Food delivery service Waitr has released a top 10 list of what people order for Super Bowl Sunday. The list is unsurprisingly topped by wings, fries, and burgers. But Waitr spokesperson Whitney Savioe says at number nine, an iconic Louisiana food makes the list.

Cut 3 (07) “…in Louisiana”

Reports estimate nearly 1.3 billion chicken wings will be consumed on Sunday.

It’s a fun twist on Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog’s Day celebration.  Today marked the 20^th year that Cajun Groundhog, Pierre C. Shadeaux, exited his home in downtown New Iberia, and he saw his shadow. Zoosiana Zoo of Acadiana spokesperson Lea Loftin says unlike the Pennsylvania version, Pierre did not predict the length of winter…

Cut 6 (10) “…longer spring”

Anthony Davis addressed the media Friday, speaking on his trade aspirations to leave the Pelicans in favor of playing for a team with the ability to win more consistently.  Davis says he feels that it’s just the right time to leave the Big Easy.

Cut 9 (08) “…play this game.″

Accused murderer Dakota Theriot is back in Louisiana today after declining to fight his extradition at a court hearing in Virginia. Theriot is accused of murdering a family he lived within the Walker area, before heading to Gonzales to execute his parents.  An Advocate report earlier this week mentioned Theriot had previous mental instability and suffered from hallucinations.  Legal Analyst Tim Meche says if that’s true, it could make it less likely that the 21-year-old would be sentenced to death.

Cut 13 (12) “…penalty.”

Accused killer Dakota Theriot is back in Louisiana after declining to fight extradition during a hearing in Virginia Friday. He faces five counts of first-degree murder for allegedly killing his parents in Ascension and three others in Livingston Parish. Legal analyst Tim Meche…
cut 14 (10) “…man suffer”
A court-appointed attorney in Virginia said that Theriot drove to Virginia so that he can hug and kiss his two aunts and grandmother goodbye.

Pelcians All-Star Forward Anthony Davis says he’s given the New Orleans franchise all that he can and it’s time to move on. Davis did not give a timetable on when he would like to be traded and didn’t provide any preferred destinations. He says if not traded this year, he’ll suit up for the Pels when his injured finger heals…
cut 11 (10) “…I get traded”
The NBA trade deadline is Thursday.

Waitr has released a list of it’s most popular Super Bowl Sunday food choices, ahead of what is usually one of the busiest days for food delivery services.

Cut 1 (32) “I’m Matt Doyle”

A Shreveport woman who is accused of failing to send her two children to school for almost two years has plead guilty to improper supervision.  35 year old Fathimah Slack, admitted she failed to send her children, ages 13 & 14, to school for the entire 2017-18 school year as well as the current school year until November.  She’s been sentenced to 30 days behind bars, but receives credit for time served.

Food delivery service Waitr has released a top 10 list of what people order for Super Bowl Sunday. The list is unsurprisingly topped by wings, fries, and burgers. But Waitr spokesperson Whitney Savioe says at number nine, an iconic Louisiana food makes the list.

Cut 3 (07) “…in Louisiana”

Reports estimate nearly 1.3 billion chicken wings will be consumed on Sunday.

Saturday marks the 20^th year Pierre C. Shadeaux will exit his hand built Cajun home in downtown New Iberia as a crowd awaits whether or not he will see his shadow. It’s a fun twist on Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog’s Day celebration. Zoosiana Zoo of Acadiana spokesperson Lea Loftin says unlike the Pennsylvania version, Pierre will not predict the length of winter…

Cut 6 (10) “…longer spring”

The event kicks off at 7:30 AM.

Anthony Davis addressed the media today, speaking on his trade aspirations to leave the Pelicans in favor of playing for a team with the ability to win more consistently.  Davis says he feels that it’s just the right time to leave the Big Easy.

Cut 9 (08) “…play this game.″

Accused murderer Dakota Theriot returns to Louisiana today after waiving his extradition at a court hearing in Virginia. Theriot is accused of murdering a family he lived within the Walker area, before heading to Gonzales to execute his parents.  An Advocate report earlier this week mentioned Theriot had previous mental instability and suffered from hallucinations.  Legal Analyst Tim Meche says if that’s true, it could make it less likely that the 21-year-old would be sentenced to death.

Cut 13 (12) “…penalty.”

