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BONUS: Home heating costs to go up $1030 this winter

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Hour 3: New Orleans is officially kicking off a massive fall season, here's what you need to know

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Hour 2: National site selectors say Louisiana's run of megaprojects is changing how corporate scouts view the state

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Education data that shows New Orleans public schools have made major gains since 2005

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Hour 1: Orleans Parish Sheriff Michelle Woodfork lays out her strategic roadmap to overhaul the department

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Louisiana’s supply chain powerhouse takes center stage ahead of the major AAPA Annual Convention taking place in New Orleans

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The Orleans Justice Center is set to embark on their Phase 3 department overhaul expansion

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Full Show 9/15/2026: Could AI turn on humans and take over the world?

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Hour 3: "Operation Summer Heat 2.0" (and others like it) are the initiatives needed that may keep the crime trends low

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What is the future of the lakefront in Bucktown and West End?

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The FBI’s New Orleans Field Office just released the official breakdown of "Operation Summer Heat 2.0"

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Hour 2: The potential of AI is too enormous to allow our political bias to sway the conversation of its uses

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Tulane is using high-fidelity simulation labs to prepare nursing students to address critical shortages

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Hour 1: AI companies warn that failing to apply safety guardrails to AI could lead to a loss of human control

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Full Show 9/14/2026: Did time-shifted media steaming kill the quality of broadcast television?

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Hour 3: The new legal battlefield taking shape between Washington and Beijing over tech, tariffs and trade regulation

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Hour 2: The New Orleans Saints showed they had the grit to win the division, they just have to start fast

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What were the biggest turning points of the New Orleans Saints' battle against Detroit?

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What did LSU's performance against LA Tech indicate about the Tigers' upcoming matchup with Ole Miss?

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Is the screen that once united us fading into a future of personalized isolation?

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Is the evolution of television bringing us together or pulling us apart?

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Full Show 9/11/2026: Remembering the attack on September 11, 2001, 25 years later

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The New Orleans Saints are gearing up for their first preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions

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LSU fans have to adjust to the fast-paced offense Lane Kiffin has cultivated

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Hour 2: The WWL Callers Remember 9/11 25 Years Later

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Hour 1: TERRORISM THEN AND NOW: The intelligence failures that taught us painful lessons

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A NEW ORLEANS FIREFIGHTER’S 9/11 STORY: When America was attacked, four New Orleans firefighters headed straight for Ground Zero

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How has terrorism evolved over the decades?

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Full Show 9/10/2026: Newell broadcasts LIVE from East Jefferson YMCA in Metairie for “Healthy Aging Day”

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Hour 3: Staying active is about so much more than exercise

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Hour 2: How staying socially connected and physically active can keep life fun

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Hour 1: Simple steps older adults can take now to improve their quality of life

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Full Show 9/9/2026: 60% of the illegal immigrants deported by ICE since Trump took office had criminal records

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Hour 3: How the "Built to Host" brand is keeping New Orleans at the top of the global event stage

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Hour 2: Welcome to Bensonville! Gayle Benson has acquired 909 Poydras Street

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NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility celebrates its 65th anniversary

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Hour 1: The enforcement on the nation's immigration laws shouldn't sway based on who's sitting in the White House

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Are high school grades becoming meaningless in the age of AI and endless screen time?

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"Trump Bad" isn't an excuse to ignore the nation's immigration laws

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Full Show 9/8/2026: Can New Orleans do more to promote the cultural powerhouse that is Mardi Gras?

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Hour 3: Newell remembers Nike Detillier

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Newell shares his thoughts on the passing of Mike Detillier

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Is the post-pandemic "no-hire, no-fire" economy officially coming to an end?

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Hour 2: The Black & Gold head to Detroit for a Week 1 showdown against the Lions

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What will it take for the New Orleans Saints to start the season with a statement on the road?

