An older southwest Louisiana resident with underlying health conditions is the first person in the United States to die from the bird flu. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Associate Professor Rebecca Christofferson says the overall public health risk is low. To prevent H5N1 infection, people should avoid contact with sick or dead birds and their droppings and keep pets away from them too.

Cut 4 (08) “…who you’re around.”

It is cold and a winter storm warning is coming Thursday for five North Louisiana parishes Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne and Union Parishes. National Weather Service Meteorologist Brandon Thorne says it will likely bring widespread rain south of I-20, freezing rain north of I-20, and significant snowfall near and north of I-20, where heavy snow accumulation is possible.

Cut 7 (07) “…to support that.”

We’re now one full year into the Landry administration. Andrew Greenstein takes a look back and a look ahead.

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LSU Gymnastics defended their first national championship with a win over Iowa State Friday. The Tigers have a big meet this Saturday in Oklahoma City as they will compete against some of the best teams in the country, Oklahoma, Utah and California.  Head Coach Jay Clark embraces the challenge…

Cut 14 (12) “…compete.”

Five parishes in North Louisiana are under a winter storm watch for later this week. The five parishes are Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne and Union. National Weather Service Meteorologist Brandon Thorne says the winter storm watch goes into effect Thursday morning and goes into Friday afternoon.

Cut 6 (13) “…when it starts.”

This will likely bring widespread rain south of I-20, freezing rain north of I-20, and Thorne says significant snowfall near and north of I-30, where heavy snow accumulation is possible.

The first human infected with highly pathogenic bird flu in the U.S. has died. LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Associate Professor Rebecca Christofferson says there’s no evidence of human-to-human transmission.

Cut 3 (07) “…with known animals.” 

The Louisiana Department of Health says the patient was over 65 years old and had underlying health conditions, and he contracted the virus through exposure to a backyard flock and wild birds. 

Year one is in the books for Governor Landry. Jeremy Alford, the publisher of LaPolitics-dot-com, says Landry greatly boosted his national profile in his first year as governor.

Cut 10 (15) “…politicians usually speak.”

Alford says Landry’s year two agenda includes initiatives in public safety and economic development.

A Washington Parish Mayor is arrested this morning. According to a statement from Louisiana State Police, Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong was arrested for, among other things, drug trafficking and soliciting prostitutes. LSP says profits from those drug sales were used to purchase firearms, some of which were given to people who are prohibited from legally possessing them. The 25-year-old mayor is one of seven arrested in connection with the multi-agency investigation.

We’re now one full year into the Landry administration here in Louisiana. Jeremy Alford, the publisher of LaPolitics-dot-com, says Landry set a new standard in moving quickly on his agenda, which not only included the biggest tax overhaul in decades, but it also included consolidating his power as governor.

Cut 9 (12)  “…in the past.”

As for Landry’s agenda for year number two, Alford says big things on his agenda include public safety and economic development.

With security for Mardi Gras in New Orleans this year on par with that of the Super Bowl, it’s shaping up to be the most secure ever. Arthur Hardy, the founder of the Mardi Gras Guide magazine, says all 33 parades during carnival season will be dedicated to those who lost their lives in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day.

Cut 5 (10) “…not go unacknowledged” 

One of college athletics most popular athletes is glad she’s back for her fifth and final year of eligibility. LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne had strong performances on the balance beam and floor on Friday as the Tigers began defense of their first national championship with a win over Iowa State. Dunne says it was a blast performing again at the PMAC…

Cut 12 (10) “…I’ve ever made.”

Dunne is one of the most followed college athletes on social media. On3.com says Dunne’s NIL valuation is 4.2 million dollars, the most of any female athlete.

President Biden took on the role of consoler in chief in an interfaith service at St. Louis Cathedral in memory of the 14 people killed in the New Year’s Day terror attack on Bourbon Street, Biden told those gathered that for those who lost loved ones, things will be very difficult.

Cut 14 (16) “…of her laugh.”

Earlier in the day, Biden approved a request from New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell to give Mardi Gras the highest Special Event Assessment Rating by the Department of Homeland Security. Arthur Hardy, the founder of the Mardi Gras Guide magazine, says this is excellent news.

Cut 4 (13) “…safest carnival ever.”

A diet developed by scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center gets high rankings from U.S. News & World Report. The DASH Diet ranks first for heart health and high blood pressure, second for prediabetes and gut health, and third for diabetes and ease of following. Women’s Nutrition Research Coordinator Dr. Catherine Champagne highlights its ability to lower blood pressure, reduce stroke risk, and improve metabolism across all body sizes.

