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ACT testing: New law allows some students to skip test
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)–In a new law passed by the state legislature and signed by Governor Jeff Landry, Louisiana high school seniors will no longer be required to take the ACT test across the board. Monroe resident Forrest Adams graduated in 2018 and he took both the ACT and the SAT before he graduated, but the […]
It's been hot in Louisiana so far this year, but not as bad as 2023. Here are the numbers.
Temperatures throughout Louisiana have been historically warm for the first six months of 2024, data released Thursday showed, but not as hot as last year and significantly below the record for the same time period. Louisiana's average temperature for January through June was the 12th highest on record for that...
Cassidy announces vote to consider congressional subpoena of Steward Health CEO, owner of Glenwood Regional Medical Center
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Thursday, July 18, 2024, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) announced that the HELP Committee will vote next Thursday, July 25, 2024, to consider a subpoena to compel Steward Health CEO, Dr. Ralph de la Torre, to testify on the company’s financial mismanagement of its hospitals. The mismanagement reportedly threatened […]
French Quarter businesses gear up to ban guns, push back on Louisiana's permitless carry law
People will soon be free to carry concealed guns in New Orleans without a permit, but those who do so in the French Quarter could soon find their options limited. Business owners in the Vieux Carré began Wednesday placing new laminated signs in storefronts announcing "No firearms allowed on this property," marking the latest local response to the state's new permitless carry law.
$12-14 Million in Summer EBT Funds Left Unspent in Louisiana, Highlighting Food Insecurity Challenges!
Unused Summer EBT Funds Expose Challenges in Louisiana’s Fight Against Food Insecurity Nonprofit’s Efforts Aim to Inform Louisiana Families About Accessing Crucial Food Assistance According to brproud, in Louisiana millions of dollars in summer EBT funds for groceries went unspent last year, highlighting ongoing challenges in addressing food insecurity. The Louisiana Department of Children and Family […]
LDWF to hold public meeting to address Atchafalaya Basin freshwater fisheries concerns
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will hold a public meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in the Joe Herring Room of the LDWF Headquarters office located at 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, La. Inland Fisheries biologists will present current and past data describing fisheries trends in the Atchafalaya Basin, with emphasis on largemouth bass and crappie populations. Topics will include bass stocking in the Basin, regulations, and a brief description of LDWF’s pilot Tournament Information Project (LATRIP). Following the presentations, the public will be invited to ask questions or express concerns.
LSP competes in 2024 American Association of State Troopers Best-Looking Cruiser Contest
The Louisiana State Police proudly introduces our submission for the 2024 American Association of State Troopers Best-Looking Cruiser Contest. Our patrol units are among the most recognizable in the nation, symbolizing courtesy, loyalty, and a deep commitment to public service. Louisiana is renowned for its diverse and unique culture, and...
New law allows more disputes of speed and red-light camera tickets
BATON ROUGE, La. — Senate Bill 302 now gives Louisiana drivers more ways they could fight a ticket received at a red-light camera or speed camera. The signal was not positioned correctly or sign was illegible. The driver was obeying or moving over for police or emergency vehicles. The...
2 Democrats, Republican join race for Louisiana’s new majority-Black congressional district
Former Congressman Cleo Fields, former state Sen. Elbert Guillory and upstart candidate Quentin Anthony Anderson signed up Wednesday to run in the election for Louisiana’s newly drawn, majority-Black 6th Congressional District seat. Fields, 61, a Baton Rouge state senator, has the longest political history among the candidates and is the heavy favorite to win the […] The post 2 Democrats, Republican join race for Louisiana’s new majority-Black congressional district appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Three-time U.S. Olympian tells lawmakers to lift ‘Milk Mandate’
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Three-time Olympic weightlifter Kendrick Farris addressed Louisiana lawmakers in Congress to lift the ‘milk mandate‘ to ‘give kids nutritious beverages that won’t harm their health.’. The Shreveport native competed in the Olympics for the United States in Beijing (2008), London (2012),...
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