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Clover has received a $50,000 grant from Shell to expand opportunities for young people in Greater New Orleans

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Hour 1: New Orleans should start looking at Mardi Gras as a business enterprise

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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill takes on the NCAA over rules she says are unfair and unpredictable for college athletes

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New Orleans should get behind Mardi Gras as it would Essence Fest or Super Bowl

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Full Show 9/4/2026: The SEC's lawsuit against LSU is all about holding and maintaining power

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Hour 3: Two college football powerhouses collide in the REAL Death Valley in Baton Rouge

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The New Orleans Saints' initial 53-man roster is set; who made the cut, were there any big surprises, and what moves may still be coming?

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LSU's season-opening football game against Clemson will be bedlam of the best kind

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Hour 2: An examination of kratom's opioid-like effects, risk of dependence, and the growing danger posed by powerful concentrated extracts

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Kratom products continue to flood smoke shop counters and gas stations, but is it safe?

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Hour 1: SEC filed a lawsuit against LSU over a push to roster former NFL players

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A man and his 75-year-old mother were arrested by the JPSO in a massive counterfeit steroid drug lab raid

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A major legal war has erupted between the SEC and LSU over the eligibility of former NFL players returning to college football

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Full Show 9/3/2026: What can the NOPD do to ensure this historic drop in crime isn't just a temporary dip but lasting progress for our city?

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Hour 3: The shocking twists in the "Operation Sideswipe" staged-accident probe

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Hour 2: The New Orleans Police Department released a new dashboard with maps and details of its drone usage

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Innovation Industry Day was an opportunity for local companies to engage with Navy reps on how the military and private sector can bring innovation into Navy operations

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Hour 1: Cutting-edge "Drone as First Responder" tech is set to boost officer safety and slash response times

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How Port NOLA and Ports America work together to keep some of the region’s biggest and most complex shipments moving

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Major law enforcement partnerships, like Operation Golden Eagle, help drive violent crime down across New Orleans

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Full Show 9/2/2026: LIVE from Primary Care Plus in Algiers, a long-term partner for long-term health

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Hour 3: Primary Care Plus "Open House": Why consistent primary care can help you stay ahead of health problems instead of simply reacting to them

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Hour 2: Primary Care Plus "Open House": What should you be doing today to stay healthier tomorrow?

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Hour 1: Primary Care Plus "Open House": What can you do to get healthy and stay that way?

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Full Show 9/1/2026: The release of the Epstein Files (or the lack thereof) will continue to haunt the Trump Administration

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Hour 3: What does the proposed merger between the Sewerage & Water Board and Public Works mean for your streets and taps?

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Hour 2: A new audit finds dozens of Louisiana state boards haven’t met in years, have no appointed members, or aren’t providing required financial information

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Hundreds of state boards are on the books in Louisiana, but an eye-opening new audit reveals dozens are ghosting the public altogether

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Entergy New Orleans is working beyond the power grid through community outreach, local partnerships, and programs designed to strengthen the neighborhoods it serves

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Hour 1: The tragic death of the 17-year-old at Plaza Tower was not solely the fault of the building owner

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Full Show 8/31/2026: What the chess match between the D.C. and Tehran means for American interests and global security

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Hour 3: What the Federal Reserve's summit in Jackson Hole means for your wallet

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Hour 2: Whatever Trump is doing with Iran isn't working for anyone

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Is America sliding down a dangerous, slippery slope toward a medicalized "culture of death?"

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Is the escalating tension with Iran sliding toward an all-out crisis, or is there still a path to diplomatic leverage?

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Hour 1: Former LSU head basketball coach John Brady accepts the role of LSU-NO's new basketball advisors

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Grand Ilse gets "rocked" to save its fading beach

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John Brady, LSU-NO's new basketball advisor's goal is to assist student athletes to create value for themselves to move to the next level

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Full Show 8/28/2026: Social Security will reach a crossroads in 6 years if Congress doesn't address the crisis

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Hour 3: A staggering 80% of Americans now view the nation is facing a full-blown retirement crisis.

