Helena Moreno is sworn in as the 63rd mayor of New Orleans. During her roughly 13-minute inauguration speech this morning. Moreno asked everyone to come together to lead New Orleans into a new chapter.

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Moreno was sworn in by former First Lady Kamala Harris, who said Moreno is a dedicated public servant who believes in the dignity of working families.

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In Lafayette, a two-year-old gets a hold of a gun and kills a four-year-old boy. Lafayette Police Corporal Ashley Wood says the firearm was unsecured and loaded when the two-year-old got a hold of it.

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The four-year-old boy, Blaze Rubin, died from his injuries. A 17-year-old relative is behind bars on two charges.

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

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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.

New Orleans has a new mayor. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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

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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.

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The one theme that Moreno kept going back to in her roughly 13-minute speech was that she’s “all in” for New Orleans. The former TV news anchor, state legislator and city councilwoman said she knows that she has a very tall task ahead of her.

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Moreno said this is a turning point; and that in these challenging times, failure is not an option. She asked everyone to come together to lead New Orleans into a new chapter.

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Helena Moreno was sworn in by former Vice President Kamala Harris, who said she first crossed paths with Moreno many years ago.

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Harris says Moreno is a dedicated public servant who believes in the dignity of working families.

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Harris says Moreno is up for the challenge of serving as New Orleans’ 63rd mayor.

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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.

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Corporal Wood says after locating the firearm, the two-year-old was able to grab it, with deadly consequences.

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The four-year-old boy, Blaze Rubin, died from his injuries. The two children are related, but police are not releasing the exact relationship at this time. Wood says another relative is facing charges.

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(17-year-old Jenarius Johnson is charged with one count each of negligent homicide and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile.) The investigation is ongoing, and the Department of Children and Family Services is involved. It’s unknown at this time whether the two-year-old has been removed from the home.

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The number one-rated Q-B in the transfer portal, Sam Leavitt, has committed to LSU after a lengthy visit to Baton Rouge last week that was followed up by Kiffin visiting him in Tennessee. Leavitt led Arizona State to a Big 12 Championship and a College Football Playoff berth in 2024. Michelle Gardner with the Arizona Republic covered Leavitt at A-S-U.

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Leavitt threw for 46-hundred yards, 36 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, and he had 816 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns during his career at A-S-U. Gardner says Leavitt takes his craft seriously.

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LSU fans hope history repeats itself. Jayden Daniels also transferred from Arizona State to LSU and ended up winning the Heisman in 2023. Gardner says Daniels was an elite runner and Leavitt is also dangerous running the football.

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The number one-rated Q-B in the transfer portal, Sam Leavitt, has committed to LSU after a lengthy visit to Baton Rouge last week that was followed up by Kiffin visiting him in Tennessee. Leavitt led Arizona State to a Big 12 Championship and a College Football Playoff berth in 2024. Michelle Gardner with the Arizona Republic covered Leavitt at A-S-U…

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LSU fans hope history repeats itself. Jayden Daniels also transferred from Arizona State to LSU and ended up winning the Heisman in 2023.

A heartbreaking tragedy in Lafayette, a four-year-old boy is shot to death over the weekend. Lafayette Police Corporal Ashley Wood says police were called to the home shortly before six Saturday afternoon.

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Blaze Rubin, died from his injuries. The two- and four-year-olds were related. Another young relative 17-year-old Jenarius Johnson has been charged with negligent homicide and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile

New Orleans has a new mayor. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Helena Moreno was sworn in by former Vice President, Kamala Harris. She says Moreno is up for the challenge of serving as New Orleans’ 63rd mayor.

Cut 8 (12) “…of New Orleans.”

Helena Moreno was sworn in this morning as the 63rd mayor of the City of New Orleans. The one theme she repeated in her roughly 13-minute inaugural address was that she’s “all in” for New Orleans. The former TV news anchor, state legislator and city councilwoman said she knows that she has a very tall task ahead of her.

Cut 4 (09) “…that they’re impossible.”

The new mayor asked everyone to come together to lead New Orleans into a new chapter. She said this is a turning point; and in these challenging times, failure is not an option.

Helena Moreno was sworn in by former First Lady Kamala Harris, who said she first crossed paths with Moreno many years ago.

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We’re getting more reaction to the new federal nutrition guidelines released last week. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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Former Arizona State quarterback, Sam Leavitt will reportedly sign with LSU. Head Coach Lane Kiffin dubbed the portal king by some, was able to bring in Leavitt, the number one quarterback in the transfer portal. Leavitt considered Tennessee, Miami, and Kentucky before deciding to join the Tigers. Leavitt is in good company. The last quarterback from Arizona State to transfer to LSU was none other than Heisman trophy winning, Jayden Daniels. Arizona Republic’s Michelle Garner covered him at ASU talked about his value.

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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.”

A recent audit of 24 New Orleans-area restaurants by SeaD Consulting found that nearly one-third of them were lying about the source of their shrimp, in violation of a state law that went into effect a year ago. Marrero State Senator Pat Connick says lack of enforcement has led to a decrease in compliance and he’s calling on the Louisiana Department of Health to step up its enforcement of the law and to hold non-compliant restaurants accountable.

