Police in Kenner arrest a woman in connection with the death of a Kansas City TV reporter in town covering the Super Bowl. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo”

Super Bowl LXI is Sunday so who are people saying will win? With two evenly-matched teams, opinions are mixed.

Cut 3 (06) “…Philly by 6.”

The average price for live 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.

Super Bowl 59 is expected to break betting 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 9 (07)  “…yards per quarter.”

Just about anything associated with Super Bowl Sunday is subject to prop bets. Thompson says another angle focuses on the national anthem, performed by New Orleans native Jon Batiste, and there are bets inspired with Taylor Swift songs

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 a surveillance video at entering Adan Manzano’s hotel room Wednesday morning. His credit card and phone were later found in her residence. Conley says Colbert is a career criminal who has done this type of thing before.

Cut 14 (09) “…of that nature.”

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

The Eagles and the Chiefs do battle in Super Bowl 59 Sunday and visitors to the NFL Experience at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans are making predictions. One woman says she thinks one team will make Super Bowl history.

Cut 5 (05) “…it to them.”

Crawfish lovers have something other than the Super Bowl to celebrate. Following the recent historic snowstorm, supply has rebounded, and Crawfish App Founder Laney King says this time last year, prices were almost doubled.

Cut 7 (12) “…it’s super early”

King noted that after the high demand of Super Bowl weekend, prices may continue to drop as availability rises.

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.”

A Kansas City TV reporter in town covering the Super Bowl has died and Kenner Police have made an arrest. Police Chief Keith Conley says Danette Colbert was seen on a surveillance video at a Comfort Suites hotel entering Adan Manzano’s room Wednesday morning. And he says the credit card that Manzano used to check into the hotel was missing from his wallet. Investigators found it a short time later.

Cut 13 (10)  “…inside that residence.”

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

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

Gearing up for Super Bowl 59, Andrew Greenstein is at the NFL Experience, getting some predictions.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest sports betting event of the year, and not all bets are about the outcome of the game. Bookies-dot-com Adam Thompson says some betting angles focus on the performance of the national anthem and this Super Bowl there are bets for diehard Swifties.

Cut 11 (12) “…for the Super Bowl.”

A second stain of bird flu has been detected in dairy cows in Nevada. Until now, this strain had only been detected in wild birds and poultry. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says no cases have been found in Louisiana’s poultry industry, but officials remain vigilant.  He says wild birds and dairy herds could infect commercial birds.

Cut 5 (07) “…one of the workers.”

The New Orleans French Quarter is filling up with football fans. Huge crowds are expected through Super Bowl Sunday. Kelly Henderson, the manager at Fat Catz Music Club on Bourbon Street, says he’s treating Super Bowl week like Mardi Gras.

Cut 9 (05)  “…hope and pray.”

Business up and down Bourbon Street are looking for this week to make up for a tough January, when they had to close due for several days to the New Year’s Day attack and the snowstorm.

Super Bowl LIX will honor New Orleans’ rich musical heritage with a lineup of artists connected to Louisiana for the pregame entertainment.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Super Bowl 59 is Sunday and Former Amite star Devonta (duh-VAWN-tay) Smith who was in his second season when Philadelphia lost to Kansas City in Super Bowl 57 says if they keep playing the way they have been they will be successful. While the Chiefs are known for Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, they also have an elite defense. Smith on what makes the Chiefs so good on defense…

Cut 13 (09)  “…throw at us.”

Two boys were making their way home after a late-night visit to a friend when Shreveport police say Jeffrey Reed offered them a ride but allegedly took the boys aged 13 and 14, to a motel, held them there, displayed pornographic images, and attempted to sexually assault them. Officers captured Reed but had to use a taser when he resisted. He has been charged with simple kidnapping, indecent behavior with a juvenile, and false imprisonment.

This year the bird flu has resulted in fewer chickens that can lay eggs leading to a significant increase in egg prices. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says it’s going to take some time to restock poultry houses and vaccinate the hens…

Cut 4 (07) “…stop the disease”

While no cases have been found in Louisiana’s poultry industry, officials remain vigilant. Earlier this year, a Southwest Louisiana man died from bird flu. He reportedly had pre-existing health conditions.

As New Orleans hosts Super Bowl LXI, the city and Louisiana’s music will definitely flavor the pre-game activities. Jon Batiste will sing the National Anthem and America the Beautiful will be performed by Lauren Daigle and Trombone Shorty who says they are blending his and Daigle’s signature styles…

Cut 8 (08) “…sounds ok to me.”

