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WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
Tommy Tucker takes on the days' breaking headlines, plus weather, sports, traffic and more
Episodes
- WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
Hour 4: Looking for something to do this weekend? Check these out
* What’s going on this weekend? We’ll go over some of the big events and happenings around the New Orleans area with Josh Danzig, owner of Where Y’at Magazine…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Changes coming to the Sewerage and Water Board
* New Orleans Councilmember JP Morrell says changes are coming to the Sewerage and Water Board * Phishing, spoofing…malvertising? The list of ways bad actors…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: The Saints defense potentially suffered a big time injury
* Saints defensive linemen Bryan Bresee has reportedly torn his ACL and will likely miss the 2026 season. We’ll talk to Dr. David Elias, an orthopedic surgeon…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Why grocery prices don't come down
* Grocery prices have skyrocketed in recent years…will they ever come down? About half of Americans are stressed about the costs. Are you? We’ll talk with…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere y'at this weekend: White Linen Night, COOLinary, Paracon, and more
What’s going on this weekend? We go over some of the big events and happenings around the New Orleans area with Josh Danzig, owner of Where Y’at Magazine, and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerArtificial intelligence can be complicated to understand. Here's what to know
Open source AI? A government ethics panel? Rogue hacking? Artificial intelligence has been all over the news. We explain what’s going on with Andrew Schwarz…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJP Morrell is promising changes with the Sewerage & Water Board
The New Orleans City Council will soon have more control over the Sewerage and Water Board. Council President JP Morrell says changes are coming.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHere's how to spot and avoid online scams
Phishing, spoofing…malvertising? The list of ways bad actors try to steal your info online is a long one. We’ll go over some of most common ones and how AI is…
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Kenner Police are hosting a surplus auction. Here are the details
The Kenner Police Department is holding a public auction on Thursday (today) for retired police cars, surplus equipment, and more. We get the details from…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBryan Bresee could miss the whole season. Who needs to step up in his absence?
We break down the impact of Bryan Bresee’s injury on the Saints defense, go over who will need to step up, and get a training camp update with WWL Saints…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat IS an ACL injury? How long does it take to come back from?
Saints defensive linemen Bryan Bresee has reportedly torn his ACL and will likely miss the 2026 season. We talk to Dr. David Elias, an orthopedic surgeon with…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerMake sure you're keeping yourself AND your animals cool with this heat
Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about staying cool with the excessive heat, screwworms, and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy do grocery prices keep going up and never come down?
Grocery prices have skyrocketed in recent years…will they ever come down? About half of Americans are stressed about the costs. Are you? We talk with Patrick…
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BONUS: Is there still a granite wall agreement between the US and Israel? Netanyahu visit raises questions
The leaders of Israel and Ukraine visited the United States while President Donald Trump railed at his own Congress to get back to work on the SAVE act and…
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Full Show 7-29-26: Fixing the S&WB, criminal justice concerns, and political chess games
* Here's the plan for when the City Council when gets more control over the Sewerage and Water Board * Why this ankle monitoring company is frustrated with the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Is ankle monitoring working in New Orleans?
* Ankle monitoring company ASAP says it’s reducing some services because of concerns with the New Orleans criminal justice system. We’ll talk with founder Matt…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: A plan to reform the Sewerage & Water Board
* The City Council laid out a plan for once they get more control over the Sewerage and Water Board. We’ll go over it with Councilmember Aimee McCarron. * Will…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: What to watch at Saints training camp
* Saints training camp starts today! What are the biggest question marks facing the Black and Gold? Who needs to stand out? We break it down with Mike Hoss…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: How Mayor Helena Moreno is navigating back-and-forth with Baton Rouge
* Mayor Helena Moreno has been navigating a chess game with the back and forth between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. We dive into it * We’re getting closer to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy this ankle monitoring company is frustrated with the New Orleans criminal justice system
Ankle monitoring company ASAP says it’s reducing some services because of concerns with the New Orleans criminal justice system. We talk with founder Matt…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerOle Miss is suing two former players who transferred to LSU. Here's what to know
Ole Miss is suing two of their former football players who transferred to LSU over alleged breach of conduct. WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo joins us to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHere's the plan for the City Council when they get more control over the Sewerage & Water Board
* The City Council laid out a plan for once they get more control over the Sewerage and Water Board. We’ll go over it with Councilmember Aimee McCarron.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPolicing during Mardi Gras is challenging. Will the new rules help NOPD?
Will the new rules help NOPD keep Mardi Gras safe for everyone? How difficult is policing during Carnival season? We talk with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerShould we get rid of paper checks like we did the penny?
How often do you use a paper check for something? Their use keeps declining every year…should we scrap them like we did the penny? Jay Zagorsky, Professor at…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerSaints training camp starts today! Here's what to know
What are the biggest question marks facing the Black and Gold? Who needs to stand out? We break it down with Mike Hoss, the Voice of the Saints.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe chess game Helena Moreno is playing with Baton Rouge
Mayor Helena Moreno has been navigating a chess game with the back and forth between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. We dive into it with Tyler Bridges, chief…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAre grocery prices going to be a big factor in the midterms?
We’re getting closer to the midterms. How are voters feeling? Will high grocery prices play a role? We talk with David Schultz, a professor of political…
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BONUS: With ground beef at nearly $7 a pound, diarrhea lettuce, cattle screwworm, drought and heat, what's next for America's food supply?
