The iconic Macy’s department store on Union Square in the heart of San Francisco is closing because of rampant theft and the societal rot that have infected the city. Newell continues his exploration of the downfall of one of the great American

Mayor Cantrell reaches agreement with firefighters union without City Council knowledge

1 hour ago 39m 8s

Eight years ago, a landmark legal settlement quieted a bitter public feud between New Orleans firefighters and City Hall over the city’s dolorously underfunded fire pension. But now, it seems as though the controversy is rearing its ugly head a

Can we get a TRO to keep Mayor Cantrell away from New Orleans?

23 hours ago 36m 56s

This hour, Newell talks about Judge Paulette Iron granting Mayor LaToya Cantrell a temporary protective order against a woman she says has stalked her for two years, "aggressively" photographing and harassing her.

Mayor Cantrell is granted a stay away order against a woman she claims has been harassing her

24 hours ago 13m 13s

Judge Paulette Iron grants a temporary protective order for 10 days against a woman she says has been stalking her for two years, "aggressively" photographing and harassing her.

Bills are being filed that would expand the power of Louisiana's governor

1 day ago 37m 6s

According to experts, and even the late Governor Edwin Edwards, for decades, Louisiana’s governors have wielded more power than other states’ governors. And now that power could possibly be expanded with the filing of several bills that would g

It's frustrating when naysayers deny the data that reveal the dangers of marijuana

1 day ago 38m 48s

This hour, Newell speaks with national drug policy expert, Kevin Sabet, Ph.D., President & CEO of SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana), about the loopholes in the industrial hemp bill that led to the emergence of Delta 8 synthetic marijuana. The

Senate Bill 237 aims to reduce THC in hemp consumable products to 0%

1 day ago 15m 42s

Sen. Thomas Pressley of Shreveport and Brandy Price Klingman, LCSW, CEO of St. Christopher Wellness, joins Newell to to talk about Senate Bill 237, which would reduce THC to 0% in hemp consumable products, and the health risks of marijuana.

A loophole in the industrial hemp bill led to the emergence of Delta 8

1 day ago 22m 28s

Kevin Sabet, Ph.D., President & CEO of SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana), joins Newell to talk about the loopholes in the industrial hemp bill that led to the emergence of Delta 8 synthetic marijuana, and their support of Senate Bill 237 that

St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce supports the coroner recall effort

4 days ago 37m 8s

Lacy Osborne, CEO & President of the St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce, joins Newell to talk about the North Shore dining scene, the St. Tammany Parish coroner recall movement, and what bills in the legislative session they're watching closely.

What other options does Israel have besides eliminating Hamas completely?

4 days ago 34m 44s

President Joe Biden warned Israel that the US will stop supplying some weapons if it launches a major ground operation in the Gaza city of Rafah. CBS military analyst Colonel Jeff McCausland joins Newell to discuss the implications.

Playing politics is hurting our relationship with Israel

4 days ago 38m 38s

This hour, Newell talks about another president of an Ivy League school resigning amid pro-Palestinian protests. Then, Ron Faucheaux, Political Analyst & Publisher of "Lunchtime Politics", comes on to talk about the latest national presidential

Seems like every move the Administration makes is hurting Biden

4 days ago 15m 39s

Ron Faucheaux, Political Analyst & Publisher of "Lunchtime Politics" joins Newell to talk all about the latest national presidential polls, how the Israel/Hamas conflict may affect Biden's poll numbers.

Another president of an Ivy League school resigns amid pro-Palestinian protests

4 days ago 19m 25s

Cornell University president Martha E. Pollack announces that she will stepping down at the end of June as pro-Palestinian protests are creating chaos on college campuses across the country. Newell shares his thought on another Ivy League presi

the Attorney General talks Title IX and the Constitutional Convention

5 days ago 38m 26s

This hour, Newell speaks with Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill about GOP-led states are suing the Biden administration over new transgender protections under Title IX, and what role would she'd play in a Constitutional Convention?

What role would Attorney General Liz Murrill play in a Constitutional Convention?

5 days ago 12m 10s

Newell asks Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill if she will be playing any sort of role in a Constitutional Convention.

The Biden Administration's evisceration of Title IX puts women at risk

5 days ago 13m 28s

Several states (including Louisiana) are rejecting President Biden's newest version of Title IX. Nine GOP-led states are suing the Biden administration over new transgender protections under Title IX. Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill jo

The MCC's complaint against Officer Vappie is about "truthfulness"

5 days ago 35m 19s

This hour, Newell speaks with Rafael Goyeneche, President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, about a new complaint filed to the PIB against Officer Vappie, the murder of a federal witness in a vehicular insurance fraud case, and the proposed

Photos of Mayor Cantrell & Officer Vappie prompts the MCC to file another complaint to the PIB

5 days ago 11m 19s

The MCC’s new PIB complaint re: Vappie and the Mayor from 2022. The photo of them drinking wine at Doris Metropolitan suggests their relationship is not professional which raises the issue of “truthfulness” with respect to his 2022 statements t

Now is time to put our foot down against this aggressive rush by Gov. Landry

5 days ago 36m 52s

This hour, Newell addresses the aggressive rushing tactics the Landry Administration is using to push the Constitutiional Carry bill. Then, Senator Krik Talbot comes on to discuss Senate Bill 419, which will make New Orleans entertainment distr

Talbot's bill is the last shot at making NO's entertainment districts firearm free zones.

5 days ago 11m 33s

Senator Kirk Talbot comes on to discuss Senate Bill 419, which will make New Orleans entertainment districts firearm free zones.

The Landry Administration is putting the party's interests over ours

5 days ago 15m 56s

Newell urges that it's time to put our foot down against the aggressive rush tactics the Landry Administration is using to pass the Constitutional Convention and Public Records bills.

New Orleans & Co. Hour: The "Home for Good New Orleans" Homeless Initiative

6 days ago 32m 7s

While increased federal and local funding allows HFGNO to house more clients, key funding gaps remain. Regulations prevent certain public dollars from being spent on resources or activities that can help clients make a successful transition int

Bills, Bills, Bills, and more Bills: The Latest in the Legislative Session

6 days ago 36m

This hour, Newell speaks with Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., about the Constitutional Convention, Economic Development, and Constitutional Carry bills. Then, Michael brings on Peter Waggonner, Public Policy Director at GNO Inc., to

Insurers don't fear Gulf South weather, they fear political instability

6 days ago 16m 39s

Peter Waggonner, Public Policy Director at GNO Inc., joins Newell to discuss the insurance bills just signed by the governor and why they’re good news for Louisiana, as well as updates on the fortified roof program and a wind mitigation program

The implications of House Bill 800 passing the House of Representatives

6 days ago 37m 7s

This hour, Newell speaks with Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser about participating in the Invest in Democracy summit and more. Then, Newell shares his thoughts about the Constitutional Convention bill passing the Louisiana House of Represent