5:30 LRN Newscast February 5

Governor Jeff Landry would like to send Louisiana National Guard troops to the southern border. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

Louisiana’s Lainey Wilson won Best Country Album at the 2024 Grammy’s. That’s the first Grammy for the Franklin Parish native. The fifth-generation farmer’s daughter likened life to planting seeds, nurturing them, and watching them grow. Wilson says success is about finding the right farming community, which leads to the “harvest of a lifetime.”

King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer and will be stepping away from royal duties as he undergoes treatment. Even though few details about his cancer were released LSU History Professor Meredith Veldman says it’s notable they went public with his diagnosis.

Cut 13 (09)  “…modern life.”

The monarch was recently hospitalized for an enlarged prostate that was ruled benign and it was during that time that another issue of concern was found, and he was diagnosed with cancer.

Nominations for Youth Hunter of the Year is underway by the Louisiana Wildlife Federation. One male and female hunter 15 years of age or younger will be awarded the title. Jimmy Fredrick with LDWF says they want hunting stories from last year and its more about the experience.

Cut 4 (12) “…or 15 years old.”

To apply visit LAwildlifeFED-dot-org the deadline to is Wednesday.

4:30 PM Newscast Feb 5

Governor Jeff Landry visited Eagle Pass, Texas at the southern border and says when in trouble, Texas has always opened their arms to Louisiana, it’s time the Bayou State returns the favor. He says the rule of law must be enforced…

Cut 11 (03) “…illegal immigration.”

The U-S Senate has proposed a 118-billion dollar immigration bill that supporters say will overhaul immigration system by imposing tougher asylum and border laws. But House Speaker Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish says the legislation would incentivize more illegal immigration.

A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home in Houma on Friday.  Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says The victims were returning home from the Krewe of Hercules parade when gunfire erupted. Tabor says this was a senseless act of violence.

Cut 7 (08) “…violence personally.” 

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year.  Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

Minden police are searching for a man suspected of shooting two people last Wednesday. Minden Police say they are seeking 28-year-old, Jaryon Stephens and have issued a warrant for his arrest on attempted second degree murder charges after one man found Wednesday in the 600 block of Martin Luther King Drive was shot multiple times and another man shot in his leg was found on Friday. If you have any information call Minden PD 318-377-1212.

4:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU men’s basketball coach Matt McMahon made a change to his starting line up and it helped spark a 96-74 win over Arkansas on Saturday. He inserted Trae Hannibal into the starting line-up and Hannibal sparked an early 10-nothing run early in the game…
cut 20 (20) “….on winning”
Jalen Cook came off the bench and he scored 20 points in 21 minutes. The Tigers are at sixth ranked Tennessee tomorrow night.

McNeese is no longer receiving votes in the AP poll after losing at Southeastern on Saturday. The Cowboys are in action tonight as they host Texas A-and-M Commerce. Northwestern State visits Nicholls, Southeastern hosts U-I-W,

NBA…the Pelicans host Toronto. New Orleans will try to win its third in a row, while the Raptors have lost eight of their last ten.

The LSU women’s basketball team had a dominating 106-66 win over Florida yesterday, but they still dropped four spots to number 13 in the A-P Top 25 poll. The Lady Tigers ended a two-game losing streak with yesterday’s win and Coach Kim Mulkey says there was no need to panic after losing to South Carolina and Mississippi State…
cut 30 (24) “…make you better”
The Lady Tigers are at Vanderbilt on Thursday.

The Grambling men’s basketball team will try to stay in first place in the SWAC when they face Alcorn State tonight. Southern is tied with Grambling for first place and the Jaguars are at Jackson State.

3:30 PM Newscall

A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home following the Krewe of Hercules parade in Houma on Friday.  Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says the shooting happened in the 300 block of Willowdale before midnight …

Cut 6  (11) “…gunshot wounds.” 

Minden police are asking for the public’s help in finding a man suspected of shooting two people last Wednesday. An arrest warrant has been issued  for 28-year-old, Jaryon Stephens on attempted second degree murder charges after one man found Wednesday in the 600 block of Martin Luther King Drive was shot multiple times. The second victim shot in his leg wasn’t  found until Friday. If you have any information about the incident or the whereabouts of Stephens, call Minden PD 318-377-1212.