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The New Orleans Saints' third preseason game will look similar to the second player-wise

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Retirement Crisis: Can today’s workers still afford to save for tomorrow?

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Hour 2: Louisiana is set to receive nearly $181 million from a landmark $12 billion settlement with Meta

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Could Meta's $12 billion settlement fundamentally change how children use social media?

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Why is passing tax issues such a struggle in St. Tammany Parish, and what will it take to restore trust in local government?

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Hour 1: The "children" in Congress need to find a bipartisan solution to the social security crisis

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A massive, half-a-billion-dollar fertilizer plant is coming to Jefferson Parish

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"Can someone please 'project' what we're going to do about social security?"

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Full Show 8/27/2026: We can't allow a few bad actors to deter us from embracing the tech that helps law enforcement catch the bad guys

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Hour 3: The presence of the National Guard in New Orleans will be missed

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Hour 2: Whether it's "Woke 1" or "Woke 2.0," it's still a nightmare

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Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez changing her political message or simply adjusting to a changing political climate?

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With more than 22,000 electric vehicles already on Louisiana roads, Delgado is preparing the technicians who’ll keep them running

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Hour 1: The pros of automatic license plate readers greatly outweigh the cons

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The SEC voted to crack down on schools rostered with professional athletes

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Full Show 8/26/2026: If we can't trust our closest ally, Canada, then who can we trust?

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Hour 3: SpaceX Starship launch site is a big deal, but some Louisianans have concerns

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Is the Carnival Gap Adjustment Fee an unfair burden on krewes already paying to put on the party?

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Hour 2: The Moreno Administration launched the New Orleans East Investment & Job Corridors initiative

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SpaceX will build a $100 billion Starship launch complex in Vermilion Parish

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Hour 1: We're wasting money just to spoil students and make them feel happy; let's just stick to educating them

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A trade war with Canada is the dumbest trade war the US can engage in

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Students at Rutgers have to pay a mandatory $936 semester fee that promotes identity-based graduate affinity groups

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"We have lost out minds!" - Newell on Detroit Public Schools paying $1K to high school students with perfect attendance

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Full Show 8/25/2026: The Carnival Gap Adjustment Fee is a large burden put on New Orleans' biggest culture bearers

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The LSU Press book, "Coffee Culture New Orleans," explores New Orleans' love affair with coffee

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is declaring an "economic D-Day" against Iran

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Hour 2: Are the string of DSA candidates' victories an outcry of frustration with the current political system?

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Are socialist-backed candidates reshaping mainstream politics?

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The 18th Ward is calling for the community's help to get deserving kids off waiting lists to participate in youth sports

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Hour 1: There should be an ordinance in the "Carnival Gap Adjustment" fee that states the fee can never go up

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The Stench of Opportunity: Why Federal Disclosure Laws Continue to Fall Short

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The Carnival Gap Adjustment fee runs the risk of putting an unfair burden on New Orleans's original culture bearers

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Full Show 8/24/2026: The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran was never going to work out from the beginning

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Hour 3: What happens when AI decides it needs to hire a HUMAN to get the job done?

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Hour 2: The younger generation may grow numb to technology as their fascination wanes

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Could Meta's legal scrutiny ultimately change the rules for Big Tech?

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Hour 1: What could the national political landscape mean for Louisiana?

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DSA messaging is complete silliness, so why aren't Republicans knocking it out of the park?

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Was Obama's Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran doomed from the beginning?

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Full Show 8/21/2026: Police Reform, Police Surveillance, and Personal Privacy

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Hour 3: Is New Orleans paying for sanitation service at addresses that are duplicated, vacant, or don’t even exist?

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Young players fight for a spot on the New Orleans Saints 53-man depth chart

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As Iran reshapes its proxy network across the Middle East, can Arab nations remain on the sidelines?

