11:30 LRN Newscast

Families interested in accessing state funds to pay for tuition, tutoring, textbooks, dual enrollment courses and uniforms from the new L-A Gator Scholarship program can do so by going to la-gator-dot-la-dot-gov. The L-A Gator Scholarship program will replace the state’s current voucher program that benefits low income families. How much money will be available for L-A Gator is unknown…

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Germain Gilson says that decision will be made during the budget process that takes place during the regular legislative session in the spring.

What is the fastest growing public university in the state? It’s LSU-Alexandria, which has seen a 28-percent jump in enrollment over the last year. …

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That’s LSU-A Chancellor Paul Coreil who says a significant driver of LSUA’s growth is its online programs.

The Philadelphia Eagles are on top of the football world today after soaring past the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in Super Bowl 59. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named the game’s MVP.  Afterwards he said it was the culmination of a long journey that included a benching in the 2018 College Football Playoff Championship game while at Alabama and a loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl two years ago….

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It was a disappointing performance by the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. K-C had just 23 yards in the first half. Chiefs Coach Andy Reid…

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Reid is now 3-and-3 as a head coach in Super Bowls.

10:30 LRN Newscast

Families will be able to start applying for education grants through the L-A GATOR scholarship program starting March First. Colleen Crain has the details…

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A state judge in Baton Rouge will hear arguments this afternoon about a case involving an LSU law professor who has been suspended from the classroom, because he used curse words and said unflattering things about President Trump and Governor Landry. Professor Ken Levy has sued LSU saying his rights to free speech were violated.

Louisiana State University at Alexandria is ranked #4 in Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges in Louisiana. Chancellor Paul Coreil says this coincides with a record-high Spring semester enrollment of nearly seven-thousand undergraduates, a 28% surge, the highest growth rate among Louisiana universities.

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Coreil says a significant driver of LSU’s growth is the number of students taking online courses through LSU-A. Nearly 4,000 students, a 46% increase in just one year.

The Philadelphia Eagles put together a dominating performance to beat the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named the game’s MVP as he threw two touchdown passes, one of them to Amite’s Devonta Smith and he also rushed for a touchdown…

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9:30 LRN Newscast

The Philadelphia Eagles are on top of the football world today after soaring past the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in Super Bowl 59. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named the game’s MVP.  Afterwards he said it was the culmination of a long journey that included a benching in the 2018 College Football Playoff Championship game while at Alabama and a loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl two years ago….

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The state department of education has launched a website where residents can learn more about the L-A Gator Scholarship Program which will provide vouchers to students to attend private schools. Germain Gilson with the state department of education says this program is open to all income levels, not just low-income families under the current Louisiana Scholarship Program, those in that program shouldn’t worry about being left out.

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The legislature is only going to set aside a limited amount of money for L-A GATOR, so it’s unclear at this time how many additional families the state will accommodate.

LSU-Alexandria is the fastest growing four-year school in Louisiana as it’s enrollment has increased by 28-percent to reach an all-time high of 69-hundred students. Chancellor Paul Coreil says more students are choosing LSU-A because they recognize the school is providing high-qualify, affordable education that leads to career opportunities…

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LSUA has also been ranked as the fourth best college in Louisiana by Niche-dot-com.

8:30 LRN Newscast

A new NFL champion was crowned at the Superdome last night. Andrew Greenstein reports from the site of Super Bowl 59.

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 During Kendric Lamar’s halftime show, security personnel ran onto the field and tackled a man who was running around holding up a Sudanese-Palestinian flag. “Sudan” and “Gaza” were written on it. The NFL says the person detained was one of Lamar’s performers and no one involved with the production knew that this individual would do this.

The REAL ID enforcement date is approaching, and the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles urges residents to get one if you have not. Because after May 7th, federal agencies, including the TSA, will only accept driver’s licenses and ID cards that are REAL ID. OMV spokesperson Matthew Boudreaux says visit express-lane-dot-org for a checklist on what you’ll need to get a REAL ID.

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Boudreaux says they expect an influx of residents at OMV offices and partnering Public Tag Agents as they approach the May 7th enforcement date, so don’t wait until the last minute.

What is the fastest growing public university in the state? It’s LSU-Alexandria, which has seen a 28-percent jump in enrollment over the last year. …

Cut 5 (07) “…declined”

That’s LSU-A Chancellor Paul Coreil who says a significant driver of LSUA’s growth is its online programs.

