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Full Show 8/17/2026: The U.S. State Department revokes more than 175,000 visas representing an unprecedented tightening of visa enforcement

Hour 3: Where does AI lean on the religious and political spectrums?

Hour 2: Not enough hours in the day? Maybe get out of your own way!

What if the biggest thief of your time isn’t your schedule, but your own emotional reactions?

Can the "One Door to Work initiative" cut through government red tape and better connect people with jobs?

Hour 1: The U.S. State Department has officially revoked more than 175,000 visas from foreign nationals since President Donald Trump returned to office last year

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser previews next week’s Louisiana Travel & Tourism Summit

The respect that's afforded to people under United States law is often taken for granted

Full Show 8/14/2026: The NOPD has to do more to quell the public's fear of new surveillance technology

Hour 3: The Voice of The LSU Tigers Chris Blair remembers LSU baseball coach Skip Bertman

The New Orleans Saints prepare to kick off their 2026 preseason home opener

How is LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt settling into Lane Kiffin's design?

Hour 2: Privacy advocates are sounding alarms over Flock camera public surveillance

With President Trump calling for major changes to federal vaccine guidelines, what does it mean for Louisiana families?

Flock Cameras: Where should we draw the line between public safety and personal privacy?

Hour 1: The NOPD needs to get aggressive in educating the public on how the NOPD drone program works

Spreading oil spills from targeted tankers triggers environmental alarms off the coasts of Iran and Oman

A fear of the NOPD drone program is due to a lack of understanding of how the program actually works

Full Show 8/13/2026: AG Liz Murrill is justified in her quest to discover what factors led to her now dropped federal indictment

Hour 3: Judge Leon Roche challenging long-serving Judge Buras for her Section H seat to "get back" at Louisiana State Republicans is childish

Hour 2: The Big Beautiful Gulf lease sale brings us closer to American energy dominance

What could the Big Beautiful Gulf lease sale mean for Louisiana jobs, ports, shipyards, and energy security?

Delgado Community College can help students claim a spot in New Orleans' booming STEM economy

What does the long-awaited demolition of Lindy Boggs mean for the surrounding neighborhood?

No one can legitimately say that AG Liz Murrill should NOT get to the bottom of what led to her indictment

Full Show 8/12/2026: Ethics concerns have been raised following revelations Julia Letlow signed an NDA with a Meta Platforms subsidiary and subsequently purchased stock in the company

Hour 3: Skyrocketing funding for education doesn't always translate into higher student performance

America is pouring a staggering $1 trillion into public education, but where is all that money actually going?

Louisiana students are heading back to school after posting record-breaking academic gains; how do we keep that momentum going?

Hour 2: The Former Lindy Boggs Medical Center Gets Wrecked!

The federal government opened bids on its third Gulf of America lease sale: what does that mean for Louisiana?

Hour 1: The ethics of Julia Letlow buying Meta and Nvidia stock after signing an NDA granting her access to confidential details about Meta's data center project is under scrutiny

Chef Brigtsen's "Color of Flavor Cookbook," is packed with beloved recipes and plenty of “Frankisms"

Julia Letlow signed an NDA with a Meta shell company granting her access to confidential details regarding Meta’s major technology investments

Full Show 8/11/2026: Diplomacy is the only way the Russia/Ukraine war ends

Hour 3: The Firefighters Union says City Hall is forcing firefighters to do jobs they’re not certified to perform

Hour 2: The Heroes of New Orleans youth organization was awarded a $1 million milestone investment raised through the community's INVEST in Algiers Campaign

New Orleans voters face a dramatically altered political landscape following state legislation that eliminated several local judgeships

Heroes of New Orleans are changing young lives and creating opportunities that can last a lifetime

Hour 1: Razom for Ukraine launches the new “Communities for Ukraine” national initiative

Full Show 8/10/2026: Is it fearmongering by simply pointing out the Democrat socialists' own economic platform?

Hour 3: What does Democratic socialists' economic platform mean for markets and the broader economy?

Hour 2: Multiple New Orleans fire stations briefly shutting down over the weekend ignited fears over severe staffing shortages

New Orleans firefighters are pushing back against a controversial city mandate forcing them to take on higher-stakes duties without extra pay

Who is bearing the brunt of the skyrocketing rent prices, and what systemic solutions are needed to keep families in their homes?

Hour 1: The "W" in WNBA stands for "Women's"

Households reaching their financial breaking point shouldn't be afraid to ask for help

It's not demonizing the transgender community to believe that biological males shouldn't play in female sports leagues

Full Show 8/7/2026: AG Murrill justifies her high-stakes hunt for secret phone logs and leaked grand jury communications

Hour 3: An Unfunny Comedy of Errors - Joshua Rondeno vs. the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East

Is real accountability finally coming to the S&WB, or is this just another political shell game?

Is political maneuvering putting Southeast Louisiana’s flood defenses back at risk?

Hour 2: The level of payroll fraud cases in the NOPD doesn't happen unless a superior is playing the game with them

What does St. Tammany's first-ever Housing Needs Assessment mean for future development and preserving the parish's quality of life?

Hour 1: "Why are we wasting taxpayer money if there's nothing there? Give it over!" - Newell on AG Murrill's Hunt for Secret Records

AG Liz Murrill's 16-count felony indictment may be dropped, but she's taking the fight to civil court

The AAUP endorsed a candidate for the first time in its 111-year history, and it's a Democratic Socialists of America candidate

Full Show 8/6/2026: "[Trump] has basically said to you, me, and others, 'You don't matter'" - Newell on Trump selling early access to Truth Social posts

Mayor Helena Moreno’s new Canal Street Renaissance plan can work because everyone's motivated to make it work

Hour 2: Trump using "Truth API" to sell early access to market-moving declarations is a sad commentary on the use of presidential power

America's merchant mariners and agricultural producers play a critical role in delivering global food aid

"The President is obviously trying to make money off of your information," - Newell of Trump's Truth API

Hour 1: What will 12 additional Eighth District officers mean for the Mayor’s Canal Street Renaissance initiative?

A major new logistics hub opening in New Orleans East will strengthen Louisiana's supply chain and expand global market access for local manufacturers

"We have the #1 team!" Chief Kirkpatrick never dropped her standards to fill NOPD vacancies

Full Show 8/5/2026: The New Orleans City Council took its first real steps toward controlling the Sewerage & Water Board

Hour 3: Ways to savor the Crescent City this summer without breaking the bank

New Orleans will host the national kickoff for the prestigious James Beard Taste America series

Hour 2: Mayor Helena Moreno launched the Canal Street Renaissance Initiative, naming Sayde Finkel as the corridor's first dedicated director

Xavier University of Louisiana continues to shine, ranking among the country's top HBCUs

Hour 1: Has the Smithsonian changed how it tells America's story?

Has the Smithsonian abandoned historical scholarship for political activism?

Minnesota’s Paid Leave program should serve as a cautionary tale of state-sponsored benefits run amok

Full Show 8/4/2026: The Iran Hokey Pokey: Trump threatens Iran, then pulls back for the 7th time

Talk to the Mayor: The fixes to the Sewerage & Water Board won't happen by a flip of a switch, but the pathway to improvement is now being paved

Hour 2: The Jones Act is NOT moving the needle for Americans as it was promised

Is the controversial Jones Act waiver doing more harm than good to U.S. workers?

Can big infrastructure and thousands of new jobs finally stem the flow of residents leaving New Orleans?

Hour 1: Trump may not be able to get out of Iran with anything he can spin as a win

The U.S.'s interest in Iran conflicts with Trump's personal interests

President Trump's tough talk and mob diplomacy are not working on Iran

Full Show 8/3/2026: The outcomes of the silly games played in the Beltway always end up hurting us

Hour 3: Louisiana's major ports are breaking down old rivalries to build a powerhouse economic strategy

The fear of being labelled "transphobic" has overruled common sense in sports

Louisiana's major ports are uniting to build a powerhouse economic strategy

Hour 2: Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry publicly called for the disbarment of Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams

Is Governor Jeff Landry attempting to disbar Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams pure political theater?

The TSA is testing a major overhaul with its new "Gold+" program, handing operations over to private contractors

The sitting President of the United States is trying to bilk the IRS for $10 billion; this would only hurt the taxpayers

Spain's Migration Crisis—Amnesty doesn’t work; border security is the only real answer

There should be legislation that prevents a lawyer who has represented the President in a personal capacity from being eligible to be the Attorney General

Full Show 7/31/2026: Partisan fighting over petty issues has rendered Congress all but useless

Hour 3: What critical ballot initiatives mean for voters, local officials, and overall trust in our democracy?

Tammany Taste of Summer is happening again from August 1st to 31st, 2026

Key ballot measures across the country could reshape future elections

Hour 2: City leaders are rolling out the "Canal Street Renaissance"

Do you have such a deep-seated hatred for a politician that you'd celebrate their death? You may have a personal issue

The Red Dress Run is Saturday, August 8th

"Canal Street Renaissance": Can New Orleans breathe new life into one of its most famous corridors?

Hour 1: Sometimes we have to deviate from party lines and slap it in the face to get the party back on track

What can we anticipate with the changing of the members of the Sewerage & Water Board?

There's a failure inside the Beltway when people start considering voting for Democrat-Socialists

Full Show 7/30/2026:President Trump politicizes FEMA's disaster aid to punish blue states

Hour 3: It's reveals that what Dr. Fauci said publicly during the COVID-19 Pandemic didn't match with what he stated privately

On August 1st, City Council will adopt all the Sewerage & Water Board's woes

Republicans give Dr. Fauci a checkup on Capitol Hill

Hour 2: Is there another interest rate hike on the horizon?

What does the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady mean for your wallet?

Delgado Community College is the ultimate launchpad for learners of all ages

Hour 1: Trump denying disaster relief to Democrat-led states is a political disaster

Full Show 7/29/2026: The American Federation of Teachers have made resolutions designed to indoctrinate students to a political ideology at an early age

Hour 3: Sanctuary cities fail to recognize the financial risk factors of their policies

Cracking the Mortgage Code: Are you paying too much for your home?

Hour 2: Louisiana is one of five states advancing in a Department of Energy competition to host a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus

New Orleans, alongside the Downtown Development District, has unveiled a robust plan for the future of Canal Street

Hour 1: The American Federation of Teachers met in D.C. to pass resolutions to withhold students' information from their parents

Who is really holding the levers of power in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon?

