The Saints have lost six in a row, their longest losing streak since 2005. So how is Owner Gayle Benson taking it? In an interview on WWL Radio, General Manager Mickey Loomis says he speaks with Mrs. Benson nearly every day

Cut 12 (14) “…solution.”

Quarterback Derek Carr says he hopes to return to action this Sunday against the Panthers in Carolina. Carr says he’s not putting too much pressure on himself to right the ship.

Cut 18 (19)   “…can do? Absolutely.”

You may recall that the Saints started their season with a blowout win over the Panthers in the Superdome.

ULM is back on the road this Saturday against the Marshall Thundering Herd. The Warhawks are coming off a 46-17 loss to South Alabama, while Marshall is 4-and-3 on the season, winning all four of its games at home. ULM Head Coach Bryant Vincent says his team is embracing the challenge…

Cut 20 (17) “..from any challenge.”

Kick-off is at 2:30 central time.

LSU’s non-conference slate for next season is complete after scheduling Southeastern Louisiana. The game will be played Saturday, September 20th, at Tiger Stadium, and LSU is paying Southeastern 750-thousand dollars for the game. Other non-conference opponents next season include Clemson, Louisiana Tech and Western Kentucky.

It’s a sweet time to be a sugar cane grower in Louisiana this year. LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Production Specialist Kenneth Gravois (GRAV-wah) says the state’s sugar cane crops are on pace to produce two-million tons of sugar this year.

Cut 6 (16) “…part of the industry.”

The Saints are on a six-game losing streak and in an interview on WWL Radio, General Manager Mickey Loomis says Owner Gayle Benson is in the locker room following every game to talk with the coaches, staff and players. He says the entire organization wants to get this season back on track…

Cut 13 (10)  “…thing around.”

The Saints have an excellent chance to snap the skid this Sunday as they visit Carolina, who has just one win this season.

With over 110,000 residents leaving the state for other parts of the U.S. since 2020, Louisiana is experiencing a net outmigration according to the Council for a Better Louisiana.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

Early voting is over in Louisiana; and unlike in previous years, Republicans outnumbered Democrats in casting their ballots early. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says part of that is because of a strong desire to return Donald Trump to the White House.

Cut 3 (13) “…by 58 percent.”

Of course, while the registered party of the early voters is known, how they voted is not.

Louisiana’s high school graduation rate is up. The Department of Education released the 2022-2023 data which shows the stat’s overall cohort graduation rate rose to 83.2% that’s a half percent higher than the 2021-2022 numbers. The graduation rate for students with disabilities was up 1.6 points to 77.7%. The state is launching a revised accountability system in 2025-2026. It sets higher expectations for students, schools, and systems.

With 110,000 Louisiana residents moving out of state since 2020, Governor Landry says he can turnaround the years of out migration if the legislature approves meaningful tax reform in a special session that begins next week. Council for a Better Louisiana, Barry Erwin says a tax system that promotes job growth can lead to a better Louisiana.

Cut 11 (10) “…better about staying.”

A U-turn in the early voting pattern here in Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Louisiana Sugar cane growers in most of the state are having a better year after last year’s drought. LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Production Specialist Kenneth Gravois (GRAV-wah) says Hurricane Francine affected sugar cane growth in the southernmost parishes but cane tonnage per acre overall is good and should offset some sugar recovery losses in those affected parishes.

Cut 8 (16) “…two-million tons.”

Early voting saw a change this year as Republicans outnumbered Democrats. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says part of the reason for the increase in the Republican vote is that the Republican Party is coming around to accepting early voting as an important part of the election process.

Cut 5 (15) “…haven’t yet voted.”

He says in the last four years, more newcomers to the state have registered with the Republican Party than with the Democratic Party.

110,000 Louisiana residents have left the state since 2020 according to the Council for a Better Louisiana. CABL President Barry Erwin says high crime rates, concerns over the education system and limited job opportunities are primary reasons people are moving out of the Bayou State…

Cut 10 (05) “…real opportunity.”

