New Iberia native and longtime athletics administrator Verge Ausberry is now the man in charge of the LSU athletics department. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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If you’re looking for something to do Saturday, Andrew Greenstein has a great idea.

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LSU introduced New Iberia native and longtime athletic administrator Verge Ausberry as its interim athletics director. After a tumultuous week that saw the firing of head football coach Brian Kelly and the departure of athletics director Scott Woodward, Ausberry had this message for LSU fans…

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Ausberry says his main priority is to find the best football coach that LSU can hire. He’s forming a committee that includes members of the LSU Board of Supervisors and major donors to the athletic program.

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Before Governor Jeff Landry spoke about the language in college football coaches’ contracts and the dismissal of Woodward as athletic director, the LSU football coaching vacancy was considered one of the best in the country. Ausberry still feels that way, and interest is high.

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Two LSU Board of Supervisors were in attendance. Scott Ballard, who is the chairman, and John Carmouche, who is the chairman of the athletics committee.

Neither would go into detail on why Woodward is no longer the athletics director. They said it was a decision that Woodward and the Board thought was best for the university.

Landry said on Wednesday he did not want Woodward hiring the next LSU football coach.

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LSU alum and Baton Rouge native Scott Woodward is no longer the athletics director at LSU after Governor Landry said he did not want Woodward to hire the next football coach. It was announced on Thursday night that Woodward and the LSU Board of Supervisors mutually agreed to party ways. LSU Board of Supervisors member John Carmouche denies that Landry had anything to do with Woodward’s departure…

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Woodward still had three years left on his contract and LSU owes him six million dollars.

LSU Board Chairman Scott Ballard says a lot of factors went the decision to move on from Scott Woodward…

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Woodward spent six years as LSU’s athletics director and LSU won six titles during his leadership. He hired three coaches that won national championships; Jay Johnson, Kim Mulkey and Jay Clark.

But Landry was upset with the contract Woodward gave to Kelly and the 54-million dollar buyout Kelly could receive as a result of his firing. The governor has said state taxpayers may have to pay that cost, if private donors do not step up. But Carmouche disagrees with Landry’s claim the state is liable…

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If you’re looking for something to do Saturday, why not take in the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge? It takes place from nine to four at the State Library and the surrounding Capitol Park area. Robert Wilson, the executive director for the Louisiana Center for the Book, says there’s one building that’s usually a part of the festival that won’t be this year.

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Wilson says there are books for readers of all ages and all interests.

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Wilson says for the kids, the festival will feature a musical performance from Rick Kelley of Music with a Message for Kids, who visits dozens of schools and libraries throughout the state to promote reading as a fun activity for kids.

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The festival will also feature appearances and book signings by various authors in the Cavalier House Books tent. Admission to the festival is free.

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Good news for Louisiana soybean farmers, as China this week agreed to buy 12-million metric tons of U.S. soybeans between now and January. That was the result of a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says China made a goodwill purchase prior to the meeting.

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The 12-million metric tons is down more than ten-million metric tons after China stopped buying U.S. soybeans amid a months-long tariff battle. Strain says the U.S. is the second-biggest producer of soybeans in the world.

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Strain says China takes in more than 60-percent of the world’s soybeans.

LSU introduced New Iberia native and longtime athletic administrator Verge Ausberry as its interim athletics director. After a tumultuous week that saw the firing of head football coach Brian Kelly and the departure of athletics director Scott Woodward, Ausberry had this message for LSU fans…

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LSU Board Chairman Scott Ballard says a lot of factors went into the decision to move on from Woodward…

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Woodward spent six years as LSU’s athletics director and LSU won six titles during his leadership. He hired three coaches that won national championships; Jay Johnson, Kim Mulkey and Jay Clark.

Good news for Louisiana soybean producers as China has agreed to buy 12 million metric tons of US Soybeans this season. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says the U-S is the second-biggest producer of soybeans in the world…

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The Trump Administration says China is also committed to buying 25 million tons annually for the next three years.

It’s Halloween, and Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission has some safety reminders. He says when trick or treating, it’s best for kids to do so in packs, carry a flashlight and wear bright clothing.

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New Iberia native and longtime athletics administrator Verge Ausberry is now the man in charge of the LSU athletics department. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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China this week agreed to buy 12-million metric tons of U.S. soybeans between now and January. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says China made a goodwill purchase prior to the meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Cut 12 (09) “…first few months.”

If you’re looking for something to do Saturday, why not take in the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge? It takes place from nine to four at the State Library and the surrounding Capitol Park area. Robert Wilson, the executive director for the Louisiana Center for the Book, says for the kids, the festival will feature a musical performance from Rick Kelley of Music with a Message for Kids, who visits dozens of schools and libraries throughout the state to promote reading as a fun activity for kids.

Cut 11 (10) “…readers pavilion area.”

The festival will also feature appearances and book signings by various authors in the Cavalier House Books tent. Admission to the festival is free.

Tonight is Halloween, so DPS is urging you to use extra caution when venturing out onto the roadways, especially in residential neighborhoods after the sun goes down.

And before you go to bed tomorrow night, turn your clocks back one hour as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end.

Scott Woodward is out as LSU athletics director and longtime athletics administrator Verge Ausberry is now the interim A-D. LSU Board Chairman Scott Ballard says a lot of factors went into the decision to move on from Scott Woodward…

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Fellow LSU Board member John Carmouche says Governor Landry did not have anything to do with Woodward’s departure, despite the governor saying he did not want Woodward to pick the next head football coach.