Cut 8 (12) “…your blood pressure.”

President Biden announces a ban on new offshore oil and gas development along most U.S. coastlines. LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director Greg Upton says while this will have no impact on domestic energy in the short term, it could affect production further down the line.

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We’re learning new information on the arrest of a Washington Parish Mayor. A statement from Louisiana State Police says Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong was arrested this morning for, among other things, drug trafficking and soliciting prostitutes. The statement says profits from those drug sales were used to purchase firearms, some of which were given to people who are prohibited from legally possessing them. The 25-year-old mayor is one of seven arrested in connection with the multi-agency investigation.

President Biden joined mourners at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans to remember the 14 people killed in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day. Towards the end of the hour-long interfaith service, Biden said the shock and pain are still very raw.

Cut 13 (11) “…are not alone.”

Clergy from Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and other faiths joined Christians in praying not only for the families who lost loved ones, but also for those who were injured in the attack.

President Biden announced a ban on new offshore oil and gas development along most U.S. coastlines. LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director Greg Upton says this will have no impact on domestic energy in the short term.

Cut 10 (06) “…in the future.”

President-elect Donald Trump criticized the decision, promising to reverse it, though legal precedent suggests overturning such protections would require congressional action.

A diet developed by scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is ranked the second-best overall diet and the top heart-healthy diet by U.S. News & World Report. Women’s Nutrition Research Coordinator Dr. Catherine Champagne says the DASH Diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy and minimizes saturated fat, cholesterol, and added sugars.

Cut 9 (10)  “…variety in your diet.”

Preparations are getting underway for winter precipitation in north Louisiana later this week. 

Cut 2 (29) “…possible.”

LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin.

A Washington Parish mayor is arrested. WWL-TV reports Bogalusa Mayor Tyrin Truong was arrested this morning in a joint effort by the Bogalusa Police Department and Louisiana State Police. No one has said why Mayor Truong was arrested; the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office is expected to announce details later today.

President Biden joined mourners at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans to remember the 14 people killed in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day. Biden said the people of New Orleans are very strong.

Cut 15 (16) “…get back up.”

Biden, meanwhile, announced a ban on new offshore oil and gas development along most U.S. coastlines. President-elect Donald Trump has criticized the decision, promising to reverse it. However, LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director Greg Upton says legal precedent suggests doing so would require congressional action.

Cut 12 (11) “…make that decision.”

President Joe Biden met with family members of the 14 victims killed in the Bourbon Street attack and attended a prayer service at St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. Mr. Biden told those gathered that for those who lost loved ones, things will be very difficult.

Cut 14 (16) “…of her laugh.”

Before his arrival in New Orleans, the President approved Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s request for Mardi Gras 2025 to receive a level one Special Event Assessment Rating, which will allow the city to receive additional federal resources.

In north Louisiana, a winter storm watch has been posted for Thursday into Friday morning for the following the parishes…Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne and Union Parishes. LRN Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin…

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A southwest Louisiana resident who contracted the first human case of highly pathogenic bird flu has died. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Once again, the U-S News and World Report ranks the DASH diet as one of the top diets. Researchers at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center helped develop the DASH Diet and Doctor Catherine Champagne says the diet can lower a person’s blood pressure, reduce stroke risk and improve metabolism for all body sizes…

Cut 8 (12) “…your blood pressure”

A prayer service was held last night at the St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans for the 14 victims of the Bourbon Street Terrorist Attack. Archbishop Gregory Aymond…

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In an effort to prevent another terrorist attack on New Orleans, the federal Department of Homeland Security has agreed to designate the Carnival as a “level one” event….

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A diet developed by scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is ranked the second-best overall diet and the top heart-healthy diet by U.S. News & World Report. Women’s Nutrition Research Coordinator Dr. Catherine Champagne says the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension — or DASH Diet is celebrated for combatting high blood pressure.

Cut 7 (09) “…of your diet.”

President Joe Biden has issued a sweeping offshore oil and gas drilling ban that will prevent oil companies to conduct drilling operations along the East Coast, the eastern Gulf of Mexico and the coasts of Washington, Oregon, California and Alaska’s Northern Bering Sea. LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director Greg Upton says this will have no impact on domestic energy in the short term, but long term…

Cut 11 (04) “…in the United States”

A prayer service was held last night at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans. President Biden was among the mourners on hand to remember the 14 people killed in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day.

Cut 13 (11) “…are not alone.”

