12:30 LRN Newscast

Kenner Police arrest a woman in connection with the death of a Kansas City TV reporter in town covering the Super Bowl. Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley says Danette Colbert was seen on surveillance video at a Comfort Suites hotel entering Adan Manzano’s room Wednesday morning.

Cut 12 (10) “…entering that room.”

Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest sports betting event of the year, and prop bets are a way for fans to have a little skin in the game.  Bookies.com Adam Thompson says one betting angle focuses on the national anthem, performed by New Orleans native Jon Batiste, and says you can check past performances to do some studying before placing your bet.

Cut 10 (11) “…over/under right now.”

Southern University steps onto the worldwide stage prior to the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

11:40 LRN Sportscast

Can the Eagles dethrone the two-time defending champion Chiefs? For Philadelphia to win they’ll need to handle Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s blitz packages. Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts…

Cut 16 (12) “…for us.”

Our own Andrew Greenstein is at the NFL Super Bowl Experience at the Convention Center and found several people who like the Eagles to win by double digits…

Cut 4 (07) “…by ten”

No one is surprised to see Jayden Daniels win the AP Offensive Rookie of Year Award. He took home that award at the NFL Honors Award show last night in New Orleans. He also won the award for Most Memorable Moment. His hail mary pass to beat the Chicago Bears in Week 8.

Joe Burrow won the Comeback Player of the Year Award for a second time in his career.

The sixth ranked LSU women’s basketball team defeated Missouri 71 to 60 last night to improve to 9-and-1 in the SEC. Coach Kim Mulkey says it was not an easy win…

Cut 22 (11) “…hung there”

The Lady Techsters rallied late to beat Liberty 67 to 66 as Paris Bradley made the winning shot with two seconds left.

A decorated Army veteran from South Dakota returns to New Orleans for the first time today since performing clean-up work following Hurricane Katrina and she will get to go to the Super Bowl. Staff Sergeant Kim Hubers is one of a few disabled military veterans that have received tickets to the game, and she can’t believe it…

Cut 28 (08)  “…in shock.”

USAA teamed up with former LSU star and Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson to award Hubers a trip to the Super Bowl and game tickets. Jefferson is her favorite player.

11:30 LRN Newscast

A Shreveport man is facing charges after he allegedly offered to give two teenagers a ride home, instead took them to a local hotel room and tried to sexually assault them. Shreveport Police Corporal Chris Bordelon says the teenagers made a bad decision in getting into Reed’s vehicle. They did not know him

Cut 12 (15) “…from happening”

He says the juvenile who escaped alerted the authorities. Bordelon says officers rushed to the hotel to arrest Reed.

The hype is coming to a head — just a couple days until the Eagles and the Chiefs do battle in Super Bowl 59 at the Superdome. Who do people think will win? With two evenly-matched teams, opinions are mixed.

Cut 3 (06) “…Philly by 6.”

Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest sports betting event of the year, and Super Bowl LIX  is expected to break records. Adam Thompson with Bookies-dot-com  says one notable prop bet is Saquon Barkley to record 10-plus rushing yards in each quarter.

Cut 12 (07) “…per quarter.”

The average live price for crawfish has dropped $1.20 a pound heading into Super Bowl weekend. That’s according to Laney King with the Crawfish App, who says this is shaping up to be a much better crawfish season than last year…

Cut 8 (13) “….when it really counts”

King says if you purchase boiled crawfish from your favorite spot, expect to pay around $7.10 a pound and a 35-pound sack is going for around 165-dollars.

10:30 LRN Newscast

An arrest has been made in connection with the death of a Kansas City sports reporter in New Orleans was covering the Super Bowl. Kenner Police have taken Danette Colbert into custody after he allegedly used 27-year-old Adan Manzano’s credit card at several stores in the New Orleans area. Currently Colbert is only facing property crimes, but police say she has a history of drugging men.

Especially in light of what happened New Year’s Day, security along Bourbon Street is tighter than it’s ever been before…

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Shreveport Police say two teenagers survived a harrowing experience when they accepted a ride from a stranger and instead of being driven home, they were taken to a local hotel room. Corporal Chris Bordelon says Jeffrey Reed did not allow the teens to leave, once he got them in that hotel room…

Cut 11 (15) “…in custody”

Bordelon says one of the teens did escape and alerted authorities who rushed to the hotel and arrested Reed.

Crawfish lovers gearing up for a Super Bowl weekend boil can expect lower prices than anticipated. Following a historic snowstorm, supply has rebounded, driving prices down by about a dollar per pound. Crawfish App Founder Laney King says live crawfish on average will run you $4.79 per pound.

Cut 6 (10) “…35-pound sack of crawfish.”

King says crawfish prices were almost doubled at this time last year.

9:30 LRN Newscast

Just in to our newsroom – we’re getting new details on the death of a Kansas City TV reporter who was in New Orleans covering the Super Bowl. Kenner Police found Adan Manzano unresponsive in his hotel room yesterday, and they have arrested Danette Colbert of Slidell, who they say had been using his credit card at several New Orleans-area stores. Police say Colbert’s arrest record includes prior allegations of drugging men and using their credit cards.

