11:40 LRN Sportscast

Sam Leavitt, one of the top quarterbacks in the transfer portal according to multiple recruiting services, has signed with LSU. Leavitt has two more seasons of eligibility after throwing for 45-hundred yards, 34 touchdowns and just nine interceptions in two seasons at Arizona State. He also rushed for 749 yards and ten scores.

The Tigers leading rusher from 2025, Caden Durham, has taken his name out of the transfer portal, and will return to LSU for his junior season.  Durham has rushed for 12-hundred yards in his two seasons in Baton Rouge. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says good job by the LSU coaching staff to keep Durham a Tiger…

Cut 27 (11) “…Caden Durham”

And former LSU Tiger running back and Alexandria Senior High star, J-T Lindsey, is transferring to Ole Miss as he follows running backs coach Frank Wilson to Oxford.

 

An exciting night of hoops in the Southland Conference last night as UNO defeated Southeastern Louisiana 79 to 76. Coleton Benson hit a step back three-pointer with less than a second left to give the Privateers the victory.

Northwestern State defeated UTRGV 64 to 43 in Natchitoches. Izzy Miles made a free throw with one second left and that turned out to be the winning point. Micah Thomas led the way with 17 points, scoring 13 in the second half.

McNeese moved into first place in the Southland with a convincing 94 to 68 win over Nicholls. Six players scored in double figures for the Cowboys led by Larry Johnson who had 24 points and D-J Richards added 20. It’s the first loss in conference play for the Colonels, who will host Lamar on Saturday.

In the SWAC, Grambling lost its second straight game, falling to Florida A-and-M 91 to 84. Southern rallied to beat Bethune-Cookman 77 to 73. The Jags and the Tigers face each other on Saturday in Baton Rouge.

11:30 LRN Newscast

A California doctor has been indicted on felony charges for allegedly trafficking abortion pills into Louisiana. Dr. Remy Coeytaux has been charged in St. Tammany Parish with Criminal Abortion by Means of Abortion Inducing Drugs. Attorney General Liz Murrill says her office is seeking to extradite Dr. Coeytaux to Louisiana.

Cut 9 (06)  “…our state.”

A company owned by entertainer 50 Cent finalizes a deal to invest almost 125-million dollars to develop three entertainment venues in Shreveport. The state is providing up to 50-million dollars in performance-based funding for these three sites. Grant Nuckolls with Shreveport Film and Entertainment Economic Development says there are conditions attached to this funding.

Cut 3 (11) “…three through five.”

LSU football has one of the top transfer portal classes in the country. Andre Champagne has more.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

Meanwhile, the exchange program between LSU and Ole Miss is alive and well. Former Alexandria Senior High running back J.T. Lindsey has announced that he’s transferring from LSU to Ole Miss. Lindsey missed the entire 2025 season due to a team suspension due to an arrest on charges that were ultimately dropped.

10:30 LRN Newscast

According to the latest data compiled by the Louisiana Department of Health, case rates for the flu are decreasing, but flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, an infectious disease expert at LSU Health New Orleans, says one of the dominant strains infecting people is called H-3.

Cut 13 (03)  “…more severe disease”

Figueroa says if you think you have the flu, it’s best to get tested right away, because the prescription drugs available to combat the flu are more effective when taken shortly after the onset of symptoms.

Lane Kiffin is off to a hot start as the head coach at LSU. Yesterday, he landed a pair of quarterback commitments – Sam Leavitt of Arizona State and Landen Clark of Elon. The Tigers are still going after redshirt freshman Husan (HOO-san) Longstreet of USC. Tiger Rag editor Glenn Guilbeau says it would be huge if Kiffin can pull off the trifecta.

Cut 8 (05) “…is Sam Leavitt.”

The Supreme Court hears oral arguments over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes accusing oil and gas companies of causing erosion by drilling and exploration activity. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 1 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

A company owned by entertainer 50 Cent finalizes a deal to invest almost 125-million dollars to develop three entertainment venues in Shreveport. The project is expected to support more than six-thousand jobs.