Educators need to focus on the educating, not the political ideology sideshow circus

Hour 3: Data centers are helping businesses move at light speed like never before

Could a Meta data center in Richland Parish mean billions in savings for Entergy customers and a massive boost for local businesses?

Newell Hour Two: Saints Training Camp Gets Started Tomorrow

Saints Start Training Camp This Week

Building the future isn't just about brick and mortar, It's about the people

Newell Hour One: How Should The City Manage the Sewage and Water Board?

Is the French Quarter getting safe and just how much money is it driving into state coffers?

Full Show 7/27/2026: There's a stream of dissatisfaction in the Republican Party with Trump's style of leadership

Hour 3: The Congressional Budget Office keeps missing the mark

Hour 2: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani wants Benjamin Netanyahu arrested, but does he really have legal authority to do so?

Mardi Gras Shakeup: The NOPD proposes rule changes for Mardi Gras

Hour 1: Dwindling support for Trump's efforts in Iran by Republicans comes down to unreasonable

Is the next step in securing America’s border going after fraudulent asylum claims?

Unreasonable expectations are causing Republicans to lose support for Trump's Iran strategy

Full Show 7/23/2026: The Orleans grand jury indictment of AG Liz Murrill only served as "great political theater"

Hour 3: The taxpayers of Louisiana are on the hook for AG Liz Murrill's legal fees

Hour 2: "No one is safe from this weaponization of the system unless there is some accountability and transparency regarding how this transpired," - AG Murrill on her indictment by the Orleans grand jury

Downtown New Orleans is looking to fill empty storefronts and bring more businesses back to the city center

Murrill: New Orleans leaders didn't suddenly developed a conscience and act in good faith. "The only religion they found was they're praying that they don't get in trouble for what they did."

Hour 1: The 16-count indictment of Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is dropped, but the final chapter has yet to be reached.

AI isn’t just changing computers; it’s changing how America moves its biggest cargo

Full Show 7/22/2026: Can the State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans kiss, make up, and move forward?

Hour 3: New Orleans hosting the Bocuse d’Or cements the city as a world-class culinary destination

Hour 2: The State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans are intrinsically linked to each other's success

Crime is down, but is New Orleans turning the corner for good?

Hour 1: The indictment of AG Liz Murrill has been dropped, and so should the entire spectacle

Let's put this behind us and move forward; finger-pointing isn't going to help us grow, - Newell on the dropping of AG Murrill's indictment

"Our job is to identify risks before they become crises" - Sheriff Michelle Woodfork

Newell: Requesting to drop the Murrill charges was the appropriate action by New Orleans leadership. Now, lets try to move forward.

Full Show 7/21/2026: Forget the court; Orleans Parish seems to have an entire "Kangaroo Criminal Justice system"

Hour 3: Are you tired of "winning" in Iran yet?

Will voters even remember the current Iran/U.S. conflict by the 2028 election?

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in Louisiana, yet it's also one of the most preventable; here's what you should know

Hour 2: The Democratic Socialists of America shouldn't be taken lightly

Meta's massive investment in Louisiana has many asking the same question: Will it raise my electric bill?

Hour 1: The twists and turns of the AG Murrill indictment continue to reveal themselves

Canada is our 2nd largest trading partner; why would we want to push them away with insane tariffs?

The Louisiana Attorney General is facing 80 years in prison; Orleans may want to start taking the legal proceedings seriously

Full Show 7/20/2026: The squabble between Louisiana and New Orleans does nothing for economic growth for the city or state

Hour 3: What was the FIFA World Cup really worth to the economy?

Hour 2: ASAP is urging Orleans Parish to adopt eMAP ankle monitor software which would provide more accountability for judges

ASAP may end their ankle monitoring program if Orleans Parish doesn't adopt the eMAP software

The Trump Administration considering another extension of the Jones Act waiver could have big implications for Louisiana

Hour 1: We should never have to apologize for crime being on the decline

"Talking down New Orleans doesn't hurt New Orleans alone; it hurts the Louisiana economy and our reputation," - Lt. Gov Nungesser

"The Culture of Non-Compliance has taken wings," Newell on the Democratic Socialists of America

Full Show 7/17/2026: New York State’s Medicaid spending has officially overtaken spending on K-12 education funding

Hour 3: Did President Trump move the needle on the issues facing the country?

A long-awaited revival may finally be coming to New Orleans’ historic West End

President Donald Trump addressed the nation last night; what were the key takeaways from the speech?

Hour 2: What should homeowners know about filing claims, navigating the insurance process, and the state of the property insurance market as hurricane season rolls on?

Meta has increased its investment in its Richland Parish AI data center to more than $50 billion

Flood recovery continues across Louisiana, but what should homeowners expect next?

Hour 1: Everyone inside the Beltway is guilty and responsible for spending running amok

What’s next for Alvin Kamara after agreeing to a restructured deal to remain with the New Orleans Saints?

The New York State Comptroller report that shows the state spends more on Medicare than education should serve as a warning for spending run amok

Full Show 7/16/2026: America is so fortunate that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz never became the Vice President

Let's take a look at NOPD district-level crime trends from 2022 through 2026 with Rafael Goyeneche

Hour 2: The situation along Israel’s northern border remains tense as U.S.-brokered talks continue between Israel and Lebanon.

Delgado’s Super Saturday is one-stop opportunity for prospective and returning students to everything in place before the fall

Hour 1: Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng testified on Capitol Hill to advocate for sweeping federal disaster relief reforms

Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng goes to Capitol Hill to advocate for major FEMA reforms

Minnesota Governor Walz grants a full pardon to a Laotian national convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct

Full Show 7/15/2026: D.A. Jason Williams is the centerpiece of the controversy between the city and the state

Hour 3: When it comes to severe weather in New Orleans, EVERY MINUTE MATTERS!

New Orleans was selected to host the Association of Chambers of Commerce Executives Annual Conference

What went wrong at Pump Station 7, and what's being done to reduce the risk of future flooding?

Hour 2: Mayor Helena Moreno marked six months in office this week; how's she doing?

Chevron's been part of Louisiana's energy story for over a century

"This has t-boned the rapid progress we've made," Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., on the rift between New Orleans and the state

How can there be a resolution between the city and the state while the Louisiana AG is under indictment?

Health officials are warning about a growing outbreak of Cyclospora; how can you protect yourself?

There can't be an 'off-ramp' between New Orleans and the state while AG Liz Murrill is under indictment

Full Show 7/14/2026: The DOJ issued a sweeping warning letter to election officials; Dems cry "public intimidation"

Hour 3: Louisiana Legislative Auditor Mike Waguespack calls for reform after an audit found the City of New Orleans has paid out $429 million in accrued leave

An audit found New Orleans paid out $429 million in accrued leave over the past decade; should the city change how it manages employee leave?

The new and improved Gretna Festin' is set to return in 2027

Hour 2: The GNO Innovation Internship Program develops tomorrow’s workforce and keeps top talent in Southeast Louisiana

If "human error" was responsible for the flooding around the city, heads need to roll at the SWBNO

The GNO Innovation Internship Program wrapped up another successful summer by placing 45 college students with 39 companies across the region

The DOJ issued a letter reminding state and local officials that noncitizen voting is illegal; blue states aren't happy about it

A federal judge has nullified Trump’s IRS settlement, declaring that his $10 billion lawsuit against the agency was in bad faith

Blue states are upset over a DOJ letter warning them it's illegal for noncitizens to vote in state and local elections

Full Show 7/13/2026: Another stormy day, another Sewerage & Water Board New Orleans failure

Hour 3: Former Saint Marques Colston creates a new vehicle for sports investments

Hour 2: Tourism remains one of Louisiana’s economic engines

25% of New Orleans jobs are related to the hotel industry, with a $9 billion economic impact

How healthy are New Orleans’ finances, especially now as tensions with the state escalate?

Hour 1: "It's a complex system" can't be the excuse anymore - Newell on the S&WBNO's constant failures

"When you put stress on a mechanical system, count on it to fail," Newell to the Sewerage & Water Board New Orleans

Full Show 07/10/2026: Yes, Judge Leon Roche, your court IS a kangaroo court

Hour 3: Black bears are making more appearances on the Northshore

Could Ozempic, and other GLP-1 drugs, be changing more than your waistline?

Why are black bears showing up in neighborhoods on the Northshore, and what should you do if you encounter one?

Hour 2: State Senator Connick proposes to move law enforcement responsibilities away from the levee authority

Should the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority–East Police Department become part of Louisiana State Police?

Hour 1: Court minutes reveal that the New Orleans Criminal District Court has no idea what they're doing

New Orleans is the only entire city named to the World Monuments Fund's inaugural "Irreplaceable America" list

"We have to protect ourselves from the incompetence of the people we elect to public office" - Newell on Judge Roche

Full Show 7/9/2026: Judge Leon Roche attacks defense attorney Laura Cannizzaro Rodrigue is his recusal order from the Liz Murrill case

Hour 3: For all intents and purposes, the indictment of Liz Murrill is "dead in the water" according to Rafael Goyeneche

Hour 2; The Lindy Boggs Medical Center will no longer be apart of the New Orleans skyline

How deep is the U.S. prepared to get involved with the conflict with Iran?

Demolition finally begins at the long-abandoned Lindy Boggs Medical Center

Hour 1: The language in Judge Leon Roche's recusal order from the Liz Murrill case shows we're definitely off the rails here

The Mississippi River never sleeps, and neither do the people who keep it moving

Judge Roche's recusal order is nothing but a character assassination of Laura Cannizzaro Rodrigue

Full Show 7/8/2026: Will cooler heads prevail in the New Orleans officials/AG Liz Murrill drama?

Hour 3: There's no shortage of things to do in New Orleans during the summer

One of the biggest sporting events of the summer comes to New Orleans, the X Games Championship!

The 24th Annual Tales of the Cocktail will showcase the city’s legendary cocktail culture

Hour 2: When it comes to economic growth opportunity, New Orleans East is where it's at

Four naval commands across the Gulf signed an MOA to launch the Gulf Coast Defense Catalyst

Hour 1: Newell suspects Judge White may be removed as special prosecutor in AG Liz Murrill's case

Are New Orleans restaurants telling you the truth about the shrimp on your plate?

Should Judge Laurie White be removed as special prosecutor in AG Liz Murrill's case?