Everywhere you go on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, you will see concrete and steel barricades and law enforcement in tactical gear. These Super Bowl visitors are thankful for the steel and concrete barricades.

Cut 6 (08) “…a lot safer.”

Even though Bourbon Street is completely blocked off, traffic along intersecting streets can get through. When crowds swell to the point that makes that unsafe, police will block those off too.

A decorated Army veteran from South Dakota, who did cleanup work in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, returns to the city for the first time today and she is also going to the Super Bowl. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Southern University’s Human Jukebox will take the field for a five-minute performance during pregame. Marching Band Director Kedric Taylor says this is a way for the school to showcase itself – and the state – to the world.

Cut 7 (11) “…that we’re doing .”

8:30 LRN Newscast

An arrest has been made in connection with the death of a sports reporter who was in New Orleans covering the Super Bowl. Twenty-seven-year-old Adam Manzano was found dead in his Kenner hotel room. Manzano was covering the game for Telemundo KC. Kenner Police say they have taken Danette Colbert of Slidell into custody. Police say Colbert used Manzano’s credit card at multiple stores and surveillance video shows her leaving his  hotel room alone. Authorities also Colbert has a history of financial crimes that include drugging men, stealing their money and using their credit cards.

Meanwhile, security is very tight on Bourbon Street. This man a massive police presence is a necessity for big events…

Cut 5 (07) “….feels safe”

A Shreveport man is facing charges after he allegedly kidnapped two teenagers and attempted to sexually assault them. Corporal Chris Bordelon with the Shreveport Police Department says a 13 and a 14-year-old were walking down the street during the middle of the night when Jeffrey Reed drove by and offered the teens a ride…

Cut 10 (12) “…to escape”

The escaped teen contacted authorities who rushed to the hotel to arrest Reed.

Southern University’s Human Jukebox is preparing to perform at the Super Bowl for a ninth time in the marching band’s history. Band director Kedric Taylor guarantees they will put on a spectacular…and diverse…performance before the game on Sunday…

Cut 8 (07) “….to be amazing”

Staff Sergeant Kim Hubers from South Dakota will have an amazing weekend as she received two Super Bowl tickets courtesy of USAA. Hubers served 14 years in the Army National Guard, before she was forced to medically retire. She returns to New Orleans for the first time since her deployment to the city after Hurricane Katrina, which she was difficult…

Cut 14 (17) “…fantastic way”

Hubers will also get meet her favorite player, former LSU star and Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson.

7:30 LRN Newscast

Super Bowl weekend is finally here in New Orleans and everywhere you go on Bourbon Street, you will see concrete and steel barricades and law enforcement in tactical gear. These Super Bowl visitors are grateful, saying it gives them peace of mind.

Cut 4 (07) “…week.”

There are visitors from around the world that have come to New Orleans for the Super Bowl, including military veteran Kim Hubers from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Thanks to USAA, Hubers has received two Super Bowl tickets and she’s brought her daughter, Aubrey…

Cut 15 (11) “…it’s amazing”
Hubers who served 14 years in the Army National Guard will also get to meet her favorite player. Saint Rose’s own and former LSU star and now Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson.

Southern University steps onto the worldwide stage prior to the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Greg Brooks Junior’s lawyers have fired back at LSU Coach Brian Kelly. Kelly said on Wednesday he’s been part of Brooks’ recovery from brain surgery that  left him permanently disabled. But in a statement released by Brooks’ legal team, they stand by the Good Morning America report that Kelly has not reached out since October 2023, which was just after his surgery.

6:45 LRN Sportscast

Commanders quarterback and LSU star Jayden Daniels is the Offensive Rookie of the Year. Daniels received the award last night at the NFL Honors Award Show in New Orleans. Jay Kid received all but one first place vote. And for the second time in his career, quarterback Joe Burrow was named NFL Comeback Player of the Year. Burrow returned from a wrist injury to have his best season of his career.

New Orleans native Eli Manning will have to wait another year to get into the NFL Hall of Fame. He is not part of the 2025 class that features Jared Allen, Sterling Sharpe, Eric Allen and Antonio Gates. Allen spent three seasons in New Orleans in the mid-90s.

In basketball last night…Louisiana Tech men lost to Liberty 77 to 53, ninth ranked LSU women’s basketball downed Missouri 71 to 60 as Flau’Jae Johnson scored 19 points and the Lady Techsters rallied to beat Liberty 67 to 66. Paris Bradley hit the game winning shot and finished with 19 points.

Sunday is the Super Bowl and Kansas City is trying to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls. Chiefs Safety Justin Reid from Prairieville says it would be an amazing accomplishment…

Cut 17 (17)  “…done before.”