9:30 AM LRN Newscast

Yesterday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes against oil and gas companies for damages to the coastline caused by drilling. These arguments come in the wake of a Plaquemines Parish jury awarding the parish almost 745-million dollars against Chevron last year. Loyola Law Professor Dane Ciolino says Chevron wants to move the cases to federal court, because those courts tend to be more conservative and defendant-friendly.

Cut 6 (09) “…companies are seeking.”

When you vote in the primary election this year, in some races, you will only be allowed to vote for candidates in your own party because federal offices, the State Supreme Court, the Public Service Commission and BESE races are now closed primaries. Steven Procopio, with the Public Affairs Research Council, says if you’re registered “no party affiliation,” then you can choose which your ballot.

Cut 11 (07) “..those party’s primaries.”

If you’re registered any party other than Republican or Democrat, you’re not allowed to vote in those primary races.

Not only did LSU land the top quarterback in the transfer portal yesterday but Sophomore running back Caden Durham announced he’s withdrawing his name from the portal to return to LSU. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glen Guilbeau says LSU’s new coaching staff had to repair their relationship with Durham after they went after Kewan Lacy of Ole Miss.

Cut 9 (11)  “…and Caden Durham.”

It’s not too late to get a flu shot. Though according to the latest data compiled by the Louisiana Department of Health, rates flu cases are decreasing, flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, an infectious disease expert at LSU Health New Orleans, says one of the dominant strains infecting people is called H3N2.

Cut 13 (03)  “…more severe disease.”

Figueroa says the vaccine may not prevent you from getting the flu, but it can prevent serious symptoms and with Mardi Gras parades and balls coming, it’s still a good idea.

8:30 AM LRN Newscast

Closed party primaries are coming to this year’s elections for the State Supreme Court, the Public Service Commission and BESE races. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council, says double-check your party affiliation because.

Cut 10 (09) “…the Republican candidates.”

If you’re registered “no party affiliation,” then you can choose the ballot you vote. Those registered Independent or any party other than Democrat or Republican cannot vote in the primary.

Argument in lawsuits filed by coastal parishes against oil and gas companies for damages to the coastline caused by drilling were heard by the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday. The state says the cases should remain in state court. Chevron argued that those cases belong in federal court, citing 80-year-old federal contracts but Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says

Cut 5 (12) “…exploration and development.”

LSU football has one of the top transfer portal classes in the country. Andre Champagne has more.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

The Louisiana Department of Health says the rates of flu cases is down, but flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, with LSU Health New Orleans, says the H3N2 strain is more severe but it’s still a good idea to get a flu shot with coming Mardi Gras parades and balls.

Cut 15 (10) “…then prevent hospitalization.”

7:30 AM LRN Newscast

The Supreme Court heard arguments yesterday over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes against oil and gas companies for damages to the coastline caused by drilling. Chevron argued that those cases belong in federal court, citing federal contracts. Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says they’re citing the Federal Officer Removal Statute.

Cut 4 (14) “…World War Two.”

According to the latest data compiled by the Louisiana Department of Health, case rates for the flu are decreasing, but flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, with LSU Health New Orleans, says if you think you have the flu, it’s best to get tested right away, because the prescription drugs available to combat the flu are more effective when taken shortly after the onset of symptoms.

Cut 14 (09) “…day on average.”

He also says it’s not too late to get the flu shot.

Closed primaries are coming so you may want to verify party affiliation. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

LSU has signed the top-rated quarterback in the transfer portal, Sam Leavitt of Arizona State. The Tigers also received a commitment from redshirt freshman quarterback Landen Clark of Elon over the weekend and they’re still going after redshirt freshman quarterback Husan (HOO-san) Longstreet of USC, who’s rated as the number six transfer quarterback. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glenn Guilbeau says it would be major if Kiffin can land all three.

Cut 8 (05) “…is Sam Leavitt.”