Until the conclusion of the NFC Championship, many throughout Louisiana had plans of watching the Black and Gold this Sunday compete in the Big Game.  However, some sports bars and restaurants are going to make sure those plans stay intact by throwing a watch party of Super Bowl 44, where the Saints became NFL Champions. Owner of Tracy’s in New Orleans, Jeffrey Carraras says there will be plenty of activities for Who Dats that may not want to watch any football.
Cut 11 (08) “…next season starts.”
Saturday marks the 20^th year Pierre C. Shadeaux will exit his hand built Cajun home in New Iberia as crowds anxiously await whether or not he will see his shadow. It’s a fun twist on Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog’s Day celebration. Zoosiana Zoo of Acadiana Director of Marketing Lea Loftin says unlike the Pennsylvania version, Pierre won’t be predicting the length of winter…
Cut 6 (11) “…win games”
The event kicks off at 7:30 AM.

Waitr has released a list of it’s most popular Super Bowl Sunday food choices, ahead of what is usually one of the busiest days for food delivery services.

Cut 1 (32) “I’m Matt Doyle”

A host of Louisiana’s most powerful politicians and lobbyists are in DC this week for this year’s Washington Mardi Gras. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”  

A Shreveport woman who is accused of failing to send her two children to school for almost two years has plead guilty to improper supervision.  35 year old Fathimah Slack, admitted she failed to send her children, ages 13 & 14, to school for the entire 2017-18 school year as well as the current school year until November.  She’s been sentenced to 30 days behind bars.

Until the conclusion of the NFC Championship, many throughout Louisiana had plans of watching the Black and Gold this Sunday compete in the Big Game.  However, some sports bars and restaurants are going to make sure those plans stay intact.  In Lafayette, Fast Eddie, host of the Big Morning Show on Big 102.1 says his station has taken over Smitty’s Wings on Congress Street to watch the encounter between the Saints and the Colts from 2010.  Eddie says they are going to treat it like it’s a live game.
Cut 12 (09) “…a lot of people.”

Fast Eddie says the party will feature a referee piñata and “pin the tail on Roger Goodell.”
In North Louisiana, people will be backing the Rams as former West Monroe football standout Andrew Whitworth is competing in the big game.  Senator Mike Walsworth says he’s known Whitworth a very long time, and the general vibe of his old stomping grounds is that community is rooting for him this weekend.
Cut 14 (11) “…probably winding down.”

Dakota Theriot, the man accused of killing five people last weekend in Livingston and Ascension Parish, is back in Louisiana after waiving extradition on Friday.  Theriot had fled to Virginia where he was arrested Sunday at his grandmother’s home.  Authorities have obtained a confession and he could face the death penalty on five murder charges.  Theriot reportedly showed little emotion in his first court appearance.

A new exhibit produced by the New Orleans WW2 Museum is opening in Natchitoches today. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser hopes the success of the WW2 Museum’s northern expedition to the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in Natchitoches will convince locals to take the trip south to see the rest of the institution’s wonders.

Cut 6 (11) “…to see.”

The exhibit will open with a reception from 5 to 8pm this evening

Louisiana movers and shakers are temporarily migrating north for the winter for this year’s Washington Mardi Gras. The celebration started Thursday and ends Sunday, and features the governor, congressmen, and a host of lobbyists and industry leaders. DC Mardi Gras King Ray Brandt says it’s a packed schedule.

Cut 7 (09) “…to make.”

Until the conclusion of the NFC Championship, many throughout Louisiana had plans of watching the Black and Gold this Sunday compete in the Big Game.  However, some sports bars and restaurants are going to make sure those plans stay intact by throwing a watch party of Super Bowl 44, where the Saints became NFL Champions. Owner of Tracy’s in New Orleans, Jeffrey Carraras says it’ll be a party without this year’s big game.

Cut 10 (13) “…Super Bowl timeframe.”

The WW2 Museum is sending an expeditionary force to Natchitoches to tell the story of Louisiana’s contributions to the Arsenal of Democracy. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 1 (30) “I’m Matt Doyle”

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A host of Louisiana’s most powerful politicians and lobbyists are in DC this week for this year’s Washington Mardi Gras. Matt Doyle has more.

Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Matt Doyle”  

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There may be a lack of interest in seeing the Rams and the Pats in the Super Bowl throughout Louisiana, but some businesses are still throwing a party and watching the Saints play in the big game… from 2010.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 3 (28) “I’m Kevin Barnhart”

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A new WW2 exhibit is opening in Natchitoches today that highlights the struggles and triumphs of 280,000 Louisiana citizens who contributed to the victory over the Axis Powers through military service nearly eight decades ago. The display is produced by the WW2 Museum in New Orleans, one of the finest museums on earth…

Cut 4 (11) “…there.”

