Colorado sophomore offensive tackle Jordan Seaton, who is rated as the No. 1 offensive tackle in the transfer portal, is no longer expected to visit Oregon according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. Seaton was scheduled to take a visit to Eugene on Monday, but he was still in Baton Rouge on Monday evening according to multiple reports.

The 2026 LSU baseball team begins its national title defense in 24 days, as the Tigers host Milwaukee February 13th. The Tigers lost two of the best pitchers in the country in Kade Anderson and Anthony Eyanson, but they return senior right hander Zac Cowan to their pitching staff. Cowan, who served as a reliever last season, had a 3-and-3 record with a 2.94 ERA. Johnson says Cowan is a player in the mix for the starting rotation.

Cut 17 (20)  “…was last year.”

Johnson also named sophomore right-hander William Schmidt as another pitcher who could be a starter.

LSU men’s basketball will try to win its second straight game tonight when they visit Florida. The Tigers might get their starting point guard back. Senior D-J Thomas has yet to play in an SEC game after suffering a lower leg injury in practice prior to the start of conference play. Thomas is listed as questionable to play tonight. The Gators are 4-1 and tied for first place in the SEC. Tipoff is at 6 p.m.

Stephen F. Austin leads the Southland Conference with a 9-1 league record after handing Nicholls its third consecutive loss last night by a score of 79-62 inside Stopher Gymnasium.

McNeese improved to 8-2 in the Southland after dribbling past A-and-M Corpus Christi 69 to 53. Freshman Larry Johnson had 17 points and nine rebounds. McNeese returns home to host UNO on Saturday. The Privateers defeated Lamar 89 to 76 last night.

The New Orleans Saints have signed safety Julian Blackmon to a one-year contract extension. Blackmon was signed during training camp this season, but suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in the opening game versus the Arizona Cardinals.

After months of speculation, Congresswoman Julia Letlow has made her decision – she’s entering the U.S. Senate race. Three days after President Trump endorsed her, Letlow announced that she is running for the seat currently held by Bill Cassidy. ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says with Trump’s endorsement vaulting Letlow to the top, there’s a good chance the primary will go to a run-off.

Cut 7 (15) “…much in question.”

Before Letlow got in the race, Cassidy was already facing four major Republican challengers. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says we’ll see if John Fleming, Blake Miguez, Julie Emerson and Eric Skrmetta stay in the race. He says it will depend on campaign finances…

Cut 19 (07) “…that’s simple”

Qualifying for the race is next month.

LSU football coach Lane Kiffin went into a little more detail on why he left Ole Miss to be the head coach of the Fighting Tigers. Kiffin spoke at the Baton Rouge Business Report’s Power Breakfast. He said he was torn over whether to leave LSU for Ole Miss, but former LSU Coach Nick Saban told him he would regret not taking the LSU job, because it’s the best job in America…

Cut 17 (15) “….another level”

According to 2-4-7 sports, LSU has the number one transfer portal class in the country.

House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the British Parliament this morning. Johnson’s address to a joint session of the House of Lords and the House of Commons serves as the unofficial start of America’s 250th birthday.

Cut 5 (10) “…importantly in spirit.”

Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow announced her candidacy for U-S Senate today. The big announcement comes three days after President Trump endorsed Letlow for that senate seat over Republican Incumbent Bill Cassidy. In 2021, Cassidy voted to impeach Trump for his role in the January 6^th attack on the U-S capitol. In her campaign announcement, Letlow says she has fought alongside President Trump to put America first…

Cut 15 (11) “…drives up inflation”

Letlow has served in the U-S House since 2021 and ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says it is a political gamble for Letlow to run for Senate…

Cut 8 (08) “…of office”

Cassidy says he’s confident he can win a third-term as a U-S Senator.

House Speaker Mike Johnson addresses the British Parliament, becoming the first U.S. Speaker of the House in history ever to do so. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch in effect from Friday morning through Sunday as a mixed wintery precipitation is expected across north Louisiana and into central Louisiana. Meteorologist Dayvon Hill…

Cut 9 (09) “…on both”

Hill says travel could be difficult this weekend and power outages are  possible.

She’s in – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has entered the U-S Senate race, challenging Bill Cassidy who is seeking a third term. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Governor Landry’s invitation to Greenland’s prestigious dog sledding race has officially been rescinded. The chairman of the Greenland Dogsledding Association posted the announcement on social media this week, as President Trump has ramped up rhetoric in his desire to wrest the island nation from Danish control. 

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for north central and northwest Louisiana. It will go into effect Friday morning and run through Sunday morning. Davyon Hill with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says freezing rain is expected to arrive on Friday night, so prepare now for potential power outages from the freezing rain.

Cut 11 (07) “…start preparing.”

While you were sleeping, House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the British Parliament, becoming the first U.S. Speaker of the House ever to do so. In his nearly 23-minute address, Johnson talked about the great experiment America embarked on when it gained independence from the British 250 years ago.

Cut 3 (13) “…equal and free.”