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Are questionable charges and outdated records costing New Orleans taxpayers millions?

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Hour 2: From local license plate readers to eyes in the sky, where is the line between public safety and personal privacy?

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A brave 9-year-old and a court dog helped secure a double-murder conviction after five years of delays

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Hour 1: Downward crime trends are in part due to the adoption of more pervasive technology

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The Louisiana International Terminal project promises 18,000 jobs and billions in economic impact

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Full Show 8/20/2026: The “Navigating the New Horizon” Louisiana Department of Insurance Conference

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Hour 3: The “Navigating the New Horizon” Louisiana Department of Insurance Conference

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What is the benefit of flying through a hurricane?

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Hour 2: The “Navigating the New Horizon” Louisiana Department of Insurance Conference

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Hour 1: The “Navigating the New Horizon” Louisiana Department of Insurance Conference

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Full Show 8/19/2026: Former advisor to Dr. Fauci pleads guilty to intentionally evading federal public records laws regarding the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic

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Hour 3: A year later, the Amtrak Mardi Gras rail service surpassed its initial ridership goals by double

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Hour 2: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers granted the federal permit authorizing construction of the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT)

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The Army Corps of Engineers just issued the permit for the LIT; how big of a deal is this?

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Hour 1: Former Fauci adviser Dr. David Morens pleaded guilty to a felony charge of conspiracy to defraud the United States government

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Former Fauci adviser pleaded guilty to a felony charge of conspiracy to conceal Covid-19 records

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Sheriff Woodfork is implementing new technology designed to improve deputy headcounts and safety across the department

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The best option for Plaza Tower is to "tear the sucker down"i

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Full Show 8/18/2026: When it comes to Plaza Tower, lien it into oblivion

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Hour 3: What can state leaders do to bring cameras rolling back to the Pelican State?

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"Hollywood South" is facing an alarming decline in film production

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Hour 2: Will billions in grid investments across the state keep the lights on when the next major storm strikes?

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What does a stronger grid actually mean for daily reliability, post-storm power restoration, and your monthly bill?

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With property crime and public safety top of mind, what’s really happening in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes?

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Hour 1: "Come hook or crook, Plaza Tower has to come down"

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What happens when you begin grieving a loved one before they’re gone?

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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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Has the Smithsonian abandoned historical scholarship for political activism?

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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Key ballot measures across the country could reshape future elections

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

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

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The Red Dress Run is Saturday, August 8th

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Republicans give Dr. Fauci a checkup on Capitol Hill

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Newell Hour Two: Saints Training Camp Gets Started Tomorrow

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Saints Start Training Camp This Week

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

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

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

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

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Hour 3: The Congressional Budget Office keeps missing the mark

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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."

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

309

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

310

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

311

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

312

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

313

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

314

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

315

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

316

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

317

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

318

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

319

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

320

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

321

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

322

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

323

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

324

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?

325

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

326

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

327

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

328

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

329

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

330

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

331

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

332

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

333

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

334

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

335

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

336

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

337

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

338

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

339

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

340

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

341

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

342

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

343

"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

344

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

345

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

346

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

347

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

348

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

349

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?