Full Show 7/7/2026: The battle between Louisiana's AG and New Orleans officials is another needless stain on the city

Hour 3: "We're stuck with each other;" The conflict between the City of New Orleans and the State of Louisiana needs to end

Mayor Moreno addresses that controversy with Louisiana Attorney Liz Murrill and the public intimidation claims

Hour 2: The Louisiana AG Liz Murrill simply doing her job is NOT public intimidation

Hour 1: There's no way the Louisiana Supreme Court will revive the indictment of AG Liz Murrill

The Orleans Parish grand jury went rogue by issuing the indictment against AG Liz Murrill

How can anyone in their right mind think Louisiana's AG's letters to the New Orleans mayor and DA are public intimidation?

Full Show 7/2/2026: NOPD Superintended Anne Kirkpatrick is prepared for the July 4th weekend on America's 250th anniversary

Hour 3: To say that Attorney General Liz Murrill committed the crime of public intimidation is absurd

Hour 2: What does the Court decision on transgender athletes mean for fairness, safety, and the future of women’s athletics?

It's a shame it took the Supreme Court to rule over biological males staying out of female sports

Colorado College offers academic credit for students participating in left-wing activism

Hour 1: There's something fundamentally wrong with the system when children born to foreigners benefit more than citizen-born children

What does the Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship mean for immigration policy and future legal challenges?

New Orleans continues to beat the national crime trends averages

Full Show 7/1/2026: "Where did we lose our way?" - Newell American citizens taking a back seat to illegal immigrants

Hour 3: St. Tammany Parish voters will soon decide who becomes their next sheriff

Who will lead the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office next?

Tulane University is set to take the lead in a $500 million transformation of the former Charity Hospital into a world-class hub for medical research

Hour 2: Mayor Helena Moreno unveiled a $200,000 Business Stabilization Fund for businesses impacted by Decatur Street construction

Plaquemines Parish currently is home to two very exciting projects, Venture Global & Gulfstream LNG

Hour 1: How would we square cutting Social Security for American citizens but funding benefits for illegals?

Has the definition of “being ready” for marriage shifted for Gen Z?

When did protecting citizens relying on Social Security take a back seat to funding benefits for illegal immigrants?

Full Show 6/30/2026: The founding documents of the United States of America shows the genius of the forefathers

Hour 3: A historic day for higher education in New Orleans as UNO rebrands to LSU New Orleans on July 1

What’s next for the French Quarter and the fight to save its businesses?

On July 1, the University of New Orleans officially transfers to the LSU System and rebrands as LSU New Orleans

Hour 2: Local government affects economic growth more than national government

A national survey found that 55% of Democrats would prefer to live in a country other than the United States

The French Quarter is getting a high-tech crime-fighting upgrade

Hour 1: The Supreme Court ruled that a president can fire leaders of independent regulatory agencies at will

The Supreme Court expanded executive power by ruling 6-3 that the president can fire leaders of independent regulatory agencies at will

America's 250th birthday is approaching; here's a reminder of why we celebrate Independence Day

Full Show 6/29/2026: New Orleans taxpayers are suffering because officials aren't willing to spend political capital

Hour 3: Rent freeze passes in NYC: What does that mean for landlords and tenants?

Hour 2: Do the results of Saturday's election show that Louisiana voters are looking for younger candidates?

Time to GO 4TH on the River! New Orleans' world-class 4th of July celebration marking America's 250th birthday

What does the voter turnout in Saturday's election say about the mood of voters in Louisiana?

Hour 1: Why'd Governor Landry veto $36M in funding for New Orleans in the state budget?

More people are turning to AI for the news, but is AI-gathered news really neutral?

Louisiana Legislative Auditor calls for policy changes after an investigation revealed that New Orleans paid out more than $4.29 million in accrued leave

Full Show 6/26/2026: Registered voters in Louisiana have become reprehensibly apathetic to the political process

Hour 3: Former Sheriff Randy Smith becomes the latest elected official from St. Tammany Parish to leave office with a felony conviction

Hour 2: How does St. Tammany avoid the issues that plagued New Orleans?

Is Social Security already a much bigger debt problem than Washington admits?

St. Tammany voters face major tax questions on Saturday’s ballot, including millages that could affect parish services

The projected voter turnout for Louisiana's election day Saturday is embarrassing; why are so many people now turned off to governance?

Full Show 6/25/2026: Does anyone understand the memorandum of understanding with Iran?

Hour 3: With a few exceptions, Governor Landry believes this year's session was successful overall

"We have never seen the amount of economic investment in this state EVER!" - Gov. Landry

Hour 2: New York Mayor Mamdani-endorsed candidates Landers, Chevalier & Valdez win their congressional primary races

Are career pathway programs actually leading Louisiana students to good jobs?

Hour 1: The U.S. can't trust any Iran deal without access to nuclear facilty inspections

The Port of New Orleans is more than just ships and containers

The memorandum of understanding with Iran is signed, but the discrepancies are far from settled

Full Show 6/24/2026: Randy Smith resigns as sheriff of St. Tammany Parish

Hour 3: The 2026 Americas Selection of the Bocuse d’Or and Pastry World Cup returns to New Orleans

Hour 2: After 18 years leading Greater New Orleans, Inc., Michael Hecht is moving into an emeritus role

Hour 1: What happens to the resigning St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith now since his guilty plea?

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith pled guilty to charges of second-degree battery and disturbing the peace

Politics isn't going to prevent Sheriff Woodfork from giving the people what they've promised for the Sheriff's Office

St. Tammany Parish District Attorney Collin Sims discusses Randy Smith's guilty plea

BONUS: 'It'll take a lot to recover from higher prices:' false promises and confusion over end of war in Iran

Full Show 6/23/2026: The Trump administration can't "PR" their way out of their Iran negotiation missteps

Hour 3: An Iran-linked hacker group claims to have breached FBI drones and has threatened to target the World Cup

The Islamic State group has called for "lone jihadists" to use the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States as an opportunity to carry out violence

Has the public conversation around marijuana gotten ahead of the science?

Hour 2: Entergy Louisiana is excited about Louisiana’s economic future

Entergy Louisiana explains what companies look for when they evaluate Louisiana as a potential location

CRISPR-based gene therapy has the potential to give sickle cell patients a new lease on life

Hour 1: Major narrative discrepancies have emerged following high-level U.S./Iran negotiations

Delgado Community College is preparing students for high-wage, high-demand careers

The "tough guy" routine played by the Trump administration is wearing thin

Full Show 6/22/2026: More Republicans are breaking away from "blood oaths" with Trump

Hour 3: What went wrong with the S&WB pumps and the Carrollton Water Plant during Tropical Storm Arthur?

"Without direct oversight, there's no accountability at the Sewerage & Water Board" - Council President JP Morrell

Hour 2: Ukrainians have been continuously redefining themselves throughout the course of their war against Russia

A representative from United Way shares Tropical Storm Arthur Relief Fund information

Ukraine has been launching drone attacks deep into Russia; what kind of impact will this have on the war?

Hour 1: There's more to gain from the U.S./Iran conflict through diplomacy than war

There's no doubt that Iran has come out with a stronger hand since the conflict started

Letlow may not have the experience nor the chops to give the best representation for Louisiana

Full Show 6/19/2026: Recapping What Tropical Storm Arthur Brought to Our Region

Hour 3: What's one lesson from your dad that will always stick with you?

Hour 2: Are economic times worse than they've ever been for the average American?

Hour 1: Aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur

Good news for some residents north of the lake: the Tangipahoa River has already crested, and about two-and-a-half feet lower than predicted. Tangipahoa Parish emergency management director Dawson Primes tells us about it.

Full Show 6/18/2026: WWL Radio recaps the local impacts of Tropical Storm Arthur

Hour 3: Parishes across southern Louisiana are experiencing the lingering effects of Tropical Storm Arthur

Hour 2: Most Americans think the country's best days are in the past

More Americans are believing that the "American Dream" is unachievable

Hour 1: Entergy is working diligently on getting the power restored to areas experiencing outages

Cam Jordan returns to the Black & Gold; what about Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill?

Full Show 6/17/2026: The Gulf South region prepares for Tropical Storm Arthur

Hour 3: Troy Henry responds to criticism against him from Lt. Gov. Nungesser over the Bayou Phoenix project

"Maybe we have the wrong Lieutenant Governor," Troy Henry responds to Lt .Gov. Nungesser's criticism of the state of the Bayou Phoenix project

Hour 2: New Orleans is making progress on Mayor Moreno's pothole pledge

Hour 1: The Louisiana Seafood Cook Off Kicks Off Next week!

Lt. Gov. Nungesser says the Six Flags site bid should've been awarded to someone that could've independently funded its redevelopment

Full Show 6/16/2026: New Orleans as an incredible lineup of major sporting events coming to our area

Hour 3: What could the proposed Omni New Orleans Hotel project mean for the Convention Center district?

Hour 2: Do you have a million-dollar idea but don't have the capital to launch it? What is it?

Corridor Ventures helps regional youth to turn their ideas into money-making realities

Hour 1: What events and attractions would you like to see come to New Orleans?

Diversifying the type of attractions to host can expose New Orleans to demographics they may have never considered visiting

BONUS: Oil moves in minutes, gas moves in weeks:' what to expect after the Iran deal - plus is it really a ceasefire or just a pause?

Full Show 6/15/2026: President Trump just turned 80; should there be age limits for elected officials?

Hour 3: What does the record-setting SpaceX IPO signify?

Hour 2: Have you ever been so happy your team won that you wanted to destroy something?

Hour 1: Will the average retirement age keep rising, or has it leveled off?

Should there be age limits on politicians?

At what age does the average American retire in 2026?

Full Show 06/12/2026: Why isn't soccer more popular in the US? Louisiana must help it's shrimpers and save seafood industry

G. Edward White on why soccer failed to catch on in the United States

President of Jefferson Parish Cynthia Lee Sheng on unique 4th of July celebration in New Orleans

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry on ...

Hour 3: Mike Strain, BIG issues in Louisiana seafood industry

Hour 2: G. Edward White, why isn't soccer more popular in the US? Water bills skyrocketing in Jefferson Parish

Hour 1: Early voting in Louisiana discussion with Nancy Landry, Cynthia Lee Sheng

Full Show 06/11/2026: New Orleans City Councilmember Eugene Green, Metropolitan Crime Commission Rafael Goyeneche talks Randy Smith case

BONUS: Something has to give! Teen takeovers explode across the US - plus scrambling to fill World Cup stadiums

Hour 3: Rafael Goyeneche, Republic Nightclub Shooting Fallout

Hour 2: New Orleans Councilman Eugene Green, Self-Driving cars coming to New Orleans?!

