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Rep. Carter stands with EPA and concerned citizens against Denka to protect public health
Louisiana Second District Congressman Troy Carter is upset the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) granted Denka Performance Elastomer, a chemical plant in St. John Parish, a two-year extension to reduce emissions.
Louisiana Postal Prices Rising – Last Week to Save on Stamps
It doesn't matter whether you live in Shreveport, Monroe, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, or Maurice there is a good reason for you to visit your hometown post office this week. That reason is this. If you visit the Post Office before July 14th you're going to save a lot of money on your holiday shipping costs.
Teddy's Juke Joint celebrating 45 years of keeping the blues alive; Party is Saturday
Teddy’s Juke Joint, the world-famous music attraction in Zachary, celebrates its 45th anniversary on Saturday. Teddy “Lloyd” Johnson — the venue’s cowboy hat-wearing owner and DJ — has booked the Neal family for the special occasion. The Grammy-nominated Kenny Neal, his brother, Lil’ Ray, daughter, Syreeta, and more members of Baton Rouge’s first family of the blues will perform.
Judge considers evidence issues between state, defense in Madison Brooks’ rape case
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — On Tuesday, a Baton Rouge judge said the state must offer more evidence to the defense in regard to the Madison Brooks case. Judge Gail Ray held a hearing for Casen Carver, one of three defendants in the Madison Brooks case. Most of the hearing was closed to the public, according to East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore.
Livingston Parish officials charge three with murder in meth, fentanyl overdose deaths
WALKER — Officials in Livingston Parish have charged three men with second degree murder in three separate cases for the deaths of three individuals that authorities have attributed to Methamphetamine and Fentanyl overdoses. At a news conference Wednesday morning, Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard announced that Travis Freeze, 32,...
Cell phones now banned in Louisiana schools, NPSB announce changes
NATCHITOCHES, La. - Natchitoches Parish School Board is announcing some changes to its student handbook after Gov. Landry signed into law a bill that bans cell phone use in schools. SB207 states that any cell phone or additional communication devices must be powered off and put away for the entire...
State Attorney General threatens NOPD over French Quarter gun-free zone
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued a statement Tuesday warning the New Orleans Police Department that it should not try to claim the Eighth District police station is a vocational/technical school.
Regulators asked to deny permits for giant Louisiana plastics plant
Environmental law advocates have asked Louisiana’s environmental regulating agency not to renew the air permits for a controversial planned plastics manufacturing facility, citing new federal air quality standards limiting toxic soot and dust pollution. In a separate action, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, environmental advocates and local residents also are asking Louisiana to investigate what […] The post Regulators asked to deny permits for giant Louisiana plastics plant appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Fireworks, festivals and pool parties: Where to celebrate July Fourth around Baton Rouge
Make your way over to River Road in front of Louisiana’s Old State Capitol on the morning of Thursday, July 4, to participate in the Freedom Mile. The Club South Runners and BASF event is a series of point-to-point, 1-mile races. Runners can pick up their packets, race-day registration and experience all finish-line festivities on River Road in front of the Old State Capitol. A limo bus will take runners to the starting line to race the mile back to the finish, where they will be welcomed with ice-cold watermelon, water, Powerade and Mockler Beverages along with the singing of the National Anthem. Proceeds for this event will benefit the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank.
Louisiana Residents Offered Safety Tips to Prevent Vehicle Theft
Lafayette, LA — For most people, personal vehicles are vital for commuting, attending appointments, and managing daily errands. Owning a vehicle is key to achieving the independence and freedom many people cherish. Having your vehicle stolen not only results in a major financial loss but also creates a sense of vulnerability and disruption. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Acadiana Transportation Safety Coalition (ATSC) aim to educate vehicle owners on the importance of preventing vehicle theft.
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