This is Kansas City’s fifth appearance in the Super Bowl in the last six year and there is certainly K-C Fatigue as the Chiefs look to make history with a threepeat victory. Safety Justin Reid from Dutchtown High School in Ascension Parish says he likes playing the villain in this game…

Cut 14 (14) “…more fun.”

For the Philadelphia Eagles, former Amite star, Devonta Smith said if they continue to play the way they have been, they should be successful.

Shreveport police arrested a man after he offered two boys aged 13 and 14 a ride home but instead allegedly took them to a motel on Greenwood Road, held them there, and attempted to sexually assault them. Officers captured Jeffrey Reed but had to use a taser when he resisted. Reed was transported to a local hospital for injuries he received during the arrest.

A second stain of bird flu has been detected in dairy cows in Nevada. This strain had only been detected in wild birds and poultry, has now infected some cows. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says the good news is that the virus has not yet been detected in Louisiana’s commercial poultry operations.

Cut 3 (13) “…consistently tested positive.”

A man in southwest Louisiana died earlier this year from the bird flu. He was infected with the same strain of bird flu detected in cattle in Nevada.

Businesses along Bourbon Street are gearing up for a huge weekend ahead of the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein talked with the manager of one of those businesses.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Super Bowl 59 is almost here as the Philadelphia Eagles try to win their second Super Bowl. Former Amite star Devonta (duh-VAWN-tay) Smith was in his second season when Philadelphia lost to Kansas City in Super Bowl 57. Smith says they are not looking to over perform this time…

Cut 12 (07) “…come out successful.”

Super Bowl LIX will honor New Orleans’ rich musical heritage with a lineup of artists connected to Louisiana for the pregame entertainment.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

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Businesses along Bourbon Street are gearing up for a huge weekend ahead of the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein talked with the manager of one of those businesses.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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A second stain of bird flu has been detected in dairy cows in Nevada. This strain had only been detected in wild bird and poultry, but it’s now it has spilled into cows. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says the good news is that the virus has not yet been detected in the state’s commercial poultry operations.

Cut 3 (13) “…consistently tested positive.”

A man in southwest Louisiana died earlier this year from the bird flu. He was infected with the same strain of bird flu detected in cattle in Nevada.

Strain emphasized that recovery will take time, requiring the raising of new chicks, restocking poultry houses, and vaccinating hens.

Cut 4 (07) “…stop the disease.”

While no cases have been found in Louisiana’s poultry industry, Strain says they have to stay on top of the situation.

Cut 5 (15) “…by the workers.”

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The pregame entertainment at Super Bowl LIX will honor New Orleans’ rich musical heritage with a lineup of artists connected to Louisiana. Grammy and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste will perform the national anthem. The New Orleans says he thinks about his life when singing the anthem…

Cut 6 (10) “…our shared humanity.”

Lauren Daigle and New Orleans own Trombone Shorty will perform America the Beautiful prior to kick off. Daigle, a Lafayette native and Grammy-winning Christian music artist says she’s always loved this song…

Cut 7 (16) “…to me.”

Trombone Shorty, a New Orleans jazz musician, brings a signature brass sound noted they are blending his and Daigles signature styles to the stage.

Cut 8 (08) “…sounds ok to me.”

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The New Orleans French Quarter is filling up with football fans. Huge crowds are expected through Super Bowl Sunday. Kelly Henderson, the manager at Fat Catz Music Club on Bourbon Street, says he’s treating Super Bowl week like Mardi Gras.

Cut 9 (05)  “…hope and pray.”

Businesses up and down Bourbon Street are looking for this week to make up for a tough January, when they had to close several days due to the New Year’s Day attack and the snowstorm. Henderson says he doesn’t look at Super Bowl week as a way to make up for lost time.

Cut 10 (10) “…slow us down.”

Bourbon Street has been transformed into a full-time pedestrian mall for this week, and there’s renewed talk of transforming it into a pedestrian mall permanently. Businesses had pushed back on that in the past. But Henderson says he’d support it under one condition.

Cut 11 (15) “…with other cars”

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Super Bowl 59 is almost here as the Philadelphia Eagles try to win their second Super Bowl. Former Amite star Devonta (duh-VAWN-tay) Smith was in his second season when Philadelphia lost to Kansas City in Super Bowl 57. Smith says they are not looking to over perform this time…

Cut 12 (07) “…come out successful.”

