Balloon releases illegal in Louisiana as of August 1
The Legislature passed a bill that classifies balloon releases as "intentional littering" and sets criminal penalties for violations.
May 30, 2026Open source
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Federal law to require anti-drunk driving technology in new vehicles, but accuracy of technology is questioned
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes a section on "advanced impaired driving technology," but the NHTSA says the technology is not yet reliabl...
May 7, 2026Open source
Large, violent tornado tears through parts of Mississippi, triggers Tornado Emergency
A confirmed large tornado prompted a Tornado Emergency for parts of Mississippi, with officials reporting destroyed homes and people trapped in Franklin County.
May 7, 2026Open source
Abbeville boxing club owner uses sport to mentor youth in the community
An Abbeville man is using his passion for boxing to mentor youth and give kids in the community something positive to work toward.
May 6, 2026Open source
Three men arrested in Marrero on weapons, theft counts after a brief chase, state police say
Three men were arrested in Marrero Monday night on weapons, theft and other charges after leading authorities on a brief car chase then attempting to escape...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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Passenger killed in single-car crash in Franklinton
Louisiana State Police say the crash happened on June 1, around 2:15 p.m. on LA Highway 450, approximately 1 mile north of LA 25 in St. Tammany Parish.
Jun 3, 2026Open source
Road Patrol: Louisiana lakes offer summer fun with water activities and eco-tourism
Two Louisiana lakes, White Sands Lake in Franklinton and Lake Isabel near Bogalusa, offer unique summer day trip options for families and nature enthusiasts.
May 8, 2026Open source
Here’s how much Louisiana, New Orleans residents spend on OnlyFans, website says
Louisiana ranked near the bottom for spending on OnlyFans, while New Orleans was in the top 50 for cities, according to new data by Onlyguider.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Spat between Fleming, Letlow erupts over AI video mention of congresswoman’s late husband
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow on Friday slammed Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming for sharing on social media an AI video depicting a fake version of her referring t...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Spat between Fleming, Letlow erupts over AI video mention of congresswoman’s late husband
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow on Friday slammed Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming for sharing on social media an AI video depicting a fake version of her referring t...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Beware the coordinated effort to manufacture carbon storage acceptance
The question before Louisiana is not whether farmers deserve opportunities. It’s whether citizens should surrender their property rights, public resources...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
LSU formalizes coach Will Wade's first four players on the official 2026-27 roster
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU now has four players on its official men
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Pitts graduates from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University
MOULTRIE – Cole Pitts, Moultrie Market President at First National Bank, is among the 159 bankers who received their graduation diplomas on May 29, from th...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Louisiana lawmakers passed bills to try to keep prescription drug costs down. Will it work?
Louisiana lawmakers this year took what they hope is another big steptoward lowering the cost of prescription drugs.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
U.S. Supreme Court prohibits an Alabama nitrogen gas execution. Louisiana held one last year.
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with a lower court’s ruling that an Alabama nitrogen gas execution for Jeffery Lee would be unconstitutional. Louisiana held s...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Louisiana judge slams ICE for trying to deport 77-year-old Palestinian man living here 51 years
Federal officials tried to deport a 77-year-old Palestinian man and 51-year U.S. resident this week after a Louisiana federal judge ordered him released from...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
3 Louisiana high school girls 'Seas the Day' during Sail250
Anchors aweigh! Local girls travel with a naval ship following Sail250 event in New Orleans.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Top GOP appropriators dominate earmarks in House bills
ANALYSIS — When it comes to congressional earmarks, the big dogs usually eat first. So it’s no surprise that House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole, R-Ok...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Landry signs Louisiana Energy Protection Act
Gov. Jeff Landry signed the Louisiana Energy Protection Act and other bills aimed at shielding the oil and gas industry from climate-related lawsuits and sup...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Gov. Jeff Landry signs law cracking down on seafood mislabeling
Gov. Jeff Landry signed a new Louisiana law targeting seafood commingling, imposing fines on businesses that misrepresent imported seafood as local.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Hartnell’s Desmond commits to Louisiana Monroe
Hartnell utility player Emmet Desmond is headed to the University of Louisiana Monroe on a baseball scholarship
Jun 12, 2026Open source
St. Mary’s softball and baseball players earn All-State honors
Several St. Mary’s Tiger softball and baseball players have earned postseason honors from some of Louisiana’s most respected athletic organizations, reco...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
La. House passes bipartisan bill addressing illegal tire dumping
State Representative Alonzo Knox announced the bipartisan passage of House Concurrent Resolution 85 (HCR 85), a measure aimed at addressing the growing probl...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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Here’s how much Louisiana, New Orleans residents spend on OnlyFans, website says
Louisiana ranked near the bottom for spending on OnlyFans, while New Orleans was in the top 50 for cities, according to new data by Onlyguider.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Spat between Fleming, Letlow erupts over AI video mention of congresswoman’s late husband
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow on Friday slammed Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming for sharing on social media an AI video depicting a fake version of her referring t...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Spat between Fleming, Letlow erupts over AI video mention of congresswoman’s late husband
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow on Friday slammed Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming for sharing on social media an AI video depicting a fake version of her referring t...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Beware the coordinated effort to manufacture carbon storage acceptance
The question before Louisiana is not whether farmers deserve opportunities. It’s whether citizens should surrender their property rights, public resources...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
LSU formalizes coach Will Wade's first four players on the official 2026-27 roster
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — LSU now has four players on its official men
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Pitts graduates from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University
MOULTRIE – Cole Pitts, Moultrie Market President at First National Bank, is among the 159 bankers who received their graduation diplomas on May 29, from th...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Louisiana lawmakers passed bills to try to keep prescription drug costs down. Will it work?
Louisiana lawmakers this year took what they hope is another big steptoward lowering the cost of prescription drugs.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
U.S. Supreme Court prohibits an Alabama nitrogen gas execution. Louisiana held one last year.
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with a lower court’s ruling that an Alabama nitrogen gas execution for Jeffery Lee would be unconstitutional. Louisiana held s...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Louisiana judge slams ICE for trying to deport 77-year-old Palestinian man living here 51 years
Federal officials tried to deport a 77-year-old Palestinian man and 51-year U.S. resident this week after a Louisiana federal judge ordered him released from...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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