8:30 AM LRN Newscast

If you love hot sauce, then you’ll want to check out the Louisiana Hot Sauce Trail. Colleen Crain has the story…

Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

Louisiana Tech’s enrollment of just over 12 thousand students for the 2025 Fall Quarter is the highest it’s since 2018. And Louisiana Tech president Doctor Jim Henderson says the school also continue to attract a lot of engineering students…

Cut 9 (11)  “…success.”

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The 10th-ranked LSU Tigers improved to 5-1 on Saturday with a 20-10 win over South Carolina. The Bayou Bengals’ struggling offense had 420 yards of total offense, but the purple and gold’s defense was outstanding as they held South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers to 124 passing yards, intercepting him once and sacking him five times

Cut 14 (08) “…of the game.”

The Saints came up short again yesterday as they lost to the New England Patriots 25-19. The black and gold scored just one touchdown and had to settle for four field goals. The defense got off to another slow start, giving up two touchdowns in the first quarter. Safety Justin Reid…
Cut 18 (18) “…over with.”

With that loss, the Saints drop to 1-5 on the season.

7:30 AM LRN Newscast

New Orleans has a new Mayor-elect.  City Councilwoman Helena Moreno received 55 percent of the vote in Saturday’s election …defeating state senator Royce Duplessis and fellow councilmember Oliver Thomas to avoid a run off. She will replace LaToya Cantrell, who was indicted last August.During the campaign, Moreno said she would improve public safety, enhance economic development, and improve city services…

Cut 6 (12) “…New Orleans home.”

The 10th-ranked LSU Tigers improved to 5-1 on Saturday with a 20-10 win over South Carolina. The Bayou Bengals’ struggling offense had 420 yards of total offense, but two turnovers at the one-yard line prevented this game from being a blowout. Coach Brian Kelly…

Cut 13 (11)  “…right direction.”

LSU is at Vanderbilt this Saturday. Kick off is at 11 AM.
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The Saints once again came up a little short yesterday as they fell to the New England Patriots 25-19 to drop to 1-5 on the season. It’s the third time this season New Orleans has lost a game by fewer than seven points. Coach Kellen Moore …

Cut 17 (16) “…little margins.”

Louisiana Tech’s enrollment of just over 12 thousand students for the 2025 Fall Quarter is its highest in seven years.  since 2018. And that’s not all. Louisiana Tech president Dr. Jim Henderson says the school’s nursing program has seen a 20-percent increase in students…

Cut 8 (15) “…hospital setting.”

6:30 AM LRN Newscast

Helena Moreno is the next mayor of New Orleans. The city councilwoman received 55 percent of the vote on Saturday to avoid a run-off election and will be sworn in on January 10th. Moreno says she looks forward to growing opportunities in the city…

Cut 4 (18) “…it deserves.”

Louisiana Tech’s enrollment of just over 12 thousand students for the 2025 Fall Quarter is the highest since 2018. The freshmen class of 24-hundred students is the largest domestic class in the school’s more than 130-year history. Louisiana Tech president Dr. Jim Henderson says there’s been more of an emphasis on recruiting students from the I-10 corridor

Cut 7 (11) “…the country.”

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LSU defeated South Carolina 20-10 on Saturday as the offense showed signs of progress, despite three turnovers. Jeff Palermo has a recap…

Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Hot sauce is a big part of the Louisiana cuisine and there are several factories that make spicy sauce. The state Office of Tourism is celebrating that launching the Louisiana Hot Sauce Trail. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says the trail features several places in Louisiana where hot sauce fans can get their taste buds buzzing…

Cut 10 (09) “…hot sauce.”

11:30 AM LRN Newscast

With no end in sight to the federal government shutdown, President Donald Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get back pay. However, Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says that’s not Trump’s call.

Cut 9 (07)  “…read the constitution”

The last government shutdown was in January of 2019 and lasted 35 days.