Sugar cane farming appears to be sweeter this year than last year when the historic drought took its toll, but LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Production Specialist Kenneth Gravois (GRAV-wah) says Hurricane Francine affected sugar cane growth in the southernmost parishes.

Cut 7 (15) “…in sugar recovery.”

The Saints have lost six in a row, their longest losing streak since 2005. So how does Owner Gayle Benson feel about the team’s losing ways? In an interview on WWL Radio, General Manager Mickey Loomis says he speaks with Mrs. Benson nearly every day

Cut 12 (14) “…solution.”

A U-turn in the early voting trend in Louisiana, as for the first time, Republicans outnumbered Democrats in casting their ballots early. Of course, while the registered party of the early voters is known, how they voted is not. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says while opinion polls show Trump with a comfortable lead, it’s unclear whether he will increase his win margin in the state from four years ago.

Cut 4 (13) “…or from Republicans.”

It’s a sweet time to be a sugar cane grower in Louisiana this year. LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Production Specialist Kenneth Gravois (GRAV-wah) says the state’s sugar cane crops are on pace to produce two-million tons of sugar this year.

Cut 6 (16) “…part of the industry.”

With over 110,000 residents leaving the state for other parts of the U.S. since 2020, Louisiana is experiencing a net outmigration according to the Council for a Better Louisiana.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

An oddity in sports this weekend as two New Orleans football teams will be in Charlotte playing a Charlotte-based team. Tonight, Tulane is at Jerry Richardson Stadium to take on the UNC Charlotte 49ers. Three days later the Saints will be at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte to take on the Carolina Panthers.

A U-turn in the early voting pattern here in Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

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With over 110,000 residents leaving the state for other parts of the U.S. since 2020, Louisiana is experiencing a net outmigration according to the Council for a Better Louisiana.

Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Sean Richardson.”

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Early voting is over in Louisiana; and unlike in previous years, Republicans outnumbered Democrats in casting their ballots early. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says part of that is because of a strong desire to return Donald Trump to the White House.

Cut 3 (13) “…by 58 percent.”

Of course, while the registered party of the early voters is known, how they voted is not. Hogan says while opinion polls show Trump with a comfortable lead, it’s unclear whether he will increase his win margin in the state from four years ago.

Cut 4 (13) “…or from Republicans.”

Hogan says another reason for the increase in the Republican vote is that the Republican Party is coming around to accepting early voting as an important part of the election process.

Cut 5 (15) “…haven’t yet voted.”

Finally, Hogan points out that in the last four years, more newcomers to the state have registered with the Republican Party than with the Democratic Party. If you didn’t take advantage of early voting, your final chance to vote is on Election Day on Tuesday at your assigned precinct’s polling place.

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It’s a sweet time to be a sugar cane grower in Louisiana this year. The state’s sugar cane crops are on pace to produce two-million tons of sugar this year.

Cut 6 (16) “…part of the industry.”

LSU AgCenter Sugarcane Production Specialist Kenneth Gravois (GRAV-wah) says Hurricane Francine affected sugar cane growth in the southernmost parishes.

Cut 7 (15) “…in sugar recovery.”

Gravois says cane tonnage per acre overall is good and should offset some sugar recovery losses in those affected parishes.

Cut 8 (16) “…two-million tons.”

Gravois says while the state could use some rain, it doesn’t need a lot of rain. And he hopes that the state can avoid any significant freezes.

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Louisiana has been experiencing a steady net outmigration trend, with over 110,000 residents leaving the state for other parts of the U.S. since 2020. That’s according to the Council for a Better Louisiana. In 2023 alone, the state saw a net loss of over 29,000 people. CABL President Barry Erwin says this pattern highlights a broader trend in domestic migration within the U.S.

Cut 9 (08)  “…than moving in.”

Erwin says high crime rates, concerns over the education system and limited job opportunities are primary reasons for why people are moving out of the Bayou State…

Cut 10 (05) “…real opportunity.”

Governor Landry says he can turnaround the years of out migration if the legislature approves meaningful tax reform in a special session that begins next week. Erwin says a tax system that promotes job growth can lead to a better Louisiana..