Prior to the service, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced the federal Department of Homeland Security has agreed to designate the Carnvial season as a level one event. That’s the same rating the Super Bowl gets, which New Orleans is also hosting next month. It means the federal government will provide additional resources to make sure Mardi Gras parades are safe. Publisher of the Mardi Gras guide Arthur Hardy says the beefed-up security will involve not only things that people will see, including law enforcement in tactical gear, but also what people WON’T see.

Cut 6 (08) “…they’ll find out.”

A diet developed with contributions from scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is ranked the second-best overall diet and the top heart-healthy diet by U.S. News & World Report. Sean Richardson reports.

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A southwest Louisiana resident becomes the first person in the United States to die from the bird flu. The Louisiana Department of Health says the patient was over the age of 65 and was hospitalized last month after contracting the bird flu from a non-commercial backyard flock of birds and wild birds. L-D-H says this is the only human case of the H-5-N-1 in Louisiana and the risk remains low for the general public.

Mardi Gras organizers are pleased that this year’s event has been given the highest Special Event Assessment Rating by the Department of Homeland Security. Colleen Crain reports.

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A diet developed with contributions from scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is ranked the second-best overall diet and the top heart-healthy diet by U.S. News & World Report. Sean Richardson reports.

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The patient who contracted the first human case of highly pathogenic bird flu has died. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Security for Mardi Gras in New Orleans this year will be on the same level as that of the Super Bowl. President Biden has approved a request from New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell to designate Mardi Gras a SEAR 1 event by the Department of Homeland Security. Arthur Hardy, the founder of the Mardi Gras Guide magazine, says this is excellent news.

Cut 4 (13) “…safest carnival ever.”

Hardy says all 33 parades during carnival season will be dedicated to those who lost their lives in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day.

Cut 5 (07) “…not go unacknowledged.”

Hardy says the beefed-up security will involve not only things that people will see, including law enforcement in tactical gear, but also what people WON’T see.

Cut 6 (08) “…they’ll find out.”

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A diet developed by scientists at LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center is ranked the second-best overall diet and the top heart-healthy diet by U.S. News & World Report. Women’s Nutrition Research Coordinator Dr. Catherine Champagne says the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension — or DASH — Diet is celebrated for combatting high blood pressure.

Cut 7 (09) “…of your diet.”

The DASH Diet has delivered proven health benefits for over 30 years. It ranks first for heart health and high blood pressure, second for prediabetes and gut health, and third for ease of following and diabetes. Dr. Champagne highlights its ability to lower blood pressure, reduce stroke risk, and improve metabolism across all body sizes.

Cut 8 (12) “…your blood pressure.”

Champagne says the DASH Diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy and minimizes saturated fat, cholesterol, and added sugars.

Cut 9 (10)  “…variety in your diet.”

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President Biden announced a ban on new offshore oil and gas development along most U.S. coastlines, aiming to combat climate change and protect coastal environments. This decision, affecting 625 million acres of ocean under the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, covers waters off the east and west coasts, and the eastern Gulf of Mexico. LSU Center for Energy Studies Executive Director Greg Upton says this will have no impact on domestic energy in the short term.

Cut 10 (06) “…in the future.”

Upton says Biden’s offshore drilling ban could affect production further down the line.

Cut 11 (04) “…the United States.”

President-elect Donald Trump criticized the decision, promising to reverse it, though legal precedent suggests overturning such protections would require congressional action.

Cut 12 (11) “…make that decision.”

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President Biden joined mourners at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans to remember the 14 people killed in the terror attack on Bourbon Street New Year’s Day. Towards the end of the hour-long interfaith service, Biden said the shock and pain are still very raw.

Cut 13 (11) “…are not alone.”

Biden told those gathered that for those who lost loved ones, things will be very difficult.

Cut 14 (16) “…of her laugh.”

Biden says the people of New Orleans are very strong.

Cut 15 (16) “…get back up.”

Clergy from Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and other faiths joined Christians in praying not only for the families who lost loved ones, but also for those who were injured in the attack.

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Saints interim head coach Darren Rizzi says he’ll interview with the team next week as the franchise begins to ramp up its search for a permanent head coach. The Black and Gold went 3-and-4 with Rizzi as the helm following the firing of Dennis Allen. Rizzi says during his seven weeks as interim head coach, he showed he can lead and it shouldn’t be a strike against him because he doesn’t call plays…

Cut 16 (28) “…that part.”

The Saints just concluded a 5-and-12 season, their worst record since 2005. Rizzi says changes are coming, but doesn’t think wholesale changes are needed…

Cut 17 (17)  “…you do change.” 

Rizzi says he looks forward to the opportunity to talk with Owner Gayle Benson and General Manager Mickey Loomis about his vision for the franchise…

Cut 18 (17)   “…whole building.”