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WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
Tommy Tucker takes on the days' breaking headlines, plus weather, sports, traffic and more
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- WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Convicted killer breaks out of prison, a hospital shooting, the Tree of Life anniversary and more
In this episode, we’ll hear about crimes that raise questions about the bail and prison system, and how the Pittsburgh community is still healing from the 2018…
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BONUS! Thomas Edison's train lab explosion, Goldilocks behind bars, a 1940s UFO and searching for 'dog men'
This is Halloween weekend, and here on Something Offbeat, our theme today is campfire stories. Sit back, relax imagine toasting some marshmallows and listen in…
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Full Show 10-30-26: Louisiana's close Senate race, Saints and Tigers prep, and classic restaurants
* Is the Louisiana Senate race closer than people think? * Table Talk: Modern classics and affordable options that punch above their weight * What are the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: What to eat and what to bet this Halloween weekend
* Table Talk: Modern classics and affordable options that punch above their weight * Tommy's Weekend Winners
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Will the Saints get back on track?
* The Saints may be off this weekend, but they’ve got plenty to work on. We’ll talk with WWL sports director Steve Geller about the biggest items on the to-do…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: How much voter enthusiasm are we seeing in Louisiana?
* Election Day is almost here. Is the big Senate race between Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis closer than people may think? We’ll break it down with ULM political…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTommy's Weekend Winners: Lots of juicy options even with Saints on a bye
Tommy talks with JR from Taking Vegas about the action this weekend.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Things are shaping up for LSU sports
* LSU is on a bye. How is the Tigers injury situation? What has Lane Kiffin said about his team and about the next opponent, Alabama? We’ll talk with WWL.com…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTable Talk: Modern classics and affordable options that punch above their weight
* Clancy’s is a modern New Orleans classic * Shang Kitchen: Delicious Chinese food in a restaurant with an engaging atmosphere. * A great, unsung affordable…
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BONUS: Midterms 2026: El-Sayed vs Rogers, Talarico, Paxton, Abbott and the battle for America's future
We gathered top experts from around the country to dive into key races, read the vibe among America's voters, outline the stakes and more in this 2026 midterms…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat are the biggest issues the Saints need to fix?
The Saints may be off this weekend, but they’ve got plenty to work on. We’ll talk with WWL sports director Steve Geller about the biggest items on the to-do…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs the Louisiana Senate race closer than people think?
Election Day is almost here. Is the big Senate race between Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis closer than people may think? We’ll break it down with ULM political…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy Ochsner's new neuroscience institute is a big deal
Ochsner recently opened a new neuroscience institute. We’ll talk about what this means for patients, families, and research with Todd Mule, the vice president…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPrep football round-up: A huge Catholic league match-up this week
We’ll get the rundown on what’s happening in prep football this weekend with Ian Auzenne, the co-host of the Manning Family Children’s Prep Football Round-up
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAquatic litter is a huge problem. There's a new project to help
There’s a new plan to help keep litter and debris out of Lake Pontchartrain and our drainage system. We’ll get the details from Corey Miller, community…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould there be another addition to LSU men's basketball's roster?
WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo joins us to discuss the state of Will Wade's roster and whether an injured Tiger could return for the Alabama game.
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BONUS: Early voting is breaking records and new Gallup poll shows deep dissatisfaction with status quo
Reading the tea leaves before an election is fraught with peril, but there are some interesting signs worth paying attention to. Plus, teens dress in KKK…
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Full Show 10-29-26: Jefferson Parish's crime success, Halloween activities, and more
* Why Jefferson Parish is on pace for its lowest murder total in decades * Where y’at this weekend: Are you ready for a spooktacular Halloween? * Good news for…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: What to do for Halloween this weekend
* Could Essence Fest leave New Orleans after more than 30 years? The festival’s contract is up in the air still, and some vendors are reporting late payments…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Sheriff Joe Lopinto on how they've been combating - and lowering - crime
* Jefferson Parish is on pace for its lowest murder total in six decades. We’ll talk with Sheriff Joe Lopinto about how they’ve done it. * It’s October, which…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Why New Orleans will be even more attractive to conventions and visitors
* The Convention Center hotel project took another step forward this week after a City Council vote. We’ll check in with Jim Cook, the president and CEO of the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Be careful during drought conditions. There have been a ton of wildfires this year
* Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain about drought, wildfires, Halloween safety, and more * How has the real estate market in our area been? What are…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere y’at this weekend: Are you ready for a spooktacular Halloween?
* You have to visit some haunted houses. There’s the Mortuary in Midcity is celebrating their 20th anniversary. You can book your tickets in advance. * Looking…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould Essence Fest leave New Orleans?
Could Essence Fest leave New Orleans after more than 30 years? The festival’s contract is up in the air still, and some vendors are reporting late payments. We…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy Jefferson Parish is on pace for its lowest murder total in decades
Jefferson Parish is on pace for its lowest murder total in six decades. We’ll talk with Sheriff Joe Lopinto about how they’ve done it.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy it's important - and safe - to get your flu shot
It’s October, which means flu season is officially here. Dr. Brent Wallis (Dr. B.), Chief Medical Officer of People’s Health, joins us to discuss the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat the Fed's interest rate decision means for you
The Fed is holding steady on interest rates. We break down the decision and what it could mean for the average American with Ted Rossman, Principal Consumer…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerGood news for the Convention Center hotel project. Here's what to know
The Convention Center hotel project took another step forward this week after a City Council vote. We’ll check in with Jim Cook, the president and CEO of the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJust how bad is the drought in Louisiana?
Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about the drought conditions, Halloween safety, and more.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's the hottest neighborhood for real estate in the New Orleans metro?
How has the real estate market in our area been? What are the hottest areas? What are interest rates looking like? We break it all down with local real estate…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow the average person can use AI to help themselves
How big of a problem is artificial intelligence going rogue? What kind of guardrails do we need? How can the average person take advantage of the technology?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: How to fix New Orleans' budget issues
* We’ll check in with Councilmember Eugene Green about how the budget hearings have been going and about why he wants more police cameras. * A 15 year old boy…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Is the Louisiana Senate race closer than expected?
* Early voting is done in Louisiana. So what can learn from it? What about early voting around the country? We’ll dive into it with John Couvillon * The Trump…
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Hour 1: How much is your monthly credit card bill?
* How many credit cards do you have? What's your monthly bill? Do you carry a balance or pay it all off? * Repairs on the Crescent City Connection are set to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow a Louisiana boy was functionally cured of sickle cell disease
A 15 year old boy is the first child in Louisiana to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease. How are doctors doing it? We’ll talk with Dr. Ben Watkins…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerEugene Green on the "challenging times" trying to balance the budget, avoid catastrophic cuts
We check in with Councilmember Eugene Green about how the budget hearings have been going.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTrump wants to promote US caught seafood. This is what a state lawmaker wants to happen
The Trump administration is pushing for new labels to highlight “US Caught Seafood.” We’ll talk with State Senator Pat Connick about this and the work he’s…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCan we tell if Republicans or Democrats are more motivated based on early voting?
Early voting is done in Louisiana. So what can learn from it? What about early voting around the country? John Couvillon, Louisiana based pollster and founder…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe CCC is getting some repairs. Here's what commuters should expect
Repairs on the Crescent City Connection are set to begin next week. We’ll get all the details and what you can expect from Daniel Gitlin, a public information…
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BONUS: Expectations and tensions are high as Anthropic launches IPO alongside a stern warning
Anthropic is going public with its AI model, alongside warning that its product has gone rogue four times
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Full Show 10-27-26: Getting the Saints back on track, protecting criminal justice, and more
* What's the biggest thing the Saints need to fix on the bye week? * New Orleans has an obligation to appropriately fund criminal justice system * What could…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Dealing with a passive aggressive person
* How should you respond to passive aggressive comments from someone? And if you’re guilty of doing it, how can you be more direct? We’ll get some tips from…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow should you deal with someone being passive aggressive?
How should you respond to passive aggressive comments from someone? And if you’re guilty of doing it, how can you be more direct? We’ll get some tips from Dr…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Getting the Saints back on track
* We’ll take another look back at the Saints loss to the Steelers and then look at what needs to happen in the bye week with WWL Saints sideline reporter Jeff…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: What's at risk with potential New Orleans budget cuts?
* What could potential budget cuts mean for the efforts to address homelessness in our area? We’ll check in with Joe Heeren-Mueller with UNITY of Greater New…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Who do you decide whom to vote for?
* Election Day is a week away. What are the races that will determine who controls Congress? We’ll break it down with political scientist Todd Belt * Louisiana…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow have the Pelicans looked to start the season?
The Pelicans are 0-3, but how has the team looked in the losses? What have we seen from new head coach Jamahl Mosley so far? We’ll break it all down with Oleh…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJust how dangerous is kratom?
Louisiana has been cracking down on kratom and related substances. What exactly is kratom? How does it affect us, and how addictive is it? We talk with Dr…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's the biggest thing the Saints need to fix on the bye week?
We’ll take another look back at the Saints loss to the Steelers and then look at what needs to happen in the bye week with WWL Saints sideline reporter Jeff…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat could budget cuts do to homelessness in New Orleans?
What could potential budget cuts mean for the efforts to address homelessness in our area? We’ll check in with Joe Heeren-Mueller, Director of Community…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCrime watchdog: New Orleans has an obligation to appropriately fund the criminal justice system
Sheriff Michelle Woodfork is asking for a budget increase and a jail population decrease. We talk with Rafael Goyeneche, the president of the Metropolitan…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerLouisiana has been hit hard by the flu. Make sure you get vaccinated
Louisiana is seeing some of the highest levels of flu activity in the country. Have you gotten your flu shot yet? We’ll talk to Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWe're a week away from Election Day. Here's what you need to know
Election Day is a week away. What are the races that will determine who controls Congress? Todd Belt, Professor and Director of the Political Management…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: The Saints went to Paris. What happened?
* We’ll spend a little time with Bobby Hebert and get his take on how the Saints have looked this season. * What were the protests in Paris like over the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: What we learned from the Saints loss to the Steelers
* We’ll recap the Saints/Steelers game. Who looked good, and who didn’t? We’ll talk with WWL Louisiana sports director Ricardo Lecompte * There’s a major…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Fixing New Orleans' budget
* The Moreno administration recently laid out their budget priorities. We’ll check in with Councilmember Aimee McCarron to get her thoughts and what her…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat Bobby Hebert has seen from the Saints so far
We’ll spend a little time with Bobby Hebert and get his take on how the Saints have looked this season.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: How LSU is looking going into the bye week
* We’ll recap the good and the bad from LSU’s game against Auburn with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo. * The head of the FCC is warning about fake polls. How…