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Louisiana TV Anchor Cleared of Child Solicitation Allegations
Each of Louisiana's largest cities has a television station that serves that community. In larger cities such as New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Alexandria, Monroe, and Lake Charles there are multiple television outlets that serve not only the information needs of those communities but they provide a free source of entertainment as well.
2024 study: La. ranks No. 37 in sales tax
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Louisiana ranks No. 37 in sales tax, according to a July 2024 study by the Tax Foundation. A chart from the Louisiana Association of Tax Administrators shows that Monroe, Sterlington, West Monroe and both sides of Ouachita Parish have a total rate above 10% for each jurisdiction - including economic development districts.
Louisiana state superintendent calls for assertive discipline action in schools
Classes are set to begin soon for students in Louisiana. Before the beginning of school, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley sent a letter calling for school system leaders to "recommit to assertive discipline action."
Louisiana Parents Call for Change as Viral Post Highlights Excessive Homework in Schools
A heartfelt Facebook post by Cassi Nelson has struck a chord with parents across Louisiana, particularly in Lafayette and surrounding areas, as the new school year gets underway. The post, which has been shared over 6,000 times and grabbed nearly 400 comments, has ignited a conversation about the growing concern over the amount of homework being assigned to young students.
Alert Day: Some spots feeling like 118 today as excessive heat takes over
NEW ORLEANS — It's a WDSU First Warning Weather Alert Day due the excessive heat. The National Weather Service issued excessive heat warnings early Thursday morning as temperatures could feel as hot as 118 degrees. Actually highs will reach the mid to upper 90s. This warning goes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Son of a Saint is Accepting Applications For New Mentees
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Son of a Saint, the New Orleans-based youth development nonprofit organization, is currently accepting applications for its newest cohort of mentees. This unique opportunity is available to boys aged 10-12 who meet specific eligibility criteria, as the organization seeks to transform lives through dedicated mentorship and support. Mentees who join Son of a Saint remain in the program until early adulthood and stay connected for many years. The upcoming cohort of newly accepted mentees will be welcomed to the program in January 2025 and officially join Son of a Saint’s existing group of 350 youth.
Britney Spears Biopic: Authentic Filming Opportunity at Childhood Home in Kentwood
The upcoming Britney Spears biopic could achieve an extra level of authenticity, thanks to an enticing offer from the current owner of her childhood home in Kentwood, Louisiana. The homeowner has extended an invitation to Universal Pictures to use the actual abode where the pop icon grew up as a filming location for the movie.
Large crowd attends Fête-Dieu du Mississippi in Donaldsonville
A large crowd gathered at Crescent Park in Donaldsonville for the first day of Fête-Dieu du Mississippi as the Eucharistic procession passed through Ascension Parish on its 130-mile journey from Baton Rouge to New Orleans. The annual Fête-Dieu du Têche celebrated its 10th year by moving from Bayou Teche...
Saints Running Back Alvin Kamara Goes Marching Off the Practice Field
Saints veteran running back Alvin Kamara left Saints practice with a back injury today. Saints star running back Alvin Kamara left Saints practice today with tightness in his back. The severity remains unclear, but does not sound too serious at the moment. The Saints will be wise to ease the...
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