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Looks like LSU has their starting quarterback. Former Arizona State quarterback, Sam Leavitt will reportedly sign with the Tigers. After a recent visit to Baton Rouge didn’t go as well as expected, Leavitt visited Knoxville and Miami and considered Kentucky, then reconsidered LSU. In 2024 Leavitt was the Big 12 Freshman of the Year and in 2025 he led the Sun Devils to defeat Texas Tech in the Red Raiders only regular season loss. Leavitt is in good company. The last LSU transfer quarterback from Arizona State was Heisman trophy winning, Jayden Daniels. Arizona Republic’s Michelle Garner covered him at ASU.

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Amtrak is boosting capacity on the Mardi Gras line for Carnival Season. Knox Ross, the chairman of the Southern Rail Commission, says at certain times, capacity will increase by about 62 riders.

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Ross says the Mardi Gras line has boosted tourism along the entire route.

And he says, they would have preferred to add even more cars, but the one additional car during those peak times is all the inventory would allow

Former Vice President Kamala Harris administers the oath of office to the 63rd mayor of New Orleans, Helena Moreno.

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Moreno takes over for the term-limited LaToya Cantrell.

Breaking news into the LRN newsroom – former Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt is expected to sign with LSU. We’ll have more on this throughout the day.

A recent audit of 24 New Orleans-area restaurants by SeaD Consulting found that nearly one-third of them were lying about the source of their shrimp, in violation of a state law that went into effect a year ago. Marrero State Senator Pat Connick says lack of enforcement has led to a decrease in compliance.

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We’re getting more reaction to the new federal nutrition guidelines released last week. Dr. Oren Rom with LSU Health Shreveport says his big takeaway is how simple they are going from 164 pages to ten. He says for the most part, the recommendations are not much different from the old recommendations, although he would have liked to have seen a higher recommendation for daily vegetable servings.

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A changing of the guard of sorts in New Orleans, as at this hour, the inauguration ceremony for Helena Moreno is taking place. The former TV reporter, state lawmaker and city councilwoman is being sworn in as the city’s 63rd mayor. UNO political science professor Ed Chervenak says Moreno will have a honeymoon period.

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Moreno takes over for the term-limited LaToya Cantrell.

Amtrak is boosting capacity on the Mardi Gras line for Mardi Gras, increasing capacity by about 62 riders. Knox Ross, the chairman of the Southern Rail Commission, says the Mardi Gras line has boosted tourism all along the entire route, including group travel

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One health expert says his big takeaway from the new federal nutrition guidelines is how much more simple they are. Dr. Oren Rom with LSU Health Shreveport points out that they went from 164 pages five years ago to ten pages now. He says aside from the focus on whole foods, high proteins and low added sugars, the guidelines also delve into how the food is prepared.

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We recently told you that an audit of 24 New Orleans-area restaurants by SeaD Consulting found that nearly one-third of them were lying about the source of their shrimp. Marrero State Senator Pat Connick says if restaurants serve imported shrimp, they are required by law to disclose it; and those which don’t face substantial fines.

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It’s a new day in New Orleans today as former TV reporter, state lawmaker and city councilwoman Helena Moreno is sworn in as the new mayor of New Orleans. UNO political science professor Ed Chervenak says Moreno faces challenges, including a 222-million-dollar budget deficit. Chervenak says Moreno will also focus on improving the functions of city government.

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We’re getting more reaction to the new federal nutrition guidelines released last week. Among other things, the new guidelines place a strong emphasis on protein, including protein contained in red meat. Nutritionists say certain cuts of red meat can contain a lot of saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease. But Dr. Oren Rom, senior associate dean of basic and translational science at LSU Health Shreveport, says the new food pyramid shows no change in the fat content recommendation.

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One state senator is reacting to a recent shrimp audit of New Orleans-area restaurants. Colleen Crain reports.

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A fatal hit and run claimed the life of a pedestrian in Iberia Parish yesterday morning around 10:30 yesterday and State Police are asking for the public’s help in finding the driver who fled the scene.  Troopers say 66-year-old Russel Green was walking on Louisiana Highway 86 when he was struck and died at the scene. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call State Police Troop I.

More reaction to the new federal nutrition guidelines released last week. Andrew Greenstein reports.

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A 17-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 4 year old in Lafayette yesterday.  The Lafayette Police Department determined that a 2-year-old child in the home found an unsecured, loaded firearm and discharged it, striking little Blaze Rubin.  We’re told the teen is charged with negligent homicide and illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile.

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It’s a big day in New Orleans as former city councilwoman Helena Moreno is sworn in as the city’s new mayor.  UNO political science professor Ed Chervenak says Moreno takes over with a 222-million-dollar budget deficit and many other challenges, including an effort to stem the flow of people leaving the city.

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The inauguration is this morning at nine.

Amtrak is boosting capacity on the Mardi Gras line this Carnival Season with an additional car, adding about 62 seats during peak hours.  Knox Ross, the chairman of the Southern Rail Commission, says since the service connecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, launched last August, it has been more successful than they had anticipated.

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