New Orleans City Councilmember Eugene Green on self-driving cars potentially coming to New Orleans

Vice President of Cargo for the Port of New Orleans Amanda Coates and President of Kearney Companies David Kearney on the importance of the port of New Orleans in our lives

Hour 1: Early voting beginning tomorrow in Louisiana U.S Senate Runoff, how the port of New Orleans powers our lives

Professor of Political Science at ULM Josh Stockley on early voting in Louisiana U.S Senate Runoff.

Full Show 6/10/2026: Due to inflation, less people are taking summer vacations or aren't traveling as far

Hour 3: We can't let our fear of how someone may misuse tech to prevent us from embracing the benefits of better tech

New Orleans will host Convening Leaders in 2029

Hour 2: Mayor Helena Moreno 'PUMPS' Up the Sewerage & Water Board

WorkNOLA.com is a regional job platform that's different from a national job board, especially in a place like Greater New Orleans

Hour 1: Vacation travel getting costly? Try "Vacation Snacking"

Are you scaling back your summer vacation plans due to costs?

Full Show 6/9/2026: What will the fallout be from St. Tammany Sheriff Randy Smith's arrest?

What does the law say about the First Amendment and criticizing public officials and their families?

Hour 2: "Sympathy for the Sheriff of St. Tammany;" Many stand by Sheriff Smith for defending the honor of his family

Entergy New Orleans has everything to accommodate businesses to operate in the Crescent City

Does St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith have a future as a public official?

Full Show 6/8/2026: President Trump has to find a win for America out of this US/Iran conflict

Hour 3: California is feeling the pain of their minimum wage hike

Hour 2: Can President Trump find a way to spin a win out of the Iran/US conflict?

The New Orleans DEA has a new special agent in charge of their Field Division; John P. Scott

The Middle East is where Western philosophy of peace goes to die

Hour 1: Why has teacher union membership declined across the country?

What does a decline in teacher union membership mean for educators, students, and the future of public education?

The new athletic director at UNO, Mike Giorlando, will expand on the history and pride of the Privateers

Newell on Levee District Police Chief Rondeno, "You let the entity down! He ought to be fired"

Full Show 6/5/2026: With America's 250th anniversary approaching, are you proud to be an American?

Hour 3: Newell suggests that St. Tammany Sheriff Randy Smith and New Orleans Levee Police Superintendent Joshua Rondeno both resign

Newell to St. Tammany Sheriff Randy Smith, "As much as it pains me to say it, you might want to consider resigning"

What did the legislative session mean Louisiana’s most important industries?

Hour 2: New Orleans will have fewer judges after Governor Landry signed a bill that eliminates three judgeships

New Orleans leaders are creating new DNA analyst positions within the NOPD Crime Lab

Gov. Landry Eliminates 3 New Orleans Judgeship: "The New Orleans Criminal District Court have no one to blame but themselves"

What will fewer judges mean for New Orleans' criminal justice system?

Hour 1: Can Americans break the cycle of politician division? Do Americans even WANT to break the cycle?

Mental health in Louisiana is finally getting more attention and resources

Only 18% of Democrats polled say they're proud to be Americans ahead of the country's 250th anniversary

Full Show 6/4/2026: Chief Anne Kirkpatrick warns car clubs not to engage in street takeovers while in New Orleans

Hour 3: The New Orleans Criminal District Court needs their Day of Reckoning

Hour 2: It's embarrassing that it takes California two weeks to count votes

Get your appetites ready, New Orleans Restaurant Week starts Monday!

Hour 1: Are the NOPD's downfalls the fault of the culture, or the behavior of certain individuals?

Ukraine has proven that Russia's military might isn't as strong as once perceived

Chief Anne Kirkpatrick says the NOPD is seeing a continued reduction in crime trends in all categories

Full Show 6/3/2026: Trump was granted something much more valuable than the $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund: immunity from IRS audits for him, his family, and businesses

Hour 3: What can be done to protect Louisiana's seafood industry?

Louisiana’s shrimping industry continues fighting for survival against foreign imports and misleading seafood labeling

Hour 2: Louisiana now has a dedicated financing tool for transportation infrastructure

The Legislature made decisions that will keep residents at home, attract investment, and strengthen communities for years to come

Hour 1: Louisiana Republicans should demand that Trump prosecute his claim

Tourists from Canada are more beneficial for Louisiana than most realize

Louisiana Republicans should sound off on where they stand on President Trump being granted immunities from IRS audits

Full Show 6/2/2026: The Orleans Parish Criminal District Court judges didn't treat the job with the importance demanded of it

Moreno: "I got into this job to fix things; I didn't get into this job to keep things the same."

Hour 2: The Louisiana Supreme Court upheld the state law abolishing the separate Orleans Parish criminal clerk of court office

What does the 4-3 Act 15 ruling mean for the Orleans criminal court, Chelsey Richard Napoleon, and Calvin Duncan?

GNO's Innovation Internship Program is building a talent ecosystem for New Orleans

Hour 1: The Orleans Parish Criminal District Court bought the overhaul on themselves by performing with minimum efficiency

The war with Iran is raging on, and the path to peace is anything but clear

The 'wheels of justice' of the New Orleans criminal court have been falling off for decades

Full Show 6/1/2026: New Orleans has to be prepared to deal with emergencies without the assistance of FEMA

Hour 3: New inflation numbers make the Fed's job tougher

Hour 2: Residents of St. Tammany Parish should have a 72-hour emergency storm plan at the least

How Northshore Technical Community College is helping fuel economic growth across St. Tammany and the entire Northshore region

Hour 1: The battle over Big Tech hiring practices takes center stage as Meta seems to be leaning toward cheap labor

Meta’s heavy reliance on the H-1B visa program may be hurting American workers

Storm Prep Special 2026: FULL SHOW

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Hour 3: Trump is a "lame duck" as president, but not as the leader of the Republican Party

What can Louisiana do to reverse its outmigration trend?

The Louisiana Legislative Session was dominated by redistricting

Full Show 5/28/2026: Public officials have been using NDAs to shield themselves from probative questioning

Hour 3: There's no denying that Louisiana State Police's Troop NOLA has made New Orleans safer

Hour 2: GNO, Inc. pushes back against a recent reckless CNN piece warning New Orleans must plan for catastrophic sea-level rise

Greater New Orleans has shifted from a region of potential to a region of actual, measurable growth

Jefferson Parish 2026 Hurricane Season Press Conference 5-28-26

Hour 1: Senator Morris's private real estate transactions raise concerns about public officials signing NDAs.

Environmental researchers and state officials clash over Louisiana’s future coastline

Senator Morris has impugned Louisiana's reputation by quietly positioning his private real estate holdings around Meta's Hyperion data center in Richland Parish

Full Show 5/27/2026: LIVE from SAIL 250, New Orleans’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, presented by New Orleans & Company

Hour 3: The Audubon Nature Institute has a lot to offer for tourist in town for SAIL 250

Hour 2: Ochsner Health is proud to serve as the medical response team at SAIL 250

Hour 1: SAIL 250 kicks off America's 250th anniversary in New Orleans

Full Show 5/26/2026: A proposed bill would allow Democrats and Republicans to block "no party" voters from participating in certain closed primaries

Hour 3: If the major parties want to hold private primaries, let them pay for it instead of using tax dollars

House Bill 906 could shakeup Louisiana’s election system

YouthForce NOLA is helping young people build futures right here in New Orleans

Hour 2: Would the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board be better off under the oversight of the City Council?

This isn't a Dem v. Rep issue; we just want our water to work and our streets to drain during a storm

Entergy Louisiana urges customers to act now to lower energy use as Louisiana braces for another brutally hot summer

Hour 1: Louisiana has given up a lot by switching to a closed primary system

Delgado has plans for a new $3 million Maritime Aquatics Facility

Full Show 5/22/2026: LA State Treasurer & Candidate for US Senate Dr. John Fleming has an in-depth conversation with Dave Cohen

Hour 3: Should the United States play any role in international conflicts?

Hour 2: How are rising costs affecting your travel plans and your wallet this summer?

Despite sky-high gas prices, experts predict record summer travel

Runoff candidate for US Senate Dr. John Fleming reacts and responds to negative campaign ads against him

Full Show 5/21/2026: Would taxing Mardi Gras riders help dig New Orleans out of its budget crisis?

Hour 3: Louisiana judges have had a sense of entitlement for decades; House Bill 398 intends to rein them in

Hour 2: Is it time to consider corporate sponsorship for Mardi Gras parades?

North America’s 50 Best Restaurants will unveil its 2026 rankings live in the Crescent City!

Hour 1: Would you be willing to pay the city a $25 tax to ride with a Mardi Gras Krewe?

"You don't put on Mardi Gras to make a profit; you put on Mardi Gras because of the people it brings here," Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser

You should take the time to visit a part of Louisiana you haven't seen yet

Should Mardi Gras riders have to pay a tax to roll?

Full Show 5/20/2026: To the politicians, "Can't we all just get along?"

Hour 3: And the clash between New Orleans City Hall and the Louisiana State Capitol rears it's ugly head again

Why are tensions boiling over between City Hall and the State Capitol?

Hour 2: New Orleans homicides fell 26% in the first quarter of 2026

New Orleans-based company Pet Krewe had an unconventional path to success

Hour 1: Do voters truly desire for their elected officials to be mean and nasty to their political opposition?

Full Show 5/19/2026: The days of leaving assets to your heirs may be coming to an end

Hour 3: The current generation seems to stray away from taking over the family business more than

Hour 2: In the South, the best restaurants aren't necessarily the fanciest restaurants

Hour 1: With salaries not keeping up with inflation, does that mean the end of inheritance?

Full Show 5/18/2026: If Letlow takes the Senate seat, she's guaranteed to vote contrary to the opinions of the constituents of the state of Louisiana

Hour 3: Capitalism isn't perfect, but it's still far better than all the alternatives

Hour 2: Does the failure of all constitutional amendments in the state election stem from a mistrust in the Landry administration?

