten have been charged with hazing, while one individual, Matthew Naquin has also been charged with negligent homicide.

LDWF is reminding residents to co-exist with black bears as the mammals are making a comeback in the Bayou State. Emelie Gunn has more…:
Cut 2 (30) “I’m Emelie Gunn”

12:30 Newscast, October 12th, 2017

Authorities arrest a plumber involved in a string of south Louisiana murders. Kelley Ray has the details…:
Cut 1 (30) “I’m Kelley Ray”

As black bears have made a big comeback in the Bayou State, the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries encourages Louisianans to visit bearwise.org. Black bear expert for LDWF Maria Davidson says there is now more interaction between black bears and the public…:
Cut 9 (09) “be having”

With all the destruction due to numerous fires in California, people can become concerned in Louisiana about the threat for wildfires. State Fire Marshal Butch Browning says Caddo, Desoto, Webster and West Carroll Parishes are currently under burn bans..:
Cut 6 (09) “moderate danger”
He warns if you have to burn, do so only if necessary.

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an 8-month-old baby boy who was left in a car for hours Wednesday. A preliminary investigation determined the child was unintentionally left inside the vehicle from about 8am until he was discovered around 4:30pm.

 

11:40 LRN Sportscast October 12

The 2007 LSU National championship football team will be back in Tiger Stadium on Saturday and they’ll be recognized at halftime. LSU Sports Information Director Michael Bonnette says former Head Coach Les Miles will also be there….
cut 14 (08) “….in 2007”
LSU plays Auburn this Saturday, the Tigers defense will have to deal with one of the best players in the league, Auburn Quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who ranks fourth in the SEC in passing yards per game and fifth in total offense.

Tonight, UL Lafayette takes the field as they host Texas State in a Sun Belt matchup on ESPN-U. The Cajuns are a two touchdown favorite and UL Lafayette has won the previous meetings with the Bobcats in recent years rather easily. Kick-off from Cajun Field is at 6:30.

Saints Head Coach Sean Payton calls the trade of running back Adrian Peterson to Arizona a “win-win” situation. Payton says it gives Peterson more opportunities to carry the ball and the Saints still have enough depth at running back to get through the season….
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The Saints host the Detroit Lions this Sunday. Black and gold wide out Willie Snead is ready to make his season debut. He was suspended the first three weeks and then had a hamstring injury. Terron Armstead is also very close to returning as he took part in the entire practice yesterday as he comes back from a torn shoulder labrum. Kick-off from the Dome is at noon.

11:30 LRN Newscast October 12

A 36-year-old plumber from Clinton is behind bars today, accused of killing three men and injuring a fourth in a string of shootings that started in July. One of the men killed is 66-year-old Carroll Breeden of Pride and his daughter, Marcy Breeden Slotte says she’s still having trouble coming to grips with what happened….
cut 4 (09) “…little distrurbing”
A motive on why Ryan Sharpe killed these men is still unknown.

A majority of House members are in Baton Rouge today to discuss how the state will address the loss of over a billion dollars in temporary taxes, which will create a massive budget deficit for the fiscal year that begins in July. Alexandria Representative Lance Harris is not ready to say what is the best solution, but the goal is to stablize the budget….
cut 9 (06) “…year out”
A special session could be needed.

The state department of transportation has received 61-million dollars from the federal government that will go towards bridge repair, improving the surface of roads and alleviating congestion in some areas. State Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson says the money will be put to good use….
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Seven bridges in several different parishes will be replaced as a result of this money.

The 2007 LSU National championship football team will be back in Tiger Stadium on Saturday and they’ll be recognized at halftime. LSU Sports Information Director Michael Bonnette says former Head Coach Les Miles will also be there….
cut 14 (08) “….in 2007”
LSU plays Auburn this Saturday, in 2007 the Tigers defeated Auburn on a last second touchdown pass from Matt Flynn to Demetrius Byrd.

10:30 LRN Newscast October 12

A majority of Louisiana House members are in Baton Rouge today to discuss the state’s looming massive budget deficit when over a billion dollars in temporary taxes expire in June. Alexandria Representative and leader of the House GOP delegation, Lance Harris, says the meeting is to educate fellow legislators….
cut 8 (07) “…state faces”
A special session will be needed to address the so-called “fiscal cliff.”

Thirty-six-year-old Ryan Sharpe of Clinton has been arrested and charged in the shootings of four people since July, three of the victims died. One of the victim’s daughters, Marcy Breeden Slotte, says there’s some comfort that an arrest was made, but there are many questions…
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Authorities have not provided a possible motive.

The ten students who were arrested in connection with the death of LSU fraternity pledge Maxwell Gruver have bonded out. All ten have been charged with hazing, while one individual, Matthew Naquin has also been charged with negligent homicide.

Meanwhile, Four UL Lafayette fraternities have been suspended in the wake of Gruver’s death. Emelie Gunn has more…
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And in Tangipahoa Parish, deputies are investigating the death of 8-month-old boy who was unintentionally left in a car in Hammond for more than eight hours.

09:30 Newscast, October 12th, 2017

Four fraternities at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette have been suspended in the wake of LSU Phi Delta Theta fraternity pledge Maxwell Gruver’s death. ULL Dean of Students Margarita Perez says more people are coming forward to report hazing and she hopes these students can find other ways to bond with the fraternity…:
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In Gruver’s case, police reports indicate witnesses told authorities that the pledge, who had a .495 blood alcohol level at the time of death, was forced to drink more than other pledges because he kept messing up the Greek alphabet.

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of an 8-month-old baby boy after being left in a car for a long period of time. A preliminary investigation determined that the child was unintentionally left inside the vehicle most of the day Wednesday.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation has received an additional 60-million-dollars from the federal government for highway projects. DOTD Secretary Shawn Wilson says as long as projects are ready to start, they get the matching funds…:
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He says some of the money will be used to repair several bridges.

Former LSU head coach Les Miles will be on the field in Death Valley during The Bayou Bengals game against Auburn Saturday, along with members of the 2007 championship team. They’ll be celebrated at halftime for a 10-year anniversary reunion and LSU Sports Information Director Michael Bonnette says this group has certainly deserves it…:
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Kickoff is at 2:30.