6:30 AM LRN Newscast

The Supreme Court hears oral arguments over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes accusing oil and gas companies of causing erosion by drilling and exploration activity. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 1 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

The Louisiana Department of Health reports flu case rates are decreasing, but flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, with LSU Health New Orleans, says one dominant strain this year is H3N2.

Cut 13 (03)  “…more severe disease.”

Figueroa says if you think you have the flu, it’s best to get tested right away

Lane Kiffin is off to a hot start as the head coach at LSU. Yesterday, Kiffin landed a commitment from redshirt sophomore Sam Leavitt of Arizona State, who’s the top-rated quarterback in the transfer portal. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glenn Guilbeau says Leavitt is the full package.

Cut 7 (07) “…he can run.”

In addition to Leavitt, LSU also received a commitment from redshirt freshman quarterback Landen Clark of Elon over the weekend. And LSU sophomore running back Caden Durham announced that he’s withdrawing his name from the transfer portal and returning in 2026 to play for the Tigers.

When you vote in the primary election this year, you will be limited to voting for members of your own political party for federal offices, the State Supreme Court, the Public Service Commission and BESE which are now in closed primaries. Steven Procopio, with the Public Affairs Research Council says if you have no party affiliation and vote in one party’s primary, you cannot vote in the other party’s runoff. And for those registered with so called third parties Procopio says…

Cut 12 (06) “…the general election.”

6:45 LRN Sportscast

It is official. LSU has signed former Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt, despite a push from Tennessee to sign the 20-year-old dual-threat quarterback. If Leavitt has recovered from a Lisfranc foot surgery, he’ll be the starting quarterback in the season opener against Clemson.

The backup would be Landen Clark from Elon and LSU might not be done as Coach Lane Kiffin is reportedly interested in also signing Husan (Hoo-san) Longstreet, who just completed his freshman season at USC. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says if Kiffin gets all three, that would be impressive…

Cut 8 (05) “…is Sam Leavitt”

LSU’s leading rusher in 2025, Caden Durham, is returning for his junior season. Durham entered the transfer portal, but the new coaching staff has convinced him to stay at LSU.

LSU women’s basketball is up to number six in the latest A-P Top 25 poll, and Tigers baseball is ranked second behind UCLA by D-1 Baseball.

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In college basketball…McNeese built a big first-half lead and easily defeated Nicholls 94 to 68 in a battle for first place in the Southland last night. Larry Johnson had 24 points and 10 rebounds, and DJ Richards scored 20 points off the bench. The Cowboys and Colonels are now 7-and-1 in league play.

Northwestern State was down by five points with 30 seconds left but rallied to beat U-T-R-G-V 64-63. An Izzy Miles free throw with one second left was the winning point. Micah Thomas had 17 points, including a big three-pointer in that last-minute rally.

Coleton Benson hit a 25-foot three-pointer with three seconds left as UNO upended Southeastern Louisiana 79 to 76. Benson had a big night as he had 30 points.

Southern rallied to beat Bethune-Cookman 77 to 73, and Grambling lost to Florida A-and-M 91 to 84.

In the NBA….the Pelicans host the Denver Nuggets tonight.

LRN AM Newscall January 13

The Supreme Court hears oral arguments over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes accusing oil and gas companies of causing erosion by drilling and exploration activity. Jeff Palermo reports.

Cut 1 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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LSU football has one of the top transfer portal classes in the country. Andre Champagne has more.

Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Andre Champagne.”

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With the closed primaries coming up, now is the time to double-check your voter registration cards. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 3 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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The Supreme Court heard arguments yesterday over lawsuits filed by coastal parishes against oil and gas companies for damages to the coastline caused by drilling. Chevron argued that those cases belong in federal court, citing federal contracts. Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says they’re citing the Federal Officer Removal Statute.

Cut 4 (14) “…World War Two.”

The state, however, is arguing that the cases should remain in state court. Ciolino says those contracts from more than 80 years are irrelevant in these cases.

Cut 5 (12) “…exploration and development.”