Cut 11 (10) “…better about staying.”

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The Saints have lost six in a row, their longest losing streak since 2005. So how does Owner Gayle Benson feel about the team’s losing ways? In an interview on WWL Radio, General Manager Mickey Loomis says he speaks with Mrs. Benson nearly every day

Cut 12 (14) “…solution.”

Loomis says Benson is in the locker room following every game to talk with the coaches, staff and players. He says the entire organization wants to get this season back on track…

Cut 13 (10)  “…thing around.”

The Saints have an excellent chance to snap the skid this Sunday as they visit Carolina, who has just one win on the season.

Louisiana has been experiencing a steady net outmigration trend, with over 110,000 residents leaving the state for other parts of the U.S. since 2020. That’s according to the Council for a Better Louisiana. In 2023 alone, the state saw a net loss of over 29,000 people. CABL President Barry Erwin says this pattern highlights a broader trend in domestic migration within the U.S.

Cut 9 (08)  “…than moving in.”

New parents know all too well how expensive it is to care for newborns. A new study by Bankrate shows that Americans on average spend just over 14-thousand dollars during the first year of their child’s life. Alex Gailey, an analyst with Bankrate who conducted the study, says on average, Louisianians pay slightly less.

Cut 29 (11) “…dollars per month.”

A U-turn in the early voting pattern here in Louisiana. Andrew Greenstein reports.

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.”

Early voting is over in Louisiana; and unlike in previous years, Republicans outnumbered Democrats in casting their ballots early. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says part of that is because of a strong desire to return Donald Trump to the White House.

Cut 3 (13) “…by 58 percent.”

DOTD launches the Buckle Up Phone Down High School Showdown pilot program in nine high schools. Spokesman Rodney Mallett says this program aims to promote safe driving habits by encouraging students to pledge to buckle up and to avoid using their phones while driving.

Cut 23 (10) “…save peoples lives.”

The school with the highest pledge participation will receive a $5,000 donation from Triple-A.

Little ghouls and goblins will be out in full force on a hunt for fun-sized treats tonight, so be especially on the lookout for them while driving. Lisa Freeman, the executive director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, says since 2019, more than three-thousand people have been injured or killed in crashes on Halloween.

Cut 7 (12) “…Year’s Eve holidays.”

Will Mother Nature put a damper on trick-or-treating? LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says scattered showers and storms are expected during the day, but the weather is expected to improve in the nick of time.

Cut 13 (08)  “…down to about 30-percent.”

So that said, you should still make contingency plans just in case rain puts a damper on things.

Little ghouls and goblins will be roaming neighborhoods everywhere this evening, looking for some fun-sized treats. As they do, make sure they know how to stay safe. Lisa Freeman, the executive director of the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission, says if there’s a sidewalk, use it. If not, walk against the traffic. 

Cut 9 (16)  “…with oncoming vehicles.”

Since 2019, more than three-thousand people have been killed or hurt in crashes during Halloween.

As for what the weather holds in store for trick or treating, chances are it will be dry, despite what the weather may look like at this hour.

Cut 14 (08) “…that you could.”

So LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says families should make contingency plans just in case.

Nine high schools are participating in DOTD’s Buckle Up Phone Down High School Showdown pilot program. Spokesman Rodney Mallett says the program aims to reduce traffic fatalities by promoting lifelong safe driving practices among young Louisianans.

Cut 6 (05) “…for safety programs.”

The school with the highest participation receives a five-thousand dollar donation from Triple-A; the second-place school gets 25-hundred.

A new study by Bankrate shows that Americans on average spend just over 14-thousand dollars on infant care. Alex Gailey, an analyst with Bankrate who conducted the study, says one way for parents to offset some of those costs is to take advantage of tax credits.

Cut 12 (10) “…in your pocket.”

The state with the most affordable infant care by percentage of income is South Dakota at just under nine-percent. The least affordable, according to the study, is New Mexico at just over 20-percent.