7:30 LRN Newscast

The Philadelphia Eagles put together one of the most dominating performances in Super Bowl history to dethrone the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22. Philadelphia’s defense harassed Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, while Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts threw two touchdown passes and had one rushing touchdown. Eagles Coach Nick Siriani says his team fought through adversity to get to this point…

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Now we wait and see if Siriani will lose his offensive coordinator Kellen Moore. Moore is expected to be named the new head coach of the Saints, but Siriani said during the celebration that he would like Moore to come back one more season to defend their title in 2025.

By all accounts New Orleans did a great job hosting the Super Bowl and they are expected to put a bid in to host a 12th Super Bowl sometime after 2028.

LSU-A’s enrollment has reached an all-time high of 69-hundred students and it’s increased 28-percent in just one year…

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The Real ID Enforcement Date is now about three months away, May 7th OMV spokesperson Matthew Boudreaux says if you don’t have a REAL ID card plan to get one now…

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If you plan to fly domestically after May 7th, you’ll need a Real ID that displays a gold circle with a star cutout in the top right corner. If you don’t have a Real ID, you’ll need a passport to fly domestically after May 7th.

6:45 LRN Sportscast

Super Bowl 59 was a one-sided affair as the Philadelphia Eagles crushed the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22. The game’s MVP, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, overcame an early interception to throw for 221 yards and two touchdowns. He also rushed for 72 yards and a touchdown.

Coach Nick Siriani led the Eagles to their second Super Bowl since 2018 and is proud his team overcame adversity…

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Philadelphia’s defense manhandled K-C’s offense led by Patrick Mahomes, who was sacked six times and intercepted twice….

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Mahomes is now 3-and-2 in Super Bowls.

Now we wait to see if Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore will be the next head coach of the Saints.

There’s a three-way tie for first place in SEC women’s basketball. LSU improved to 10-and-1 in league play with an 82 to 77 win over Tennessee on Sunday. And second ranked South Carolina’s 57-game SEC winning streak is over as fourth ranked Texas defeated the Gamecocks 66 to 62. Texas, South Carolina and LSU are tied for first. LSU is at Texas next Sunday.

6:30 LRN Newscast

The Philadelphia Eagles put together a dominating performance to beat the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named the game’s MVP as he threw two touchdown passes, one of them to Amite’s Devonta Smith and he also rushed for a touchdown…

Cut 13 (15) “…to win”

But even Hurts will tell you, defense wins championships, and the Eagles defense was phenomenal. K-C only had 23 yards in the first half, and they sacked quarterback Patrick Mahomes six times and intercepted him twice, returning one for a TD. Chiefs coach Andy Reid…

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And the city of New Orleans did a nice hosting the Super Bowl and officials are looking forward to bidding for a future Super Bowl some time after 2028.

The state department of education is gearing up for the L-A Gator Scholarship program. The new school choice program that will provide education scholarship accounts, will begin accepting applications on March 1st. Germain Gilson, the assistant superintendent of school choice, says families can use the money to customize their children’s education.

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The L-A Gator website is up, so you can start learning about it now.

Louisiana State University at Alexandria is ranked #4 in Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges in Louisiana. Chancellor Paul Coreil says this coincides with a record-high Spring enrollment of nearly seven-thousand undergraduates, a 28% surge, the highest growth rate among Louisiana universities.

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LRN AM Newscall February 10

LSU Alexandria ranked #4 in Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges in Louisiana, placing it among the state’s top institutions in the state.  Sean Richardson has more.

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Families will be able to start applying for education grants through the L-A GATOR program starting March First. Colleen Crain reports…

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A new NFL champion was crowned at the Superdome last night. Andrew Greenstein reports from the site of Super Bowl 59.

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Louisiana State University of Alexandria (LSUA) is ranked #4 in Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges in Louisiana. Chancellor Paul Coreil says this recognition reflects LSUA’s increasing reputation and coincides with a record-high Spring enrollment of nearly seven-thousand undergraduates, a 28% surge, the highest growth rate among Louisiana universities.

Cut 4 (08) “…interest in LSUA.”