LSU has officially announced former Florida State offensive coordinator Alex Atkins as the Tigers tight ends coach and run game coordinator. Atkins has a history of improving run games in his previous stops. Coach Brian Kelly says Atkins is a good addition…

Cut 20 (22) “…great need”

6:30 LRN Newscast

It’s Super Bowl weekend in New Orleans and especially in light of what happened New Year’s Day, security along Bourbon Street is tighter than it’s ever been before. Andrew Greenstein spoke with Bourbon Street visitors.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A dense fog advisory is in effect until 10 AM for the southern half of the state today. The fog is mixing with smoke from a marsh fire in St. Charles Parish which has resulted in near zero visibility conditions for some areas.

Super Bowl Pregame festivities in the Superdome will certainly have a Louisiana flair. New Orleans native Jon Batiste will sing the national anthem, Lafayette’s Lauren Daigle along with Trombone Shorty from New Orleans will perform God Bless America. And before that, the Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band will entertain the crowd. Band director Kedric Taylor…

Cut 9 (10) “…as well”

A decorated Army veteran from South Dakota returns to New Orleans for the first time today since performing clean-up work following Hurricane Katrina and she will get to go to the Super Bowl. Staff Sergeant Kim Hubers is one of a few military veterans that have received tickets for the game, and she can’t believe it…

Cut 13 (08)  “…in shock.”

USAA teamed up with former LSU star and Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson to award Hubers a trip to the Super Bowl and game tickets. Jefferson is her favorite player.

UPDATED LRN AM Newscall February 7 ***FIXES CUT 2***

Especially in light of what happened New Year’s Day, security along Bourbon Street is tighter than it’s ever been before. Andrew Greenstein is on Bourbon Street talking with visitors.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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Southern University steps onto the worldwide stage prior to the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A decorated Army veteran from South Dakota, who did cleanup work in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, returns to the city for the first time today and she is also going to the Super Bowl. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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Everywhere you go on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, you will see concrete and steel barricades and law enforcement in tactical gear. These Super Bowl visitors are grateful, saying it gives them peace of mind.

Cut 4 (07) “…week.”

This man says in this day and age, a massive police presence is a necessity for big events…

Cut 5 (07) “…feels safe.”

These people say they’re thankful for the steel and concrete barricades.

Cut 6 (08) “…a lot safer.”

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Southern University’s Human Jukebox marching band will take the field at the Superdome for a five-minute performance during the Super Bowl pregame show. Southern Band Director Kedric Taylor says this is a way for the school to showcase itself – and the state – to the world.

Cut 7 (11) “…that we’re doing.”

Taylor says the band will putt on a spectacular – and diverse – performance before the game on Sunday.

Cut 8 (07) “…to be amazing.”

Taylor says the performance will feature every genre that Louisiana is known for.

Cut 9 (10)  “…show as well.”

This will be the ninth time that the Human Jukebox will be performing at the Super Bowl.

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A Shreveport man is facing several charges after he allegedly kidnapped two teenagers and attempted to sexually assault them. Corporal Chris Bordelon with the Shreveport Police Department says a 13 and a 14-year-old were walking down the street during the middle of the night after visiting a friend’s house, when Jeffrey Reed drove by and offered the teens a ride…

Cut 10 (12) “…to escape”

The teenagers thought Reed would drive them home, instead he took them to a motel on Greenwood Road. Bordelon says once they were at the motel, Reed refused to allow them to leave…

Cut 11 (15) “…in custody.”

Bordelon says the teenagers made a bad decision in getting into Reed’s vehicle. They did not know him

Cut 12 (15) “…from happening”

He says one of the juveniles escaped and alerted the authorities. Bordelon says officers rushed to the hotel to arrest Reed. He’s been charged with two counts of simple kidnapping, two counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile and one count of false imprisonment.

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A decorated Army veteran from South Dakota returns to New Orleans for the first time today since performing clean up work following Hurricane Katrina and she will get to go to the Super Bowl. Staff Sergeant Kim Hubers is one of a few military veterans that have received tickets for the game and she can’t believe it…

Cut 13 (08)  “…in shock.”

USAA teamed up with former LSU star and Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson to award Hubers a trip to the Super Bowl and game tickets. Jefferson is her favorite player.

Hubers served 14 years in the Army National Guard and that included an overseas deployment to Iraq at the beginning of the Second Gulf War. She was also deployed to New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina and her time in the Crescent City was chaotic in the months following the destructive storm…

Cut 14 (17) “…fantastic way.”

Hubers his bringing her daughter, Aubrey, to the game…

Cut 15 (11) “…it’s amazing.”

Hubers will get to meet Jefferson and other current and former NFL players at the USAA Salute Service Lounge before attending the game.

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Can the Eagles dethrone the two-time defending champion Chiefs? For Philadelphia to win they’ll need to handle Kansas City defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s blitz packages. Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts…

Cut 16 (12) “…for us.”

Kansas City is trying to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls. Chiefs Safety Justin Reid from Prairieville says it would be an amazing accomplishment…

Cut 17 (17)  “…done before.”

The Chiefs are seeking their fourth Super Bowl title in six years. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes always plays his best when it matters the most. He explains why that is…

Cut 18 (17)  “…best moments.”

Kick off on Sunday is at 5:30.

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