Gen Z is changing the way Americans think about alcohol

Hour 1: Unfortunately for Louisiana, Letlow and Fleming aren't that far apart when it comes to spooning and cuddling Donald Trump

Rural communities across Louisiana depend heavily on EMS teams to get patients to hospitals promptly

Julie Letlow's blood oath to Donald Trump will come back to haunt us if she wins the runoff

Louisiana AG Liz Murril says New Orleans leadership brought the Orleans Clerk of Court drama on themselves

Hour 3: New Orleans city leaders thought there wouldn't be any consequences for their political theater

"They (New Orleans leadership) burned their house down, and they're calling me (AG Murrill) the arsonist"

Hour 2: Louisiana is leading the country in education reform

Louisiana currently leads the nation in academic recovery and growth, ranking first in reading and second in math growth

Hurricane season is fast approaching. Here's what you need to know about filing insurance claims

Hour 1: Newell goes over the 5 constitutional amendments on the ballot for the May 16 election

Voice of the Saints Mike Hoss describes the Black n' Gold's 26/27 schedule as "feast or famine"

BONUS: Bears, hackers, and autos, oh my! Summer safety tips for land and sea

Full Show 5/14/2026: New Orleans having a single Clerk of Court puts the city on par with the rest of Louisiana

Hour 3: The reasoning behind New Orleans having a single Clerk of Court isn't about race or politics

Hour 2: The author of the book "A Blessing, Not a Burden: My Parents’ Remarkable Holocaust Story and My Fight to Keep Their Legacy Alive," will speak at the WWII museum

May 22 marks the 20th anniversary of Gout Awareness Day

Son of one of the famous Mengele twins, subjected to horrendous medical experiments by the evil Nazi Dr. Joseph Mengele, will share their story at the WWII museum

Hour 1: The Orleans Parish Clerk of Court battle has devolved into "D" vs. "R" instead of following the letter of the law

Harbor Police will secure the river for Maritime Month and the SAIL 250 Kickoff in New Orleans

The big loser in the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court performative drama is all of us

Full Show 5/13/2026: Louisiana GOP lawmakers advanced a new congressional map that reduces the state's majority-Black districts from two to one

Hour 3: New Orleans & Company was named the CVB/Destination Partner of the Year at the 2026 HelmsBriscoe Annual Business Conference

Hour 2: Michoud is On Tap for Moon & Beyond

What does Constitutional Amendment 4 do, and why does Louisiana even have an inventory tax in the first place?

Hour 1: The Louisiana Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee voted along party lines to advance a Republican-backed congressional map

China wants a relationship with the U.S. to build economic stability; Trump needs to make them earn it

The battles over congressional districts are meaningless performative acts by politicians to get your ire

Full Show 5/12/2026: The separation of canonical law and criminal in Louisiana creates a space for gross injustice

Hour 3: Delgado Community College is changing and saving lives

LISTEN: Newell reacts to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stating that it is impossible to "earn" a billion dollars

Most vapes sold in the U.S. could be illegal, many coming from China and marketed to kids with candy-like flavors

Delgado Community College has a spot for you, even if you don't have your life together just yet

Hour 2: Entergy New Orleans shares their vision for the 510 economic corridor

Newell opines on the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court collapse

The most popular way to experience the local oyster culture is through the "Oyster Crawl" in the Mid-City neighborhood

New Orleans East is feeling the impact of Entergy's positive forward momentum

Hour 1: The Vatican has authorized an investigation into the Diocese of Baton Rouge for a mishandling of sexual misconduct allegations

A Fox 8 investigation found NOPD officers allegedly clocked in while at home

There needs to be an end to the separation of canonical law and criminal law in Louisiana

Full Show 5/11/2026: When it comes to educating our youth, educators should follow the science

Hour 3: Why Spirit Airlines Failed

Hour 2: New home sales seem to be the only housing market that's moving forward

More than 40 states have passed “science of reading” laws, but are they actually working in the classroom?

What’s really happening in the housing market?

Hour 1: The 18th Ward needs a better relationship with the city to provide consistent swim lessons to children this summer

18th Ward wants to rent pools to give swim lessons, but their founder says NORD told them to "stay in their lane"

St. Bernard Parish President Louis Pomes gives the latest updates on the refinery explosion that shook homes and sparked a major emergency response

Full Show 5/6/2026: LIVE from the National Travel & Tourism Week Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency

Hour 3: Why IPW 2027 will be a major opportunity for New Orleans tourism

Hour 2: What is the significance of IPW 2027 coming to New Orleans?

Hour 1: New Orleans Needs Cheerleaders to Cheer for Itself!

Digital marketing campaigns are underway to drive leisure visitors to New Orleans

The New Orleans & Company’s 2025 annual report shows the city continues to punch above it's weight

Full Show 5/7/2026: Newell on the Flood Authority, "This is not how a forward-leaning organization governs itself"

Hour 3: The U.S. isn't in alignment with its own messaging on Iran

It's difficult to keep up with the U.S.'s strategy in Iran as Trump keeps changing the conditions on the fly

Hour 2: A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has left three passengers dead and several others sick, according to the World Health Organization

The second Spirit Airlines bankruptcy highlights why mergers are always better than bankruptcies and bailouts

A deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has health officials on alert

Hour 1: The Flood Authority legislative hearings reveal a "comedy of errors" regarding the levee police chief's contract

City employee Joshua Diemert argues that Seattle's diversity training is discriminatory against whites

New Orleans levee police chief, Joshua Rondeno, had drafted his own contract without consultation from the agency's board

Full Show 5/6/2026: West Coast liberal-leaning politicians have lost sight of what they're charged to do

Hour 1: More left-wing lunacy on the west coast as Seattle and California are going out of their way to protect illegal refugees

Hour 2: Louisiana's first Nuclear Strategy and Supply Chain Summit positions the state to be a leader in nuclear energy

Hour 3: Leaders in St. Tammany Parish have approved putting a 0.3% sales tax on the November ballot

St. Tammany Parish will face a financial cliff by the end of 2026 if it can't find major revenue

School violence and domestic abuse impact children across all demographics

A pilot innovation hub will allow a space to test and validate solutions to Louisiana's real-world problems

The mayor of St. George, LA, Dustin Yates, says they're tired of subsidizing mediocrity.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has gone "cuckoo," stating that CCTV surveillance puts refugees at risk

Full Show 5/5/2026: Mayor Helena Moreno is quickly tying up loose ends for basic needs, allowing New Orleans to move forward with other endeavors

Hour 1: What does Newell think of the constitutional amendments on the ballot for Louisiana's May 16th election?

Hour 2: GiveNOLA Day is an opportunity to support nonprofits across the region that make a major impact

Hour 3: Everyone is starting to see Mayor Moreno's vision for New Orleans and getting with the program

The Orleans Parish School Board finally votes to settle 2019 lawsuit against city government

It’s GiveNOLA Day! Nonprofit organizations can make an impact in a way government simply cannot

The Greater New Orleans Innovation Internship Program gives local students opportunities they can't get anywhere else

Ozanam Inn is a Catholic-based organization tackling chronic homelessness WITHOUT funding from the Church

LISTEN: Here are the constitutional amendments on the ballot for the Louisiana election

Full Show 5/4/2026: Republicans shouldn't sacrifice their integrity for the sake of Donald Trump

Hour 1: Sen. Bill Cassidy showed credible leadership by not "going along to get along" with President Trump

Hour 2: State lawmakers are back at the drawing board to create a new congressional map for Louisiana. What can we expect?

Hour 3: The U.S. debt tops 100% of its GDP for the first time since WWII

What does the Supreme Court voiding Louisiana’s second majority-Black congressional district mean for voters and future elections?

Governor Nicholls Park is New Orleans' newest attraction that could be a game-changer for the city

St. Tammany Parish recognizes the need to educate their residents on how their civic processes work

Kudos to Senator Bill Cassidy for not selling his soul to Donald Trump

Newell: LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 3: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 2: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 1: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Full Show 4/30/2026: Hopefully New Orleanians understand why Mayor Moreno proposed her "Caesars Plan" for quick cash

Hour 3: Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson hit with 30 felony counts on her way out the door

Hour 2: Mayor Moreno's "Caesars Plan" is necessary to put quick money in the bank for emergencies

Joe Giarrusso says Moreno's move to stabilize the city’s finances by selling the city's future rent payments from Caesars Casino is genius

What does the Federal Reserve’s latest move mean for your money?

Hour 1: Craig Jacomine of Craig's Electrical & Generator Service announces the winner of the Generac Whole Home Generator

The Port of New Orleans is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Maritime Month

Eric Wilson of Harvey wins the big Generac Whole Home Generator giveaway presented by Craig's Electrical & Generator Service, valued at $20,000!

Full Show 4/29/2026: The Moreno Administration's proposed Caesars Casino deal is a strategic way to secure some much-needed quick cash

Hour 3: The Amtrak Mardi Gras train service has surpassed everyone's expectations

Amtrak's Mardi Gras train service is doing gangbusters!

Hour 2: Mayor Helena Moreno marked her first 100 days with a Gallier Hall report card heavy on basics

Thanks to LED's LA.IO division, Louisiana is no longer just watching the innovation economy from the sidelines

Hour 1: The Moreno Administration has to put big bucks in New Orleans' bank account ahead of hurricane season

Iran is adamant about holding on to their nuclear capabilities

The Moreno Administration has to get creative to get New Orleans' financial house in order

Full Show 4/28/2026: National teachers' unions have spent gobs of money on left-leaning political causes

Roy M. Carubba of the SLFPA-East responds to the Blair duQuesnay, Chair of Citizens for 1 Greater New Orleans, interview

Advanced simulation technology is giving medical students lifelike, hands-on experience before they ever treat a real patient

Hour 2: Today's housing market looks completely different from merely 5 years ago

Citizens for 1 Greater New Orleans are raising red flags about recent changes at SLFPA-East since the beginning of the Landry administration

Does anyone benefit from the fluctuating mortgage rates?

Hour 1: The education of our children should be an apolitical issue

Delgado Community College is preparing for its Summer Session

Teachers' unions are spending millions on causes that stand between students and their parents

Full Show 4/27/2026: Rage seems to be all the rage in America today

Hour 3: In the short term, AI is causing real job loss in the tech industry

Hour 2: The New Orleans Saints 2026 draft class will bring exciting football back to the Superdome

WWL Saints Sideline Reporter Jeff Nowak sizes up the New Orleans Saints 2026 Draft class

What to do if you find an injured or abandoned animal in your backyard?

Hour 1: What is it about this Administration that has galvanized multiple assassination attempts?

No-party voters are forced to exercise more strategy in Louisiana's current closed primary system

Who are we today that the leader of the greatest nation on Earth has had three attempts on his life?

Full Show 4/24/2026; Newell broadcasts LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 3: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 2: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Hour 1: Newell is LIVE from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival!