350

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

351

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

352

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

353

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

354

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

355

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

356

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

357

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

358

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

359

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

360

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

361

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

362

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

363

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

364

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

365

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

366

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

367

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

368

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

369

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

370

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

371

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

372

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

373

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

374

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

375

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

376

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

377

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

378

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

379

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

380

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

381

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

382

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

383

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

384

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

385

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

386

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

387

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

388

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

389

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

390

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

391

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

392

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

393

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

394

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

395

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

396

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

397

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

398

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

399

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

400

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

401

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

402

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

403

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

404

New Orleans continues to beat the national crime trends averages

405

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

406

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

407

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

408

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

409

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

410

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

411

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

412

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

413

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

414

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

415

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

416

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

417

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

418

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

419

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

420

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

421

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

422

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

423

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

424

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

425

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

426

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

427

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

428

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

429

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

430

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

431

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

432

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

433

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

434

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

435

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

436

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

437

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

438

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

439

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

440

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

441

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

442

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

443

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

444

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

445

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

446

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

447

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

448

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

449

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

450

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

451

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

452

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

453

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

454

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

455

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

456

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

457

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

458

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

459

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

460

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

461

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

462

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

463

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

464

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

465

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

466

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

467

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

468

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

469

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

470

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

471

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

472

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

473

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

474

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

475

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

476

Hour 1: Aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur

477

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.

478

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

479

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

480

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

481

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

482

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

483

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

484

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

485

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

486

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

487

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

488

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

489

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

490

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

491

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

492

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

493

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

494

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

495

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

496

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?

497

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

498

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

499

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

500

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

501

Should there be age limits on politicians?

502

At what age does the average American retire in 2026?

503

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

504

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

505

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

506

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry on ...

507

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

508

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

509

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

510

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

511

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

512

Hour 3: Rafael Goyeneche, Republic Nightclub Shooting Fallout

513

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

514

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

515

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

516

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

517

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

518

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

519

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

520

New Orleans will host Convening Leaders in 2029

521

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

522

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

523

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

524

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

525

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

526

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

527

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

528

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

529

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

530

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

531

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

532

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

533

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

534

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

535

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

536

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

537

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

538

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

539

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

540

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

541

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

542

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

543

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

544

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

545

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

546

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

547

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

548

Mental health in Louisiana is finally getting more attention and resources

549

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

550

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

551

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

552

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

553

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

554

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

555

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

556

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

557

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

558

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

559

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

560

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

561

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

562

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

563

Tourists from Canada are more beneficial for Louisiana than most realize

564

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

565

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

566

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

567

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

568

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

569

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

570

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

571

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

572

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

573

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

574

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

575

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

576

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

577

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

578

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

579

Storm Prep Special 2026: FULL SHOW

580

Storm Prep Special 2026: hour 2

581

Storm Prep Special 2026: hour 1

582

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

583

What can Louisiana do to reverse its outmigration trend?

584

The Louisiana Legislative Session was dominated by redistricting

585

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

586

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

587

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

588

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

589

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

590

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

591

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

592

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

593

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

594

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

595

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

596

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

597

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

598

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

599

House Bill 906 could shakeup Louisiana’s election system

600

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

601

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

602

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

603

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

604

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

605

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

606

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

607

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

608

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

609

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

610

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

611

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

612

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

613

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

614

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

615

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

616

"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

617

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

618

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

619

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

620

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

621

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

622

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

623

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

624

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

625

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

626

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

627

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

628

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

629

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

630

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

631

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

632

Gen Z is changing the way Americans think about alcohol

633

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

634

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

635

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

636

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

637

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

638

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

639

Hour 2: Louisiana is leading the country in education reform

640

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

641

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

642

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

643

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

644

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

645

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

646

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

647

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

648

May 22 marks the 20th anniversary of Gout Awareness Day

649

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

650

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

651

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

652

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

653

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

654

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

655

Hour 2: Michoud is On Tap for Moon & Beyond

656

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

657

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

658

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

659

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

660

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

661

Hour 3: Delgado Community College is changing and saving lives

662

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

663

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

664

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

665

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

666

Newell opines on the Orleans Parish Clerk of Court collapse

667

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

668

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

669

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

670

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

671

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

672

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

673

Hour 3: Why Spirit Airlines Failed

674

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

675

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

676

What’s really happening in the housing market?