The oral arguments come in the wake of a Plaquemines Parish jury awarding the parish almost 745-million dollars against Chevron last year. Ciolino says Chevron wants to move the cases to federal court, because those courts tend to be more conservative and defendant-friendly.

Cut 6 (09) “…companies are seeking.”

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Lane Kiffin is off to a hot start as the head coach at LSU. Yesterday, Kiffin landed a commitment from redshirt sophomore Sam Leavitt of Arizona State, who’s the top-rated quarterback in the transfer portal. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glenn Guilbeau says Leavitt is the full package.

Cut 7 (07) “…he can run.”

In addition to Leavitt, LSU also received a commitment from redshirt freshman quarterback Landen Clark of Elon over the weekend. The Tigers are still going after redshirt freshman quarterback Husan (HOO-san) Longstreet of USC, who’s rated as the number-six transfer quarterback. Guilbeau says it would be major if Kiffin can land all three.

Cut 8 (05) “…is Sam Leavitt.”

Also yesterday, LSU sophomore running back Caden Durham announced that he’s withdrawing his name from the transfer portal and returning in 2026 to play for the Tigers. Guilbeau says LSU’s new coaching staff had to repair their relationship with Durham after they went after Kewan Lacy of Ole Miss.

Cut 9 (11)  “…and Caden Durham.”

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When you vote in the primary election this year, you won’t be able to choose from all candidates in all races. That’s because federal offices, the State Supreme Court, the Public Service Commission and BESE races have moved to closed primaries. Steven Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, says double-check your voter registration card – whatever party affiliation is indicated is the ballot you will receive.

Cut 10 (09) “…the Republican candidates.”

Procopio says if your voter registration card reads “no party affiliation,” then you actually get to choose which ballot you get to fill out.

Cut 11 (07) “..those party’s primaries.”

If you have no party affiliation and vote in one party’s primary, you cannot vote in the other party’s runoff. Those with no party affiliation who did not vote in the primary can vote in either party’s runoff. Procopio says those who are registered with third parties are out of luck.

Cut 12 (06) “…the general election.”

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***Must credit WRKF in the following story***

According to the latest data compiled by the Louisiana Department of Health, case rates for the flu are decreasing, but flu activity is still high. On WRKF radio in Baton Rouge, Dr. Julio Figueroa, an infectious disease expert at LSU Health New Orleans, says one of the dominant strains infecting people is called H-3.

Cut 13 (03)  “…more severe disease.”

Figueroa says if you think you have the flu, it’s best to get tested right away, because the prescription drugs available to combat the flu are more effective when taken shortly after the onset of symptoms.

Cut 14 (09) “…day on average.”

Figueroa says it’s not too late to get the flu shot, especially with Mardi Gras parades and balls ready to ramp up. He says the vaccine will not prevent you from getting the flu, but it can prevent serious symptoms.

Cut 15 (10) “…then prevent hospitalization.”

 

5:30 LRN Newscast

After eight years, the people of New Orleans have some new terminology to get used to – “Mayor Moreno.” Helena Moreno was sworn in this morning as the 63rd mayor of the City of New Orleans. In her inaugural address, Mayor Moreno says today represents not only a new beginning, but also a new direction.

Cut 3 (08) “…our beautiful city.”

Moreno succeeds the term-limited LaToya Cantrell.

A tragic incident out of Lafayette, as a four-year-old boy is shot to death as a result of sheer negligence. Lafayette Police Corporal Ashley Wood says police were called to the home shortly before six Saturday afternoon and found the disturbing scene. 

Cut 9 (06)  “…and loaded firearm.”

The child fired the gun, hitting and killing four-year-old Blaze Rubin. Another relative, 17-year-old Jenarius Johnson, is arrested on two charges.

LSU Coach Lane Kiffin has found his starting quarterback next season. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

And that’s not all – LSU is also keeping one of its top running backs. Caden Durham announced on social media that he is taking his name out of the transfer portal and will be returning to LSU next season. The sophomore has rushed for more than 12-hundred yards in his two seasons with the Tigers.