The Landry administration has stopped another sediment diversion project. The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project would have used Mississippi River water and sediment to build wetlands on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation is disappointed…

Cut 3 (12) “…anti-transparency.”

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LSU ‘s offense ranks near the bottom in the SEC when it comes to points scored.  But they’ve had two weeks to work on it.  Coach Brian Kelly on what he wants to see from his offense when they host the South Carolina Gamecocks tonight…

Cut 11 (12) “…within our offense”

The Saints heads into tomorrow’s game against the Patriots with an offense that ranks 28th in the NFL in scoring. Veteran running back Alvin Kamara says that New Orleans is still trying to figure out its offense, especially with so many players involved.

Cut 14 (14) “…they can.”

Kamara is listed as questionable with an ankle injury.  On the other side of the ball, defensive end Chase Young will make his season debut tomorrow after missing the first five games of the season with a calf injury.

10:30 AM LRN Newscast

A second sediment diversion project has been stopped by the Landry administration. The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project would have used Mississippi River water and sediment to build wetlands on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority Director Gordon Dove says both projects had become too expensive. But Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation says these projects were essential and the plan was to use BP Oil Spill settlement money to ensure the long-term health of the coast.

Cut 4 (07) “…no sense.”

Don’t forget, it’s election day across Louisiana and turnout in some areas is expected to be heavy.  Like in and around New Orleans, as voters there cast ballots for Mayor and Sheriff.  Early voting totals saw more than twice as many ballots cast as there were on election day eight years ago, the last time there was an open race for the mayor’s office.

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Banana Ball is coming to New Orleans as the Savannah Bananas are headed to the Caesar’s Superdome in March.  Andre Champagne reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

LSU has had two weeks to fix an offense that ranks near the bottom in the SEC for points scored. As for the defense, it will be focused on South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers. Last year, Sellers rushed for two touchdowns against LSU, including a 75-yarder. Defensive end Jimari Butler…

Cut 12 (12) “…get home.”

9:30 AM LRN Newscast

It’s election day across Louisiana with some big votes happening in and around New Orleans.  Residents there are casting ballots for a new mayor, and sheriff, along with some other races.  Slidell and Jean Lafitte will also choose new mayors today.

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. till eight tonight.  To find your polling location, go to geauxvote.com

Still no end in sight as the federal government remails shut down.  President Donald Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get back pay. But Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says that’s not up to the President. Kennedy says Congress has always made sure that federal workers have been taken care of following government shutdowns, and this time will be no different.

Cut 10 (10) “…in my opinion.”

The last government shutdown was in January of 2019 and lasted 35 days.

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LSU fans are hoping to see the Tigers offense find its groove against South Carolina on Saturday night. Jeff Palermo has a preview…

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Saints defensive end Chase Young will make his season debut against the Patriots tomorrow after missing the first five games of the season with a calf injury. Head coach Kellen Moore.

Cut 13 (13)  “…juice too.”

Kickoff tomorrow is set for noon.

8:30 AM LRN Newscast

With no end in sight to the federal government shutdown, President Donald Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get back pay. However, Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says that’s not Trump’s call.

Cut 9 (07)  “…read the constitution”

The Landry administration has stopped another sediment diversion project. The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project would have used Mississippi River water and sediment to build wetlands on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation is disappointed…

Cut 3 (12) “…anti-transparency.”

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LSU has had two weeks to fix an offense that ranks near the bottom in the SEC for points scored. Coach Brian Kelly on what he wants to see from his offense when they host the South Carolina Gamecocks tomorrow night…

Cut 11 (12) “…within our offense”

The Savannah Bananas have released their 2026 schedule, and they will play two games at the Caesar’s Superdome on March 14th and 15th.  Jay Cicero, the president and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is pumped that Banana Ball is coming to the Big Easy

Cut 6 (08) “…really incredible.”