The Chiefs are known for Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, but they also have an elite defense. Smith on what makes K-C so good on defense…

Cut 13 (09)  “…throw at us.”

There is certainly Kansas City Chiefs fatigue heading into the Super Bowl. K-C is seeking to win the Super Bowl for a record third consecutive year and this is there fifth appearance in the game in six years. Safety Justin Reid from Dutchtown High School in Ascension Parish likes playing the villain in this game…

Cut 14 (14) “…more fun.”

A routine traffic stop on Hwy 59 in Mandeville lead to the discovery of a suspected crack cocaine lab. A post on St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Facebook page says during the stop of 55-year-old Raymond Matos Authorities found 1.5 grams of suspected crack cocaine, drug paraphernalia, over three thousand dollars cash. Investigators then searched Mato’s home and seized the measuring cups, a microwave after finding more than a half-pound of suspected cocaine; approximately 4 grams of crack cocaine, drug paraphernalia including scales, glass pipes, packaging material; and $9,000 cash.

A second stain of bird flu has been detected in dairy cows in Nevada. Until now, this strain had only been detected in wild birds and poultry Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says no cases have been found in Louisiana’s poultry industry, but officials remain vigilant.  He says wild birds and dairy herds could infect commercial birds.

Cut 5 (07) “…one of the workers.”

Super Bowl LIX will honor New Orleans’ rich musical heritage with a lineup of artists connected to Louisiana for pregame entertainment.

Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Bourbon Street has been transformed into a full-time pedestrian mall for this week, and there’s renewed talk of transforming it into a full-time pedestrian mall permanently. Businesses had pushed back on that in the past. But the manager of Fat Catz Music Club, Kelly Henderson says he’d support it under one condition.

Cut 11 (15) “…with other cars”

New Orleans is focusing on heightened security measures for Super Bowl 59, banning coolers, ice chests, and large bags on Bourbon and surrounding streets. But cannot ban guns because of the state’s Constitutional Carry law which allows conceal carry without a permit for non-felon adults. But New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says they will stop people who are negligently carrying, if you have a gun in your waist band and not in a holster.

Cut 10 (12) “…but legally.”

She stresses that it is still illegal to enter an establishment that serves alcohol while armed.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is warning fans about ticket scams as Big Game activities continue in New Orleans. She cautions that major events like the Super Bowl attract scammers who deceive unsuspecting buyers with fake merchandise and tickets.

Cut 12 (15) “…sanctioned merchandise.”

Louisiana officials reiterate that food caught off the Gulf Coast is safe to eat. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has investigated over 70 fish kills statewide since the recent historically old temperatures dropped water temperatures to below 40 degrees for several days. Fisheries Biologist Jason Adriance says many saltwater species couldn’t survive the prolonged cold but compared to the severe freeze of December 1989, this event was shorter and less extreme.

Cut 5 (10) “…2014 and 2018.”

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) says the recent history-making cold temperatures with water temperatures below 40 degrees for several days caused numerous fish kills. Fisheries Biologist Jason Adriance says LDWF has investigated over 70 fish kills statewide, with the highest Spotted Seatrout and Black Drum mortalities in the Terrebonne/Timbalier (Tim ball air) Basin and the highest Red Drum and Sheepshead losses in the Barataria Basin.

Cut 4 (13) “…pretty much state wide.”

After more than a dozen people got sick from eating oysters collected from Area 3 of the Gulf Coast, the state is reiterating to people that seafood caught in Louisiana is safe to eat. 15 people became infected with Norovirus after eating oysters harvested in that area in the second half of January. Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Madison Sheahan says people visiting New Orleans for the Super Bowl should by no means be discouraged from eating Louisiana seafood.

Cut 6 (10) “…seafood this week.”

The Department of Health has closed Oyster Area 3 and has issued a recall for all oysters harvested from there since January 10th.

Tighter security measures are in place today in New Orleans as more fans arrive for Super Bowl 59. No coolers, ice chests or large bags on Bourbon Street and surrounding streets. But it will not be a gun-free zone, because the state’s Constitutional Carry law allows permitless conceal carry. But New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says that does not mean you can bring a gun into a bar…

Cut 9 (13)  “…alcohol.”

Kirkpatrick says they will stop people who are negligently carrying, if you have a gun in your waist band and not in a holster.