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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
Full Show 9-14-26: Did the Saints get cheated again?
* Were the Saints robbed by the NFL officials again? * Should LSU fans have any concerns after early struggles against La Tech? * Eugene Green: Those doing…
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Hour 4: Human trafficking is a big problem. These groups are helping fight it
Human trafficking is all too common. Crimestoppers has received over 200 tips about trafficking in the last year. First we talk with Darlene Cusanza, President…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Why making the Sewerage & Water Board a City department will be a good thing
* Mayor Moreno wants to fold the Sewerage and Water Board into City Hall. We’ll talk with Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure and Director of Public…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: This is what we need to do to get government spending under control
* President Trump’s election dividends would cost over $1.2 trillion…but even without those, the debt and deficit are a major problem. Just how bad are things?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: The good and the bad from the Saints loss and the LSU win
* Mike Hoss breaks down the Saints slow start, big comeback, and a frustrating, controversial call that took away a Saints touchdown * WWL.com columnist Jeff…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe war in the Middle East has been expanding. Here's what to know
We’ll get the latest on the war with Iran, whether things are escalating, and if there's any end in sight with Lindsay Cohn, Visiting Associate at Columbia's…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow one man is helping human trafficking survivors get back to normal
Human trafficking is all too common. Crimestoppers has received over 200 tips about trafficking in the last year. Scott Vaughan, founder of Unbranded, helps…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow Crimestoppers is helping the fight against human trafficking
Human trafficking is all too common. Crimestoppers has received over 200 tips about trafficking in the last year. Darlene Cusanza, President and CEO of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat it will take to make the Sewerage & Water Board a City department
Mayor Moreno wants to fold the Sewerage and Water Board into City Hall. We’ll talk with Steve Nelson, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure and Director of Public…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerEugene Green: Those doing street takeovers want to destroy, terrorize the community
NOPD warned of an illegal street takeover scheduled to happen over the weekend. How big of a problem are those still? We’ll talk with Councilmember Eugene…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBank On It: A big breach leaves IDs on the dark web. Here's what you can do
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 debt and deficit keep going up. Here's how we can get it under control
President Trump’s election dividends would cost over $1.2 trillion…but even without those, the debt and deficit are a major problem. Just how bad are things?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWere the Saints robbed by the NFL officials again?
The Saints lost a heartbreaker to the Lions in overtime. Mike Hoss, the Voice of the Saints, joins us to go over the slow start, the furious comeback, and a…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerShould LSU fans have any concerns after early struggles against Louisiana Tech?
LSU had a some early struggles against Louisiana Tech, but the Tigers ended up blowing out the Bulldogs. WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo joins us to break it…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: There were warning signs before this tragedy struck
From Minnesota, a journalist and a lawmaker discuss the shooting that claimed two lives and injured two police officers. The man identified as the culprit had…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Experts weigh in on the Lindsay Clancy jury... and there's yet another conspiracy theory
This week, were exploring the continued reverberations of the Lindsay Clancy case. Clancy’s case ended in a mistrial. Will the Massachusetts mother accused of…
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OFFBITES: Ancient teeth, Nic Cage's Malibu sinkhole and 'Paul is Dead' revisited
Today you’ll hear about huge mastodon teeth found sitting in a creek, a sinkhole in front of actor Nicolas Cage’s Malibu home, a discussion of the “Paul is…
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TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: What was going on with the Lindsay Clancy jury? Plus, a deeper look at warning signs before a tragedy
This week, were exploring the continued reverberations of the Lindsay Clancy case and a shocking shooting in Minneapolis. Featuring audio from KYW Newsradio in…
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BONUS: Mastodon teeth, Nic Cage's sinkhole, the 'Paul is Dead' rumor, Target surveillance and dark matter mysteries
This week’s stories take us from Ice Age-era California to the mysteries of the dark matter that appears to hold our very universe together. You’ll hear about…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTommy's Weekend Winners: The NFL is back!
Tommy talks with JR from Taking Vegas about what you need to know about sports betting this weekend.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Where to eat this weekend
* "Table Talk" your weekly trip arond New Orleans food & restaurant scene brought to you by: Loop Linen & Uniform - where great service starts with clean…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: How the Saints can beat the Lions
* The Saints 2026 season is here at last. We’ll break down the match-up with the Lions with WWL sports director Steve Geller. * 2026 has been a rough year for…
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Hour 2: Microgrids can help neighborhoods when the power goes out
* New Orleans is set to be the nation’s “microgrid capital.” What does that mean? What is a microgrid, and how could this help after storms? We’ll talk with…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Did the SEC treat LSU unfairly?
* LSU vs. Louisiana Tech! We’ll go over what to watch for when the Tigers take on the Bulldogs with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo. * It’s the 25th anniversary…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTable Talk: Classic New Orleans restaurants, updating with the times
* Pascal’s Manale has changed hands a number of times. It’s still the same restaurant at its heart and soul, but it’s evolved with the times. * Respite: A tiny…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs there a crisis among early childhood education providers in Louisiana?