We check in for the latest on the safety of lettuce and why the U.S. seems to be having such a hard time wrapping its arms around fixing the problem. Plus, the…
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Full Show 7-28-26: Beating the heat, Mardi Gras changes, and Saints training camp
* It is HOT out. Here's how the heat affects us and what you should watch for * New Mardi Gras rules are coming. Will they help? * Here's what to expect out of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Here's how to stay safe with this awful heat
* We’re looking at dangerously high temperatures around the area for at least the next few days. So how does heat affect our bodies? What is a heat stroke?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: We need more power
* Louisiana’s big bet on data centers means we’ll need a lot more energy generated. How will we meet the need? * Louisiana’s population is growing again, and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Should Congress cancel their recess?
* President Trump wants Congress to cancel its upcoming recess amid his push for the SAVE Act. We’ll talk with political scientist Todd Belt. * Today is World…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPresident Trump is threatening "strong military action" against Iran. Here's the latest
President Trump is threatening “strong military action” against Iran if talks fail. We get the latest on the war with Lindsey Cohn, Visiting Associate at…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHere's what to expect out of Saints training camp
Saints training camp gets underway on Wednesday! We break it all down with Mike Detillier.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIt is HOT out. Here's how the heat affects us and what you should watch out for
We’re looking at dangerously high temperatures around the area for at least the next few days. So how does heat affect our bodies? What is a heat stroke? What…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerNew Mardi Gras rules are coming. Will they help?
The City Council approved some new Mardi Gras rules to try and improve safety and cut down on costs. We go over them with Councilmember Eugene Green.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerData centers are power-hungry. How will Louisiana meet the demand?
Louisiana’s big bet on data centers means we’ll need a lot more energy generated…how will we do it? We talk with Greg Upton, the executive director of LSU’s…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs Louisiana's population growing again?
Louisiana’s population is growing again, and the gain is more about current residents choosing to stay than new people moving in. We break down the numbers…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow coastal restoration projects benefit people AND animals
Today is World Nature Conservation Day, and Louisiana has a number of coastal restoration investments going on, projects that benefit humans and wildlife. We…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPresident Trump wants Congress to cancel its upcoming recess. Will they?
President Trump wants Congress to cancel its upcoming recess amid his push for the SAVE Act. We talk with Todd Belt, Professor and Director of the Political…
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BONUS: US economy hits unchartered territory: full employment -- so why does it feel so bad?
The labor force is decreasing and so is our GDP, so while unemployment is at historic lows, the economy is 'in a bind,' per an expert. Here's the latest on…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Saints training camp is about to start!
* Saints training camp starts this week. What's the chatter around the NFL on the Saints this upcoming season? * Planning one last summer vacation? We’ll break…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: How oil prices impact you and your finances
* Bank On: What oil prices mean for you * Have you changed your grocery shopping habits with rising prices?
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Tips for keeping your energy bills lower
* We’ll get some tips from Paul Lagrange on how to weather-proof your home and keep it cool in this extreme heat. * We'll get the latest on oil and gas prices…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Why the economy is in a weird place
* The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969. Layoffs remain historically low despite global economic uncertainty.Plus, we'll…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerLooking to take another vacation? Here are some money-saving tips
Dave Cohen in for TommyTucker. Planning one last summer vacation? We’ll break down how the industry is going and how airlines have been doing with Henry…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow optimistic should we be feeling about the Saints?
Dave Cohen in for Tommy. Saints training camp starts this week! What's the chatter around the NFL on the Saints this upcoming season? How optimistic should the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow have gas prices changed in the last few days?
Dave Cohen in for Tommy Tucker. We get the latest on oil and gas prices and what we're paying at the pump with Patrick De Haan, the chief of petroleum analysis…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHigh temps leading to high energy bills? Here are some helpful tips
Dave Cohen in for Tommy. We get some tips from Paul Lagrange on how to weather-proof your home and keep it cool in this extreme heat.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBank On It: What higher oil prices mean for you
Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAre there any early frontrunners for the 2028 presidential election?
Dave Cohen in for Tommy Tucker. New Hampshire poll gives 2 Democrats early edge in 2028 race. Plus, will we see any progress in Congress when it comes to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe economy is in a bind right now. Here's why
Dave Cohen in for Tommy. The number of Americans filing for unemployment is the lowest since 1969. Layoffs remain historically low despite global economic…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Vance Boelter sentenced, but is it enough?
In this episode, we look into Vance Boelter's sentencing as well as recent legal action and efforts by law enforcement to cut down on crime. Featuring audio…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: World Cup sex trafficking, D4VD in court, Salman Rushdie's attacker and more
This week, we have updates on major cases across the country. These include human trafficking cases linked to the World Cup, the D4VD murder case in…
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OFFBITES: A capybara gender reveal party and the savior of Route 66
In this episode, we’re headed to a gender reveal party. But, this one isn’t for a human. It’s for a capybara. After that, we’re going to Kingman, Arizona, to…
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OFFBITES: The language of our hips and Gen Z finally hits happy hour
In this episode, we’re starting with a discussion about body language – specifically how people talk with their hips, whether they realize it or not. After…
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TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: In the courtroom with D4VD and Vance Boelter, plus a Catholic preist scandal, Salman Rushdie's attacker and more
This week, we have updates on major cases across the country. These include human trafficking cases linked to the World Cup, the D4VD murder case in…
- WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
BONUS: Talking with your hips, a capybara gender reveal party, the savior of Route 66 and Gen Z gets tipsy
In this episode, we’re starting with a discussion about body language – specifically how people talk with their hips, whether they realize it or not. After…