677

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

678

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

679

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

680

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

681

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

682

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

683

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

684

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

685

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

686

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

687

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

688

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

689

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

690

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

691

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

692

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

693

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

694

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

695

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

696

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

697

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

698

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

699

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

700

School violence and domestic abuse impact children across all demographics

701

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

702

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

703

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

704

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

705

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

706

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

707

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

708

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

709

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

710

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

711

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

712

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

713

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

714

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

715

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

716

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

717

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

718

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

719

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

720

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

721

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

722

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

723

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

724

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

725

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

726

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

727

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

728

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

729

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

730

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

731

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

732

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

733

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

734

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

735

Amtrak's Mardi Gras train service is doing gangbusters!

736

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

737

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

738

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

739

Iran is adamant about holding on to their nuclear capabilities

740

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

741

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

742

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

743

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

744

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

745

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

746

Does anyone benefit from the fluctuating mortgage rates?

747

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

748

Delgado Community College is preparing for its Summer Session

749

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

750

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

751

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

752

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

753

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

754

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

755

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

756

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

757

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

758

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

759

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

760

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

761

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

762

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

763

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

764

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

765

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

766

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

767

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

768

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

769

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

770

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

771

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

772

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

773

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

774

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

775

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

776

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

777

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

778

Tensions are rising again around the Strait of Hormuz

779

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

780

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

781

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

782

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

783

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

784

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

785

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

786

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

787

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

788

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

789

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

790

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple talks about insurance coverage and hurricane preparedness

791

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

792

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

793

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

794

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

795

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

796

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

797

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

798

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

799

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

800

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

801

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

802

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

803

The French Quarter Festival is BIGGER than ever in 2026!

804

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

805

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

806

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

807

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

808

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

809

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

810

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

811

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

812

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

813

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

814

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

815

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

816

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

817

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

818

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

819

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

820

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

821

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

822

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

823

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

824

Newell Full Show: 4/10/26

825

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

826

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

827

Newell Hour Two: Strawberry Festival Kicks Off On Friday

828

Strawberry Festival Starts Up This Weekend

829

Legal Challenges to the 1978 Presidential Records Act

830

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

831

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

832

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

833

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

834

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

835

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

836

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

837

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

838

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

839

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

840

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

841

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

842

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

843

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

844

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

845

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

846

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?

847

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

848

Crimestoppers excels with legislative, corporate, and community support

849

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

850

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

851

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

852

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

853

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

854

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

855

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

856

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

857

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

858

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

859

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

860

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

861

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

862

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

863

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

864

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

865

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

866

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

867

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

868

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

869

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

870

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

871

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

872

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

873

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

874

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

875

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

876

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

877

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

878

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

879

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

880

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

881

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

882

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

883

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

884

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

885

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

886

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

887

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

888

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

889

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

890

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

891

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

892

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

893

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

894

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

895

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

896

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

897

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

898

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

899

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

900

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

901

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

902

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

903

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

904

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

905

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

906

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

907

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

908

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

909

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

910

No state gives tourists more bang for their buck than Louisiana

911

Craig's Electrical & Generator Service Sells Peace of Mind

912

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

913

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

914

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

915

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

916

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

917

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

918

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

919

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

920

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

921

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

922

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

923

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

924

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

925

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

926

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

927

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

928

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

929

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

930

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

931

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

932

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

933

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

934

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

935

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

936

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

937

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

938

More people are recognizing that Trump is a lame duck president

939

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

940

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

941

Democrats are stoking fear over ICE agents being utilized at airports

942

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

943

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

944

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

945

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

946

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

947

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

948

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

949

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

950

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

951

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

952

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

953

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

954

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

955

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

956

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

957

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

958

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

959

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

960

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

961

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

962

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

963

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

964

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

965

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

966

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

967

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

968

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

969

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

970

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

971

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

972

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

973

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

974

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

975

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

976

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

977

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

978

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

979

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

980

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

981

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

982

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

983

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

984

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

985

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

986

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

987

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

988

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

989

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

990

Newell Full Show 3-13-26

991

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

992

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

993

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

994

Jefferson Parish is trying to buy the abandoned Esplanade Mall property

995

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

996

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

997

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

998

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

999

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

1000

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