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Facing silence from Jeff Landry, New Orleans levee officials decide to stay the course
Gov. Jeff Landry's refusal to approve a key appointment to a New Orleans area levee board has sparked concern that reforms put in place after Hurricane Katrina were being eroded. Officials behind the nominating process decided Thursday to stay the course, hoping those concerns do not come to pass. The...
More sunshine and heat for Sunday, then cooler with rain next week
EAST TEXAS, Texas (KLTV/KTRE) - Good evening, East Texas! After a hot and mostly sunny Saturday, tonight you can expect mainly clear skies as temperatures drop into the 80s for the evening. Sunday will start off with temperatures in the 70s and 80s, warming into the 90s by around noon, and then afternoon temperatures will be in the upper 90s. Skies for Sunday will trend mostly sunny yet again, and though nearly all of East Texas will stay dry, there is a very low chance for a stay shower in the Toledo Bend and Jasper/Newton counties area. Next week continues to look like a near-normal week as far as temperatures are concerned, highs in the mid 90s and lows in the mid 70s. We’ll also have a chance for rain pretty much every day next week as well. It does appear most of us will likely avoid any more triple digit days for the foreseeable future. Have a great night.
BSW attorney gets national post, new Louisiana Policy Institute for Children board members
Sharonda Williams and Jennifer Eplett Reilly have joined the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children board of directors. Williams is general counsel and director of government affairs at Loyola University New Orleans and a special counsel with Fishman Haygood. Previously, she served as chief deputy city attorney and city attorney for New Orleans for more than four years.
Could former students help solve Louisiana's teacher shortage? New grads return to the classroom.
Ashira Jones perched on a blue chair only slightly above the heads of the five kindergarteners who sat cross-legged on a rainbow carpet, rapt as she pointed to spelling words. “What sound does Monday start with," she asked the students at KIPP Central City Primary in New Orleans. "Mmm," they responded in unison before drawing the letter M in the air with their fingers.
Louisiana officials break ground on Jimmie Davis Bridge project
On Tuesday, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry joined state and local leaders to break ground on construction of the new Jimmie Davis Bridge crossing the Red River. Along with Joe Donahue, LA Secretary of Transportation and Development, Landy applauded the project that will connect Caddo and Bossier parishes. The $360 million project will construct a four-lane […] The post Louisiana officials break ground on Jimmie Davis Bridge project appeared first on Transportation Today.
Louisiana’s fortified roof grant program carries over millions in unspent funds
The Louisiana Department of Insurance is preparing to launch its second year of the fortified roof grant program with at least $10 million leftover in unspent money. The Louisiana Fortify Homes Program, which offers $10,000 to homeowners who install hurricane-resistant roofs on their houses, is approaching its one-year anniversary from when the first application period […]
Ft. Johnson Super Sign-Up to be Held August 29
The Ft. Johnson Spouses and Community Club will host its annual Super Sign-Up on Thursday, August 29, from 6-8 p.m. Admission is free. Spouses and friends are encouraged to attend. Learn about the Spouses and Community Club. Sign up for a discounted membership. The first 30 to sign up get a free tote bag. You can register to win lots of door prizes, visit local vendors, and get information on local organizations.
The Top 10 Richest Schools In Louisiana – Tuition & Fees
The American Institutes for Research is - Private School vs. Public School “The diversity of public school is a strength.” Robert Pianta, professor of early childhood education and founding director of the Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning at the University of Virginia, says parents should be “clear about the specific benefits that they are seeking for their child.”
The EPA can’t use Civil Rights Act to fight environmental injustice in Louisiana, judge rules
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has weakened the Biden administration’s effort to use a historic civil rights law to fight industrial pollution alleged to have taken a heavier toll on minority communities in Louisiana. U.S. District Judge James David Cain of Lake Charles handed down the...
Juvenile justice conference focuses on intervention as offenders get younger
The Louisiana Governor's Conference on Juvenile Justice held its 43rd annual gathering at Sam's Town Hotel and Casino in Shreveport. The conference provides training for professionals and nonprofits that work with youth in the system.
Alexandria Trojans offense shines in scrimmage against Acadiana
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - A week after their intrasquad scrimmage, the Alexandria Trojans got to face off against defending state runner-ups Acadiana at home. The Trojans offense played notably well, with wide receiver Alex Fontenot scoring a pair of touchdowns. Both ASH quarterbacks Karsen Sellers and Max Gassiott sustained drives down the field throughout the untimed portions of the scrimmage.
Tioga welcomes South Beauregard for preseason scrimmage
BALL, La. (KALB) - The Tioga Indians played in their first scrimmage ahead of the 2024 season, hosting the South Beauregard Knights. One of the notable performers for Tioga was senior running back Travis Adams who scored two touchdowns. Tioga will play in a jamboree next Friday with Menard and...
Suspect accused of wire theft arrested
LEESVILLE, La. (KPLC) - A suspect wanted for communication wire thefts in Vernon Parish is now in custody. Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office asked for the public’s help in locating the suspect, who allegedly ran from police after stealing telephone cables on Friday. Just before 4 a.m. Friday, Vernon...
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