That’s Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser who says The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II is a treasure that showcases the lives of Bayou State soldiers, and those on the Homefront who built the engines of war that toppled the Nazis and Japanese…

Cut 5 (08) “…survivors.”

The showcase will delve into the histories of Flying Tiger Commander Claire Chennault, civil rights leader and 761st Tank Battalion member Richard English, and others.

Nungesser hopes the success of the WW2 Museum’s northern expedition to the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in Natchitoches will convince locals to take the trip south to see the rest of the institution’s wonders.

Cut 6 (11) “…to see.”

The exhibit will open with a reception from 5 to 8pm this evening, and a performance by the Victory Belles, a vocal trio that sings classics from the 40s.

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Louisiana movers and shakers are temporarily migrating north for the winter for this year’s Washington Mardi Gras. The celebration started Thursday and ends Sunday, and features the governor, congressmen, and a host of lobbyists and industry leaders. DC Mardi Gras King Ray Brandt says it’s a packed schedule.

Cut 7 (09) “…to make.”

The event is hosted by the Louisiana Congressional Delegation.

Brandt says after several days of wining and dining in DC, thousands of party-goers will descend on the Hilton Saturday night for the indoor parade, led by Captain Steve Scalise.

Cut 8 (08) “…tickets sold.

The event has been in action most years since the 40s.

The get-together comes just before a heated gubernatorial race is set to take shape in Louisiana that sees the only democratic governor in the south fighting to keep his seat in a ruby red state. Brandt hopes leaders will use the gathering to find bi-partisan solutions.

Cut 9 (09) “…them out.″

The Mystick Krewe of Louisianians runs the event.

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Until the conclusion of the NFC Championship, many throughout Louisiana had plans of watching the Black and Gold this Sunday compete in the Big Game.  However, some sports bars and restaurants are going to make sure those plans stay intact by throwing a watch party of Super Bowl 44, where the Saints became NFL Champions. Owner of Tracy’s in New Orleans, Jeffrey Carraras says it’ll be a party without this year’s big game.

Cut 10 (13) “…Super Bowl timeframe.”

Carraras says there will be plenty of activities for Who Dats that may not want to watch any football.

Cut 11 (08) “…next season starts.”

Meanwhile in Lafayette, Fast Eddie, host of the Big Morning Show on Big 102.1 says his station has taken over Smitty’s Wings on Congress Street to watch the encounter between the Saints and the Colts from 2010.  Eddie says they are going to treat it like it’s a live game.

Cut 12 (09) “…a lot of people.”

Fast Eddie says the party has gotten plenty of media attention, so they are predicting a packed house.  He adds if you’ve still got frustrations to take out because of the NFL’s handling of the NFC title game, this party has you covered.

Cut 13 (09) “…a good day.”

Even Governor Edwards has chimed in, saying he doesn’t know of anyone in the entire state interested in watching this year’s big game in Atlanta, adding he’ll likely find something on Netflix this Sunday.

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There are probably not many Saints fans watching the Super Bowl, and even fewer rooting for the Rams, but in North Louisiana that might not be the case as former West Monroe football standout Andrew Whitworth is competing in the big game.  Senator Mike Walsworth says he’s known Whitworth a very long time, and the general vibe of his old stomping grounds is that community is rooting for him this weekend.

Cut 14 (11) “…probably winding down.”

Walsworth says the Rams NFC Championship win at the Superdome is just the latest victory he’s scored in the venue dating back to winning championships in high school and college.

Cut 15 (08) “…think about it.”

Walsworth says it’s easy to not make Whitworth the target of vitriol because he’s given back plenty to the community, has his own foundation in the area, and most importantly, it wasn’t his fault the Saints are not in the Super Bowl.

