State Treasurer John Fleming is seeking an early endorsement from the Louisiana Republican Party (LAGOP) in his challenge to Senator Bill Cassidy, who is up for re-election next year.  La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford says Fleming asked for the endorsement when he ran for State Treasurer after Governor Landry successfully got the endorsement.

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A New York doctor is facing criminal charges in Louisiana after prosecutors say he prescribed an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. West Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney Tony Clayton says it is illegal to send abortion pills into this state…

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The City of New Orleans is ready to roll out the welcome mat to visitors from all around the world for the Super Bowl. Kelly Schulz (“Shultz”) with New Orleans and Company says New Orleans’ layout makes it very easy for visitors to take in everything the city has to offer…

Cut 7 (11) “…Super Bowl experience.”

The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans is designated a “No Drone Zone” for Super Bowl LIX, with drone restrictions also extending to the downtown area in the days leading up to the event.  FAA Drone Expert Kevin Morris says this ensures the airspace stays safe.

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State Treasurer John Fleming wants an early endorsement Louisiana Republican Party in his bid to defeat incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy. Sean Richardson has more.

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All Morehouse Parish schools and offices will be closed today due to a parish wide bomb threat. Beekman Charter School said in a Facebook post that schools across Morehouse parish have received bomb threats. Law enforcement officials are investigating.

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The City of New Orleans is ready to roll out the welcome mat to visitors from all around the world for the Super Bowl. Kelly Schulz (“Shultz”) with New Orleans and Company says New Orleans’ layout makes it very easy for visitors to take in everything the city has to offer and there are many events for Super Bowl visitors to take in throughout the week.

Cut 8 (08) “…throughout the city.”

A West Baton Rouge grand jury has indicted New York Doctor Margaret Carpenter for prescribing an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. Most abortions have been illegal in Louisiana since the Supreme Court overturned Roe versus Wade in 2022. West Baton Rouge District Attorney Tony Clayton.

Cut 14 (10) “…to that.”

Following his suspension over alleged inappropriate remarks in the classroom, a Baton Rouge judge has ordered LSU to reinstate law professor Ken Levy.  The temporary restraining order prevents LSU from infringing on Levy’s free speech and due process rights or retaliating against him. LSU is vowing to continue its investigation, emphasizing respect and professionalism in the classroom.  Levy’s attorney Jill Craft called the case a crucial free speech issue.

Cut 8 (11) “…feelings hurt.”

The eyes of the world will be on New Orleans and Louisiana next week as visitors arrive from across the globe for the Super Bowl.  Michael Hecht, the CEO of Greater New Orleans Inc., says the city is putting the final touches on welcoming thousands of people to one of the most popular sporting events in the entire world.

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A New York doctor is facing criminal charges in Louisiana after allegedly prescribing an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. West Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney Tony Clayton.

Cut 13 (12)  “…of abortion”

A West Baton Rouge grand jury has indicted Doctor Margaret Carpenter and the 39-year-old mother who allegedly gave the pills to her teenage daughter.

The Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement project in the southern part of Shreveport-Bossier City is moving along as a temporary trestle bridge that will allow construction on the new bridge to begin will be finished next month. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan…

A New York doctor is facing criminal charges in Louisiana after he allegedly prescribed an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. And the girl’s mother is also facing charges.  West Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney Tony Clayton says’s the first criminal indictment of its kind in Louisiana…

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If Carpenter and the 39-year-old mother are convicted, they face a prison sentence of up to five years.

A Baton Rouge judge has ordered LSU to reinstate law professor Ken Levy after suspending him for allegedly saying “F the governor” during a criminal law class.  Levy’s Attorney Jill Craft says says the complaints were inaccurate.

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It’s a big week for the City of New Orleans as it steps into the global to host its 11th Super Bowl next Sunday.  Most agree the global impact of hosting this game is off the charts. And Michael Hecht, says they’ll be giving VIP visitors a tour of the city.

Cut 4 (09) “…a VIP experience.”

The Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement project in Shreveport-Bossier City is moving along aw work on a temporary trestle bridge will be completed next month allowing for construction on the new 360 millionl dollar bridge to begin. Department of Transportation spokesperson Erin Buchanan …

Cut 10 (06) “…for construction.”

The City of New Orleans is stepping into the global spotlight as it gets set to host Super Bowl 59 next Sunday. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Angel Reese is coming back to Baton Rouge in May.  LSU announced late yesterday that she will and the Chicago Sky will play a preseason game against the Brazillian National Team inside the PMAC on May 2^nd, so mark your calendars.

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A West Baton Rouge grand jury has indicted New York Doctor Margaret Carpenter for prescribing an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. Most abortions have been illegal in Louisiana since the Supreme Court overturned Roe versus Wade in 2022. West Baton Rouge District Attorney Tony Clayton.

Cut 14 (10) “…to that.”

A Baton Rouge judge has ordered LSU to reinstate law professor Ken Levy after suspending him for alleged inappropriate classroom statements. Levy’s Attorney Jill Craft says the temporary restraining order prevents LSU from infringing on Levy’s free speech and or retaliation.

Cut 6 (13) “…why it’s illegal.”

