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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 TuckerWhat you need to know about cyclosporiasis, the explosive diarrhea illness going around
Cyclosporiasis has affected thousands across the US, including some people in Louisiana. What is it? How do we catch it? Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor of Medicine…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWatchdog: Liz Murrill indictment a "terrible misstep" for a purely political purpose
Governor Landry took a shot at New Orleans as tensions between the city and state remain high. We’ll talk to Rafael Goyeneche, president of the Metropolitan…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBank On It: How tracking on your phone can affect your insurance premiums
Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe Sewerage & Water Broads are helping clear catch basins
Street flooding is an all too common occurrence in New Orleans, and it happened in parts of the city on Saturday. We talk with Mid-City resident Laura Yager…
WWL First News with Tommy Tucker"Human error" at the S&WB led to pumping issues on Saturday. What??
Heavy rain and pumping problems led to street flooding around New Orleans. What happened? Councilmember Aimee McCarron joins us to go over what we know and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow does Lindsey Graham's death affect the Senate?
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham died over the weekend. Between his passing and Mitch McConnell's absence, how does that impact the Senate? Andy Smith…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: An Epstein survivor speaks out, student athletes worked to death and sextortion scams turn fatal
This week, we’re focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren’t grizzly murder cases. They’re…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Charlie Kirk's alleged killer in court, the latest on the Lynette Hooker case and more
We have some quick true crime roundups, including an update in the Charlie Kirk assassination case, the Lynette Hooker disappearance, looking back at Philando…
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OFFBITES: Will AI kill the video game as we know it? Plus, beware of exploding sensory toys
We’re headed to the video game aisle, where things could start looking a little scary for gamers, as equipment they love might soon be disappearing. An expert…
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OFFBITES: Empire State daredevils and why you should go to Rocket City, USA
This week, we’re catching up on the couple who climbed the Empire State Building for a stunt last week. Then, we’re headed to Rocket City, USA, to see a very…
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TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Why are these crimes that target young victims sometimes overlooked?
This week, we’re focusing on crimes that target children and adolescents, crimes that are often overlooked. These aren’t grizzly murder cases. They’re…
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BONUS: Breaking down the Empire State stunt, Rocket City, why AI is ruining video games and exploding fidget toys
This week, we’re catching up on the couple who climbed the Empire State Building for a stunt last week. Then, we’re headed to Rocket City, USA, to see a very…
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Full Show: New Orleans vs. Baton Rouge, restaurant recs, and AI hallucinations
* Political analyst: The state wants its pound of flesh from New Orleans * Table Talk: small plates, sushi, and fine wine * AI hallucinations in the legal…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTable Talk: Small plates, sushi, and excellent wine
* Bar 1865: Looking for some cocktails and small plates? Go here - Oysters, burrata, fried deviled eggs, and more * Nanami: Real sushi and onigiri on Magazine…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: President Trump is floating changing retirement in the US. Should we?
* President Trump has been talking about creating a retirement system like Australia’s. So how does theirs work? Could it work here? * GalaxyCon is a three day…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Tensions between New Orleans, state spiralling
* New Orleans is withdrawing its bond request with a denial being likely. How bad are things between the city and the state after the Liz Murrill…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Has LSU Athletics cracked the code?
* Could LSU revolutionize college sports? * Could we see nuclear fusion providing energy? What exactly IS fusion? How is it different from the nuclear power we…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow did the Pelicans look in their first Summer League game?
How did the Pelicans look in their first Summer League game? We break it down with Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy New Orleans remains a top destination for conventions
GalaxyCon is a three day festival of fandom of all kinds here in New Orleans. We get the details on that and why the city continues to be a major player for…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerShould the US revamp its retirement systems?