Cut 16 (06) “…did something wrong.″

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The 19th ranked LSU Basketball team just completed its first undefeated January in nearly 40 years and now they’ll look to start February off on the right note when they host Arkansas on Saturday. The Tigers already brought down the Hogs earlier this season when they beat them in overtime in Fayetteville. Coach Will Wade on the rematch

 cut 17 (20)   “second half” 

The Tigers have won 10 in a row, Wade says his team has a good away about themselves

Cut 18 (20)  it’s fun” 

After losing four straight SEC games, Arkansas has won its last two. Wade says the Razorbacks are an up and coming team…

Cut 19 (20)   “…better at”

The Diocese of Baton Rouge released the names today of 37 clergy members who have been credibly accused of abuse involving children. Bishop Michael Duca says he’s heard some victims share their stories and there are no words to express the depth of their sadness and shame. He imagines today could be a difficult day for victims who never came forward

Cut 12 (12)   “…alone.”
A section of gypsum containment wall in St. James Parish holding back 720 million gallons of acidic and lightly radioactive wastewater is in danger of failing, potentially releasing contaminated water into the nearby Blind River, which feeds Lake Maurepas. The 139 acre, 30-40 foot deep lake of waste is the by-product of a Mosaic fertilizer plant. Department of Environmental Quality Spokesperson Greg Langley.

Cut 8 (07) “that possibility”

Don’t tell Pelicans Coach Alvin Gentry the NBA franchise plays second fiddle to the Saints. A recent report said one reason for Anthony Davis’ trade demands is that the Saints are more of a priority for ownership.  Following Wednesday’s loss to Denver, Gentry stood up for owner Gayle Benson and her late husband, Tom, and what they’ve done for the basketball team…
Cut 6 (11) “…win games”

The loss of excitement in Sunday’s Super Bowl is not just contained to Louisiana.  A national poll shows compared to last year, the number of people intrigued with the big game is down quite significantly.  Pollster Ron Faucheux says the decline in the interest in the NFL has been going on for quite some time on a number of different measurements and says he believes this year’s drop is tied to the NFC Championship mishap.

Cut 4 (05) “…a part in that.″
Half of those polled have zero interest in the game, which is up from 45% last year.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge released the names today of 37 clergy members who have been credibly accused of abuse involving children. Bishop Michael Duca says hopes this will help the abuse victims whose lives were violated and a chance for the diocese to re-establish trust

Cut 11 (10) “the victims”

Baton Rouge is the third diocese to reveal the names of clergy who have been credibly accused of abuse. New Orleans and Houma are the other two.

A section of gypsum containment wall in St. James Parish holding back 720 million gallons of acidic and lightly radioactive wastewater is in danger of failing, potentially releasing contaminated water into the nearby Blind River, which feeds Lake Maurepas.  Department of Environmental Quality Spokesperson Greg Langley.

Cut 10 (08) “…right now”.

The loss of excitement in Sunday’s Super Bowl is not just contained to Louisiana.  A national poll shows compared to last year, the number of people intrigued with the big game is down quite significantly.  Pollster Ron Faucheux says last year, 21% of those polled had a high interest in the game, but this year is a different story.

Cut 3 (08) “…year to another.”

A 16-year-old Houma boy is dead after 74-year-old Lawrence Legnon allegedly ran a stop sign yesterday afternoon on LA 311. Authorities do not know if either of the drivers were intoxicated, and charges have yet to be filed. State Police Trooper Jesse LaGrange says drivers need to exercise caution when approaching stop signs, particularly at dusk or night times.

Cut 15 (09) “…safety.”

The 16-year-old has been identified as Benjamin Chabert.

A survey finds that excitement over this Sunday’s Big Game has dipped.  Kevin Barnhart has the story.

Cut 1 (31) “I’m Kevin Barnhart.”

A federal judge has denied a request to have the NFC Championship game replayed, a request stemming from a lawsuit filed by a group of New Orleans Saints fans who sued the NFL after the no-call that sent the Rams to the Super Bowl. The suit stemmed from thoughts that an obscure NFL rule could be invoked to replay the game if the contest had been deemed “unfair”.

A section of gypsum containment wall in St. James Parish holding back 720 million gallons of acidic and lightly radioactive wastewater is in danger of failing, potentially releasing contaminated water into the nearby Blind River, which feeds Lake Maurepas. The initial discovery was made by a farmer who grew sugar cane adjacent to the acidic pool of wastewater. A few weeks ago he noted the wall had been creeping outward, and Department of Environmental Quality Spokesperson Greg Langley says further review confirmed that.

Cut 9 (11) “the base″

The 139 acre, 30-40 foot deep lake of waste is the by-product of a Mosaic fertilizer plant.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge released the names today of 37 clergy members who have been credibly accused of abuse involving children. Bishop Michael Duca says the list is not a final piece when it comes to child abuse…

Cut 13 (10) “…from abuse.”

Baton Rouge is the third diocese to reveal the names of those clergy.