Coreil says a key factor driving LSUA’s expansion is its online programs, which have grown 46-percent in one year, now serving nearly 4,000 students. On-campus enrollment also…

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Coreil emphasized LSUA’s commitment to high-quality, accessible education and workforce readiness.

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The REAL ID enforcement date is approaching, with the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) urging residents to prepare before May 7. OMV Public Affairs Director Matthew Boudreaux says visit express-lane-dot-org for a REAL ID checklist of what drivers need.

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OMV encourages residents to upgrade to a REAL ID when renewing their license or by applying for a duplicate. Boudreaux says to avoid a last-minute rush and advises residents to act early.

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Boudreaux says Louisiana’s digital ID, LA Wallet, is accepted at TSA checkpoints but requires a REAL ID-compliant credential.

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After May 7th, to fly domestically you’ll need a REAL ID or a passport. Also a REAL ID will be needed to enter many federal buildings.

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There’s a new school choice program in Louisiana, and the application window opens March 1st. The website for the Louisiana Giving All True Opportunity to Rise, or L-A Gator, program has launched, providing families with all the information they need about the program. Germain Gilson, the assistant superintendent of school choice, says families can use the money to customize their children’s education.

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Gilson says while this program is now open to everyone of all income levels, not just low-income families under the previous Louisiana Scholarship Program, those in the previous program shouldn’t worry about being left out.

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The legislature is only going to set aside a limited amount of money for L-A GATOR, so it’s unclear at this time how many additional families the state will accommodate.

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For more information, the website is lagator.la.gov.

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Fly, Eagles, Fly! Fans who attended Super Bowl 59 at the Superdome no doubt had that song stuck in their heads last night. They played it often, as the Philadelphia Eagles dethroned the Kansas City Chiefs, 40-22, to win their second Super Bowl in franchise history. The game was much more lopsided than the final score indicated – the Eagles jumped out to a 34-0 lead before the Chiefs even crossed midfield late in the third quarter. Jalen Hurts passed for 221 yards and two touchdowns, including a 46-yard bomb to Amite’s very own DeVonta Smith that effectively ended the competitive phase of the game. Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP and said afterwards it was the culmination of a long journey that included a benching in the 2018 College Football Playoff Championship game while at Alabama, a subsequent transfer to Oklahoma and a loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl two years ago.

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Hurts said his journey to Super Bowl champion and Super Bowl MVP is unprecedented.

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Eagles Coach Nick Siriani said his team fought through adversity all season long

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Chiefs Coach Andy Reid said his team had no answers for the Eagles until it was way too late and complimented the Eagles on a hard-fought win.

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Another player with Louisiana ties, former Saint Zack Baun, intercepted a Patrick Mahomes pass late in the first half that set up a touchdown that put the Eagles up 24-0 at halftime.

11:30 am Newscast

It won’t be long before the Chiefs and the Eagles do battle in Super Bowl 59. Andrew Greenstein gets some predictions from the NFL Experience in New Orleans.

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

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For those having a crawfish boil for their Super Bowl party can expect lower prices than anticipated.  Supply has rebounded since that historic snowstorm here, driving prices down. Crawfish App Founder Laney King says live crawfish on average are running $4.79 per pound.

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King says if you prefer to purchase boiled crawfish from your favorite spot, expect to pay around $7.10 a pound.

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.

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Conley says Colbert is a career criminal who has done this type of thing in the past.

10:30 am 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, where Manzano was found dead, his credit card missing.

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So far, Colbert is only charged in connection with having Manzano’s credit card. Depending on what Manzano’s autopsy reveals, those charges could be upgraded.

The hype is coming to a head as the Eagles and the Chiefs get set to do battle in Super Bowl 59 at the Superdome. Who do people think will win?  At the NFL Experience at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, there seems to be at least some consensus.

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One woman says she thinks one team will make Super Bowl history.

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Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest sports betting event of the year, and this one’s expected to be off the charts. Bookies-dot-com Adam Thompson says there are bets on the game, the national anthem, even bets for diehard Swifties.

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If a crawfish boil is in your Super Bowl future, no betting required.  You can bank on paying less them this year.   Following a historic snowstorm, supply has rebounded, driving prices down by more than a dollar per pound, sitting at $4.79 per pound for live crawfish and $7.10 per pound for boiled.  And Crawfish App Founder Laney King says after the high demand of Super Bowl weekend, prices may continue to drop.

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