1:30 PM Newscast

A bill passed the House unanimously, could end the unregulated buying and selling of restaurant reservations through platforms like Appointment Trader, Dorsia, and ResX. Sponsored by Rep. Troy Hebert, the bill aims to protect restaurants unaware that their tables are being auctioned, often at high prices, like the Antoine’s reservation sold for over two thousand dollars during Super Bowl weekend.

Cut 9 (09)  “…without their consent.”

About 700 Soldiers from the mission of the Louisiana National Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, the “Tiger Brigade,” are deploying to support Operation Joint Guardian in Kosovo and Operation Enduring Freedom – Horn of Africa, providing security and support to U.S. and partner forces. Commander Jonathan Lloyd says the 256 will conduct pre-mobilization training at their home base…

Cut 6 (11) “…we’re mobilizing for.”

Saturday is the DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day, with agents at several sights throughout Louisiana collecting unwanted medications. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (00) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

With the ninth overall pick, the Saints selected Texas offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr Thursday night.  About his first selection as Head Coach, Kellen Moore says he wanted to fortify the team’s offensive line and it feels great to get his first pick nailed down.

Cut 13 (10)  “…to do that.”