President Trump has been talking about creating a retirement system like Australia’s. So how does theirs work? Could it work here? We talk to Andy Eschtruth…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPolitical analyst: The state wants its pound of flesh from New Orleans
New Orleans is withdrawing its bond request with a denial being likely. How bad are things between the city and the state after the Liz Murrill indictment? We…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAI hallucinations in the legal system? Here's what you need to know
AI use has been increasing all over, including in the courtroom…and AI hallucinations have been increasing too. How are lawyers allowed to use AI? Is it…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerEverything you need to know about nuclear fusion and what it could do
Could we see nuclear fusion providing energy? What exactly IS fusion? How is it different from the nuclear power we usually see? We break it down with Florian…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould LSU revolutionize college sports with a new funding plan?
It’s been a busy week for LSU athletics with football commits, baseball transfers, the most famous student manager in college sports...and a plan to…
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BONUS: As more workers take multi-month mental health leave, employers report 'buyer's remorse'
During the pandemic, employers took care to build support network for stressed workers, but years later, 67% of employers say they have more people taking long…
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Full Show 7-9-26: Higher insurance premiums, New Orleans' uniqueness, weight-loss drugs, and more
* Healthcare premiums keep going up. Why? * We're learning more about GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Here's what to know * What makes New Orleans unique? How do we…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Everything you need to know about the popular new weight-loss drugs
* GLP-1 weight-loss drugs continue to grow in popularity, and Louisiana doctors are studying the different ways they affect our bodies. Here's what they're…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Have your insurance premiums been on the rise?
* Obamacare premiums jumped this year…and a new report says they could increase even more in 2027. What’s behind it? Have YOUR premiums been going up? * Are…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Is weather forecasting worse because of cuts?
* Fewer forecasters and inferior info: the National Weather Service has been hit with funding cuts. Is that making weather and hurricane forecasting more…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Stopping those pesky mosquitoes
* A Democratic senate candidate in Maine was accused of sexual assault. Could control of the Senate come down to that? * Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat makes New Orleans unique? How do we avoid losing that?
New Orleans was one of 10 places named to the Irreplaceable America List. We spend a little time with Kristin Gisleson Palmer, the executive director the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWe're learning more and more about GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Here's what you need to know
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs continue to grow in popularity, and Louisiana doctors are studying the different ways they affect our bodies. We talk with Dr. Eric…
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Are city-owned trees putting some New Orleans residents at risk of losing their insurance?
City-owned trees could be putting some New Orleanians at risk of losing their homeowners insurance. We get the details from WWL Louisiana reporter Meg Farris.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHealthcare premiums keep going up. Why?
Obamacare premiums jumped this year…and a new report says they could increase even more in 2027. What’s behind it? Have YOUR premiums been going up? We talk…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerYouth sports costs keep rising. Why?
Youth sports keep kids active, teach valuable lessons, and can offer opportunities later in life…but the costs have skyrocketed, jumping 46% since 2019. What…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerFewer forecasters & inferior info: How National Weather Service cuts are hurting hurricane forecasts
The National Weather Service was hit with funding cuts. Is that making weather and hurricane forecasting more difficult? Barry Keim, LSU Health climatologist…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAll this rain means lots of breeding spots for mosquitoes. Here's what to do
Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about mosquitoes, Louisiana watermelons, and beating the heat.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould a Democratic scandal in Maine determine who controls the Senate?
A Democratic senate candidate in Maine was accused of rape. Could control of the Senate come down to that? Todd Belt, Professor and Director of the Political…
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BONUS: Ceasefire ends with 'scum' Iran -- what's next? Plus, diet meds are changing the way brands formulate snacks
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran ended suddenly with an exchange of shots. Here's the latest, and what's next. Plus, a food expert reveals how GLP1s are…
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Full Show 7-8-26: Landry mending fence, redeveloping Lindy Boggs, ranking Kellen Moore...and more
* Does Gov. Landry have fences to mend as he gears up for re-election? * Good news on redeveloping the old Lindy Boggs site? * Where does Kellen Moore sit in…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: How Kellen Moore ranks in the NFL and the NFC South
* According to one new ranking, Kellen Moore is a middle of the pack NFL coach. Where would you rank him, in the NFL and NFC South? * Is the ceasefire with…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: What's likely to happen next in the Liz Murrill indictment saga?
