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”

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 native says he thinks about his life when singing the anthem…

Cut 6 (10) “…our shared humanity.”

Lauren Daigle of Lafayette and Trombone Shorty from New Orleans will perform America the Beautiful before the Super Bowl.

The French Quarter will have its busiest weekend since New Year’s Day which ended tragically with the terror attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 people. That event and the snowstorm led to lower business sales in January. But Kelly Henderson, manager at Fat Catz Music Club on Bourbon Street says he’s more upset about the lives lost…

Cut 10 (10) “…slow us down”

Egg prices are soaring as a result of the bird flu, which has resulted in fewer chickens that can lay eggs. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says it will 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.

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”

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.

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.”

Super Bowl week means parties and Mardi Gras world thew a party for six-thousand media guests to promote Louisiana, and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says it put Louisiana in the Global Spotlight.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Louisiana leaders are increasingly concerned about bird flu following the USDA’s confirmation of a second strain in U.S. dairy cattle.  But Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says 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.

Law enforcement say they are ready for President Donald Trump’s arrival in New Orleans. Trump will attend the Super Bowl. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says that will mean additional street closures…

Cut 15 (08) “…for him”

A non-profit organization is teaming up with the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office on an anti-human trafficking operation during Super Bowl Week. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (36) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A lieutenant with State Police has been arrested following an off-duty domestic violence incident. Baton Rouge Police took into custody last night 40-year-old James Jefferson the Third. He was booked with domestic abuse battery, with child endangerment. Jefferson has been employed by State Police since 2007.

Security is tight in the French Quarter as more visitors have arrived for Super Bowl 59. Louisiana National Guard soldiers are patrolling Bourbon Street and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser says federal resources are also on the ground…

Cut 9 (11) “..after the Super Bowl”

Barriers are also up to limit vehicle traffic, especially in the Bourbon Street area.

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with the nonprofit group In Our Backyard to host anti-trafficking operations during Super Bowl Week. Human traffickers often use major events like the Super Bowl to exploit vulnerable people, especially children. Cheryl Csiky (“Chicky”), the executive director of In Our Backyard, says human trafficking is not the same as kidnapping or human smuggling.

Cut 4 (11) “…it’s a relationship.”

During Super Bowl Week in Las Vegas last year, 16 missing children were found safe.

LSU Football Coach Brian Kelly says the comments made by Greg Brooks Senior on ABC’s Good Morning America struck a nerve with him. Brooks Senior alleged that Kelly and the LSU coaching staff has not reached out to his son since October 23^rd. Former LSU safety Greg Brooks Junior now struggles to walk and talk after surgery to remove a tumor from his brain. During a press conference on Wednesday, Kelly says he visited Brooks on multiple occasions.…

Cut 12 (17) “….with me”

The Brooks family is suing LSU and Our Lady of the Lake regional medical center claiming the mishandled the emergency surgery performed on the former LSU defensive back.

Former Saints defensive back C-J Gardner Johnson will be playing in Sunday’s Super Bowl as he’s a member of the Eagles defensive secondary. New Orleans traded Johnson prior to the start of the 2022 season….

Cut 19 (05) “…keep pushing”

LSU football coach Brian Kelly vehemently denies the accusation he was not there for former Tigers safety Greg Brooks Junior following his brain surgery. According to Brooks’ family, the surgery to remove a tumor, resulted in multiple seizures that left him permanently disabled. In an interview on ABC’s Good Morning America, Brooks’ father says no one from LSU’s coaching staff has reached out since October 2023, right after the surgery

Cut 10 (07) “…man.”

Kelly says Brooks Senior’s accusation struck a nerve with him and he could not stay silent…

Cut 13 (13)  “…and support.”

Brooks’ family filed a lawsuit last year against LSU and Our of the Lady Lake Hospital claiming both the university and medical providers mishandled the diagnosis of his tumor and the surgery.