Special Education Teacher and Democrat Lauren Jewett announces she’s running against nine term incumbent Steve Scalise to represent the 1^st Congressional district in Congress. She acknowledges it won’t be easy to match Scalise’s campaign funds.

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According to the latest Federal Election Commission filings, Jewett reported just over 73-hundred dollars in cash on hand, compared to Scalise’s five-million dollars.

It’s Halloween, so use extra caution when you’re out and about, especially after dark. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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LSU alum and Baton Rouge native Scott Woodward is no longer the athletic director at LSU after Governor Landry said he did not want him to hire the next football coach. LSU Board of Supervisors member John Carmouche denies that Landry had anything to do with Woodward’s departure.

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Before Governor Landry spoke about the language in college football coaches’ contracts and Woodward’s dismissal, the LSU football coaching vacancy was considered one of the best in the country. As he was being introduced as interim athletic director, Verge Ausberry said he still feels that way, and interest is high.

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On this Halloween night, your number-one job is to keep your kids safe. By law, registered sex offenders are not allowed to participate in Halloween – they cannot hand out candy to kids. DPS trooper Eddie Thomas says parents should do a little homework before trick or treating and find out which homes in their neighborhood have sex offenders living in them.

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If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow, why not take in the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge? It takes place from nine to four at the State Library and the surrounding Capitol Park area. Robert Wilson, the executive director for the Louisiana Center for the Book, says there’s one building that’s usually a part of the festival that won’t be this year.

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Admission to the festival is free.

Meet the new boss – LSU introduces New Iberia native and longtime athletic administrator Verge Ausberry as its interim athletic director this morning. Ausberry says his main priority is to find the best football coach that LSU can hire. He’s forming a committee that includes members of the LSU Board of Supervisors and major donors to the athletic program.

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Today is Halloween – the night when neighborhoods everywhere will be invaded by little ghouls and goblins going door to door scavenging for fun-sized tooth-rotting treats. DPS Trooper Eddie Thomas says when those little monsters come home with those pumpkin-shaped buckets full of candy, fully inspect them and throw anything suspicious out, including anything homemade.

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DOTD is urging you to sign the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” pledge. The campaign encourages drivers and passengers to do just that – wear their seatbelts and put the phone down while driving. Rodney Mallett with DOTD says seat belt use reduces the risk of a fatal injury in a crash by more than 45-percent.

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Congressman Steve Scalise will have a Democratic challenger in next year’s general election. Special education teacher Lauren Jewett is launching a campaign to unseat the nine-term incumbent. 

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Jewett acknowledges that it will not be easy to raise the money that Scalise brings in. In fact, according to the latest Federal Election Commission filings, Jewett reported just over 73-hundred dollars in cash on hand, compared to Scalise’s five-million dollars.

LSU introduced New Iberia native and longtime athletic administrator Verge Ausberry as its interim athletics director. After a tumultuous week that saw the firing of head football coach Brian Kelly and the departure of athletics director Scott Woodward, Ausberry had this message for LSU fans…

Cut 3 (12) “…job done.”

Ausberry says his main priority is to find the best football coach that LSU can hire.

Congressman Steve Scalise will have a Democratic challenger in next year’s general election. Special education teacher Lauren Jewett is launching a campaign to unseat the nine-term incumbent.

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So far, no one else, either Republican or Democrat, has declared his or her candidacy. The district is very heavily Republican.

It’s Halloween, and Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission has some safety reminders. He says when trick or treating, it’s best for kids to do so in packs, carry a flashlight and wear bright clothing.

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DOTD wants you to sign the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” pledge. Seat belts save lives and Spokesperson Rodney Mallet says taking your eyes off the road to look at your phone or anything else can have disastrous results.

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You can sign the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” pledge on DOTD’s website. There’s also a link on their Facebook page.

Special Education Teacher and Democrat Lauren Jewett announces she’s running against nine term incumbent Steve Scalise to represent the 1^st Congressional district in Congress. She acknowledges it won’t be easy to match Scalise’s campaign funds. According to the latest Federal Election Commission filings, Jewett reported just over 73-hundred dollars in cash on hand, compared to Scalise’s five-million dollars.

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So far, Jewett and Scalise are the only two running.

Less than a week after he fired Brian Kelly, LSU athletic director Scott Woodward is out as AD. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glenn Guilbeau says it was only a matter of time

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Executive Deputy Athletic Director Verge Ausberry, who was a star linebacker for the Tigers in the 1980s, will act as interim AD and will lead the search for a new head football coach.

DOTD invites you to sign the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” pledge. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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This Halloween you’re urged to use extra caution as you go out – especially if you’re driving at night. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission says pay extra attention when going into neighborhoods during the early evening hours.

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Fischer says when trick or treating, it’s best for kids to do so in packs, carry a flashlight and wear bright clothing.

Just days after he fired Brian Kelly, Scott Woodward is out as LSU’s athletic director. Jeff Palermo reports.

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This Halloween, DPS Trooper Eddie Thomas encourages parents should do a little homework before trick or treating and find out which homes in their neighborhood have sex offenders living in them.

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By law, registered sex offenders are not allowed to participate in Trick or Treating.

Special education teacher Lauren Jewett has announced her candidacy for Louisiana’s District 1 seat currently held by Congressman Steve Scalise. She says she’s more in tune with the needs of the people of her District, particularly those on Medicaid.

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DOTD is asking drivers to sign the “Buckle Up, Phone Down” pledge. Rodney Mallett with DOTD says

cell phones can come in handy in cars – as long as you use the hands-free functions.

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Mallett says taking your eyes off the road can have disastrous results.