Governor Jeff Landry claims the Biden Administration is not enforcing the immigration laws on the books and it’s putting Texas, Louisiana and every other state at risk…

Cut 10 (10) “…this country”

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year. The award will recognize a boy and girl hunter 15 years of age or younger and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Jimmy Fredrick with LWF says they want to hear the story of a hunting trip that took place last year from the perspective of the hunter.

Cut 3 (10) “…might be.”  

The winner will be presented with a plaque at LWF’s Annual Conservation Achievement Awards banquet on April 12th.

LRN PM Newscall February 5

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

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Governor Jeff Landry would like to send Louisiana National Guard troops to the southern border. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

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The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year. The award will recognize a boy and girl hunter 15 years of age or younger and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Jimmy Fredrick with LWF says they want to hear the story of a hunting trip that took place last year from the perspective of the hunter.

Cut 3 (10) “…might be.”  

The winner will be presented with a plaque at LWF’s Annual Conservation Achievement Awards banquet on April 12th.

This will be the first time the award has been presented since 2019.

Fredrick says LWF is giving the award in conjunction with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. He says the essay doesn’t necessarily have to be about a successful hunting trip, it’s all about the experience.

Cut 4 (12) “…or 15 years old.”

Among the prizes is a $100 gift certificate from Bowie (pronounced Boo-ee) Outfitters and a third gift certificate will be raffled off among other entries.

Fredrick says it’s very easy to enter on their website and participants are asked to write about their memorable hunting trip.

Cut 5 (07) “…the Year.”  

To apply visit LAwildlifeFED-dot-org

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A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home following the Krewe of Hercules parade in Houma on Friday.  Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says the shooting happened in the 300 block of Willowdale before midnight …

Cut 6  (11) “…gunshot wounds.” 

The victims were returning home from the parade when gunfire erupted. Tabor says this was a senseless act of violence.

Cut 7 (08) “…violence personally.” 

Tabor says authorities are asking for the public’s assistance as the suspects remain at large. He says they will bring justice to those affected by this act of violence.

Cut 8 (11) “…this case .” 

If you have any information about the suspects or can identify them, contact the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Office at 985-876-2500 or Crime Stoppers at 800-743-7433.

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Governor Jeff Landry wants to send Louisiana National Guard troops to Texas to help with southern border security. Landry made the statement following a visit to Eagle Pass, Texas and receiving a briefing from Texas public safety officials…

Cut 9 (11) “…protect our citizens”

Landry claims the Biden Administration is not enforcing the immigration laws on the books and it’s putting Texas, Louisiana and every other state at risk…

Cut 10 (10) “…this country”

Landry says when in trouble, Texas has always opened their arms to Louisiana, it’s time the Bayou State returns the favor. He says the rule of law must be enforced…

Cut 11 (03) “…illegal immigration.”

The U-S Senate has proposed a 118-billion dollar immigration bill that supporters say will overhaul immigration system by imposing tougher asylum and border laws. But House Speaker Mike Johnson from Bossier Parish says the legislation would incentivize more illegal immigration.

2:30 PM Newscast Feb 5

Governor Jeff Landry wants to send Louisiana National Guard troops to Texas to help with southern border security. Landry made the statement following a visit to Eagle Pass, Texas and receiving a briefing from Texas public safety officials…

Cut 9 (11) “…protect our citizens”

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor a boy and girl hunter 15 years of age or younger as Youth Hunter of the Year. Jimmy Fredrick with LWF says it’s very easy to enter on their website, LAwildlifeFED-dot-org. Participants are asked to write about their memorable hunting trip.

Cut 5 (07) “…the Year.”  

The deadline to apply is Wednesday.

A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home after returning home from the Krewe of Hercules parade in Houma on Friday. Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says authorities are asking for the public’s assistance as the suspects remain at large. He says they will bring justice to those affected by this act of violence.

Cut 8 (11) “…this case .” 

If you have any information about the suspects or can identify them, contact the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Office at 985-876-2500 or Crime Stoppers at 800-743-7433.

Minden police are searching for a man suspected of shooting two people last Wednesday. Minden Police say they are seeking 28-year-old, Jaryon Stephens and have issued a warrant for his arrest on attempted second degree murder charges after one man found Wednesday in the 600 block of Martin Luther King Drive was shot multiple times and another man shot in his leg was found on Friday. If you have any information call Minden PD 318-377-1212.