Full Show 4/23/2026: The Normal Normand Show

Hour 3: Drones and facial recognition technology are extremely useful force multipliers for law enforcement

Hour 2: House Bill 804 is designed to protect Louisiana companies from "anti-climate change" lawsuits

What's House Bill 804 and why is it dubbed an “anti-climate lawsuit” bill?

A father and son are suing New York after the state’s fracking ban wiped out the value of their mineral rights

Hour 1: The Moreno Administration should be applauded for taking care of the low-hanging financial fruit

A new shareholder proposal could force Levi Strauss to take a hard look at the return on investment behind its sustainability efforts

Full Show 4/22/2026: If you don't want to work for the system, don't run for judge

Silence Broken is a New Orleans-based nonprofit that supports adult survivors of child sexual abuse nationwide

Big changes could be coming to New Orleans courts, but are they moving too fast?

Hour 2: NASA’s Artemis III - Built Here, Bound Beyond

The "Streets to Success Act" offers homeless individuals helpful services rather than jailing them

Hour 1: The antics of some Orleans Parish court judges are disrespectful to the entire justice system

Senate Bill 490 would increase Louisiana residential electric bills hurting seniors and families on fixed incomes

Orleans Parish court judges think they're the second coming of Jesus Christ

More than $10 million in short-term rental revenue is unaccounted for at City Hall

Tensions are rising again around the Strait of Hormuz

Urban Systems internship programs hopes to inspire youth to make New Orleans stronger

Hour 1: New Orleans has to be strategic in deciding which economic development projects to prioritize

No matter what the predictions say, the New Orleans Saints have no control of what happens with the first 7 draft picks

New Orleans doesn't have the luxury to invest in every well-meaning economic development project

Hour 3: A tale of two cities: New York turns left, San Francisco turns right

Hour 2: Which constitutional amendments going through the legislature will have major consequences for Louisiana voters?

Hour 1: Is the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority's Superintendent of Police worth the money?

What's new at this year's Zurich Classic Tournament?

Newell talks about the New Orleans flood agency approving more raises for their police chief

Hour 2: Hurricane season is right around the corner; what should you expect when it comes to insurance coverage?

Jeff Parish Cynthia Lee Sheng discusses how a property tax increase in the East Bank fire district may be need to raise firefighter pay

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple talks about insurance coverage and hurricane preparedness

Hour 1: We should've saw the signs that former Mayor Cantrell thought the rules didn't apply to her

Councilman JP Morrell talks about the "Drone as First Responder" (DFR) program in the French Quarter

Full Show 4/16/2026: Despite NOPD shortages, Chief Kirkpatrick is ready for New Orleans's festival season

Hour 3: A Louisiana Legislative Auditor Report of the OPSO operations outlines the many dysfunctions of the department

Hour 2: The LIT will add thousands of jobs and a major boost for St. Bernard Parish

A fiscal analysis projects that LIT will generate more than $33 million in new annual tax revenues for St. Bernard Parish

Hour 1: Chief Kirkpatrick says New Orleans is turning around and it begins with public safety

Is Louisiana getting a return on investment from events since LED has taken over the responsibility?

Short staffing and recruitment remain the #1 issue plaguing the NOPD

The key to quelling out-migration and enticing in-migration to New Orleans is efficiency in basic city services

The Abita Brewing Company and the French Quarter Fest go together like crawfish and Abita Strawberry

The "Songbird of New Orleans," Robin Barnes's vocals will take flight at French Quarter Fest

The French Quarter Festival is BIGGER than ever in 2026!

Hour 2: Amazon is set to acquire Louisiana-based satellite firm Globalstar

What is Walmart’s Road to Open Call, and how does it help small businesses grow?

Hour 1: The stability of providing basic city services is key to offsetting out-migration

Could a "Super El Niño" form just in time for the peak of hurricane season?

Married families prefer out-migrating from blue states to red states in search for more stability

Full Show 4/14/2026: The U.S. has implemented a naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz

Is there a better way to protect New Orleans from flooding besides relying on the Bonnet Carré Spillway?

What does the National Association of Realtors' March Existing Homes Sales report say about the health of the housing market?

Hour 2: President Trump warned that any Iranian vessels approaching U.S. warships will be "immediately eliminated"

UNO is cutting and restructuring some low-enrollment degree programs as it prepares to rejoin the LSU System in 2026

What are the most likely outcomes of the U.S./Iran conflict?

Hour 1: Mayor Helena Moreno is taking action to rid New Orleans of its stubborn eyesores

Mayor Helena Moreno finalized a major deal to demolish the Lindy Boggs Medical Center

Full Show 4/13/2026: How much of a military commitment should the U.S. invest in Iran?

Hour 3: What are 'Trump accounts,' how do they work, and who's eligible?

Hour 2: The New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board opposes legislation that would give the City Council more authority over the agency

The New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board is fighting to hold on to the status quo

What can realistically be done about the orphan wells in Louisiana?

Hour 1: How can the U.S. negotiate with Iran, where lying is an art form?

How can the U.S. use diplomacy when dealing with verified, documented liars in Iran?

Newell Full Show: 4/10/26

Newell Hour Three: City Council Takes On The Sewage and Water Board

Council scrutiny over the S&WB, Driven by Chronic Main Breaks, Billing Mismanagement, and a 10% Approval Rating

Newell Hour Two: Strawberry Festival Kicks Off On Friday

Strawberry Festival Starts Up This Weekend

Legal Challenges to the 1978 Presidential Records Act

Newell Hour One: How Is The Louisiana Senate Race Shaping Up?

Ten Thousand Commandments—Regulations still cost the US over $2 trillion annually

Hour 3: NOPD & LSP Collaborate on April 1st Triple Shooting Investigation

Hour 2: The 2-week "ceasefire" between the U.S. and Iran is fragile to say the least

California Baptist University cuts male sports teams to hit a gender quota

Hour 1: How much of an environmental risk does the record number of abandon oil and gas in Louisiana wells pose?

Louisiana's abandoned oil and gas wells have reached a record high

Elected officials have signed NDAs preventing them from speaking publicly about major economic development deals

Full Show 4/8/2026: President Trump extends his ultimatum for Iran for 2 weeks

Hour 3: No President has succeeded in dealing with the threat of Iran with diplomacy

Does the U.S. truly have the capacity to supply oil to our allies?

Hour 2: New Orleans played a central role in NASA’s historic Artemis II mission

Entergy announced that new data center agreements are expected to deliver about $5 billion in savings over 20 years

Hour 1: Who can fault President Trump for at least attempting to explore a diplomatic resolution with Iran?

There's no data to justify Trump's proposed 40% boost to the defense budget

Regardless of Trump's rhetoric, we must support the United State of America

Newell Full Show 4/7/2026: Trump's deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz is approaching; is there any benefit for the U.S. if Iran doesn't cooperate?

Newell Hour 3: Mayor Helena Moreno sits in-studio with Newell for an unfiltered discussion about the state of New Orleans

Crimestoppers excels with legislative, corporate, and community support

The youth from the GNO Innovation Internship Program are upbeat, proactive learners

Newell Hour 1: What economic energy benefit does the U.S. gain from the conflict with Iran?

Mayor Moreno will get roasted at Delgado Community College for a good cause

For President Trump to say the Strait of Hormuz isn't important to the U.S. is obviously misleading to the U.S.

Newell Full Show 4/6/2026: A vast number of the Isreali people are ready to get rid of Netanyahu

Newell Hour 3: What consumers say they want and what they actually want are two completely different things

Newell Hour 2: The conflict with Iran has taken the focus off of Gaza

Newell Hour 1: Does Marco Rubio have the authority to renounce the green cards of the family of terrorists?

The war with Iran isn't winning Benjamin Netanyahu any favor with the Israeli people

Tax season can bring unexpected costs for people with Affordable Care Act

Newell asks, "Why would we allow the family of terrorists to call the United States home?"

Full Show 4/3/2026: No Representative should have to fear retaliation from the President for not blindly towing the line

Hour 3: The French Quarter is Keeping Louisiana Beautiful by looking at the "Glass Half Full"

The French Quarter has launched a new glass recycling program for hospitality businesses through a partnership with Keep Louisiana Beautiful & Glass Half Full

House Bill 725 would require restaurants to retain records of seafood purchases for at least 6 months

Hour 2: How involved will President Trump be with the Republican Party after his term is over?

Juveniles on ankle monitors are committing violent crimes, and the judges don't seem to care

Newell to the Republican Party -"I'm not going to hop on the idiot train with you"

Hour 1: Congress failed to fund DHS before the Easter weekend; what happens now?

The reluctance of representatives to vote against President Trump for fear of retaliation is unhealthy

Full Show 4/2/2026: It seems as the Trump Administration has overstated where we really are with Iran

Hour 3: Taxpayers demand a public hearing to opine on the New Orleans Levee Authority's planned budget increase

Should the New Orleans Levee Authority receive another police budget increase in 2026?

Hour 2: What lies ahead for the U.S. after Trump's press conference addressing the Iran conflict?

President Trump's Iran press conference has failed to move the needle either way

The seafood industry is still facing a lingering impact from the Terrebonne Parish oil spill, although officials say products are safe to eat

Hour 1: President Trump didn't offer up anything new during his Iran conflict press conference

The Port NOLA Show: Women Will Steer the Future of the Maritime Industry

Louisiana Republicans need to think long and hard if Trump-endorsed midterm candidates are good for the state

Full Show 4/1/2026: Israel and the Jewish people need the support of the US more than ever

Hour 3: The Hondo Rodeo Fest debuts in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome from April 10 to 12

Angola trustees will compete for a purse benefiting the victim's fund of Louisiana at the debut Hondo Rodeo in New Orleans

Here are the top 3 reasons to plan a trip to New Orleans NOW!

Hour 2: The French Quarter Management District approved $250,000 to fund a new NOPD drone!

If you want to go into orbit, you have to go through New Orleans

Hour 1: Should the Gulf region have to worry about an increased frequency of tremors and earthquakes going forward?

What’s the significance of the Gulf earthquakes and should we worry?

Do pro-Hamas/anti-Isreal Americans understand they're supporting a regime that would kill them?

Full Show 3/31/2026: The Fiscal Year 2025 Finals Report of the United States Government is bleak and doesn't inspire hope

Hour 3: The U.S. is NOT on a sustainable fiscal path; how can we turn it around?

