1:30 PM Newscast Jan 30

A second Lawsuit has been brought against the New Orleans city officials and contractors for allegedly failing to protect those injured in the Bourbon Street terror attack in the wee hours of New Year’s morning. A Chicago based firm partnered with a New Orleans firm to represent 14 of the 21 people injured. The negligence suit was announced this morning, alleging that city officials failed in their duty of care. Well known personal injury attorney Morris Bart filed a suit earlier this month.

In preparation for the Superbowl and Mardi Gras, GOHSEP Director Jacques Thibodeaux outlined a comprehensive plan to protect the French Quarter from potential threats. The initiative focuses on enhancing public safety through increased law enforcement presence, surveillance upgrades, and improved emergency response coordination.

Cut 6 (13) “…prospective of the public.”

Senator Bill Cassidy questioned Health and Human Services nominee Robert F. Kenney Jr. about his stance on vaccines in the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.

Cut 1 (36) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

A 30-year Marine Corps veteran got the surprise of a lifetime – he was told by former LSU star quarterback Jayden Daniels that he was selected by USAA to go to the Super Bowl. Jonathan Knauth (kuh-NOWTH) of Stafford County, Virginia, says he was nominated for the tickets, but had forgotten all about it until he heard the news.

Cut 13 (09)  “…of the blue.”