1:30 LRN Newscast Jan 2

Governor Jeff Landry would like to send Louisiana National Guard troops to the southern border. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 2 (33)  “…I’m Jeff Palermo” 

Baskin, Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won her first Grammy last night for Best Country Album of the Year.

Cut 24 farmer too. :12

A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home following the Krewe of Hercules parade in Houma Friday. Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says the victims were returning home from the parade when gunfire erupted, just before midnight.

Cut 7 (08) “…violence personally.” 

He says the victims were found by family members.

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year. The award will recognize a boy and girl hunter 15 years of age or younger and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Jimmy Fredrick with LWF says applicants are asked to write a short essay about a hunting trip in 2023.

Cut 4 (12) “…or 15 years old.”

To apply visit LAwildlifeFED-dot-org

12:30 LRN Newscast February 5

Governor Jeff Landry says the Biden administration has failed to stop people from entering the U-S illegally and plans to send the Louisiana National Guard to assist Texas with border enforcement. Landry says the rule of law must be enforced…

Cut 11 (03) “…illegal immigration.”

The U-S Senate has proposed a 118-billion dollar immigration that supporters say will overhaul the immigration system by imposing tougher asylum and border laws.

A man and woman were fatally shot in the front yard of their home following the Krewe of Hercules parade in Houma on Friday.  Lieutenant Blake Tabor with the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office says the shooting happened in the 300 block of Willowdale before midnight …

Cut 6  (11) “…gunshot wounds.” 

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (31)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

11:40 LRN Sportscast

The LSU men’s basketball team defeated Arkansas yesterday 95 to 74 and a huge factor in their win was the play of Point Guards Jalen Cook and Trae Hannibal. LSU Head Coach Matt McMahon gave Hannibal his first start of the season and he says that his team is still learning the best combinations of players on the court.

Cut 19 (13) “ … came from it.”

LSU will travel to Knoxville on Wednesday to take on the Volunteers at 6:00 pm and the game will be broadcast on the SEC Network

The LSU Lady Tigers dominated the Florida Gators yesterday 106 to 66. 106 points is now LSU’s school record for most points scored in an SEC game. Six players scored in double figures on Sunday and the Tigers were led by Hailey Van Lith’s 21 points and Aneesah Morrow’s 20 rebounds.

The New Orleans Pelicans will look to extend their two game win streak and 2 game Southwest Division lead against the Toronto Raptors tonight at 7pm. The Pelicans are playing in the Smoothie King Center and are currently 11 and a half point favorites against the Raptors.

The Ragin Cajuns men’s basketball team won their seventh straight game on Saturday against the South Alabama Jaguars 80 to 60. UL-Lafayette had three players record a double-double and Ragin Cajuns Head Coach Bob Marlin says that his team is now firing on all cylinders.

Cut 16 (16) “… talked about.”

The Ragin Cajuns will host Georgia State on Wednesday at 7:00 pm.

And in College Basketball news for tonight, Southeastern will host Incarnate Word at 6 pm, Northwestern State will travel to Nicholls with tip off at 6:30, Alcorn state will host Grambling at 7:30, and Southern will take on Jackson State at 8pm.

11:30 LRN Newscast Feb 5

The backlog of road and bridge projects in Louisiana has grown to 19-billion dollars.

Cut 2 (32)  “…I’m Teiko Foxx.”

Baskin, Louisiana native Lainey Wilson won Best Country Album of the Year at the Grammy’s last night. She mentioned her hometown and how farmers are the best storytellers.

Cut 26 so much. :13

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation is looking to honor Youth Hunter of the Year. The award will recognize a boy and girl hunter 15 years of age or younger and the deadline to apply is Wednesday. Jimmy Fredrick with LWF says they want to hear the story of a hunting trip that took place last year from the perspective of the hunter.

Cut 3 (10) “…might be.”  

To apply visit LAwildlifeFED-dot-org

 

GOHSEP has implemented a change to help parishes and local governments receive an extra ten percent of eligible reimbursement. Going forward they will give will 90-percent versus 80-percent. Director Jacques Thibodeaux all the legal, regulatory, and advisory requirements set by FEMA are still met.

Cut 12 (11) “…on GOHSEP’s part.”