Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is in New Orleans to make sure the proper security measures are in place for the biggest sporting event of the year. Sean Richardson has more.

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There is an enhanced security zone set up in the French Quarter where coolers, bags and purses bigger than four by six inches will not be allowed. But concealed weapons can be lawfully possessed. Governor Landry was asked about that at Noem’s press conference…

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Shreveport Police have arrested a teenager who stole a vehicle that had a one-year-old inside. It happened Friday night and Corporal Christopher Bordelon says the owner of the vehicle ran inside to grab a coat for herself and her baby, when the vehicle was taken…

Cut 5 (09) “…suspect in this case”

The infant was recovered safely in the parking lot of a Walmart and the vehicle was in a Circle K Parking lot.  17-year-old Marcus Madden was arrested at an apartment complex and faces several charges including simple kidnapping.

Have you seen the logo for Super Bowl 59? Did you know that a New Orleans resident was the one who came up with the design…

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That’s Peter O’ Reilly with the NFL. “Queen Tahj” is 26-year-old Tahj Williams; and in addition to being an artist, she works as a cybersecurity analyst for Microsoft.

Super Bowl Week has arrived in New Orleans as the city is hosting a record-tying 11^th Super Bowl. NFL Executive Vice President Peter O’Reilly says the league is ready to let the good times roll…

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Tonight is the Open Night Ceremony at the Ceasars Superdome as players and coaches will be available to the hundreds of reporters who are on hand to cover this huge event.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is in New Orleans to make sure the proper security measures are in place. Noem took time this morning to visit Bourbon Street, the site of the New Year’s Day terror attack that killed 14 people…

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In the 2026 U.S. Senate race, State Treasurer John Fleming seeks an early endorsement from the Louisiana Republican Party as he attempts to knock off the incumbent Bill Cassidy. Sean Richardson has more.

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Cool moment at the Senior Bowl, as Lafayette’s Jack Bech caught the winning touchdown pass and was named the game’s MVP. Bech played the game in honor of his older brother, Tiger Bech, who was killed in the Bourbon Street attack. An emotional Jack Bech on the NFL Network….

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To kick off Super Bowl week, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Governor Jeff Landry and New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell held a moment of silence at the corner of Bourbon Street and Canal Street to recognize the victims of the New Year’s Day terror attack. Afterwards, Noem spoke with reporters and said federal, state and local governments are on the same page when it comes ensuring the Super Bowl will be safe….

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An enhanced security zone will go into effect on Wednesday for Bourbon Street and surrounding streets. There will be checkpoints and coolers and handbags that exceed four by six inches will not be allowed.

The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans is designated a “No Drone Zone” for Super Bowl LIX, with drone restrictions extending to the downtown area in the days leading up to the event.  FAA Drone Expert Kevin Morris says this week  drone restrictions apply within 1.5 nautical miles of Lafayette Square up to 2,000 feet.

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A one-year-old child was unharmed after being left inside a stolen car Friday night in Shreveport. The child’s mother had left her car running with the sleeping child inside while she went into her home to get a jacket. 17-year-old Marcus Madden allegedly stole the vehicle.  SPD CPL. Chris Bordelon says officers responded to a stolen vehicle shortly after 8 pm.

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Maden was arrested and faces several charges including simple kidnapping.

A West Baton Rouge grand jury has indicted Doctor Margaret Carpenter and a 39-year-old Port Allen mother who allegedly gave abortion pills to her teenage daughter to end her pregnancy.

Most abortions have been illegal in Louisiana since the U-S Supreme Court overturned Roe versus Wade in the summer of 2022. And District Attorney Tony Clayton says that includes abortion medication…

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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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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.

LA-Politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford is reporting State Treasurer John Fleming is seeking the Louisiana Republican Party’s endorsement as he looks to unseat Senator Bill Cassidy. The primary for this race is not until next year, but Alford says the race is really starting to develop…

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Alford says state senator Blake Miguez and Public Service Commissioner Erik Skrmetta are other Republicans looking at possibly challenging Cassidy.

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.

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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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Morris says before Game Day, Feb. 3-8, drone restrictions apply within 1.5 nautical miles of Lafayette Square up to 2,000 feet.

New Orleans is getting ready to welcome the world to the city for the Super Bowl. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans is designated a “No Drone Zone” for the Super Bowl LIX.  FAA Drone Expert Kevin Morris says this ensures the airspace stays safe so enjoy the game and leave your done at home.

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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. 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.

State Treasurer John Fleming is seeking an early endorsement from the Louisiana Republican Party in his challenge to Senator Bill Cassidy, who is up for re-election next year.  La-politics-dot-com publisher Jeremy Alford the timing is interesting.

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Alford of course referring to the vote on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.

The City of New Orleans is ready to welcome visitors from all around the world for the Super Bowl this week. Kelly Schulz (“Shultz”) with New Orleans and Company says they’re looking forward to showing off everything New Orleans has to offer and it’s time for the city to put its best foot forward.

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There will be no drones allowed near The Caesars during Super Bowl Week as the area’s been designated a “No Drone Zone” and 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 and applies within 1.5 nautical miles of Lafayette Square up to 2,000 feet.

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It’s believed to be a first of its kind indictment in the United States. The case involves a Louisiana woman who bought abortion pills from an out of state medical company. Colleen Crain 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.

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.

Cut 10 (07) “…up to it.”

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.

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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.

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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.

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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…

Cut 15 (08) “…in Louisiana.”

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.

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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 …

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