We’ve seen flooding rains for certain portions of our state as a half a foot of rain has fallen in some areas. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says the National Weather Service is forecasting additional rainfall for the rest of the day and into tonight…

Cut 11 (12) “…of flooding.”

Four people were shot during a drive-by shooting in Lafayette this morning. Lafayette Police Sergeant Robin Green says three men were standing outside of a home on Sunset Drive when shots were fired from a passing vehicle that stopped in front of the home.

Cut 12 (12)  “..at the vehicle”  

Green says two of the victims are in critical condition and two are in stable condition. She says when officers arrived, they found a man on the ground….

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was completely redrawn in the newly passed congressional map says it could cost Louisiana key GOP appointments in DC like Chair of Transportation and Infrastructure.  He says it’s a vital appointment for much-needed projects like the new Calcasieu River and Mississippi River Bridges. And more…

Cut 5 (12) “…and fix.” 

State Police reminds drivers of large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City is off limits. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan encourages truck drivers to use the I-220 detour to keep everyone safe.

Cut 8 (09) “…for everyone.” 

Travelers can check 511la dot org for the latest road conditions.

Flooding rains have fallen in portions of Louisiana. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says they’ve received reports of flooding of homes and businesses in Avoyelles Parish. Several highways across south and central Louisiana are under water…

Cut 10 (10) “…flood waters”

Cramer says the National Weather Service is forecasting additional rainfall for the rest of the day and into tonight…

Baton Rouge Republican Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was redrawn in the newly passed congressional map says the legislature didn’t have to redraw the map to include a second Majority-Black district, with the potential to elect another Democrat. While he says Judge Shelly Dick made it clear she didn’t like the map passed in 2022, it was still making its way through the courts.

Cut 4 (07) “…existing map.”

Last month a ban went into effect to keep large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers from driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says law enforcement have issued more than 200 warnings and citations. She says there are plenty of signs in the area…

Cut 7 (13) “…and Bossier.” 

Concrete barriers were added as a safety precaution to prevent drivers from leaving the travel lane.

Two deer hunters from Port Barre may find a hunt last week is going to cost them plenty. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Agents cited 48-year-old Bryan Vidrine and a 16-year-old juvenile for hunting from a moving vehicle, from a public roadway, during illegal hours. The two face fines and restitution as high as $6000. The violations could also come with jail time.

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was completely redrawn in the newly passed congressional map is criticizing the Republican-controlled state legislature and Governor Landry for their support of the map.  He says it could ultimately hurt the GOP’s status in the US House.

Cut 3 (09) “…boneheaded move.”

Four people were shot during a drive-by shooting in Lafayette this morning. Lafayette Police Sergeant Robin Green says three men were standing outside of a home on Sunset Drive when shots were fired from a passing vehicle that stopped in front of the home.

Cut 13 (10) “…gunfire” 

All four are hospitalized, 2 in critical condition and 2 are stable.

State Police reminds drivers of large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers that driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City is off limits. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan says accidents involving large trucks have increased on that stretch of highway that is down to one lane.

Cut 6 (12) “…begin with.” 

Several inches of rain has fallen across most of Louisiana today and more rain is on the way. LRN chief meteorologist Bill Jacquemin reports this weather system has already delivered when it comes to producing flooding rains…

Cut 2 (29)  “…I’m Bill Jacquemin” 

After his congressional district was completely redrawn to favor electing a Democrat, Republican Garret Graves says he’s still running for office. Brooke Thorington has more.

Cut 1 (32)  “…I’m Brooke Thorington.”

A judge has ruled the suspect in the November stabbing attack on the Louisiana Tech campus is mentally fit to stand trial despite claims by 23-year-old Jacoby Johnson that he hears voices. Police say Johnson killed one person and injured three others. Johnson’s attorney plans to appeal the ruling.

Four people were shot during a drive-by shooting in Lafayette this morning. Lafayette Police Sergeant Robin Green says three men were standing outside of a home on Sunset Drive when shots were fired from a passing vehicle that stopped in front of the home

Cut 12 (12)  “..at the vehicle”  

Green says the conditions of all the victims are unknown. She says when officers arrived they found a man on the ground….

We’ve seen flooding rains for certain portions of our state as a half a foot of rain has fallen in some areas. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says the National Weather Service is forecasting additional rainfall for the rest of the day and into tonight…

Cut 11 (12) “…of flooding.”

We’ve seen flooding rains for certain portions of our state as half a foot of rain has fallen in some areas. National Weather Service Lake Charles meteorologist Doug Cramer says they’ve received reports of flooding of homes and businesses in Avoyelles Parish. Several highways across south and central Louisiana are under water…

Cut 10 (10) “…flood waters”

More rain is in the forecast tonight and tomorrow.

State Police reminds drivers of large commercial trucks and 18-wheelers driving through the I-20 construction zone in Bossier City is off limits. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan encourages truck drivers to use the I-220 detour to keep everyone safe.

Cut 8 (09) “…for everyone.” 

Travelers can check 511la dot org for the latest road conditions.

Baton Rouge Congressman Garret Graves, whose district was completely redrawn in the newly passed congressional map says it could cost Louisiana key GOP appointments in DC like Chair of Transportation and Infrastructure.  He says it’s a vital appointment for much-needed projects like the new Calcasieu River and Mississippi River Bridges. And more…

Cut 5 (12) “…and fix.” 

And according to The Advocate, sources say former state Representative Ted James could be preparing to run for Mayor in Baton Rouge. He would be the first announced challenger against incumbent Sharon Weston Broome. James is resigning from his role as a regional administrator for the US Small Business Administration on February 10^th.  Broome has served at East Baton Rouge Mayor President since 2016.

Republican Congressman Garret Graves believes the Louisiana legislature did not have to draw a new congressional map with a second Majority-Black district. Grave says federal Judge Shelly Dick made it clear she didn’t like the map passed in 2022, it was still making its way through the courts.

Cut 4 (07) “…existing map.”

Graves says the new map puts the Republicans majority in the House in jeopardy.

Frequent accidents involving big truck in the construction zone on I-20 in Bossier City has State Police issuing reminders to drivers of large trucks to avoid the area. DOTD Spokesperson Erin Buchanan…

Cut 7 (13) “…and Bossier.” 

Drivers of commercial trucks and 18 wheelers should use I-220 as a detour.

Several inches of rain has fallen across most of Louisiana today and more rain is on the way. LRN chief meteorologist Bill Jacquemin reports this weather system has already delivered when it comes to producing flooding rains…

Cut 2 (29)  “…I’m Bill Jacquemin”