The Bananas game will be the first baseball game to be played in the Superdome since 2002

 

5:30 PM LRN Newscast

The Landry administration has stopped another sediment diversion project. The Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project would have used Mississippi River water and sediment to build wetlands on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation had this to say…

Cut 5 (12) “…sea level rise.”

 

With no end to the federal government shutdown in sight, President Donald Trump says furloughed federal workers may not get back pay but Louisiana Senator John Kennedy says…

Cut 9 (07)  “…read the constitution”

 

Banana Ball is coming to New Orleans as the Savannah Bananas are bringing their unique brand of baseball to the Caesar’s Superdome March 14th and 15th. Andre Champagne reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

 

LSU takes on South Carolina Saturday night and the Tigers defense is focused on quarterback LaNorris Sellers. Last year, Sellers rushed for two touchdowns against LSU, including a 75-yarder. Defensive end Jimari Butler says they want to bottle up Sellers…

Cut 12 (12) “…get home.”

4:45 LRN Sportscast

LSU’s defense is focused on South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers. Last year, Sellers rushed for two touchdowns against LSU, including a 75-yarder. Defensive end Jimari Butler says they want to bottle up Sellers and make sure the Tigers can finish tackles.

Cut 12 (12) “…get home.”

Saints fans will be glad to know that defensive end Chase Young will make his season debut against the Patriots on Sunday after missing the first five games of the season with a calf injury. Head coach Kellen Moore says Young earned his opportunity to play this week through an impressive recovery.

Cut 13 (13)  “…juice too.”

On Thursday night, Louisiana Tech suffered its second loss of the season after being blown out by Kennesaw State by a score of 35-7.

The Savannah Bananas have released their 2026 schedule, and they will play two games at the Caesar’s Superdome on March 14th and 15th.  Jay Cicero, the president and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is pumped that Banana Ball is coming to the Big Easy.

Cut 6 (08) “…really incredible.”

UL-Lafayette travels to Virginia on Saturday as the Cajuns face James Madison at 11 am on ESPN2.

ULM will face Coastal Carolina on the road Saturday at 6 p.m. where the Warhawks look to stay undefeated in Sun Belt play.

The Southern Jaguars square off with Bethune-Cookman on Saturday at 2 p.m. in a neutral-site game that will take place in Daytona Beach.

Grambling State looks to bounce back this week after a loss to Prairie View as the Tigers host Texas Southern Saturday at 6 p.m.

Northwestern State will face Houston Christian in Houston on Saturday at 6 p.m.

4:30 PM LRN Newscast

Bollinger Shipyards has been awarded a major U-S Defense contract as their facility in Houma will build four new icebreaker vessels as part of a six-billion-dollar deal. Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Susan Bourgeois says it’s more than a win for Bollinger; it’s a win for Louisiana. The construction of the vessels will support as many as 600 jobs. Congressman Clay Higgins says these new ships will help secure the Artic Ocean for the United States and her allies.

The Landry Administration has cancelled the Mid-Breton Sediment Diversion Project on the east bank of Plaquemines Parish. This is the second similar cancellation as the three-billion-dollar Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project was cancelled earlier this year. Coastal Protection Restoration Authority Director Gordon Dove says both projects have become too expensive, but Charles Sutcliffe with the National Wildlife Federation says these projects were essential to the long-term health of the coast…

Cut 4 (07) “…no sense.”

The Saints take on the Patriots Sunday. New Orleans offense ranks 28th in the NFL in scoring, averaging just over 18 points a game. Veteran running back Alvin Kamara says the Saints are still trying to figure out its offense, especially with so many players involved.

Cut 14 (14) “…they can.”

Kick off Sunday in New Orleans is at noon.

The Savanah Bananas are coming to the Ceasers Superdome in March and they’ll play the first baseball in the dome since 2002 when LSU and Tulane met. President of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, Jay Cicero says since then there have been renovations and the stands can no longer move to create a traditional baseball field.

Cut 7 (15) “…baseball stadium”