5 Things to Know for Today

Here's a look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that we will talk about Friday:

1. ACCUSED COP KILLER IS CAUGHT

Grover Cannon is caught in a garage in Queensborough. He's accused of gunning down police officer Thomas LaValley.

2. GOP DEBATE PLAYS OUT, WITH UNSETTLED BACKDROP

The party faces a tug of war between those eager for a candidate with broad general election appeal and those who think the key to winning is nominating a fiery conservative.

3. FAMILY SAVED FROM HOUSE FIRE

Shreveport woman and child are safe after a fire ripped through their home on Joplin Street.

4. LAST LAUGHS FOR JON STEWART AT 'THE DAILY SHOW'

During his 16 years as host, the comedian turned a sleepy basic-cable entertainment program into a powerful cultural platform.

5. LOWER STANDARDS FOR BATON ROUGE ATHLETES

Baton Rouge school leaders want to lower the GPA requirements to 1.5 for athletic participation.