* Could the spat between Liz Murrill and New Orleans end up impacting crime-fighting efforts? We’ll talk with former NOPD Chief Ronal Serpas about the whole…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Has Gov. Landry alienated some Louisiana Republicans?
* The old Lindy Boggs site is moving closer to being demolished and redeveloped. We’ll check in with Councilmember Lesli Harris for the latest. * Governor…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: What happened to carbon capture in Louisiana?
* Since February, companies have canceled plans for over $15 billion in carbon capture projects in Louisiana. Has the potential economic boom from the industry…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs the ceasefire with Iran over?
More strikes back-and-forth between the US and Iran, and President Trump says the ceasefire is "over." We get the latest on the war with Lindsay, Cohn…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere does Kellen Moore rank as an NFL head coach?
According to one new ranking, Kellen Moore is a middle of the pack NFL coach. Where would you rank him, in the NFL and NFC South? We see what Saints sideline…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerEvery 40 seconds someone suffers a stroke. Here's what you need to know
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United State has a stroke; and every 3 minutes and 14 seconds, someone dies of a stroke. So what exactly IS a stroke? What are…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould we see any impacts to crime-fighting from the Liz Murrill indictment saga?
Could the spat between Liz Murrill and New Orleans end up impacting crime-fighting efforts? We talk with former NOPD Chief Ronal Serpas about the whole mess.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerGood news on redeveloping the old Lindy Boggs site?
The old Lindy Boggs site is moving closer to being demolished and redeveloped. We talk with Councilmember Lesli Harris for the latest on that, the Omni Hotel…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerDoes Gov. Landry have fences to mend as he gears up for re-election?
Governor Landry is gearing up for re-election next year. What challenges does he face? How are are Louisianans feeling about him? Tyler Bridges, chief…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHas the carbon capture boom in Louisiana fizzled away?
Since February, companies have canceled plans for over $15 billion in carbon capture projects in Louisiana. Has the potential economic boom from the industry…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerMore money in politics? Here's what a Supreme Court ruling could mean
Will the recent Supreme Court ruling on campaign finance have practical impacts on elections? We break it down with John Martin, a professor of law at…
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BONUS: White House launches 'Trump accounts' for kids while the president rakes in unprecedented wealth via his office
New reports about the $2 billion in wealth President Donald Trump has amassed while in office raises eyebrows at the same time he launches a new initiative to…
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BONUS: Explosive diarrhea sweeps parts of the US from fruits and veggies and screwworm fears grow in meat: what's safe now?
Summer brings its own array and health and safety issues, but 2026 is bringing some new ones.
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Full Show 7-7-26: Grand juries, unruly kids, and oil prices
* How grand juries usually work...and what we know about what happened in New Orleans with the Liz Murrill saga * How should you handle it when your kids talk…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Is the price of oil going to plummet?
* The price of oil has been dropping, and now OPEC is saying they’re going to increase production. What does that mean for the oil and gas industry in…
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Hour 4: The best ways to discipline an unruly kid
* What’s the best way to handle when your kid is being sassy or talking back? We’ll spend some time with Dr. Judy Ho, a licensed clinical therapist, about how…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow should you handle it when your kids talk back to you?
What’s the best way to handle when your kid is being sassy or talking back? We spend some time with Dr. Judy Ho, a licensed clinical therapist, about how you…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: What to know about the Trump administration's rollback of some gun regulations
* The Trump administration is rolling back dozens of regulations on gun control? Is it a good or bad thing? * Louisiana is moving forward with a plan to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's next for US soccer after embarrassing loss to Belgium?
Team USA lost to Belgium 4-1 in embarrassing fashion. What's next? Stephen Rea, a local writer and author of Finn McCool’s Football Club, joins us.