Three days after President Trump endorsed her, Congresswoman Julia Letlow has announced that she’s challenging Bill Cassidy in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, joining a host of other challengers. Letlow is in her second term as a U.S. Representative, and ULM Political Science Professor Pearson Cross says it is a political gamble to run for the Senate.

Cut 8 (08) “…of office.”

Chances of a winter storm hitting the northern half of the state this weekend are growing bigger and bigger. Davyon Hill with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says travel could be treacherous this weekend.

Cut 10 (07) “…travel impacts.”

Hill says freezing rain is expected to arrive on Friday night and the precipitation is expected to turn to sleet and possibly snow before the storm system moves out on Sunday.

House Speaker Mike Johnson became the first-ever U.S. Speaker of the House to address the British Parliament. In the unofficial kickoff of America’s 250th birthday celebration, Johnson told the British lawmakers that the relationship between the two countries has always been more powerful and enduring than the enemies that they face.

Cut 4 (09) “…has ever known.”

Johnson addressed a joint session of the House of Lords and the House of Commons for nearly 23 minutes.

How long do you expect to live? 75 years? 85 years? On Monday, a Baton Rouge woman just celebrated her – listen to this number – 110th birthday! Mildred Bowie taught English for 36 years. She has nine great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Her advice to everyone – treat others the way you want to be treated.

After months of speculation, Congresswoman Julia Letlow has made her decision – she’s entering the U.S. Senate race. Three days after President Trump endorsed her, Letlow announced that she is running for the seat currently held by Bill Cassidy. ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says with Trump’s endorsement vaulting Letlow to the top, there’s a good chance the primary will go to a run-off.

Cut 7 (15) “…much in question.”

House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the British Parliament this morning. Johnson’s address to a joint session of the House of Lords and the House of Commons serves as the unofficial start of America’s 250th birthday.

Cut 5 (10) “…importantly in spirit.”

Chances are growing that a winter storm could hit the northern half of the state this weekend. Davyon Hill with the National Weather Service in Shreveport says freezing rain is expected to arrive on Friday night and the precipitation is expected to turn to sleet and possibly snow before the storm system moves out on Sunday.

Cut 9 (09)  “…on both.”

Hill says there’s a 40-percent chance the Lake Charles and Lafayette areas will also see some ice and snow accumulation on Saturday and Sunday.

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Even if you’re not one of Hank Williams Jr.’s rowdy friends, you’re invited to the Cajundome in Lafayette to hang out with all his rowdy friends on April 17th. Tickets to his concert go on sale Friday at ten a-m. Asleep at the Wheel will be his opening act.

She’s in – Congresswoman Julia Letlow has entered the U-S Senate race, challenging Bill Cassidy who is seeking a third term. Jeff Palermo has the story.

Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

Governor Landry’s invitation to Greenland’s prestigious dog sledding race has officially been rescinded. The chairman of the Greenland Dogsledding Association posted the announcement on social media this week, as President Trump has ramped up rhetoric in his desire to wrest the island nation from Danish control. 

The entire Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals is hearing oral arguments this afternoon in Louisiana’s Ten Commandments law. The law requires posters of the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom throughout the state. Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says unlike the previous hearing before the Fifth Circuit, all 17 judges will hear these arguments.

Cut 4 (08) “…of such laws.”

House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the British Parliament this morning, becoming the first U.S. Speaker of the House ever to do so. In his nearly 23-minute address, Johnson talked about the great experiment America embarked on when it gained independence from the British 250 years ago.

Cut 3 (13) “…equal and free.”

Fifth District Congresswoman Julia Letlow says she will run for U-S Senate, challenging incumbent Bill Cassidy in the Republican Primary. Letlow made the announcement at the Baton Rouge Business Report’s Power Breakfast event. Her announcement comes after President Trump endorsed her over Cassidy. ULM political science professor Pearson Cross says with Trump’s backing Letlow is the favorite to win this seat…

Cut 6 (08) “…Trump’s endorsement”

Qualifying for the U-S Senate seat is next month and the party primary is May 16^th.

Confidence is building for a winter storm to hit the state this weekend. National Weather Service Meteorologist Dayvon Hill says arctic air is once again expected to surge south by the weekend, and it will meet up with Gulf and Pacific moisture.

Cut 10 (10) “…of wintry precipitation.”

There’s a 60 to 70 percent chance the I-20 corridor will see freezing rain Friday night to Sunday morning. It’s a 50-50 percent chance for central Louisiana.

A new report from the Pelican Institute highlights positive signs for the state’s economy, but the institute says tax policies still need to be revised to foster job creation and encourage business growth. The report’s author, Vance Ginn, says Louisiana’s gross domestic product grew by four-percent in the second quarter of 2025, and Louisiana led the region in personal income growth during that time.

Cut 7 (10) “…save and invest.”

But Ginn says outmigration remains a problem, and the state’s job growth over the past year has remained sluggish.

Louisiana’s constitution is 51 years old and Baton Rouge Republican Dixon McMakin is proposing a constitutional convention to change it. He points out that Louisiana’s constitution is more than 100-thousand words long…

Cut 14 (09) “…back to basics.”