2026 has been a rough year for early childhood education providers in Louisiana. We’ll go over the challenges they’re facing and what it means for parents and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill the Saints beat the Lions? Here's watch to watch
The Saints 2026 season is here at last. We’ll break down the match-up with the Lions with WWL sports director Steve Geller.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow microgrids will help New Orleans after storms
New Orleans is set to be the nation’s “microgrid capital.” What does that mean? What is a microgrid, and how could this help after storms? We talk with Sonya…
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The Giving Hope Gala is coming up. Here's how you can help
The Giving Hope Gala is coming up on October 3. We'll get all the details from Troy Duhon, Founder of Giving Hope NOLA.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHere are the key things to watch in prep football this weekend
We 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 TuckerHow has the fight against terror changed since 9/11?
It’s the 25th anniversary of 9/11. How have things changed since then? How big of a problem is terror now? We’ll talk with David Schanzer, a professor of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHere's what to watch for when LSU takes on Louisiana Tech
LSU vs. Louisiana Tech! We go over what to watch for when the Tigers take on the Bulldogs with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo.
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Full Show 9-10-26: Saints injury news, where y'at this weekend, and getting shrimpers help
* How healthy are the Saints going into the Lions game? * Where y’at this weekend: Music, food, and celebrations from Thursday-Monday * Louisiana shrimpers are…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: How's the Saints injury list looking?
* What's the Saints injury situation? Who are the standouts on the Lions? We'll break it all down * We'll get the latest on oil and gas prices and what we're…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Looking for something to do this weekend? Check these events 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 2: Why Louisiana shrimpers are asking President Trump for help
* The SEC will no longer consider kicking LSU out of the conference. Is that finally the end of all this, or could the SEC punish LSU in some other way? We’ll…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere y’at this weekend: Music, food, and celebrations from Thursday-Monday
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 1: Will President Trump be a boon or a burden for GOP candidates?
* Will President Trump be a boon or a burden for GOP candidates in the midterms? * Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain about diesel costs, Louisiana…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs there any realistic hope of a college sports reform bill?
The fight between the SEC and LSU isn’t the only thing going on in college sports. Where do things stand in general with athletes suing to come back to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWe could hit a record for diesel prices soon
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 for Gas Buddy.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow healthy are the Saints heading into the Lions game?
What's the Saints injury situation? Who are the standouts on the Lions? We'll break it all down with WWL Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerLouisiana shrimpers are getting hit hard. They want President Trump to help
Louisiana shrimpers are petitioning President Trump to limit the import of foreign shrimp. Just how bad have things been for the industry here? Acy Cooper…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs the LSU vs. SEC fight finally over?
The SEC will no longer consider kicking LSU out of the conference. Is that finally the end of all this, or could the SEC punish LSU in some other way? Glenn…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHigh diesel, gas prices are hurting farmers
Tommy and Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, talk about how farmers and shrimpers are getting squeezed, the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTrump promised $5,000 if the GOP wins the midterms. Is that allowed?
Will President Trump be a boon or a burden for GOP candidates in the midterms? Todd Belt, Professor and Director of the Political Management Program at George…
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BONUS: Apple introduces new foldable phone as Gen Z embraces everything 'dumb' and 'vintage'
The Mall of America is hosting pop ups of viral shops from Tik Tok to attract Gen Z as Apple introduces a new foldable phone. Why does Gen Z yearn for a past…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow AI can work to help you and be tailored to you specifically
What impact is artificial intelligence having on the labor market? Will it affect every job in some way? And what are the ways the average person can use AI to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: How law enforcement investigates violent crimes
* We’ll take our weekly dive into crime and policing in the New Orleans area. When a shooting or a murder takes place, what are all the steps the police do?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: What you need to know about pancreatic cancer
* Pancreatic cancer is a terrible disease. We’ll go over everything we know about it from diagnosis to treatments with Dr. Omeed Moaven from LSU Health New…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Is the SEC bluffing, or could they actually kick LSU out?
* The SEC scheduled a meeting for Thursday to decide whether to “terminate” LSU as a conference member. Could they actually, or is this just posturing? We’ll…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe Pelicans have been reshaping their roster. Here's what to know
The Pelicans have made some changes to their roster recently. We’ll talk with Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, about a player they…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhen a shooting or murder happens, this is how police respond and investigate
We’ll take our weekly dive into crime and policing in the New Orleans area. When a shooting or a murder takes place, what are all the steps the police do?…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerPancreatic cancer is a terrible disease. Here's everything you need to know
Pancreatic cancer is a terrible disease. We go over everything we know about it from diagnosis to treatments with Dr. Omeed Moaven, Associate Professor of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs Trump's Venezuelan oil deal good news for Louisiana?
Could the Trump administration’s deal on Venezuelan oil be a boon for Louisiana? We’ll dive into it with Greg Upton, executive director of LSU’s Energy…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs Louisiana spending too much money?
Could Louisiana have a massive budget deficit next year? We’ll take a look at what’s being projected with Erin Bendily, Vice President for Policy & Strategy at…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould LSU get kicked out of the SEC?
The SEC scheduled a meeting for Thursday to decide whether to “terminate” LSU as a conference member. Could they actually, or is this just posturing? And LSU…
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BONUS: 'We've got a very big problem:' Why the door is locked on employment for so many
The latest jobs report is a complicated mix bag of data and we break it down, and then we talk to a Canadian mayor about the tariffs are affecting them, and…