Is the federal government running out of fiscal lifelines to sustain the very entitlement programs millions of Americans depend on?

Hour 2: Removing illegals is the reparations the families of Laken Riley and Sharidan Gorman deserve

Lafourche Parish becomes the 40th municipality in Louisiana to adopt a comprehensive indoor smoke-free ordinance

The response to the killing of Sheridan Gorman by local Chicago officials was appalling

Hour 1: Taxing the wealthy more to increase benefits for lower earners isn't the sound strategy Bernie Sanders would have you believe it is

The 2nd Annual New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix returning to Lake Pontchartrain

What's the incentive to earn more money if you're going to get taxed more?

Full Show 3/20/2026: New Orleans should just focus on "walking," because it can't "chew gum" at the same time

Hour 3: LSU believes in Will Wade, and Will Wade believes in LSU

Hour 2: What happens when your best remote worker is a North Korean government plant?

Hour 1: Democrats threw the immigration "Hail Mary" and lost; now they're blaming Trump for air travel disruptions

When are we going to recognize the mess that we voted ourselves into?

Just because most immigrants are good people doesn't mean they're entitled to break the rules to enter the country

Full Show 3/27/2026: LIVE at the 69th Annual Home & Garden Show in the Caesars Superdome

Hour 3: LIVE at the 69th Annual Home & Garden Show in the Caesars Superdome

The Bunny Bash at Lafreniere Park will have accommodations for special needs kids to enjoy the Easter egg hunts

Combining the Boat Show with the Annual Home & Garden Show is smart business

Hour 2: LIVE at the 69th Annual Home & Garden Show in the Caesars Superdome

What's new and trending for homeowners at the 69th Annual Home & Garden Show?

Associated Wholesale Grocers announces a $110 million reinvestment in Pearl River

Hour 1: LIVE at the 69th Annual Home & Garden Show in the Caesars Superdome

No state gives tourists more bang for their buck than Louisiana

Craig's Electrical & Generator Service Sells Peace of Mind

Full Show 3/26/2026: Democrats want you to believe that having ICE agents at airports puts you in danger

Hour 3: What does the verdict of "Operation Sideswipe" mean for Louisiana?

Hour 2: Are “Sue & Settle” deals killing Louisiana’s energy industry?

Is Louisiana equipped to move forward in the nuclear energy sector?

Gov. Landry's lawsuit settlement with ConocoPhillips is full of unknowns

Hour 1: Democrats want to make the situation at airports worse to embarrass the Trump Administration

NOPD watchdog Dr. Gallagher says DA Williams is reluctant to prosecute NOPD officers

Democrats are going over and beyond to make the public fear ICE presence at airports

Full Show 3/25/2026: Democrats completely OWN the partial shutdown halting payments for TSA agents

Hour 3: Louisiana Legislative Auditor says New Orleans needs $200 million just to cashflow things without having to borrow money

Louisiana Legislative Auditor Michael Waguespack can't wait to get his hands on the NOPD overtime situation

Hour 2: A new GNO Inc. study reveals the LIT project will deliver transformational economic benefits to St. Bernard Parish

FUEL secured funding to future-proof the most important industry in Louisiana

Hour 1: Prioritizing American citizens over illegal immigrants shouldn't be a difficult ask for any politician

If City Council is going to take the blame for S&WB, they might as well take control of S&WB

Full Show 3/24/2026: Delta Airlines will end perks for congressmen until the Department of Homeland Security is funded

Hour 3: New Orleans has to show that we're competitive on a national and global scale

To host another Super Bowl, the NFL says New Orleans needs to upgrade its hotel stock

Hour 2: We're in the middle of a high-stakes, masterclass chess game when it comes to oil and gas

The Iranian conflict has revealed that the meaning of "energy independence" isn't what most Americans believe it is

The GNO Inc. Internship Program is doing wonders for Gallo Mechanical

Hour 1: Everything about the partial government shutdown all falls on the Democrats

What’s being done to eliminate the chaos at Louis Armstrong International Airport?

Delta Airlines is removing perks so congressmen can feel the same pains that "normies" are

Newell Full Show (March 23rd): Iran's missile attack range potential has moved from the theoretical to the actual

Hour 3: The political gaming over DHS funding proves there's "no adults in the room" in Washington D.C.

More people are recognizing that Trump is a lame duck president

The state denied a Louisiana social worker permission to open an in-home respite care service for children with special needs

Hour 2: ICE agents are being sent to airports to help alleviate a problems the Democrats caused

Democrats are stoking fear over ICE agents being utilized at airports

Pending home sales grew more than anticipated in February, but the conflict in Iran may negatively affect the trend

Hour 1: We can't "policy" our way out of increased oil prices while bombing Iran

President Trump wants to wind down the Iran war but says other nations must help in guarding the Strait of Hormuz

Sen. Talbot aims to put IBHS Fortified Roof-level building code into statute

Full Show 3/20/2026: Mayor Moreno's commitment to transparency of the state of city finances is refreshing

President Donald Trump's administration ​ announced a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act shipping law

The must-attend 2nd Annual New Orleans Bluegrass Festival will benefit Special Olympics Louisiana

What are the ramifications of Trump waiving the Jones Act for 60 days?

Hour 2: "Sinners" may be the catalyst for more movies being filmed in New Orleans and Louisiana

The movie "Sinners" may be a godsend for Louisiana's film industry

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple aims to lower costs and stabilize the market this legislative session

Hour 1: The Moreno Administration displays a level of transparency the previous administration lacked

New research reveals that marijuana DOES NOT relieve symptoms of a range of mental health conditions

The Moreno Administration was refreshingly transparent about the city's financial woes before the City Council Budget Committee

Full Show 3/19/2026: What changed from 2020 to 2026 for Joe Kent to flip on Iran's threat potential?

Hour 1: How much disruption does Iran have to cause before U.S. Intelligence agrees that they're a threat?

Hour 2: The S&WB's action plan is a big-money, multi-decade endeavor, but it must be done!

Hour 3: D.A. Jason Williams now supports the use of facial recognition technology after spearheading the surveillance technology ordinance in 2020

New Orleans defense attorney Tanzanika Ruffin was indicted on a $250,00 wire fraud charge

The executive director of the S&WB says we have to look to the state and the federal government to help fund their 6-step action plan

LISTEN: "City Park 2050" is a plan to evolve the park while preserving what we love about it

Want to Keep Louisiana Beautiful? Here's how to register for "Love the Boot Week"

Why can't US Intelligence come to a consensus on considering Iran a threat?

Full Show 3/18/2026: TSA agents are being used as pawns to score political points ahead of the midterms

Hour 3: New Orleans Shows a Strong Start in Tourism This Spring

Hour 2: New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board's Crackdown on Cracked Pipes

The DDD's Q4 2025 market snapshot paints an optimistic picture of downtown New Orleans

Newell: Blind devotion to President Trump may not be in the best interest of New Orleans or the entire state of Louisiana

The Savannah Bananas was one of many awesome sports events coming to NOLA this year

Why would we trust any politician that has taken a "blood oath" to President Trump?

Democrats are destroying the lives of 100,000 people just to make a political statement

Full Show 3/17/2026: The S&WBNO's Water Distribution System Immediate Action Plan has to survive multiple administrations

Hour 3: How has the United States' shipbuilding industry gotten so bad?

The shipbuilding industry in the U.S. is in extremely horrible shape

Hour 2: Anti-Semitic behavior inside the border of the United States has been on the rise since the Iran War

Who will be "honored" (roasted) at Delgado's 24th Annual Roast of the Town?

Why does it seem that the US is ignoring anti-Semitic behavior inside its borders?

Hour 1: The financing for the S&WBNO's Water Distribution System Immediate Action Plan is tenuous at best

The funding to execute the S&WB's Water Distribution System Immediate Action Plan doesn't exist in New Orleans

How much money should we throw at the S&WBNO's Water Distribution System Immediate Action Plan?

Full Show 3/16/2026: The midterms will get ugly for Democrats if the DHS funding bill isn't resolved by Easter

Hour 3: The Iran War is having an uneven economic effect globally

Hour 2: Airline CEOs are demanding that Congress fund the Department of Homeland Security

State Rep. Bayham Jr. authored bills aimed at strengthening laws against child exploitation

Is it finally time to put the Jones Act of 1920 to rest?

Hour 1: When will Democrats realize they're ruining the economy by delaying DHS funding?

Putting tolls on the Belle Chasse bridge will destroy Plaquemines Parish's economy

Democrats are losing their leverage when it comes to their messaging of delaying DHS funding

Newell Full Show 3-13-26

Newell Hour Three: Water Main Breaks Continue to Plague The New Orleans Streets

St. Patrick's Day Road parade on old Metairie Road

A major water main under Audubon & Willow burst this afternoon, flooding parts of Uptown

Jefferson Parish is trying to buy the abandoned Esplanade Mall property

Iran has laid mines and attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane for global oil.

The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants are heading out on a 12-day community relations tour to Louisiana.

Newell Hour One: Are Congressman Worried About Midterms or Current Affairs?

Will getting rid of state inspection stickers actually lower insurance rates?

Full Show 3/12/2026: Lawmakers aren't settling for a "status quo" in Louisiana this legislative session

Hour 3: Should the governor have the power to recommend the suspension or removal of district attorneys and judges?

Hour 2: Senator McMath is prioritizing public health, food policy, and safety regulations in the 2026 Louisiana legislative session

Senator McMath wants Louisiana to be a leader in public health initiatives

Will the "Railway Safety Act" make trains safer or impose more red tape?

Hour 1: NOPD will begin arresting people sleeping on sidewalks and entryways

The fortunate location of Port NOLA strengthens supply chain resiliency

New Orleans needs to pretty itself to attract new wallets

Full Show 3/11/2026: We need the Bayou Phoenix Project to success

Hour 3: If Troy Henry and the Bayou Phoenix project succeed, New Orleans East succeeds

"I hope Troy Henry makes boat loads of money" - Newell on the Bayou Phoenix project

Workforce development is a key priority for the 2026 Louisiana legislative session

Hour 2: GNO Inc. has been championing an all-of-the-above energy approach

What can we expect from this "Wednesdays at the Square" season?

GNO Inc.’s 2026 state policy priorities focus on strengthening Louisiana’s competitiveness and economic growth

Hour 1: Modern politics is more about retaliation and retribution than it is about supporting the people

What is the timeline for the development of the Bayou Phoenix project?