Security is ramping up in New Orleans as football fans, celebrities, and other visitors begin to pack the French Quarter and surrounding areas for Super Bowl 59. The F-A-A has designated the downtown area as a no-drone zone area. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick…

Cut 26 (16) “…bring it down”

Anti-human trafficking operations are also ramping as the Super Bowl and the amount of people it brings in, opens the door to the exploitation of vulnerable people. Executive director of,In Our Backyard Cheryl Csiky says the group offers actionable tips and gathering intelligence on suspected human trafficking activity…

Cut 6 (08) “…a positive light”

Cisky says during this ten-day operation, they have already turned in 27 instances of suspected human trafficking.

Mardi Gras World thew a party for six-thousand media guests to promote Louisiana.  Sean Richardson talked to Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser about what that means.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with a nonprofit group to tackle human trafficking this week. Cheryl Csiky (“Chicky”), executive director of In Our Backyard says this is the 15th year the organization has teamed up with law enforcement in the Super Bowl host city to raise awareness.

Cut 5 (08) “…past 15 years.”

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LSU football coach Brian Kelly strongly denies the accusation he was not there for former Tigers safety Greg Brooks Junior following his brain surgery. In an interview on ABC’s Good Morning America, Brooks’ father said no one from LSU’s coaching staff has reached out since October 2023.  But Coach Kelly says loves Greg Brooks Junior, and it is factually incorrect to say he was not there by his side through this ordeal…

Cut 11 (11) “…part of that.”

The Brooks family is suing LSU and Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, because they believe the school and neurosurgeon mishandled his diagnosis and the surgery.

A couple key players suiting up for the Eagles Sunday have deep Louisiana roots. Defensive Tackle Milton Williams played his college ball at Louisiana Tech under Skip Holtz. Even though Ruston is several miles from New Orleans, Williams says it will still be special stepping onto sports’ biggest stage in his college home state.

Cut 18 (11)  “…with a win.”

Wide Receiver DeVonta Smith ia also from Louisiana. He played prep football at Amite (ay-MEET) High School..

Security was always going to be tight for the Super Bowl. Then there was the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day.  And with the president coming in for the Super Bowl, that adds more pressure.  But New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick says it’s something the department had been preparing for.

Cut 14 (10) “…the official announcement.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser is talking up all the excitement happening in New Orleans this week as an opportunity to showcase Louisiana’s unique culture, food, and hospitality to the world. Nungesser talked about the impressive privately funded light show at Jackson Square, originally planned for Super Bowl week…

Cut 8 (08) “…beautiful Jackson Square.”

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The Orleans Parish Sheriff’ Office and a local non profit are taking on human trafficking this Super Bowl Week.  Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (36) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

A couple key players suiting up for the Eagles Sunday have deep Louisiana roots. Wide Receiver DeVonta Smith played his high school football at Amite (ay-MEET) High School, where Coach Zephaniah Powell was an inspiring mentor.

Cut 17 (12)  “…but life also.”

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser highlights the excitement and preparations for the Super Bowl in New Orleans, emphasizing a major party at Mardi Gras World. He stresses the importance of showcasing Louisiana’s culture, food, and hospitality, noting the invaluable media exposure.

Cut 7 (10) “…was a great event.”

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with the nonprofit group In Our Backyard to host anti-trafficking operations this Super Bowl Week. Human traffickers often use major events like the Super Bowl to exploit vulnerable people, especially children. Cheryl Csiky (“Chicky”), the executive director of In Our Backyard, says human trafficking is not the same as kidnapping or human smuggling.

Cut 4 (11) “…it’s a relationship.”

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LSU football coach Brian Kelly reacts to Greg Brooks’ family saying the LSU coaching staff has failed to reach out after a tumor was removed from Greg’s brain. Here’s Jeff Palermo.

Cut 3 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

After 5 and a half seasons, Brandon Ingram has played his last game for the New Orleans Pelicans.   He’s been traded to Toronto for Bruce Brown Junior, Kelly Olynyk, and two draft picks, including a first rounder.