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…

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.

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…

Cut 6 (05) “…to it”

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.

Cut 8 (08) “…throughout the city.”

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.”

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.

Cut 2 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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…

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.

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.

Cut 5 (09) “…his political career.”

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.

Cut 9 (12)  “…athletes as well.”

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…

Cut 3 (36) “…I’m Colleen Crain.”

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.

Cut 4 (06) “..for the U.S. Senate.”

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…

Cut 13 (12)  “…of abortion”

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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.

Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

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…

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.

Cut 7 (09) “…how funny it was.”

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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.

Cut 1 (37) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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.

Cut 9 (05)  “…very exciting.”

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.”

A New York doctor and a 39-year-old Port Allen woman are facing criminal charges after they provided a teenage girl with abortion pills to end her pregnancy. The minor who took the pills is the daughter of the Port Allen woman charged in the case. It’s the first criminal indictment of its kind in Louisiana.

The state department of transportation says they are about two-thirds done with the I-20 major rehab project in Bossier Parish. DOTD spokesperson Erin Buchanan says next Wednesday and Thursday nights, traffic will be swapped on I-20 eastbound from the outside travel lanes to the newly constructed inside lanes…

Cut 11 (13) “…rebuilding back.”

The work on I-20 is expected to be completed late this year or early next year.

Louisiana high school principals overwhelmingly voted down a proposal to allow student-athletes the one-time ability to transfer to another school and not have to sit out a year. LHSAA executive Director Eddie Bonine says Louisiana will expand its voucher program, which means more students transferring to other schools, so they wanted to see if schools would support a one-time transfer policy and they got their answer…

Cut 12 (08) “…again.”

The vote was 273 to 66 against the one-time transfer rule.