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Join the conversation with Brian Haldane every weekday morning from 6am through 9am as he broadcasts live just steps away from the capitol! Connected to the local newsmakers, Brian has some of the biggest names in local politics on the air everyday. Start each hour with news updates from our friends at ABC News, get around the trouble spots in traffic and get the latest weather updates from our partners at WBRZ. Stay up to date on the biggest stories in the city, state and beyond with Top Stories & Trending just past 6am and 7am every morning. We hope you'll join us mornings on TALK 1073!
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Louisiana Legal Reform Bills Stall During 2026 Legislative Session
4d ago00:09:50Tap to summarizeLouisiana legal reform advocates saw several bills introduced during the 2026 session, but none made it across the finish line. Supporters say measures involving expert witness testimony and lawsuit settlement funds would have improved transparency and reduced litigation costs. They plan to continue pushing for reforms in future sessions.
Transcribe →Louisiana Lawmakers Push New Judicial Oversight Plan Amid Separation of Powers Debate
4d ago00:21:46Tap to summarizeAttorney Franz Borghardt and Brian Haldane debated a proposed Louisiana constitutional amendment that would give lawmakers a larger role in investigating and potentially impeaching judges. Supporters say the measure increases accountability and gives citizens another avenue to report judicial misconduct. Critics argue the current system already allows complaints through the Judiciary Commission and Louisiana Supreme Court, and warn the proposal could politicize the courts and weaken judicial independence. The discussion centered on balancing public oversight with the separation of powers between Louisiana's branches of government.
Transcribe →Troy Carter Pushes Trade Investigations to Protect Louisiana Sugar and Shrimp
5d ago00:09:33Tap to summarizeCongressman Troy Carter joined Talk Louisiana to discuss new federal trade investigations aimed at protecting Louisiana's sugar and seafood industries. Carter said Section 301 investigations would examine whether foreign countries engage in unfair trade practices that harm Louisiana producers. He argued that local sugar growers and shrimpers adhere to strict safety and production standards, while some imported products enter the market at lower prices, creating unfair competition. Carter also highlighted a bipartisan effort with Congressman Clay Higgins to support Louisiana's seafood industry and crack down on imported shrimp that may not meet U.S. standards. He said the investigations are moving on a fast track and could help level the playing field for Louisiana farmers, fishermen, and producers.
Transcribe →Louisiana Lawmakers Advance Insurance and Flood Protection Efforts During 2026 Session
5d ago00:12:06Tap to summarizeState Rep. Paul Sawyer reflected on his first legislative session, highlighting new investments in Louisiana's Fortify Homes Program and flood protection efforts. Lawmakers approved an additional $50 million to help homeowners install fortified roofs, a move Sawyer said could reduce insurance risks over time. He also discussed new funding and planning tools for flood mitigation projects in the Amite River Basin, which could serve as a model for similar efforts across Louisiana. Sawyer said collaboration among lawmakers will be key to addressing the state's long-term challenges.
Transcribe →Louisiana Workforce and Business Reforms Advance During 2026 Legislative Session
5d ago00:08:12Tap to summarizeSeveral workforce and business reforms moved forward during Louisiana's 2026 legislative session. Business leaders say the changes will help prepare workers, support employers, and strengthen the state's economy.Will Green, president and CEO of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI), said the organization focused on three priorities this year. Those priorities included workforce development, legal reform, and energy investment. He said lawmakers made progress in each area.
Transcribe →Louisiana Hurricane Season 2026 Forecast Calls for Fewer Storms, But Risks Remain
5d ago00:13:00Tap to summarizeLSU climatologist Dr. Jill Trepanier says the 2026 hurricane season is expected to be quieter than recent years, with NOAA forecasting 8 to 14 named storms. However, she warns it only takes one storm to impact Louisiana. Trepanier says warm Gulf waters can rapidly strengthen storms, especially those that develop close to home in the Gulf or Caribbean. She encourages residents to stay prepared throughout hurricane season.
Transcribe →Louisiana Workforce Bills Highlight 2026 Legislative Session, GBREP Says
5d ago00:12:40Tap to summarizeWorkforce development was one of the biggest wins of the 2026 Louisiana Legislative Session, according to GBREP's Trey Godfrey. New laws will expand paid student internships through the Learn and Earn Act and improve coordination between workforce agencies. Godfrey says those changes will help connect more Louisianans with high-demand jobs while supporting business growth.
Transcribe →Louisiana Rare Earth Project Could Bring Jobs and New Investment to St. John Parish
5d ago00:07:40Tap to summarizeA new energy project could bring jobs, investment, and advanced manufacturing to St. John the Baptist Parish.The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced funding for a rare earth demonstration facility in the parish. Assistant Secretary of Energy Audrey Robertson shared details on Talk 107.3. She called the project an important step for Louisiana and the nation's supply chain.
Transcribe →Louisiana Legislative Session Ends with Incremental Changes, Not Major Reforms
5d ago00:11:39Tap to summarizeThe 2026 Louisiana Legislative Session is over, and while lawmakers tackled several major issues, many observers say it was a session defined more by incremental progress than sweeping change. The biggest story was congressional redistricting. The debate dominated the final weeks of the session and drew significant public attention. Other notable measures included the Caleb Wilson Act, continued support for the Fortified Homes Program, and the elimination of vehicle inspection stickers. Lawmakers also approved funding for K-12 education, state employee pay raises, and economic development efforts while maintaining what leaders described as fiscal discipline amid lower-than-expected revenue projections. In New Orleans, lawmakers approved changes to the court system by reducing several judicial positions. Supporters say the move improves efficiency, while critics argue politics played a role in determining which judgeships were eliminated. The overall takeaway: Louisiana avoided major controversies and made some progress on key issues, but many believe the session did not produce the kind of transformational reforms needed to make the state more competitive with neighboring states like Texas and Florida.
Transcribe →BREC Audit Shows Progress as Agency Prepares for Millage Renewal Vote
6d ago00:21:03Tap to summarizeBREC says it has made major progress cleaning up its finances, cutting audit findings from 18 to 8 and reporting no misappropriation of funds in its latest audit. Leaders Janet Simmons and Maurice Velasquez discussed new financial controls, reduced purchasing cards, improved oversight, and efforts to increase transparency through public access to budgets and audits. The conversation also focused on the June 27 renewal of BREC's 3.96-mill property tax. Officials stressed the measure is not a tax increase and funds park maintenance, operations, programming, repairs, and storm recovery. They warned that if the renewal fails, BREC may have to reduce services, programming, facility hours, and maintenance efforts. The show also highlighted summer activities across the parish, including Liberty Lagoon, swimming pools, splash pads, swim lessons, and summer camps serving more than 6,000 children this year.
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