The latest Edison Research "Share of Ear" study shows that in-car listening has reached a new decade-high

Full Show 3/10/2026: Mayor Moreno no longer wants excuses; she demands solutions.

Hour 3: Mayor Moreno wants to hear more that just "It's too expensive" when it comes to repairing and replacing New Orleans' water pipe system

Hour 2: Universal Data Incorporated's Greater New Orleans Innovation Internship Program

Solutions Summit 2026 brings leaders, experts, and problem-solvers together to work on what comes next

Universal Data Incorporated teaches their interns lifelong skills that are useful across a variety of professions

Hour 1: New Orleans can't afford to have the delays at the airport due to an unpaid TSA

What exactly are the United States' short- and long-term objectives in Iran?

Congress is currently acting as a disruptive force interfering with the success of New Orleans

Full Show 3/9/2026: The Democrats' blocking of the DHS funding bill is affecting New Orleans' tourism industry

Hour 1: People are suffering while Democrats are engaging in an exercise in futility

Hour 2: Governor Landry won't be so "hand-ons" this legislative session

Hour 3: If the U.S. is energy independent, why are we still beholden to the effects of the global market?

A new survey finds that the stress of buying a home goes far beyond the price tag

What are the top goals of Louisiana lawmakers in this year's legislative session?

How will New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2026 will be different from previous NOEWs?

The government shutdown couldn't have come at a worse time for New Orleans

Full Show 3/6/2026: Energy Policy Researcher believes oil prices affected by the Iranian war will self-correct in the coming weeks

Hour 1: Who decides who the city's "culture bearers" are and which privileges they get to enjoy?

Hour 2: Working together is the only way the parishes in the region will succeed

Hour 3: How has the U.S. war with Iran affected oil prices?

Congressman Scalise wants the SAVE America Act on the President's desk

Energy production will be better with the Iranian ayatollah out of the way

Entergy New Orleans is hosting a series of Super Tax events this month, offering free tax filing and assistance to residents

Collaboration and cooperation with surrounding parishes bodes well for St. Tammany

unCommon Construction is "Building Houses, Framing Character" by empowering the youth with vital "soft skills"

The all-encompassing label of "culture bearer" often leads to discriminatory practices

Full Show 3/5/2026 We can have skepticism of the president's leadership yet still support the entity of the United States

Hour 1: Chief Anne Kirkpatrick is under no illusions about the state of the NOPD

Hour 2: Split polling over Operation Epic Fury only serves to embolden those who hate us

Hour 3: Does the NOPD really need 1,200 officers?

Democrats are not being a fair and honest in their assessment of Operation Epic Fury

The city has met the needs of the NOPD, and Chief Kirkpatrick has the strategy to maximize efficiency

Full Show 3/4/2026: Minnesota Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison testify before the House Oversight Committee

Hour 3: Venice Biennale Arte 2026 is the Olympics of the art world

Hour 2: New Orleans is Renewed, Refocused, and Ready

Startup NOLA and Startup Noir NOLA work to support entrepreneurship and innovation

Hour 1: The fraud in Minnesota was apparent but nothing was done about it

“STEAM Day” is a launchpad for lifelong learning, discovery, and opportunity at Delgado Community College

The state's fear of litigation allowed fraud in Minnesota to run amok

Full Show 3/3/2026: Times of war and conflict should present an urgency on border security

Hour 1: Everyone should get behind Operation Epic Fury regardless of party affiliation

Hour 2: Will JP firefighters be willing to come to the table to sit with parish council representatives over pay raises?

Hour 3: Is there money in Jefferson Parish's budget to raise firefighters' pay that won't press taxpayers?

The Union Trustee for the Jefferson Firefighters Association states his case for Jefferson Parish firefighters pay raises

The threat of sleeper cells within the U.S. borders is very real

Will a proposed bill suck the fun out of riding on Mardi Gras floats?

Is there a way to appease the JP firefighters without burdening the taxpayers?

The remedy for illegal immigration is deportation, not incarceration

Full Show 3/2/2026: The escalating conflict with Iran causes concerns of possible sleeper cells stateside

Hour 1: Would getting congressional approval to attack Iran have ruined the effectiveness of the operation?

Hour 2: The city's finances continue to be a "dire situation"

Hour 3: What are the economic implications of the U.S. and Israel's attack on Iran?

The U.S.-Israeli/Iranian conflict has escalated vertically and horizontally

What are the city's plans to navigate these turbulent budget waters?

What does the January Producer Price Index reveal about the state of the economy?

It's times like these when it's really important to know who's exactly in our country

Full Show 2/27/2026: “Renewed, Refocused and Ready!” Coverage of the GNO Inc. Annual Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (Full Show)

Hour 1: Coverage of the GNO Inc. Annual Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (10AM Hour)

Hour 2: Coverage of the GNO Inc. Annual Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (11AM Hour)

Hour 3: Coverage of the GNO Inc. Annual Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (12PM Hour)

"The way things were is no more; this is a new day, and we're ALL IN!" Mayor Moreno

The drop in crime in New Orleans has led to an increase in civic pride

A successful New Orleans can contribute to the success of the entire state

"Regional progress depends on partnership, persistence, and thinking beyond parish lines"

The River Region Aims to Provide Opportunities "From Cradle to Career"

Full Show 2/26/2026: The City's Lack of Debt Collection Is a Living Example of the Culture of Noncompliance

Hour 1: The lack of tax enforcement has left New Orleans in significant fiscal strains

Hour 2: An $84.5M New Orleans airport road project is expected to cut shuttle time in half

Hour 3: Regardless of what the Louisiana Legislative Auditor says, the NOPD needs a LOT more than just 900 officers

The Terrebonne Houma Navigation Canal Bird Island's restoration has been completed

The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport wins the top customer experience award for the 5th straight year

New Orleans becomes the first city in the country to launch America’s 250th anniversary celebrations

Debt collection is not a pretty thing, but it's absolutely necessary for the city

Full Show 2/25/2026: The Day After President Trump's 2026 State of the Union Address

Hour 3: What's good for Trump may not be what's good for the Republican Party

What sets Trump's State of the Union apart from others is he made no attempts to unify with the opposing party

North Louisiana could soon be home to three massive Amazon AI data centers

Hour 2: Downtown New Orleans sees a major Mardi Gras 2026 surge

Tulane hits a major milestone in the ongoing redevelopment of its downtown campus

Hour 1: Is it possible that other entities have skipped payments to the Sewage & Water Board in the same fashion as Guste Homes?

Did Trump's description of the economy during the SOTU reflect how Americans feel?

HANO calls for a forensic audit to investigate Guste Homes after accumulating a $1.5 million outstanding water bill

Full Show 2/24/2026: The Sewerage & Water Board should be ashamed for not collecting payment from Guste Homes for so long

Hour 1: The Ukrainians believe the U.S. isn't doing enough to assist in their conflict against Russia

Hour 2: Most people know of the Army National Guard, but what about the Air National Guard?

Hour 3: How will President Trump address the multiple global conflicts during the State of the Union?

The Mexican military takes out a cartel drug lord with assistance from American intelligence

How the boil water advisory impacted citizens, schools, and businesses

The Air National Guard offers alternative opportunities for a career path

Lo Williams-Thomas of Zentisrty Labs is recognized as the first Black female-owned cosmetic research lab and manufacturer in Louisiana

Ukraine and Russia have entered their 5th year of conflict; how are the Ukrainians holding up?

The Guste Homes hasn't been paying their water bill for months and owes the Sewerage & Water Board $1.5M

Full Show 2/23/2026: The City of New Orleans has a Problem with Prioritization

Hour 3: St. Bernard Parish, an unlikely spot for advanced robotics research

Hour 2: The Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs; what happens now?

Foreclosures are soaring across America, but what’s the story in Greater New Orleans?

What are the implications of the Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's global tariffs?

Hour 1: Infrastructure and basic services should take priority over everything with no exception

Should the Louisiana Legislative Auditor continue to stay involved in the Moreno Administration's budgeting process?

Full Show 2/20/2026: Newell LIVE from Boil and Barrel in Lakeview

Hour 3: Newell LIVE from Boil and Barrel in Lakeview (12PM Hour)

Chef David McCelvey shares Boil & Barrel's Lenten menu

New Orleans's crime rate is decreasing, but what’s the story on crime in Lakeview?

Hour 2: Newell LIVE from Boil and Barrel in Lakeview (11AM Hour)

How concerned should we be about the recent Iranian threats?

What is the city doing to tackle Lakeview's biggest challenges?

Hour 1: Newell LIVE from Boil and Barrel in Lakeview (10AM Hour)

Establishing a Fortified Roof Discount Benchmark

Could approving federal dollars to assist in the Potomac spill open Pandora's Box?

Boil & Barrel offers bourbon you can't get your hands on anywhere else

Full Show 2/19/2026: The only purpose of the SAVE Act is to beat back fraud

Hour 1: What does Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer fear about the SAVE Act?

Hour 2: Kidney health and heart health are directly linked to one another

Hour 3: Mardi Gras going off without any major incidents was not a coincidence

The Catholic Church is choosing a political ideology over true religious morality

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is requesting public comments on the Grand Isle Beach Project

If you love your kidneys you can save your heart!

National politics is harming international tourism to the U.S.

Can anyone explain what the exact controversy is over the SAVE Act?

Full Show 2/18/2026: Mardi Gras 2026 is in the books; now it's back to reality

Hour 1: Mardi Gras was awesome overall, but may more coordination was needed

Hour 2: Mardi Gras weekend drew strong crowds of visitors, with parade routes packed and hotels near capacity

Hour 3: What does New Orleans & Company have in store that

The Louisiana Future Energy Center is coming to "The Beach" at UNO

The Miracle League of Greater New Orleans All-Stars Game will make the players feel like superstars.

Full Show 2/16/2026: What IS Mardi Gras?

Hour 3: We Can't Imagine a New Orleans Without Mardi Gras!

You can catch one of Zulu's 30,000 coconuts this year

Hour 2: Mardi Gras is more about family than revelry

Krewe of Orpheus: Theater on Wheels

The Krewe of Bogue Falaya: Carnival in Covington

Hour 1: How do you define "Mardi Gras"?

Preparing for the Arrival of Rex!

Full Show 2/13/2026: Should the City Sell Parade Route Space during Mardi Gras?

The Spirituality of Mardi Gras

Hour 2: Everything you need to know about the "Deep Gras" season

Hour 1: Should the City allow Mardi Gras revelers to claim space along parade routes?