The City of New Orleans steps into the global spotlight next week as it gets set to host its 11th Super Bowl. Michael Hecht, the CEO of Greater New Orleans Inc., says the global impact of hosting this game is off the charts.

Cut 3 (10) “…be much greater.”

A New York doctor is facing criminal charges in Louisiana after prosecutors say she prescribed an abortion drug that terminated a Port Allen teenager’s pregnancy. West Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney Tony Clayton says it is illegal to send abortion pills into this state…

Cut 13 (12)  “…of abortion”

A West Baton Rouge grand jury has indicted Doctor Margaret Carpenter and the 39-year-old mother who allegedly gave the pills to her teenage daughter.

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Following his suspension over alleged inappropriate remarks in the classroom, a judge has ordered LSU to promptly reinstate law professor Ken Levy. Sean Richarson has more…

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

The Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement project in the southern part of Shreveport-Bossier City is nearing a milestone. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says work on a temporary bridge will be finished next month and then they can start prepping for construction.

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The findings of a survey by Tulane’s Newcomb Institute point to an epidemic in Louisianans’ mental health. Colleen Crain reports.

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Senator Bill Cassidy says he’s struggling with the confirmation vote for Robert F Kennedy Jr.  Cassidy says if Kennedy tells the public as the Health Secretary that vaccines are harmful, and someone dies from a vaccine-preventable disease, it won’t be good for the Trump administration.

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Louisiana made significant progress on the Nation’s Report Card with 4th graders leading the nation in reading improvement moving all the way from 42^nd to 16^th place in the last two years. . Leaders for a Better Louisiana Chief Policy Officer Barry Erwin says Louisiana been placing more focus on early intervention.

Cut 8 (08) “…earliest ages.”

Erwin says improvement started in 2021 and because Louisiana students were back in the classroom faster than other states following the pandemic, it played a factor in the improvement of reading.

Cut 9 (12)  “…wrong direction.”

Big leap for Louisiana as scores for 4^th grade reading  have jumped from 46^th to 16^th in 4^th in just two years. Sean Richardson has dertails.

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City leaders in New Orleans have signed off on plans to build a new city-run shelter for 65 people living on the street. The move marks a change in plans from earlier efforts to move homeless people from encampments to permanent housing.  The apartment-style shelter, would be built on a vacant lot between South Gayoso and South Dupre streets.

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A new statewide survey reveals some alarming mental health issues in Louisiana.  Executive Director of Tulane’s Newcomb Institute Anita Raj says more than one in ten men in Louisiana have thought about suicide in the past year.

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Raj says risks of non-intervention are substantial so if you see alarming behaviors, seek help

U-S Senator Bill Cassidy admits he’s struggling with the confirmation vote for Robert F Kennedy Jr as Secretary for the U-S Health Department. Kennedy is known as a vaccine skeptic and as a physician, that doesn’t sit right with Cassidy, so he’d like to hear Kennedy change his tune.

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Tulane’s Newcomb Institute uncovered some alarming mental health concerns with a recently released 2023 statewide survey. Executive Director, Anita Raj calls it a mental health crisis of epidemic proportions with one in nine Louisiana adults living with severe depression and/or anxiety – many contemplating self-harm.

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Louisiana made significant progress on the Nation’s Report Card with 4th graders leading the nation in reading improvement. Fourth graders advanced from 42nd to 16th place in reading, while 8th graders moved up 10 spots to 29.  Leaders for a Better Louisiana Chief Policy Officer Barry Erwin…

Cut 7 (12) “…negative trends.”

U-S Senator Bill Cassidy says he’s struggling with Robert F Kennedy’s nomination for U-S Health Secretary. Jeff Palermo has the story…

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The New Orleans Saints nominated longtime Calvary Baptist football coach Rodney Guin for the Don  Shula High School Coach of the Year Award…named after the NFL’s winningest coach. Guin has won 205 games as a head coach and calls it an honor to be recognized…

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Governor Landry is outlining some of the security procedures which will be in place next week for the Super Bowl. From February 5th through the 10th, there will be an enhanced French Quarter Security Zone where no ice chests will be allowed, all bags larger than 4 ½ by 6 ½ will be searched, and no vehicles will be allowed.

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A Super Bowl-winning coach is no longer interested in the Saints head coaching vacancy. Former Cowboys and Packers coach Mike McCarthy has removed his name from consideration. NFL analyst and WWL Radio’s Mike Detillier says McCarthy knows the Saints are more interested in Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore……

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A 30-year Marine Corps veteran got the surprise of a lifetime – he was told by Jayden Daniels that he was selected by USAA to go to the Super Bowl.  He is Jonathan Knauth (kuh-NOWTH) of Stafford County, Virginia who’s first time in New Orleans was just in response to Hurricane Katrina.

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This time Knauth will be enjoying  the Super Bowl from a luxury suite.

Speaking on the Senate floor, Senator John Kennedy warned that failing to extend the 2017 tax cuts would severely damage the economy.  He’s also arguing to increase defense funding due to threats from China, Russia, and Iran, stressing that weakness invites aggression.

Cut 8 (13) “…money on defense.”